Life of viruses on surfaces
COVID19
- Plastics 72 Hours
- Metals and Glass 9 Hours
Influenzas & H1N1
- Plastics 48 hours
- Glass 9 Hours
Advantages of Glass
Cost
While acrylic has a small upfront cost, in the long run, it could cost just as much or more than glass because of the need to be replaced more frequently.
Cleaning
Acrylic can only be cleaned with warm water and soap. If any other cleaner is used, you will crack the acrylic and it must be replaced. Glass can be cleaned with any number of disinfectant cleansers without damaging the surface.
Scratching
Acrylic scratches very easily. Even if you accidentally clean it with paper towels, that can permanently damage acrylic. Glass on the other hand, is relatively scratch resistant..
Germ Free
Acrylic is porous whereas glass is anti-microbial. A lot of healthcare providers and hospitals choose glass over anything simply for this reason. It can be sterilized very easily and because of its tempered design, holds up in very demanding spaces.
When to Use Acrylic
- If your cleaning crews know how to maintain the panels
- If you’re okay with some visual abnormalities
- If you’re often replacing the panels due to remodels or update meaning constant replacement is to be expected and required
When to Use Glass
- High traffic areas
- Scratch resistant
- When you need UV protection on the cheap
- When you can’t worry about maintenance
- When a clean environment is a must
- When longevity is necessary
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