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Description
This premium 100% recycled acrylic opal sheet is a high-performance, environmentally responsible alternative to virgin acrylic, ideal for a wide range of interior and exterior applications. Manufactured entirely from reclaimed acrylic, it delivers reliable mechanical strength, optical performance and long-term durability in a sustainable format.
With its opal white, light-diffusing appearance and excellent UV resistance, this sheet is perfectly suited to signage, display, lighting diffusers, retail fixtures and protective panels. Available in a choice of thicknesses and sheet sizes, it can be easily cut, fabricated, and installed to meet the precise needs of your project.
Product Features
- 100% recycled acrylic construction for a sustainable, lower-impact material choice.
- Opal (white, translucent) finish for controlled light diffusion and improved aesthetics.
- Available thickness options: 3 mm and 5 mm to suit different strength and weight requirements.
- Sheet length options: 2030 mm and 3050 mm for flexibility across small and large installations.
- Sheet width options: 1520 mm and 2030 mm to maximise yield and minimise offcuts.
- UV-resistant formulation for long-lasting performance in indoor and outdoor environments.
- Excellent machinability – suitable for cutting, drilling, routing, and thermoforming.
Key Features and Benefits
- Environmentally conscious choice: made from 100% recycled acrylic, helping reduce waste and the demand for virgin plastic.
- High light diffusion with reduced glare, making it ideal for backlit signage, illuminated displays, and lighting covers.
- Good impact and weather resistance, providing a durable solution for demanding commercial and industrial settings.
- Lightweight compared with glass, simplifying handling, transport, and installation while reducing structural load.
- Easy to fabricate using standard plastic-working tools, supporting efficient manufacturing and custom projects.
- Stable colour and optical performance under UV exposure, helping maintain a clean, consistent appearance over time.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | 100% recycled acrylic (opal, translucent white) |
| Available thicknesses | 3 mm, 5 mm |
| Available sheet sizes | 2030 x 1520 mm, 2030 x 2030 mm, 3050 x 1520 mm, 3050 x 2030 mm |
| UV resistance | Formulated for outdoor and indoor use with enhanced resistance to UV ageing |
| Colour / finish | Opal white, light-diffusing surface |
| Typical processing methods | Cutting, drilling, routing, polishing, bending, thermoforming |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This recycled acrylic opal sheet is designed for both commercial and industrial environments where light diffusion, appearance and sustainability are important.
- Backlit and non-illuminated signage, lightboxes, and display panels.
- Lighting diffusers, ceiling panels, and luminaire covers.
- Retail fixtures, point-of-sale displays, and exhibition stands.
- Partitions, privacy screens, and decorative interior panels.
- Protective covers, machine guards (non-load-bearing), and general fabrication projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this 100% recycled acrylic opal sheet be used outdoors?
Yes. The sheet is formulated with UV-resistant properties, making it suitable for many outdoor applications such as signage and external displays. As with all plastics, service life will depend on exposure conditions and correct installation.
How can I cut and machine the recycled acrylic sheet?
The sheet can be worked using common tools for plastics, such as fine-tooth circular saws, routers, and drills. Ensure tools are sharp, use appropriate feed rates, and support the sheet properly to achieve clean edges and minimise chipping.
Is there any difference in performance between recycled acrylic and standard (virgin) acrylic?
Quality recycled acrylic is engineered to offer mechanical and optical properties comparable to many standard acrylic sheets. Slight variations can occur depending on formulation, but in most typical signage, display, and glazing-style uses, performance is very similar while offering environmental benefits.