Pvc sheet for rack build

[AKA Reptiles]

I've been looking for a supplier in order to build a new rack for myself. Seeing that most builders charge around $300 for what I want, not including shipping, I wanted to see if I could do it in order to keep my cost down. I finally found one and they quoted me $140 per sheet that's 4' x 8'. I just wanted some info if that's a good price or not. I'm not sure if I'm allowed to post prices on here but I really don't want to get screwed over when I'm trying to keep my cost down and didn't know where else to turn.

[All Balled Up]

What thickness sheet is it that you are getting? Also is the sheet the expanded pvc and not solid pvc? I found a supplier in my area that I buy 10mm expanded sheet of 4'x8' for $77 a sheet and they cut to size and deliver for free. So it is just short of 1/2". I have made a few of these and they are great for my hatchling and hold back tubs.

[AKA Reptiles]

I'm looking at 1/2 inch expanded but every place I looked online says 250 a sheet.

[S.I.R.]

If anyone knows of a good and cheap supplier in Indiana for expanded PVC let me know. I guess I am looking at a lot of the same sites for PVC that want big bucks for a sheet. Currently I use metal hardware cloth but would like to change if possible.

[kitedemon]

Plastic sheets have a huge mark up the wholesale price is very different than the supplier if you try pricing from a manufacturer of displays it is sometimes a lot cheaper. The thickness makes a difference too the common thickness are less than the odd ones 1/2 seems rare in my area at least but 10 and 16 mm are common.

[AKA Reptiles]

Anybody know of anyplace around the LA area?

[aizkora]

I have been unable to find anyone supplying 4'x8' sheets of 1/2" expanded PVC in the DFW are who charges under 450.00 a sheet which from everything I can tell is ridiculous. I would love to find a local supplier even if it is 200.00 per sheet I would be happy.

[jason79]

I got mine for 120.00 a 4 x 8 sheet 1/2" expanded pvc at regal plastics in the Houston area a couple years ago

[RestlessRobie]

Well I did the searching for Expanded PVC around here and was quoted everything from $200 a sheet to $450 a sheet then I asked my wife and she told me to check the local sign shop. I did and found what they call Sintra (Expanded PVC) for bout $80 a 4x8 sheet of 1/2 inch so I would give that a try make sure to talk to the Owner/Manager and let him know what you are looking for

[AKA Reptiles]

Sorry it took so long to post this but I finally found a supplier in Baldwin park. The company name is hillcor. 3 sheets of 1/2" cost me $350 cut to my measurements with tax. Check my other posts for pctures and finished product if you like.