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What is the difference between acrylic and Lucite?
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The difference between acrylic and Lucite is that one is a brand name for the other. Acrylic is a thermoplastic resin or plastic, also known by the scientific name polymethyl methacrylate. Lucite is a brand of acrylic produced through a proprietary process that makes it clearer and more resistant to the effects of UV and chemicals. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Lucite and other acrylic furniture.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
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Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Cream Dot
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a dotted wool blend fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptur...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Acrylic, Polyester
$395 / item
Vintage Louis Poulsen 'Black Louis' Clamp Wall Lamp, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Multi-adjustable Wall light with clamp mount. The light can be directed in any direction. Everything is black besides the red on/off switch and It is called black Louis and was made ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
Abraham Palatnik Lucite Figure Sculpture Brazil art
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Abraham Palatnik (Brazilian, 1928–2020)
Lucite Owl Sculpture, c. 1960s–70s
Cast acrylic (Lucite) with embedded optical pattern
Brazil
Height: 4 5/8”
This refined owl sculpture repre...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic, Lucite
Large White Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking chandelier was designed by Emil Stejnar for the renowned Vienna-based lighting manufacturer Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s. Stejnar is celebrated for his poetic and celesti...
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1970s Reggiani 360 Degree Flip Shade Massive Floor Lamp , Italy
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Tall and massive flip shade floor lamp by Goffredo Reggiani , Italy .
Vented chrome shade flip a full 360 degree . Opale acrylic diffuser under .
Upper stem rotate left to right...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Ettore Sottsass Style Memphis Group Metal & Acrylic Lamp Set
Located in Bensalem, PA
This listing is for the set please look at pictures for overall detail stunning black electroplatied metal with acrylic rings feel free to reach out with any questions
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
