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Stable mirrors are installed to help keep horses calm and to provide a feeling of companionship for these herd animals, who can become stressed if kept in isolation in a stable environment. During the winter months, it can be unavoidable to keep a horse in a stable so installing an acrylic mirror can help them feel as though they have company, which has a soothing effect on their health and mental state. Acrylic mirrors are lightweight, durable and provide the same reflective surface that glass mirrors offer without the hazard of risk of breakages and injuries.
What are stable mirrors?
Horses are herd animals and they crave companionship, so when a horse is kept isolated from others in a stable environment, it can affect their behaviour. Horse mirrors are installed to help maintain the horse’s health and mental wellbeing when they’re kept in isolation. There are several stress-related behaviours that horses can display when they’re lonely or bored, such as box walking where the horse constantly paces around the confined area and weaving, whereby the horse bobs its head and neck rhythmically in a restless manner.
Stable mirrors are an easy and cost-effective way to alleviate some of this behaviour and help to make the horse’s environment more soothing. When the horse sees its own reflection, it has a calming effect on them which can ease stress and boredom. It also gives the illusion of more space in the stable which can help to reduce the feelings of being trapped in a confined space.
Why is acrylic so beneficial for stable mirrors?
Acrylic is far more lightweight than glass mirrors so it’s easy to handle and has a softer surface than glass. While scratches may show up more easily than with glass, the mirror will remain highly reflective and the horse’s teeth won’t cause wear or chips to the surface. Light scratches can be easily polished out on acrylic, so it’s easy to maintain. Plastic mirrors are much safer than glass for animals, as they won’t shatter and are much more durable. Because acrylic is shatterproof, you can be safe in the knowledge that if the mirror does break, your horse won’t be in any great danger or prone to serious injury.
Another benefit of using acrylic mirrors over glass is that they provide the same clarity and reflective surface as glass, while being much more impact resistant. Where horses are prone to kicking or rearing, this is ideal. Acrylic mirrors have a higher refractive index than glass, so they allow more light to pass through which will open up the stable space and make it appear brighter. Horses can become distressed if they’re kept in stables with poor lighting, so adding an acrylic mirror can help to soothe and calm them.
All that’s needed is a bit of careful consideration of where to place the mirror – don’t take up an entire space with wall-to-wall mirrors as your horse will need to have the option to turn away from the mirror if it needs to, and don’t place it near the feeding station.
Delivery Charges
| Longest Side | Order Under £100* | Order Over £100* | Express 1-3 Working Days | Next Working Day** | Next Working Day by 1PM** | Saturday Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Below 297mm | £4.00 | Free | £9.95 | £12.00 | £15.00 | £18.00 |
| 297-1199mm | £6.95 | Free | £12.95 | £27.95 | £42.95 | £52.95 |
| 1200-1999mm*** | £9.95 | Free | £18.95 | £33.00 | £48.00 | £58.00 |
| Above 2000mm | £14.95 | Free | £23.95 | £38.00 | £53.00 | £63.00 |
*Delivery between 5-7 working days.
**Next working day deliveries are subject to stock availability and the order being placed before 2pm.
***Or 2 dimensions both over 750mm x 750mm.
We have no minimum order size, so you can place a small order without incurring an additional charge.
Your delivery address doesn’t need to be the same as your billing address. You can pick different addresses whilst checking out.
You are also more than welcome to come and pick your acrylic up from us. Our address is Unit 30, Mackley Industrial Estate, Henfield Road, Small Dole, BN5 9XR.
We will email you confirmation of your order, including your order details, your order number and the price that you have paid.
When your delivery is ready for dispatch, we will email you. This email will include the courier’s tracking number where possible. If you have ordered a smaller piece of acrylic, you will receive a notification from the courier detailing roughly when your order will be delivered on a specific day. If you have ordered a larger piece of acrylic, you may not receive any notifications from the courier, and unfortunately our courier also can’t specify a delivery time. If you are out, the courier will leave a card to allow you to arrange a new delivery time to suit you.
Due to factors beyond our control, we can’t guarantee that orders will be delivered when specified during our communications with you.
Your order should arrive packaged and in perfect condition, just as it left us. It will come with a layer of protective film over each surface (mirrored acrylic only has protective film on one side). If your order appears to have been damaged in transit, please refer to our Orders Damaged in Transit information.
We reserve the right to charge extra delivery costs if the dimensions/format of your order require us to use a specialist delivery company.
We can arrange for delivery on Saturdays/before midday, please contact us for more details. There will be a supplement for these services.
There is a supplement on deliveries to the Scottish Highlands, Grampians, Northern Ireland, Eire, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man and the Channel Islands. This supplement will be calculated when you add your delivery details to your order.
If you have any questions please contact us by calling 01903 389 024 or email info@cutmyplastic.co.uk.
FAQs
What tolerance do you cut to?
We cut to a tolerance of +/-3mm.
What is your delivery timescale?
3-7 working days.
Is mirrored acrylic like normal mirror?
Mirrored acrylic is a flexible material, and needs to be attached to a perfectly flat surface. We recommend attaching it to MDF or something similar, making sure the adhesive is spread in a thin even layer across the acrylic. we also recommend using the 5mm thick acrylic as it is more rigid.
Can you cut any shape?
Yes, in acrylic. We will shortly be able to also cut any shape in polycarbonate as well.
What's your standard radius corner?
20mm, but we can cut to your requirements.
How many holes do I need in my acrylic?
1 per corner should be sufficient for smaller pieces. You might want to consider an extra hole in the middle if your sheet is larger.
Can I cut acrylic?
Yes, you can. Just take it slow and easy.
Can I put acrylic behind a hob?
Not if it is gas or electric. You need a gap of 5cm between an induction hob and the acrylic.
Do you fit the acrylic?
No, we don't. We do provide some templates which should help you to take your measurements. The acrylic is easy to install by any competent DIYer.
What's the difference between acrylic and Perspex?
Perspex is a brand name. It is the same as acrylic.
What's the difference between acrylic and polycarbonate?
Take a look at our handy guide here.
