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Great service, had need to order a sheet of PTFE and team kept me informed as to when I could collect. Very helpful and friendly staff, product exactly as expected and the most competitively priced t... See more
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Polycarbonate sheets arrived well packed, unmarked and on time. I've been using theplasticshop aka Gilbert Curry for polymer rod and sheet since the 1980s when I used to pop into their Coventry premi... See more
I have placed many bulk orders of Persex from here, all pre-cut to size for my laser cutter. Always packaged very well, and if I have ever had a problem it has been sorted promptly. DX Delivery can be... See more
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Company details
- Plastic Wholesaler
- Acrylic Shop
- Manufacturer
- Plastic fabrication company
- Plastic Products Supplier
- Polythene and plastic sheeting supplier
About theplasticshop.co.uk
Written by the company
At theplasticshop.co.uk, our mission is to help you find the perfect plastic material tailored to your needs while providing top-quality, fairly priced products and ensuring timely delivery.
Our roots date back to 1982, where we began as a traditional industry-to-industry stockholder of plastic rod, sheet & tube, eventually evolving into the original UK online supplier of premium plastics.
As a family-owned business, we collaborate with a dedicated team to offer the finest branded plastics from Europe's leading manufacturers. We're committed to saving you time and money by guaranteeing the best products at the most competitive prices. We take pride in our accreditation to the professional quality standard BS EN ISO 9001.
Our extensive product range as a plastic stockholder and supplier includes:
- Nylon
- Acetal
- Nylatron®
- Ertalyte®
- PTFE
- Ketron Peek®
- Torlon®
- PVDF
- Perspex® sheet
- Coloured Perspex®
- Acrylic sheet
- Acrylic mirror sheet
- Acrylic rod
- Acrylic tube
- Correx sheet
- Lexan® polycarbonate
- Polycarbonate rod
- Polycarbonate sheet
- Polycarbonate tube
- Delrin®
- Polypropylene
- Polyethylene
- Rubber sheet
- Ertacetal®
- Foam sheet
- Industrial PVC strip curtains
- Tufnol® materials
All our products are sourced directly from the world's leading material manufacturers and are available for purchase online.
We offer cut pieces or full rod, tube, sheet, and plate with no minimum or maximum quantity restrictions. Most stock items are dispatched the next day for your convenience.
Contact info
16 Bayton Road, CV7 9EJ, Coventry, United Kingdom
- 02476588388
- feedback@theplasticshop.co.uk
- www.theplasticshop.co.uk
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Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review, Paul! Glad to hear we had what you needed and everything arrived on time. If there’s anything else you need, we’re here to help.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review, Lucy! Delighted to hear your items arrived safely, quickly, and exactly as described. Looking forward to helping you again in the future.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Excellent service
Been let down by another company 3 days before we were supposed to re open our pub. Ordered the acrylic mirrors and as promised delivered on time. Excellent firm to deal with.
25 January 2024
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review, Alyson! We're so pleased we could help you out, especially under such tight timelines before the reopening of your pub. We look forward to being of service to you again in the future.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Very efficient and easy to purchase from
25 January 2024
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review! Great to know you found the purchasing process efficient and easy. We're here to help whenever you need us again.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Easy to use ordering process
Easy to use ordering process on the website and customer service kept us updated every step of the way
24 January 2024
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review, Dawn! Pleased to hear the ordering process and our updates met your expectations. We look forward to the next opportunity to assist you.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Exactly as advertised and offered in…
Exactly as advertised and offered in the quantity I required which was important as a DIY buyer rather than a trades person. Very prompt - next day delivery.
I have used The Plastic Shop before for unrelated item and my experience was exactly the same.
23 January 2024
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review, Keith! We're thrilled to hear that our product range and quantities fit your DIY needs perfectly, and that our delivery met your expectations. It's wonderful to have you as a repeat customer, and we're pleased to provide consistent service each time. Looking forward to assisting with your next project.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Got everything I needed (PVDF plastic)…
Got everything I needed (PVDF plastic) and in the dimensions I required.
Communication was by email and I received a reply very quickly to each query I sent.
The prices were reasonable.
Happy customer from Imperial College London
16 January 2024
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review, Anna! We're delighted to hear that we could meet all your requirements for PVDF, from dimensions to prompt communication and pricing. It’s great to support Imperial College London, again. Looking forward to supporting your future projects.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for your review and for acknowledging our service and delivery. We're always striving to improve and hope to earn that fifth star from you in the future. If there’s anything more we can do to assist, we're here to help.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Great service as usual
19 January 2024
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review and your continued trust! We're thrilled to provide service that consistently meets your expectations. Looking forward to our next opportunity to support you.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Sheets of plastic arrived well…
Sheets of plastic arrived well packaged, estimated delivery date was met
18 January 2024
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review! We're pleased to know your plastic sheets arrived well packaged and on time. If you need any more materials or assistance, we're here to help.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Great service and response from the team
5 January 2024
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review, Mike - and for highlighting our service and team response. We’re here for you whenever you need us again.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the excellent review, William! Glad we could discuss your requirements and ensure everything was delivered quickly and met your expectations. We're here to help next time you may need us.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review, George! Really pleased to hear our team made a positive impact on your experience. It's great to be considered your go-to supplier. We're here to help next time you may need us.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review, Lynsey! Delighted to hear you had a positive experience with on-time delivery and good pricing. We're here to help next time you may need us.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Very prompt
Very prompt, efficient, well packaged , just a bit pricey,my plastic was slightly bent, other wise excellent service.
4 January 2024
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for your four-star review, David. We're pleased to hear you found our service prompt and efficient, and that the packaging met your expectations. We’re sorry to learn about the issue with your plastic being slightly bent - this certainly isn't the standard we aim for. Please let us know if the material was usable or if you need any further assistance. We always encourage customers to contact our sales office directly with any concerns or queries, as we're keen to resolve them promptly. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us maintain high standards. Looking forward to serving you again and striving for that fifth star!
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
High carriage charge for single items…
High carriage charge for single items but delivery on time, on the right side of nominal dimensions and well packed. It is also good to deal with real people by email.
14 December 2023
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for your review, Geoffrey. We understand your concerns about our flat-rate delivery charge of £16.63+VAT. To provide some context, the actual courier cost for your item was £18.28 + VAT, (which doesn't include packing materials used). We strive to keep carriage costs as fair as possible, often only charging a contribution towards the actual cost. Wherever feasible, we refund the difference if our charge exceeds the actual cost. We’re glad to hear your item arrived on time, met your dimensional requirements, and was well packed. It’s rewarding to know that our direct communication via email added value to your experience. We're committed to continuous improvement and looking forward to serving you again and aiming for that fifth star next time!
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Good helpful service
13 December 2023
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for your five-star review, Dehane! We're glad you found our service helpful. Looking forward to assisting you again.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
amazing service
13 December 2023
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review! We're thrilled you found our service amazing. Looking forward to serving you again in the future.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Great service & regular updates.
27 November 2023
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
Thank you for the five-star review, Gareth! Great to hear you were happy with our service and the regular updates. Looking forward to assisting you again.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
Plastic Fantastic
Very prompt, great price, really good packaging, great product from Germany, great communications
24 November 2023
Reply from theplasticshop.co.uk
"Thank you for your fantastic review, Paul! We're delighted to hear that you found our service prompt, our pricing competitive, and our packaging up to the mark. It's great to know the product and our communication met your expectations. Looking forward to your next visit.
Regards,
Andy Cole - Managing Director
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