Plexiglass, also called an acrylic sheet, is a see-through substance similar to glass panels but safer, as it doesn't shatter or cut like glass can. You can use plexiglass in place of traditional glass in a variety of applications to make your home safer.
Instructions
1. Replace glass panels in interior doors with plexiglass. They're less likely to break and cause injury, and give the same appearance as glass panels.
2. Remove the glass from picture frames and use plexiglass for pictures you plan to ship. Plexiglass won't shatter and damage the picture beneath.
3. Top a base with plexiglass to create a side table. Plexiglass is a good way to top a wicker trunk or basket and protect the wicker from damage and provide a stable surface for knick knacks or a coffee cup.
4. Eliminate the weight of large posters on your wall by removing the glass and using plexiglass to protect the image below.
5. Secure plexiglass panels across the bottom of a window frame to prevent children from falling. This is most effective with windows that open from the top, or in rooms where your child's bed has to be near a window.
6. Use plexiglass in place of traditional dry erase boards. You can mount the plexiglass to a wall or your refrigerator using magnets to provide your kids with an inexpensive, unique dry erase surface.
