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How does PVC Metal compare to solid metal signs and AcryMetal?

PVC Metal signs are lighter and more affordable than traditional metal signage. Compared to AcryMetal, PVC Metal signs provide a similar look but with a different base material that may have slightly different durability characteristics.

These products also have different thickness and finishes. Here’s a comparison between PVC Metal, AcryMetal, Flat Cut Aluminum, and Laser Cut Stainless Steel:

	Metal Film		Real Metal
	AcryMetal	PVC Metal	Flat Cut Aluminum	Laser Cut Stainless Steel
Thickness	1/4” (6mm) 1/2″ (12mm)	1/2″ (12mm) 1″ (26mm)	1/8″ (3mm) 1/4″(6mm) 3/8″(9mm) 1/2″(12mm) 3/4″(20mm) 1″ (26mm)	1/8″ (3mm) 1/4″(6mm) 3/8″(9mm) 1/2″(12mm)
Finishing Options	Brushed Silver Brushed Gold	Brushed Silver Brushed Gold	Brushed Painted Sandblasted Anodized Brushed Anodized	Stainless Steel Brushed Electroplated Gold Brushed Electroplated Black Titanium Brushed Electroplated Bronze Brushed Electroplated Red Copper Brushed