Presentation of Custom-Made Acrylic Mirror (PMMA)
Extruded PMMA mirror is a widely used material that is still not well known by many users. It is sometimes referred to by other generic or commercial names such as: acrylic mirror, synthetic mirror, plastic mirror, PMMA mirror, Altuglas mirror, Plexi mirror, or Plexiglas mirror.
The chemical name of PMMA is Polymethyl Methacrylate.
Uses of 2 mm Extruded PMMA Mirror
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Mirror for interior decoration (custom decorative mirrors)
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Retail display mirrors (POS / merchandising) for showcasing products
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Shatterproof mirrors for children, workshops or industrial environments
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Mirrors used in schools, kindergartens and hospitals as a safer alternative due to their break resistance
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Garden / outdoor mirrors (with specific installation considerations)
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Mirrors for vehicles (motorhomes, caravans, vans, etc.) thanks to their light weight and durability
Advantages of Custom Acrylic Mirrors
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Lightweight: only 2.37 kg per square meter, compared to 5 kg/m² for a traditional glass mirror of the same thickness
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Impact resistant and virtually unbreakable
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Good mechanical resistance
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UV resistant
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Easy to cut, drill and machine, similar to working with hardwood
Due to its thinness, a 2 mm acrylic mirror will not have the same rigidity as a 3 mm mirror. The reflection may therefore be more easily distorted unless the mirror is installed on a perfectly flat surface, or unless a deliberately distorted reflective effect is desired. These distortions generally appear only on larger sizes.
However, its very low thickness also makes it extremely lightweight, making the 2 mm acrylic mirror a versatile product that is easy to handle and install.
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