Glass VS Acrylic Shower Doors

If you’re reading this article, there’s a chance that you’re renovating your bathroom and considering acrylic shower doors. You’ve come to the right place because this mini-guide will tell you everything you need to know about acrylic shower doors and the benefits of them over glass. 

Acrylic is an incredibly useful and clear variation of plastic that resembles glass with extra benefits. These extra benefits of acrylic are the reasons why it is so commonly used for splashbacks, wall panels, and shower doors. As well as many other purposes around the home. If you'd like to learn more about Acrylic, read this article! Acrylic is superior to glass in many ways, and this article will tell you how. 

The practical appeals of acrylic shower doors

Acrylic plastic shower doors are a great alternative to glass, as acrylic is a great deal stronger and more impact-resistant than glass and will not shatter upon forceful impact. Because acrylic doesn’t shatter it is considered a much safer material to work with. 

Additionally, the transparency of acrylic is 93% and remains clear regardless of how thick it is. So it provides amazing visibility and a sleek contemporary look. Very thick glass will begin to show a green tint, which is why more are opting for acrylic. 

Concerning the comparison between acrylic plastic shower doors and glass shower doors, acrylic is better in regards to weight, as it weighs in at about half the weight of glass. The low weight of the material allows for a much faster and easier installation process. Also, mismeasurements in the acrylic aren’t nearly as time-consuming to fix as glass, as acrylic only simply needs to be sawn to remeasure, whereas glass must be scored. 

In terms of practicality, you can’t go wrong with acrylic. 

Cleaning

Acrylic is extremely easy to clean because it is a non-porous material, so it will not absorb any liquid that comes into contact with it. However, this does not mean that acrylic doesn’t stain. If coloured liquids are left to sit on the surface of acrylic for too long, they will stain and may be impossible to remove. 

For this reason, it is recommended that you remove any splashes on the surface of your acrylic plastic shower doors immediately after noticing them. All you need to do is use a damp, lint-free, soft cloth and a regular, non-corrosive household cleaner. Using corrosive cleaning substances and equipment can result in your acrylic shower doors looking dull or scratched. Acrylic doesn’t tend to scratch easily, but the scratches can be buffed out of the plastic depending on how deep the scratches are. You can also use scratch remover to get your acrylic shower door looking good as new again.

If you’d like to learn more about cleaning acrylic, this post will tell you everything you need to know. 

What can we do for you?

Here at Sheet Plastics, we offer an excellent range of acrylic and polycarbonate sheets that are designed and manufactured to meet your specifications. All you have to do is install it! We also offer a range of accessories to assist you with your installation. 

Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about our range of products or need some advice on your acrylic shower doors.