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Everything you need to know about our plastic sheeting
Plastic sheets are available in a wide range of different types, sizes and colours. We help you to find the most suitable sheet for your job at Plasticsheetsshop.co.uk. Not sure exactly which sheet you need? Then use our selection tool and choose the correct plastic sheet based on applications or material properties.
Plastic sheets cut to size for free
We offer much more than just rectangular sheet material. In addition to a series of standard shapes such as circles, triangles, diamonds, letters and numbers, you can also upload your own drawing file (DXF) and have it lasered or milled from the desired material. When uploading your DXF, you can see what it will cost straight away, so there is no unnecessary loss of time.
Sheet thickness
Depending on the type of material, our plastic sheets are available in thicknesses of 2 mm, 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mm and 30mm. We offer these sheets in different colours, including white, black, grey, anthracite, tinted and transparent. You will find a suitable plastic sheet for every job in our wide range. If you are still unsure which sheet thickness you need for your project, please refer to our thickness calculator.
Types and names
There are many types and names for plastic sheets. We have listed the most important types and the most widely-recognised names and brands in the table below.
| Name | Alternative names | Chemical name | Well-known brands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acrylic | Plexiglass, Perspex | PMMA | Perspex, Altuglas, Deglas, Versato Lucryl, Crilux |
| HPL | Trespa | HPL | Abet, Ki-Kern, Volkern |
| Polycarbonate | Lexan | PC | Polycasa, Makrolon, Arla, Lexgard, Radilux |
| Aluminium Composit | Dibond, Alupanel | ACP | Dilite, Etalbond |
What are plastic sheets used for?
Plastic sheets have numerous and very diverse applications. Are you looking for a particular application? In our applications table, you will find all projects related to plastic sheets. Here, you will find specific applications, such as kitchen splashbacks or an acrylic aquarium.
Here are a few examples of what you can use plastic sheets for:
Unique properties of plastic sheets
All our plastic sheets have their unique properties. In addition to our robust all-rounders, we also offer plastic sheets that are recycled, heat-resistant, clear, UV-resistant, water-resistant, flexible or suitable for outdoor use. Furthermore, thanks to the relatively low density of most plastics, plastic sheets are lightweight. Moreover, plastic sheets are durable, easy to work with and require little maintenance. With our selection aid, you can select the right panel based on the desired properties.
Order plastic sheets online
Via the configurator on our product pages, you can quickly and easily buy your plastic sheeting in any desired shape and shape. As soon as you have placed your order, we will get to work for you immediately. Our production and packaging process is designed to deliver to our customers quickly. We will keep you informed of the ordering process by e-mail.
