ACRYLIC SHEETS Specific Application 1 So you are thinking about purchasing acrylic sheets, those multi-purpose darlings of the construction world.  There are many potential uses for this product.  We have listed a few of them below. As a glass alternative, acrylic is a favorite.  It is stronger, more lightweight, and shatter-resistant.  It is also extremely moldable.  Unlike glass, which is fragile and unyielding, acrylic can be bent and sculpted into different forms easily.  Acrylic can be 2-3 times more impact resistant than a comparable piece of glass, and the varying thicknesses of acrylic available make it easy to customize strength for your project.  Acrylic glass or “plexiglass” gives you all the benefits of glass – without the fright.  Skylights are commonly made out of acrylic, which can also be treated to withstand harmful UV rays.  Drill holes in acrylic without shattering the material.  It just takes some foresight on your part.  The ability of the acrylic to withstand the drill bit makes it a favorite for fabricators. Use acrylic as sign material.  Cut small blocks of it into creative shapes for badges.  Easily form clear acrylic sheets into a living space for fish – it’s the ideal component for aquariums.  Even use it for lighting fixtures. There are so many different uses for acrylic sheets that it’s impossible to list them all here.  For more information regarding acrylic or to order sheets of varying sizes, contact R S Supply.  R S Supply has a wide variety of acrylic for sale at competitive prices, and their shipping rates are extremely reasonable.  Contact them today at (800) 782-4467.