Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a polished and unpolished edge on acrylic?

An unpolished edge can look slightly clouded, were as a polished edge looks like the front surface, glass clear!

Can I talk to someone rather than purchase online?

Of course you can! Speak to someone within our sales team on 01204 841111 were there is over 40 years experience in the plastics industry!

Could I collect my order?

You are more than welcome to collect from our trade counter, although there maybe a packaging charge dependant on item ordered. Our address is detailed below:

Just Buy Plastic
9 Peaks Place
Rossini Street
Bolton
BL1 8GJ

I am a school, university, college or government can I send you a purchase order?

Not a problem, we are happy to open an account, we just need an official purchase order quoting our prices from our online shop

I would like to purchase a shape rather an a square or rectangle, can this be done?

Of course you can! We can cut to any shape to your requirements, give our sales team a call on 01204 841111 and they will be able to talk you through our capabilities to create what you need!

Can I order a sample of the colour I would like to order?

We have samples available however there is a charge of £1.00 plus postage and packaging. We plan to put these onto our website, but until then, why not call the sales office with your requirement and we can arrange.

What is your cutting tolerance?

+/- 1mm

Do you have a minimum order charge?

There is a minimum order charge of £10.00 excluding carriage and VAT

What is the standard size of hole?

You can have what ever size hole you like, however our standard is 5mm

What is the standard radius of a curved corner?

We can do any radius corner to your requirement, however if not specified they will be 5mm.

Is Acrylic stronger than glass?

Acrylic is 20 times stronger than plate glass

Does acrylic turn yellow/discolour over time?

Acrylic has a 10 year guarantee against discolouring