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Perspex® Acrylic Table Top Protector Cut To Size

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Replace your glass table top or protect the one you have — cut to your exact size, in over 40 finishes. Perspex® Acrylic weighs half as much as glass and is 10x stronger, making it a smarter choice for homes, offices and gardens.

For table top protectors, we recommend ordering a thickness of 2mm or 3mm for smaller tables and 4mm or higher for larger tables to provide additional strength. Don't forget your self-adhesive plastic buffer dots to minimise movement.

Planning to use yours on a garden table? See our outdoor care guidance ↓

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Acrylic Table Top Details

We can provide you with cut-to-size acrylic sheets that can be used as either a clear table protector for your existing table or as a replacement tabletop. Our coloured options are perfect for revitalising worn tables, as they can effectively hide any imperfections on the surface.

Acrylic sheets for tabletops are ten times stronger than glass, making them significantly less likely to break if something is dropped on them. This durability is ideal for homes with high foot traffic, children, and pets. With acrylic table tops, you can have the confidence that your table will endure over time. We can also curve corners, making the table top safe to use anywhere in the home and avoiding those hurtful bumps.

Perspex® Acrylic is resistant to UV rays and weather, making it ideal for both outdoor furniture and indoor tables. For garden table tops, we can include a parasol hole in the centre. Simply select "Shape" in the "Parasol" options.

If the edges of your table are going to be on show, we suggest that you get polished edges on your tabletop for a more attractive finish. Once the edges are polished, they are as smooth and transparent as the top surface of your acrylic. 

Choose Your Table Top

Pick the option that matches your situation.

Table Top Protector

Sits on top of your existing table. Protects against scratches, stains and spills.

Small to medium indoor table 2–3mm
Large indoor table 4–5mm
Outdoor table 5mm+

Table Top Replacement

Replaces a broken, damaged or glass top entirely. The number and position of supports affect what thickness you need.

Indoor 5–6mm
Outdoor 5–6mm
Large outdoor or commercial 8mm+
Using your top outdoors? A quick note on heat.

Acrylic is a great choice for outdoor furniture — weatherproof, UV-stable and easy to live with. The one thing to know: like all thermoplastics, it can relax in sustained direct heat. Two simple habits keep yours looking flat for the long haul.

Order 5mm or thicker

Thicker sheets resist heat-related movement far better than 2–3mm. We don't recommend thin sheets for permanent outdoor use.

Shade it on hot days

Move it into shade during the hottest hours when temperatures climb above 25°C. Store it upright, not flat, when not in use.

Clear acrylic table top protector on a garden table

Clear acrylic table top

There is nothing worse than buying a beautiful table, for the top to be ruined by scratches, stains and damage caused by spills. Our clear acrylic table tops cut-to-size are popular as discrete plastic sheet protectors which can be placed on top of your existing table to protect it from damage.

A popular use is protecting or hiding damaged furniture. Your clear table top protector can be cut to size and placed on top of dressers, chests of drawers, vanities and shelving units to protect the surface of your furniture whilst you can still see the original finish.

White coloured acrylic table top protector on a dressing table

Coloured acrylic table top

If your existing surface has seen better days, a coloured acrylic table top is a great way to cover up any scratches, makeup marks or other damage whilst giving your furniture a fresh new look. For example, our white Perspex® acrylic works brilliantly on IKEA furniture — placed on top of an IKEA Micke desk or Malm dressing table, it instantly refreshes the surface without replacing the whole piece.

Available in over 40 colours, all of our Perspex® made-to-measure table tops can be cut to size to fit your furniture at a much lower price than other retailers and with long-lasting durability.

Glass look acrylic table top

Glass look acrylic table top

Our glass look acrylic table top gives a glass-like appearance with a subtle green tint — just as clear as real glass, so you can still see the finish of the original table underneath. With this option, you get a premium appearance and texture whilst also benefiting from acrylic's UV resistance, meaning your table top won't yellow or discolour over time.

The green tint is created to replicate the look of real glass and is only fully visible when looking directly at the edges. We suggest ordering a sample if you would like to make sure you are happy with the finish before ordering.

Caring for your acrylic table top

Acrylic is easy to clean and maintain with just a microfibre cloth and some soap — perfect for busy households where spillages and drops often happen. For your peace of mind, Perspex® International also offers a 10-year guarantee on the outdoor ageing behaviour of both their clear acrylic sheets and coloured acrylic sheets.

Plastic polish

Keep your table top looking its best with VuPlex plastic polish. It cleans, shines and adds an anti-static coating that repels dust — ideal for keeping your surface streak-free between cleans.

Buffer dots

Attach self-adhesive buffer dots to the underside corners of your acrylic sheet for a sturdy, non-slip base. They cushion the surface underneath, prevent scratching and absorb shock and impact.

Microfibre cloth

Always clean acrylic with a soft microfibre cloth — abrasive materials can cause fine scratches over time. A gentle wipe with warm soapy water is all you need for day-to-day cleaning.

 

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100% Recyclable

Perspex® Acrylic is 100% recyclable. Waste products can readily be recovered from the original raw material (the monomer) and re-used in a new sheet.

Perspex® has been manufactured in the UK for over 85 years and still takes place on the same site in Lancashire as it did in the 1930s. This short supply distance to our UK customers helps reduce ‘product miles’ from the manufacturing plant to the end user.

Numerous different investments have already been made by Perspex® to lessen the impact on the environment. Annual waste consumption has been reduced by 24 million litres, and almost 800 tonnes of carbon dioxide have been saved every year as part of a hot water recycling project. At Cut My, we work to be more sustainable by using all of our offcuts to heat our manufacturing facility. We are also currently working towards reducing our packaging.

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Acrylic Specifications

Material Acrylic
Finish Clear, Coloured, Mirrored, Frosted or Glass Look
Available Thicknesses 2mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 15mm, 20mm
Maximum Sheet Size 3050mm x 2030mm
Minimum Sheet Size 100mm x 50mm
Fire Rating UK Class 4 Fire Rating
Water Absorption 0.2%
Manufacturers Tolerances +/-5%
Cutting Tolerances +/- 1mm
Light Transmission > 92%

Perspex® Acrylic Technical Sheet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perspex® acrylic good to use as a tabletop?

Acrylic tabletop protectors add safety and reassurance that your table will last longer. Acrylic also makes for an ideal surface for tables as it is easy to clean and can be tailored and personalised to fit styles and tastes.

Why would I not just use glass as a clear table protector?

Acrylic is cheaper than glass! Our Acrylic table tops also give ten times the impact resistance of glass, so they are much less likely to shatter. This means that even with small children or pets, our sheets are safer to use if accidents do happen.

How do you protect an acrylic tabletop?

Once the edges are polished, they are as smooth and transparent as the surface of the tabletop. If the table top is to be set within an existing table and the edges are concealed, then no other polishing is required. Perspex® tabletop sheets are also easy to clean, with just warm soapy water and a microfibre cloth needed to ensure a hygienic finish. You can also polish them to buff out any scratches.

How do I attach my tabletop protector to my current table?

We can pre-drill your tabletop protector to make installing with screws simpler, but you might want a less permanent solution. You could stick some of our self-adhesive rubber ‘feet’ to the underside of the sheet, which will help stop the Acrylic from slipping while in use.

Which thickness should I choose for an acrylic table top?

If you are using this as a table top protector, then we recommend a thickness of 2mm, 3mm or 4mm. As a Table Top Replacement, a thickness of at least 5mm is recommended. This also depends on the number of supports you have under your table. If you are unsure, please contact our customer experience team who will be able to advise you.

Delivery depends on the size of your order

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4.6 / 5 440 reviews
MJ, 27th May
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Ordered circular pieces to make table top for barrel. Easy to orxer. Fast delivery.great product
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Arleta, 25th May
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Very good quality
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MR JAMES DEENEY, 25th May
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Excellent product Makes table look the part Great finish The measurements guide was spot on
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Karen Janney, 25th May
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Had to replace our glass table top as it shattered. Chose grey acrylic as replacement. Easy to order and measuring instructions on website were very clear. Product arrived within a few days. Have recommended to friends
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Colin Smith, 19th May
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Good ????bejpfuull
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Angela , 18th May
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Very good quality. Prompt delivery and excellent service.
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Mrs SUZIE CARR, 17th May
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Brilliant glass like cut top for my chest of drawers. So easy to navigate and order. The quality is incredible and I am so pleased I found this company ????
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Mark Townsend, 13th May
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Does what is says on the tin - perfect
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John, 13th May
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well pleased with it.
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paul jackson, 12th May
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It is robust and durable for my needs
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