Plastic is slowly becoming an alternative option for different structural aesthetics. Whether its interior décor, office partitions, pergolas and awnings for your backyard, or even skylights, plastic is becoming a more popular option for homeowners, businessmen, and construction companies alike. Today, we’ll see some of the reasons why so many are making the switch.
Weight
Considering the immense strength of some plastic materials, the weight is surprisingly low. The molecular structure of plastic contributes to this lightweight quality, without compromising on the strength. If you were to build a pergola of wood or glass, the weight would be much more than one made out of plastic. This makes it a lot easier to transport compared to other materials.
Strenght
Despite their lightweight nature, plastics are known for their strength. Some materials are able to even withstand the force of hurricane winds or a bullet! With the decreased fragility, just as it is with the lightweight quality, plastics become easier to transport and you don’t have to worry as much about damage during transit. In fact, you could lap plastic sheet upon plastic sheet and not worry about the pressure of the weight causing some of them to crack.
Visual Diversity
With plastic, you’re not limited to a specific color, design, or even texture. Depending on your fabricator, they can turn simple plastic sheeting into a visually appealing fiesta, which could be appreciated by everyone. You can choose to add custom designs and textures, at a much lower cost than you would with glass, wood, or metal.
Structural Flexibility
Because of the material’s flexibility, you can mold plastic into different shapes and sizes without having to compromise on the strength or weight of the overall structure. There’s a reason why we see so many different plastic products in different shapes, sizes, and colors. The cost of producing these varied designs is a lot cheaper than it would be for metal or glass objects.
Price
The biggest selling point of plastic, and probably the number one reason for their popularity is the low price point. When compares to glass, wood, or metal, plastic has a very low price.
Verdict
As you can see, there are many advantages for you to consider plastic for the aesthetics of your overall structure or as a decorating element for your home’s interior or backyard. For customized solutions, try visiting Regal Plastics – Custom Fabrication, a long-standing family-owned business that offers a wide range of products, both pre-fabricated and customized. They have a wide variety of materials to work with, including Polygal, of which they are an authorized distributor.
Their ordering process is also very simple. You can submit a request for a quote, specifying the material and type of product you’re looking for. If you have a design in mind you can send that in as well or wait for a representative to get in touch with you, who will help you design your product. Once you finalize the design and accept the quotation, you’ll have to make the required partial advance payment and will be given a completion date.