Polycarbonate Sheets for DIY and Residential Construction
LEXAN™ Film & Sheet products combine high impact strength, low weight and good fabrication properties. This makes them suitable for a wide range of projects around the home, garden and workshop.
LEXAN™ Film & Sheet for DIY and Residential Construction
Why Choose LEXAN™ Film & Sheet for DIY and Residential Construction Projects?
The sheets are significantly lighter than glass, resistant to impact and easy to fabricate using suitable tools. UV-protected grades are available for outdoor applications permanently exposed to weather conditions.
Versatile Solutions for Home and Garden
Canopies
For entrance canopies, protected entrance areas and lightweight structures requiring high levels of natural light.
Partitions and Privacy Screens
For transparent protective surfaces and decorative room dividers or privacy solutions.
Workshop and Hobby Projects
For covers, enclosures and custom-cut components.
Greenhouses and Garden Projects
For light-transmitting garden projects using a suitable UV-protected grade.
Carports and Patios
For lightweight and durable construction projects. Structural requirements and local regulations must be assessed for the specific project.
Protective Covers
For transparent protective panels and covers requiring high durability.
Key Benefits of LEXAN™ Film & Sheet
Suitable LEXAN™ Film & Sheet Products
LEXAN™ 9030 Sheet is suitable for protected structures and interior applications. LEXAN™ EXELL™-D is intended for outdoor applications permanently exposed to UV radiation. Specific suitability must be verified using the relevant technical data sheets.
LEXAN™ 9030 Sheet
For versatile DIY projects, interior applications and protected structures.
- High impact strength
- Good fabrication properties
- Versatile applications
LEXAN™ EXELL™-D
For transparent structures permanently exposed to weather conditions and sunlight.
- For outdoor applications
- High light transmission
- Robust and durable
What Should Be Considered?
Sheet thickness, fixing and substructure must be appropriate for the respective application. Polycarbonate expands and contracts with temperature changes and therefore requires sufficient allowance for movement.
- Use suitable and sharp tools.
- Leave the protective film on the sheet during fabrication.
- Allow for edge distances and thermal expansion.
- Follow the technical data sheets and installation instructions.
- Check structural requirements and local building regulations for the specific project.
FAQ About LEXAN™ Film & Sheet for DIY and Residential Construction
Which Sheet Is Suitable for Outdoor Applications?
For outdoor applications permanently exposed to weather conditions, a UV-protected grade designed for this purpose, such as LEXAN™ EXELL™-D, should be selected.
Can the Sheets Be Cut to Size Yourself?
Yes. The sheets can be fabricated effectively using suitable tools and by following the product-specific fabrication instructions.
What Sheet Thickness Is Required?
The required thickness depends on the sheet dimensions, support spacing, loads, fixing method and installation situation and must therefore be determined for the specific project.
Start Your Project with LEXAN™ Film & Sheet
Select the right sheet grade for your project.
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