Buying Mirrored Acrylic at Canal Plastics Center
Every mirrored sheet we stock is manufactured through a vacuum metallizing process that deposits a thin layer of aluminum onto one side of the acrylic, creating a bright and durable mirror finish. The reflective surface is then coated with a painted backing to protect it during fabrication and use. All mirrored sheets are extruded acrylic for consistent reflectivity and dimensional stability.
Our in-house fabrication team laser cuts, routes, drills, and polishes mirrored acrylic daily, so a single order can go from full sheet to finished mirror parts without leaving our SoHo workshop.
Key Features
Vacuum metallized aluminum finish, painted backing
Available in silver and a full range of tinted colors
Specialty options: See-Thru / Two-Way Mirror and Two Sided Mirror
Up to 50% lighter than glass, 10 times more impact-resistant
Compatible with laser cutting, routing, drilling, and scribing
Full sheets 48" x 96", pre-cut and custom cut-to-size available
Indoor use only
Fabrication Notes
For straight cuts on sheets up to 1/8" thick, scribing and snapping over a table edge is effective. For precise work, use carbide-tipped circular or table saw blades with a triple-chip design. Keep the masked side down during cutting and maintain a steady feed rate to prevent chipping. A cool air or water mist can be applied to the blade; avoid lubricants, which may react with the mirror backing. Water jet cutting is not recommended as it can leave micro-notches that lead to cracking or edge failure.
For laser cutting, maintain proper focal distance and leave masking on one or both sides to absorb laser energy evenly. Always exhaust fumes properly and test parameters before production.
Adhesive Note
Do not use solvent-based acrylic cements on the mirror backing. Solvents will damage the reflective film. Use silicone adhesive only. Test on expendable pieces at least 72 hours before full application to confirm compatibility.
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