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What is Lucite TS? The Ultimate Guide to Cast Acrylic Sanitary Sheets

25/11/2025

What is Lucite TS? Defining the Standard for Sanitary Ware
While general-purpose acrylics are suitable for signage and glazing , Lucite TS is a specialized grade developed specifically for the sanitary ware market. Backed by over 90 years of experience in the cast acrylic business, Lucite TS sets the benchmark for bathtub and spa applications.
Unlike general acrylics, Lucite brand sheets are engineered with a focus on chemical resistance, color stability, and long-term durability.

The Lucite Advantage: Cross-Linked Structure

The key differentiator of Lucite TS is its unique Cross-linked Structure.

• Superior Strength: Created by a special crosslinker, this structure ensures the sheet is robust enough to withstand the rigors of bathtub applications.
• Enhanced Performance: The cross-linked molecular makeup significantly increases chemical resistance and thermoformability compared to standard acrylics.
• Premium Raw Materials: Lucite uses 100% Virgin MMA (Methyl Methacrylate) with no recycled content, combined with special initiators and the highest quality pigments.

Manufacturing Excellence: Cell Cast vs. Continuous Cast

Lucite utilizes the Cell Cast process, which offers superior properties compared to Continuous Cast methods.
Why Cell Cast is Better for Bathrooms:

• Surface Quality: Molded against glass surfaces , Cell Cast acrylic offers an excellent high-gloss finish and superior surface resistance.
• Structural Integrity: It possesses a higher molecular weight, resulting in greater strength.
• Water Resistance: Cell Cast sheets have no water uptake, ensuring a longer shelf life and product integrity , whereas continuous cast sheets may suffer from significant water uptake in storage.
• Optimized Thermoformability: It allows for complex mold designs and maintains rigidity in unreinforced shapes.

Colors & Designs That Last
Lucite offers a wide range of aesthetics to suit any bathroom style, from classic whites to adventurous textures.

• Lucite TS (SDES): Ideal for complicated mold designs requiring lower heating temperatures.
• Lucite TS (Clear): Allows for painting effects on the backside of the bathtub.
• Lucite TS (Matt Surface): Provides a sophisticated look similar to solid surface sheets.

Will the color fade? Lucite formulations are designed for outdoor use, ensuring resistance to UV rays and reducing fading over time for up to 10 years.

Maintenance and Durability
A bathtub made with Lucite cast acrylic is an investment that lasts.

• Easy to Clean: Thanks to its smooth, non-porous surface, Lucite acrylic is stain-resistant and easy to maintain.
• Simple Care: Routine maintenance requires only a non-abrasive sponge and mild detergent. Simply rinse with water and dry with a soft cloth.
• Trusted by Professionals: Premium bath manufacturers partner with Lucite for their sanitary ware needs. Always check with your supplier for a Lucite certificate.

Technical Comparison: Cell Cast (Lucite) vs. Continuous Cast

Feature	Cell Cast (Lucite)	Continuous Cast
Molding Surface	Glass surface mould	Steel band surface
Inspection	Individual sheet inspection	Discontinuous inspection
Molecular Weight	High (More strength)	Lower molecular weight
Surface Gloss	High gloss surface	Lower gloss surface
Defect Tolerance	Tolerance to mould defects	Shows all mould defects
Water Uptake	No water uptake	Significant water uptake