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The Anatomy of a Lean-To Roof: Using the Right Tools and Materials

A Lean-to Roof is a type of roofing design that slopes in one direction, with one side of the roof attached to an existing structure or wall. It is commonly used for home extensions, carports, and other outdoor structures. The lean-to-roof...

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What Is The Best Transparent Plastic Sheet For Roof?

What Is The Best Transparent Plastic Sheet For Roof?

Transparent plastic sheets can be used for roofing, depending on your specific needs and budget. Here are some of the sheets recommended by our plastics expert at Plastic Solutions:

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How To Properly Cut Polycarbonate Sheets

How To Properly Cut Polycarbonate Sheets

Due to their strength, durability, and transparency, polycarbonate sheets are a popular material for various DIY projects, such as greenhouses, skylights, and safety shields. However, cutting polycarbonate sheets can be tricky if you are unfamiliar with the proper techniques. The...

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Difference Between Cast and Extruded Acrylic

Difference Between Cast and Extruded Acrylic

Cast acrylic and extruded acrylic are both produced from the same base thermoplastic; PMMA; Polymethyl Methacrylate, more commonly known as “perspex” or “plexiglass”. The different production processes are responsible for their slightly different properties and result in them being suitable for...

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Differences Between Plexiglass, Perspex and Acrylic Glass Finally Explained

Differences Between Plexiglass, Perspex and Acrylic Glass Finally Explained

Our clients sometimes ask us questions such as the difference between acrylic, plexiglass and perspex and whether plexiglass is better than acrylic or perspex. The short answer to all these questions is that there are no significant differences between acrylic,...

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Surprising Advantages Acrylic Has Over Regular Glass

Surprising Advantages Acrylic Has Over Regular Glass

Acrylic glass, going by different brand names such as PERSPEX®, CRYLON® and PLEXIGLAS®, is a clear, lightweight and shatter-resistant plastic commonly used in various applications, from windows and skylights to picture frames and aquariums. The material is a thermoplastic type,...

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8 Powerful Benefits of Polycarbonate Multiwall Panels

8 Powerful Benefits of Polycarbonate Multiwall Panels

  Multiwall polycarbonate panels are becoming increasingly popular in different interior and exterior applications. Their usage for exterior walls, interior partitions, roofing, or entire greenhouses is preferable to glass or any other material with similar characteristics. With so increased popularity...

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FAQ - Plastic Solutions

FAQ - Plastic Solutions

Your Frequently Asked Questions.   Answered by our in-house plastic expert!    I plan to put a lean-to on my house; what materials should I use? Our most popular options are 10mm twin-wall and 16mm triple-wall clear polycarbonate. For this...

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Multiwall Polycarbonate Roofing Sheets

Why Choose Multiwall Polycarbonate Roofing Sheets

Multiwall polycarbonate roofing sheets are incredibly popular for both commercial and domestic uses. As an alternative to glass roofing sheets, they offer a huge number of benefits. This article will cover these benefits in detail, they include: Up to 200...

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