Red Acrylic Sheet

Premium red acrylic sheets for signage, splashbacks, and creative projects in Melbourne. ExcelitePlas supplies high-quality cast red perspex sheets from our Dandenong South warehouse, delivering across Melbourne and Australia-wide. Browse our full acrylic sheets range for more colours and finishes.

Red acrylic sheet (PMMA) is a vibrant, opaque plastic material celebrated for exceptional clarity, superior impact resistance, and long-lasting durability. This eye-catching alternative to glass is notably lighter and 30 times more impact-resistant, making it ideal for signage, displays, splashbacks, and creative applications.

Product Specifications

• Standard Sizes: 1220×2440mm and 1220×1220mm (custom cutting available)
• Thickness: 4mm
• Colour: Red (vibrant, opaque)
• Material Type: Cast acrylic (PMMA)
• Surface Finish: Glossy on both sides
• Impact Resistance: Approximately 30× greater than glass
• Weight: Significantly lighter than glass

Cast Acrylic vs Extruded Acrylic

Excelite red acrylic is cast acrylic, offering superior properties over extruded alternatives:

• Harder surface — more scratch-resistant
• Better for machining — ideal for laser cutting, engraving, and CNC routing
• Superior optical clarity — clearer and more consistent colour throughout
• Chemical resistance — better resistance to solvents
• Professional results — smoother edges when cut, better for polishing

Key Features & Benefits

1. Vibrant Red Colour: Eye-catching, opaque red perfect for signage and displays that demand attention.
2. 30× Impact Resistance: Approximately 30 times more impact-resistant than glass, reducing breakage risk and improving safety.
3. Lightweight: Significantly lighter than glass, making handling, transport, and installation easier.
4. Excellent for Laser Engraving: Cast acrylic provides superior results for laser cutting and engraving applications.
5. Glossy Both Sides: Professional high-gloss finish on both surfaces for premium appearance.
6. UV Resistant: Suitable for both interior and exterior applications without significant colour fading.
7. Easy to Fabricate: Can be cut, drilled, bent, and shaped using standard tools and techniques.
8. Weather Resistant: Performs well in Australian outdoor conditions for signage and exterior applications.

Ideal Applications

Signage & Displays:

• Exterior and interior signage — weather-resistant and eye-catching
• Illuminated and backlit signs
• Point-of-purchase displays and exhibition stands
• Laser engraved signs — crisp, clean results with excellent contrast

Interior Design & Architecture:

• Acrylic splashbacks — vibrant red splashbacks for kitchens and bathrooms, a cheaper alternative to glass and tiles
• Feature walls and decorative panels
• Modern furniture, table tops, and shelving
• Room dividers and privacy screens

Creative & Commercial:

• Display cases, model making, art & craft projects
• Photography backdrops and product photography
• Boat and motorcycle windows

Glazing Applications:

• Secondary glazing, shed windows, and doors
• Hobby greenhouse glazing — lightweight alternative to glass (for heavier-duty greenhouse roofing, see our polycarbonate greenhouse panels)

Acrylic Splashbacks

Red perspex splashbacks are a cheaper alternative to tiles and glass, offering a similar high-gloss look with easier installation. Acrylic sheets are very easy to cut to size, and 4mm perspex sheet is the most popular thickness for splashback applications.

• Bold, vibrant colour creates stunning feature walls
• Non-porous surface — easy to clean and hygienic
• Lightweight — easier to handle and install than glass
• Cost-effective compared to glass or tile installations
• Seamless appearance with minimal joints

Fabrication & Installation

• Cutting: Fine-tooth saw, circular saw, or laser cutter
• Drilling: Standard drill bits — use slow speeds to prevent cracking
• Bending: Heat-form using a strip heater or oven
• Polishing: Flame-polish or buff edges for a crystal-clear finish
• Bonding: Acrylic cement or solvent-based adhesives for strong joints
• Engraving: Excellent results with laser engraving and CNC routing

Care & Maintenance

• Clean with warm soapy water and a soft microfibre cloth
• Avoid abrasive cleaners or scouring pads
• Dry with a soft cloth to prevent water spots
• Minor scratches can be buffed out with acrylic polish

Also Consider

Looking for a different colour, finish, or material?

• Full acrylic sheet range — clear, frosted, mirror, opal, and coloured options
• Frosted acrylic sheet — satin finish for privacy screens and light diffusion
• Clear solid polycarbonate sheet — higher impact resistance for outdoor glazing
• Twin wall polycarbonate sheet — thermally insulated roofing and glazing
• Full polycarbonate roofing range

Melbourne Showroom & Services

Factory showroom open Mon–Fri 8:30–4:30
Visit our Dandenong South showroom with your measurements — we offer cut-to-size services for custom dimensions. Our team can advise on the right thickness and provide fabrication tips for your project.

Cut-to-Size Service: Bring your exact measurements and we’ll custom-cut your red acrylic sheet to fit. Available for same-day pickup.
Melbourne & Australia-Wide Delivery: Fast delivery across Melbourne and nationwide shipping to all states and territories.
Contact our team for bulk pricing or custom project quotes.

ExcelitePlas — your trusted supplier of premium acrylic sheets and polycarbonate roofing across Australia.

Features and Benefits

Clear perspex sheet offer numerous advantages

• High clarity: Acrylic sheets provide excellent clarity, with a transparency rate of up to 93%, which is about 1-2% higher than polycarbonate sheet.
• Lightweight: Perspex sheet is half weight of glass, and same weight with polycarbonate sheet.
• Strength & Durability: plexiglass sheets are approximately 10 times stronger than glass
• Easy to Shape：Acrylic sheet is easy to handle, you can bend it, or laser cutting acrylic, cnc routing, thermoforming.
• Customization: We offer Acrylic cut to size in Melbourne and National wide.
• Cost-effective: Perspex are an affordable option, cheaper than both glass and polycarbonate.

Applications

Retail displays and signage

• Display and signage
• Furniture and interior design
• Picture framing, photo frame
• Secondary Windows and skylights
• Aquariums or fish tank
• Table top
• Splashback
• Laser cutting

Comparison Between Acrylic sheet and Polycarbonate sheet

Acrylic and polycarbonate are both versatile plastics with various applications. While they share some similarities, they also have differences that are important to consider for your specific use. 

Here is a comparison between acrylic and polycarbonate:

Clarity: Acrylic has more exceptional clarity, boasting a transparency rate of up to 93%, compared to polycarbonate, which generally offers around 89% light transmission.

Strength
Polycarbonate is more robust, providing 200 times the strength of glass, while cast acrylic sheet is about 10 times stronger than glass. Polycarbonate is more suitable for applications requiring high impact resistance.

Weight
Both materials are lightweight, though acrylic sheeting is slightly lighter than polycarbonate sheeting.

Scratch resistance
Acrylic sheet is more prone to scratching than polycarbonate sheet. It's essential to consider the resistance to surface damage when choosing between the two materials.

UV stability
Polycarbonate sheet generally offers enhanced protection against harmful UV rays, if no specai.

Ease of fabrication:
Acrylic sheets can be easily shaped and drilled, while polycarbonate sheets require specific techniques and tools for fabrication.

Cost:
Acrylic sheet is generally more cost-effective than polycarbonate sheet, making it a preferred choice for projects with budget constraints.

What you should use the choice between acrylic and polycarbonate depends on your project requirements. Consider factors such as strength, clarity, UV protection, fabrication techniques, and budget when deciding which material to use for your specific application.