Your Questions Answered: Everything You Need to Know About Marine Plywood Marine plywood, it’s a wonder material used by tradespeople and DIYers all over the world. It’s the go-to material when other types of plywood or timbers just won’t cut it. But what is so great about it? And why would you use it over any other material? Published 30/01/2025 15:04:47 Read More
What is Secondary Glazing? Learn all about the different types of window glazing on offer today, and why you should consider using secondary glazing in your home. Published 02/12/2024 16:12:31 Read More
How To Make A Table Protector Take a look at clear as glass acrylic if you'd like to create a new glass table top, replace a broken or scratched table or cover an existing table to protect it from scratches and damage. Published 21/10/2024 14:56:26 Read More
The Differences Between Acrylic and Polycarbonate Acrylic and polycarbonate are two of the most popular clear plastics - and our bestsellers here at The Plastic People. Both materials have their different strengths and weaknesses and, in this blog, we're going to take a look at the two plastics in a side-by-side comparison. Learn more here. Published 01/08/2024 11:14:36 Read More
Glass Or Acrylic Plastic: How To Choose Which To Use? Learn all about the differences between glass and acrylic plastic sheets to see which material is best for your home decor and DIY projects! Published 24/06/2024 16:14:35 Read More
Everything You Need To Know About Perspex: Perspex FAQ Answers Highly versatile and tough to break, Perspex, also known as Plexiglass, is a popular material for DIYers and professionals alike. Here we’ll answer the most common Perspex questions we receive to help you with your next project. Published 07/06/2024 09:40:13 Read More
Does Secondary Glazing Stop Condensation? Secondary glazing adds an additional layer of protection for you and your home by placing an insulation barrier between your home and the window. By adding this extra layer, secondary glazing keeps the inner panel warmer and reduces condensation formation. Published 29/04/2024 15:36:12 Read More
Keeping Plastic Windows And Sheets Clean Safely In the realm of plastic window and sheeting materials, plastic stands out as a versatile and practical option. Plastic windows and sheets offer numerous benefits, from durability to affordability. However, to maintain their integrity and appearance, proper and safe cleaning is essential. Go wrong and you’ll end up with cloudy, yellow plastic that can potentially crack. Published 01/03/2024 11:39:23 Read More
What's The Difference Between MDF, Plywood & OSB? Today, we're diving into the world of engineered wood, exploring the key differences between three popular choices: MDF, Plywood, and OSB, to help you with your DIY projects. Published 30/01/2024 10:51:56 Read More
How To Use Plastic Sustainably In DIY Projects From to waste to plastic fantastic, there’s endless ways of taking left over or used plastic and turning it into low cost, handy DIY projects that keep plastic out of landfill and keep your pocket fuller for future endeavours! Published 20/12/2023 14:52:07 Read More
Which Type of Plastic Is Good for Replacing Glass Windows? Acrylic and polycarbonate are both strong alternatives to glass; tough against strong winds and avoiding breakage, then these are the top two types of plastic to consider for your DIY projects. Published 30/11/2023 11:53:00 Read More
What Is The Best Wood For Decking? If you’re thinking about adding wood decking to your garden, you’ve probably noticed that there’s a lot more to the process than simply putting some planks down. It’s a big job but an important one to get right. Published 20/10/2023 09:07:45 Read More
Barkston is Supporting the Movember Campaign Barkston Plastics we are joining forces with the Movember campaign to raise money and awareness for men’s mental health. Published 02/11/2022 09:51:00 Read More