Perspex and acrylic are essentially the same thing. Perspex acrylic is a premium branded acrylic and is manufactured to the highest industry standards. Perspex acrylic has an enviable reputation as the very best acrylic available.Perspex is used in a vast variety of different ways - it's chemical properties, a wide range of colours and finishes, availability and cost, make it the material of choice in applications and industries ranging from home repairs and general DIY through to construction, furniture design, retail displays, signage and lighting.