Perspex is a type of acrylic. It is actually a solid transparent polymethyl methacrylate sheet, which is made up of methyl methacrylate monomer (MMA). However, there is a difference between polymethyl methacrylate and normal acrylic.
Perspex is a premium branded acrylic & so it is made to highest industry standards. It has gained huge popularity in the recent few years and has become the best acrylic available in the market. It has some great features and its for this reason that the material has become one of the most favourable options for most users. Now lets have a look at its amazing features.
Some Amazing Features Of Perspex
Durable: The material is quite strong & shock-resistant. It can last for a long time. It is said to be seventeen times stronger than glass.
Resilient: Polymethyl methacrylate is highly resilient and can resist through flex and rough handling. It is also shatter-proof and can resistant UV rays and extreme weather conditions. Some of its varieties in fact have a greater resistance to impact when compared to glass and if it shatters, it does so very safely than a glass. It is also 100% waterproof.
Lightweight: It is lightweight and can be considered as an alternative to glass sheet. Although it is stronger than glass, perspex is half the weight of it.
Environment-friendly: The material is 100% recyclable.
Colours: It is available in different colours, which means you can use the colour of your choice to match your needs. And the best part is the colours do not fade.
Versatile: As it is thermoplastic & can soften under high temperature, polymethyl methacrylate can be moulded easily. It can be formed to any shape as per the requirements of the users.
Uses of Perspex
Perspex is having a lot of usage nowadays. It is being used in different ways. It’s array of finishes, colours, cost, availability & chemical properties make it the most preferred material in applications as well as industries that range from general DIY and home repairs through to furniture design, construction, signage, sales displays, interior design and lighting. In home it may used for replacing any greenhouse gas panel that’s broken, as kitchen or bathroom splashbacks or to replace any picture frame glass that’s broken. In a commercial environment Perspex displays, acrylic mirrors & LED diffusers are usually used. Its ability to replace glass has made it gain popularity in the market.
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