Acrylic

Acrylic is a flat rigid material typically with a gloss finish. Can be used indoors or outdoors. Used indoors to portray a clean image due to its glossy finish. Used Outdoors for exterior lighted signs, as well as other exterior applications.

Common uses for acrylic signage:

Light boxes, trade shows, directional & informational signage, lighted signs, menu boards.

Material Sizes:

4' x 8' sheets (1220mm x 2440mm)

5' x 10' sheets (1515mm x 3050mm)

Thickness:

1/8" (3mm)- recommended thickness for interior use. (Not to be used for exterior applications).

3/16" (5mm)-Used for exterior illuminated box sign faces. (faces could blow out or warp with 1/8")

1/4" & 1/2" (6mm & 13mm) Generally used for signs requiring greater thickness for rigidity. Also used for interior signs to give the sign depth.

Use & Longevity:

UV resistant, uses include permanant indoor & outdoor signs, and temprorary indoor & outdoor signs.

Life Expectancy:

Indoors- 5+ years

Outdoors- 3-5+ years

Installation Considerations:

Indoor-

Velcro & double sided tape stick well. Screws, bolts, pad mount, or standoffs, with small to medium signs.

Outdoor-

Acrylic works best when in a metal frame or box sign. Do not screw, bolt, or rivet large pieces of acrylic to walls, as it will buckle with climate changes. Silicone adhesive or double sided tape for smaller signs.

Installation Accessories;

Box or Frame- Holds sign securely in place.

Acrylic Fingers- Used to prevent multiple pieces from separating.

Acrylic Zip Track- Plastic track that holds letters in place for changeable message signs like theater marquees.

Use & Care Tips:

Clean only with a plastic cleaner and mild soapy water. (no windex type cleaners) Alcohol may cause crazing to the surface. Acrylics have the best scratch resistance of all clear substrates.

Powered by SignSite©