Curved acrylic boat window replacement for old windows
1
Ordering
Visit Plasticsheetsshop and order acrylic
2
Creating the mould
Create a wooden mould in the shape of the desired window
3
Use coals
Use BBQ coals and a sieve to heat the acrylic sheet
4
Heating
Hold the sheet above the hot coals for fifteen minutes
5
Bending
Bend the warm sheet and secure it onto the mould
6
Finishing
Let the acrylic cool down and put it onto the boat
Materials and tools used
Clear cast (GS) acrylic sheet 4 mm

Clear cast (GS) acrylic sheet 4 mm
Tools
- Angle grinder
Other requirements
- Wooden mould
- BBQ coals
Thije’s tips for others
"Replacing a boat window was easier than expected. Be careful not to let the acrylic sheet get too hot during the bending. Leave the sheet in the mould long enough to prevent it from bending back."
Thije’s tips for others
"Replacing a boat window was easier than expected. Be careful not to let the acrylic sheet get too hot during the bending. Leave the sheet in the mould long enough to prevent it from bending back."
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