Acrylic sheets are usually rectangular or square in shape and are often used for building signs, screens, windows, and more. Acrylic is a clear material that resembles glass but offers better transparency and weighs 50% less than glass of equal thickness. It is known as one of the clearest materials, offering a transparency rate of 93% and can be used in a wide variety of applications. Acrylic is known for its dazzling glossiness and its remarkable scratch and impact resistance. It even boasts a greater load bearing capacity than polycarbonate, one of the toughest materials out there.