Does ClearLay contain plasticizers?

PVC Film and Sheets

ClearLay Vinyl Sheets and Film, are made of rigid PVC, which is PVC that contains no plasticizers. Plasticizer is used to give Vinyl it’s soft feeling and greater pliability.  The softer the Vinyl the more plasticizer has been used. The absence of plasticizer in Clearlay makes the film relatively hard.  On the other end of … Read more

How is ClearLay fabricated?

PVC Film and Sheets

ClearLay vinyl sheets and film can be processed using various methods, to reconfigure it for with a specific application. We offer several processes such as slitting, rewinding, sheeting, interleaving, laminating and finishing services to help convert our materials into a format that can be used for your application. Please check out our Converting Services page for specific … Read more

Can ClearLay Vinyl Sheets be Used Outdoors?

PVC Film and Sheets

We do not recommend using our stock ClearLay vinyl film and sheets for outdoor applications.  Although they may be suitable for short term projects, they not geared to tolerate extreme temperatures or sunlight.  Long term exposure to the elements can cause the material to yellow, become brittle or turn hazy. The best product that we … Read more

Will ClearLay vinyl sheets yellow?

PVC Film and Sheets

Yes, eventually ClearLay film may start to yellow over a long period of time. Exactly when that might happen is really dependent on the type of environment the film is exposed to. There are custom formulations of vinyl sheets and film that are design to extend the time it takes for it to turn yellow, … Read more