Pedestals come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. Whether you’re looking for a square or round pedestal; one with or without a cover; a wood, matte, or high-gloss finish; or one that’s mirrored, colored, or clear acrylic, we’ve got you. At shopPOPdisplays, we pride ourselves on having a wide variety of pedestals to choose from. You definitely won’t have a problem finding one (or more) that you like. But you may be unsure which one you need. How do you know if a wood pedestal or an acrylic pedestal is the right choice for your purposes? Keep reading. We’ll start with a few questions and then break down the pros and cons of each to help you narrow down your selections and choose the right pedestal for you.
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Acrylic Pedestals: Weddings, graduation parties, and outdoor entertainment and dining venues are all candidates for incorporating pedestal displays. Our round clear acrylic pedestals can hold flowers, a wedding cake, or a photo display, for an afternoon or an evening. But they’re not weather-resistant so they can’t be left outdoors indefinitely. Our economy display pedestals are also light enough to be transported and used outdoors. If possible, place acrylic pedestals in a covered area, such as a porch or under a party canopy or rental tent.
Wooden pedestals: Sure, you can bring wood pedestals outdoors for a one-time event. But, if you’re planning to use pedestals primarily outdoors, you would be smart to invest in our new weather-resistant TimberLine pedestals, the White Outdoor Display Pedestal, All American and the Textured Outdoor Display Pedestal with Weather-Resistant TimberLine. They are both weather-resistant, made with scratch-resistant HDPE, come in multiple sizes, and are available in Whitewash, Teak, Weatherwood, Dark Ash, or rich Mahogany (in the event you still want a wood look).
Acrylic pedestals: There’s one, ahem, clear winner here. And that’s our line of portable and collapsible pedestals. They’re perfect for traveling to trade shows, craft fairs, flea markets, and other special events. Plus, they’re easy to store, transport, set up, and break down. And they ship flat to save on shipping costs.
Wooden pedestals: If the display will be stationary, invest in a wooden pedestal. Whether it’s for retail, home, or office use, we have a wide selection of pedestal displays in different heights, footprints (plinth and cylinder), shapes (square, round and cube), and finishes (walnut, oak, maple, and cherry). Most of our pedestals can be customized or ordered with built-in LED lights.
Acrylic pedestals: Acrylic is durable and can withstand a heavy load. But it will depend on the design. Depending on its size, our mirrored pedestals can hold up 200 pounds; our laminated lighted pedestal can hold up to 100 pounds; and our portable pedestals, only 30 pounds.
Wooden pedestals: – They are much better suited to support items that weigh more than 75 pounds. Our wood pedestal can hold up to 200 pounds; our lighted pedestal up to 100. Also, you might want to consider the shape of the pedestal. A rectangular shape can bear more weight than slimmer pedestal styles, making it a sturdy choice for sculptures or other large items with a square base.
Acrylic pedestals: One advantage is that acrylic lends a more minimalist design aesthetic and blends into any environment or décor. When used for events, such as a wedding or an awards ceremony, transparent and mirrored pedestals become part of the display. When used in a gallery or museum setting, the glossy surface of acrylic pedestals allow objects to be admired from different angles.
Wooden pedestals: A popular choice for more traditional settings, these shine in spaces such as retail, business settings, and even homes. The wood finish of shopPOPdisplays’ wooden pedestals—whether you choose walnut, oak, maple, or cherry—will add depth and warmth to any indoor space.
Acrylic pedestals: Small space? You’re better off with clear acrylic pedestals as their transparency allows them to blend into the room. Shape also matters, so if possible, go with round pedestals, as their shape minimizes their appearance. Their softer shape also helps balance out a room that has angular shapes.
Wooden pedestals: Use visually heavier wooden pedestals in larger rooms to create balance. They can lengthen wide spaces, and even be used to draw the eyes upward in a room that has cluttered floor (think busy carpet pattern). They can even be simply used to compliment the room’s architecture.
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Display cases are a staple in consumer-facing industries and are becoming increasingly popular for home use. They’re a great way to protect and display merchandise, collectibles, and other important items. While the value of a display case is clear, determining the best material for your display case isn’t always straightforward. Choosing the best display case depends on your specific needs, rather than a one-size-fits-all situation.
Acrylic and glass display cases both have utility – however, at shopPOPdisplays, we believe that acrylic, also known as plexiglass, is the ideal material for suiting everyday customer needs. Read on to learn more about how acrylic display cases differ from those made of glass.
From a chemistry standpoint, glass is made from silica, also known as sand. Acrylic is made from plastic, but looks and feels similar to glass. A glass display case is like sand at the beach; pretty to look at, but collapses when you let go of it in your hands. Acrylic is up to seventeen times more impact resistant than a sheet of glass that’s the same size, shape, and thickness. This means that even if your acrylic display case is knocked over or hit with a projectile, it may not break – and that certainly means it can sustain typical wear and tear.
Glass display cases are also heavier than acrylic display cases. This not only makes arranging it in the right space an exhausting endeavor, but it also makes glass more expensive to ship. For price-conscious buyers, shipping and handling costs for something as large as a display case is a serious consideration.
On the other hand, acrylic display cases are very lightweight, since acrylic panels are 50 percent lighter than glass. This makes acrylic a great choice for lightweight or wall-mounted display cases.
There are many benefits to choosing an acrylic display case over a glass one. Here are some of the top benefits.
One of the primary concerns when choosing between a glass or acrylic case is its aesthetic properties. In most cases, acrylic display cases outshine glass.
Acrylic has better optical clarity than most forms of glass. The only glass that can match acrylic’s optical clarity is specially designed and comes with a steep markup.
Glass also has a very subtle green tint to it, while acrylic is inherently clear. That being said, acrylic can easily be dyed or tinted any color, allowing it to more closely mimic the appearance of glass if needed.
Acrylic also has low light reflection properties, which is ideal for brightly lit rooms. If a spotlight is pointed on a glass display case, onlookers will have a better view of their own reflection than the object inside. However, if a spotlight is shone on an acrylic display case, it will reflect soft light back at the viewer which won’t obscure the item on display.
Glass is occasionally chosen over acrylic when a high-class, museum-like appearance is essential. This is because glass is subjectively viewed as a timeless classic despite its visual drawbacks. However, for the average, consumer-facing function, acrylic is the clear choice.
It’s inevitable – unless you isolate a display case from view, it risks mistreatment by employees or viewers. For example, imagine that an employee accidentally slammed a glass display case’s door. It will shatter in a way that turns heads, leaving glass shards scattered on the ground, and the items exposed. People may need to be blocked off from the area while cleanup takes place. Yikes!
However, an acrylic display case can save the day! It will likely absorb this impact without cracking and even if it does happen to break, the fragments of acrylic will not result in sharp, dangerous edges. This trait is especially important in items such as jewelry display cases, where valuables may be stored. Overall, an acrylic display case will not only save your items, but also save you a laborious clean up, injuries that may result in liabilities, and embarrassment. Phew!
Acrylic is a much better material to ship, as it has a low chance of breaking in transit. Many businesses have learned the hard way that package handlers and delivery workers don’t always obey the “fragile” tag. A glass case that’s broken or shattered on arrival is useless and inconvenient to properly dispose of.
An average quality glass display case is significantly more expensive than a quality acrylic case. This is primarily due to material costs, although shipping costs can make these expenses even more significant. As well, broken glass is far more labor-intensive and expensive to repair than cracked acrylic.
With that being said, beware of deeply discounted glass display cases. These cases are often made from low-quality glass. While the drawbacks of low-quality display cases are difficult to identify online, cheap glass can make the entire case quite fragile while causing visual distortion.
Glass is more scratch-resistant than untreated acrylic, but these scratches are far more difficult to repair. To remove scratches from glass, you need special buffing compounds, mechanical buffers, and a trained laborer – if glass is polished using the wrong materials or by an amateur, it often causes more scratches than it fixes. On the other hand, even though acrylic is prone to small, surface-level scratches, these are easily removed with inexpensive abrasives or a simple, DIY buffing process.
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