What is recommended to prevent damage when installing acrylic plastics?

When installing acrylic plastics, using adequate spacers is recommended to prevent damage. Acrylic is a material that can be sensitive to stress and pressure at its edges. Proper spacing ensures that the material is not overly constrained during installation, which could lead to cracking or warping. Spacers help to maintain an appropriate gap that allows for thermal expansion and contraction and can prevent the acrylic from bending or flexing in ways that would compromise its structural integrity or appearance.

Ensuring that there is enough space between the acrylic and the structure it is being installed on provides protection from excessive forces and supports even load distribution, which is crucial for maintaining the longevity and functionality of acrylic components in an assembly.