What Are Acrylic Boards?

What are acrylic signs?

Acrylic boards are rigid plastic display panels manufactured from high-quality clear or coloured acrylic material. Often referred to as Perspex signs, they provide a glass-like appearance while being lighter, safer and more practical for commercial signage applications.

Printed acrylic signs can be supplied with direct print, vinyl graphics or stand-off fixings to create a premium finish.

Where are acrylic signs used?

Acrylic boards are widely used across a range of industries and environments, including:

Reception Signs

Create a professional first impression with branded reception signage.

Office Signage

Ideal for meeting rooms, directories and internal branding.

Retail Displays

Enhance product displays and promotional messaging.

Wall Mounted Signs

Acrylic signs provide a premium appearance for long-term installations.

Exhibition Graphics

Perfect for trade shows and display environments.

Benefits Section

Why choose acrylic boards?

Acrylic signage offers a number of advantages:

• Premium glass-like appearance
• Lightweight and durable
• Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
• High-quality print reproduction
• Available in clear, frosted and coloured finishes
• Professional stand-off mounting options
• Long-lasting and weather resistant

Acrylic boards vs Foamex, Dibond and Correx

Choosing the right signage material depends on your application:

Acrylic Boards

Best for:

• Reception signs
• Corporate branding
• Premium displays

Foamex Boards

Best for:

• Indoor promotional signage
• Cost-effective displays

Dibond Boards

Best for:

• Long-term outdoor signage
• Durable external signs

Correx Boards

Best for:

• Temporary signage
• Construction boards
• Event signage

If you're looking for a premium signage solution, acrylic signs are often the preferred choice.

Acrylic sign options available

We can produce acrylic signage in a variety of formats including:

• Clear acrylic signs
• Frosted acrylic panels
• Printed acrylic boards
• Cut-to-shape acrylic signs
• Reception signs with stand-off fixings
• Wall-mounted acrylic displays

Custom sizes and finishes are available to suit your project.

Acrylic signage for every sector

Our acrylic signs are used by:

• Offices and corporate businesses
• Retail stores
• Hospitality venues
• Healthcare facilities
• Educational organisations
• Leisure and visitor attractions

FAQ Section

Frequently Asked Questions

Are acrylic signs suitable for outdoor use?

Yes. Acrylic boards are durable and suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications when installed correctly.

Is acrylic the same as Perspex?

Perspex is a brand name commonly used to describe acrylic sheet material.

Can acrylic signs be mounted away from the wall?

Yes. Acrylic signs are often installed using stand-off fixings to create a premium floating appearance.

Can acrylic signs be printed in full colour?

Yes. We can produce full-colour printed acrylic signage to suit your branding requirements.

What thicknesses are available?

Acrylic signs are commonly available in various thicknesses depending on the application and installation method.