What is acrylic mirror sheet?
Acrylic Mirror is a lightweight, reflective thermoplastic sheet material used to enhance the look and safety of displays, POP, signage, and a variety of fabricated parts. Ideal for use where glass is too heavy or may easily crack or shatter, plastic mirror is a durable alternative to traditional mirrors.
Can you cut acrylic mirror sheets?
Hold the acrylic down as firmly as possible. Grasp the short side of the mirror hanging over the side of the table and make a swift, firm downward push on the acrylic. Keep pressing down on the scored portion of acrylic until the piece breaks away.
Are acrylic mirrors any good?
Acrylic mirrors are 17 times stronger than glass, meaning they can withstand and survive greater impacts, such as bangs, collisions or crashes well. Its strength makes acrylic mirror ideal for use where safety is a priority or where glass may crack or shatter.
Can I use acrylic for mirror?
Acrylic may absorb moisture if used outside, so use glass or aluminium composite mirror instead. Acrylic mirror is much lighter than glass, making it easier to move around and putting less pressure on the surface you attach it to than glass. Glass is heavier than acrylic, so not as versatile or easy to mount.
How much does acrylic sheet cost?
How much do acrylic sheets cost?
| Type | Thickness | Price Range (per square foot if cut to size) |
|---|---|---|
| Clear Acrylic Sheet | 1.00 | $40 |
| Clear Acrylic Sheet | 1.500 | $100 |
| Clear Acrylic Sheet | 2.000 | $125 |
| Colored Acrylic Sheets | .125 | $5 |
Is it easy to cut acrylic mirror?
We cut acrylic panels to size using a circular saw and a CNC router. But acrylic sheet can also be cut with hand tools. Most hand tools designed for use for wood or soft metal can be used on acrylic. Circular saws, band saws and jigsaws and are all suitable but for small jobs a fine-toothed hacksaw is easy recommended.
What is acrylic mirror used for?
Ideal for use where glass may crack or shatter, acrylic is a resilient alternative to traditional mirrors. For this reason, mirrored acrylic can be used to replace glass as mirrors in schools, stables, prisons, the home, and anywhere where safety is of the utmost importance.
What’s the thickness of an acrylic mirror sheet?
Due to manufacturing and cutting tolerances, sheet length and width may vary by +/- 1/4″. Acrylic mirror sheet thickness tolerances are +/- 10% and can vary throughout the sheet, but variations are typically less than 5%. Please refer to nominal and actual sheet thicknesses below.
What kind of mirror sheets do Acme plastics use?
Acme Plastics’ acrylic mirror sheets come in a variety of colors, thicknesses and sizes, and we offer cut-to-size mirror options. Please note: Since an acrylic mirror is flexible and not as rigid as a glass mirror, it will need to be mounted on a solid frame or surface to avoid a distorted “fun-house” like reflection.
What are the most common uses for acrylic mirrors?
There are many common uses for acrylic mirrors, with the most popular being point-of-purchase, security, cosmetics, marine, and automotive projects. Acme Plastics’ acrylic mirror sheets come in a variety of colors, thicknesses and sizes, and we offer cut-to-size mirror options.
How do you cut an acrylic mirror sheet?
To effectively cut acrylic mirror sheets at home, you can do the following: Quickly and steadily bend the sheet so that it breaks in a straight, clean edge. Please note: You can also buy cut-to-size acrylic mirrors from us.