6 Acrylic Barrier Uses to Consider

 

Woman sitting behind an acrylic partition in office

Before the pandemic, acrylic barriers and shields were hardly given much thought—if they were given any thought, or use, at all. Post-pandemic, however, shields and other acrylic barriers are more mainstream as they are a prevalent part of the personal protective equipment (PPE) toolkit. 

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How to Lower Noise with a DIY Acrylic Noise Barrier

Man installing an acrylic noise barrier

Ever feel like unwanted noise seems to crop up at the most inopportune times, like when you’re on a business call, recording something, or simply trying to unwind? Fortunately, there’s a relatively simple and cost-effective solution for when peace and quiet feel like rare commodities: install an acrylic noise barrier to help block out excess sound.

Just follow our helpful guide below and you’ll be on your way to a more relaxing atmosphere that promotes productivity, creativity, and focus.

Key Takeaways

  • Lucite is a brand of acrylic, both made from the same base material: polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA).
  • Lucite offers slightly better clarity, UV resistance, and chemical resistance than standard acrylic, making it ideal for premium applications.
  • Both Lucite and acrylic are durable, lightweight, and shatter-resistant, making them popular glass alternatives in furniture, signage, and safety products.
  • Common Lucite uses include furniture, jewelry, and automotive parts, while acrylic is widely used for signage, aquariums, shields, and display cases.
  • Acme Plastics carries a wide range of acrylic products, including sheets from Lucite, Plexiglas, and other top brands in various sizes, shapes, and finishes.

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