Thomas

Recent articles by Thomas

  • What is the insulation value of polycarbonate?

    Curious about the insulation value of polycarbonate? Read all about it in our blog

  • Is there an alternative to Trespa®?

    A frequently asked question is whether there is an alternative to Trespa®. Within our blog article we explain possible alternatives.

  • Trespa® colours

    All colours, patterns and reliefs of Trespa® sheets in a clear overview. See the most common applications and possibilities of Trespa sheets.

  • Is Trespa® fire resistant?

    Trespa® sheets are widely used as facade cladding. It is therefore extremely important that the sheets meet all fire safety requirements.

  • Common uses and applications for HDPE

    Discover High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE): its technical properties, common uses, and exceptional durability and resistance, hat make it a standout material in various industries.

  • Plastic Table Top Replacment For Indoors and Outside

    Want to replace your table top with a sustainable alternative? Discover why a plastic table top is the best choice in our blog!

  • Make your office ‘Corona-proof’ with PERSPEX®️

    Find out how to protect your office’s employees from Covid-19 using perspex shields from Plastic Sheets Shop. For desks, meeting rooms and reception.

  • Polycarbonate: Advantages and Disadvantages

    Are you going to use polycarbonate? In this blog, we’re going to take a look at the advantages and disadvantages of polycarbonate.

  • What ACP / Dibond® colours are there?

    If you want to brighten up a boring wall, ACP is an excellent choice. In this blog, discover the Dibond® colours available in our range. Fast delivery.

  • Coronavirus and plastic protective screens: all you need to know

    Why are sneeze screens so effective against the spread of coronavirus and for what situations are these protective screens most applicable? Read more…

  • Acrylic advantages and disadvantages

    Acrylic sheet is the ideal glass replacement. But why actually? We list the acrylic advantages and disadvantages for you.

  • What does ACP stand for?

    If you’re wondering why Dibond® is sometimes called ACP and what does ACP stand for, it’s an acronym for Aluminium Composite Panel. Read more in our blog.

  • What is polymethyl methacrylate?

    Polymethyl methacrylate is known under various trade names such as Perspex, Plexiglas and Altuglas. Read more info about this plastic in our blog.

  • Is acrylic flammable?

    It is not easy to break plexiglass, this requires a lot of strength. It is 30 times more impact-resistant than glass, but once it breaks, a single large fault line is created. Plexiglass is flammable and starts burning at temperatures from 450 ° Celsius so therefore It should not be used as glazing in means of transport or as a shield for heat sources.

  • How strong is acrylic?

    As a rule of thumb, we can say that Plexiglass is about 30 times more impact-resistant than glass. How does that work in practice? Read all about the strength of acrylic sheet in our blog.

  • Plastic wall panels

    Plastic wall panels offer the ideal solution to quickly and affordably give a room a new, sleek look. In this blog, we give you a number of examples and ideas using HPL, Alupanel or acrylic wall panels.

  • What is acrylic made of?

    The raw materials of acrylic are acetone, methanol, hydrogen cyanide and sulphuric acid. The end product is a harmless and extremely versatile plastic. Read more in our blog!

  • What is acrylic used for?

    Acrylic is so popular because of the advantages over ordinary glass; it is stronger, lighter, easier to process and the light transmittance is much higher. In addition, acrylic is available in many types, colours and thicknesses. You’ll be amazed by this versatile material!

  • The weight of acrylic sheet

    Acrylic has two major advantages over regular glass: it is 30 times stronger and it weighs less. It is no less than half the weight of glass. See at a glance how much acrylic weighs per square meter.

  • How to determine your acrylic sheet thickness?

    A frequently asked question is: which sheet thickness of acrylic do I need? The sheet thickness depends entirely on the application. Read our blog to discover how to make an informed decision regarding acrylic sheet thickness.