Cast Acrylic
Embedment
Midton’s custom acrylic embedments permanently encase meaningful objects inside a casting that preserves their significance while commanding attention as a visually appealing keepsake.
Preserve What Matters with Bespoke Acrylic Encapsulation
Preservation is one of the main reasons our clients commission acrylic embedments. Acrylic encapsulation protects meaningful objects from moisture, dust and physical damage. The result is a decorative piece that captures a moment in time, made for permanent display.
As global leaders in cast acrylic since 1982, Midton has developed the experience and technical capability to produce high-quality, fully bespoke acrylic embedments. Whether it’s a corporate award, a marketing gift or a commemorative piece, our acrylic embedding process produces something that carries genuine significance.
What Makes Our Acrylic Embedments Different?
Here’s what makes our acrylic embedments stand out:
- Bespoke to every brief: Each acrylic embedment is made to order, designed around your desired size and intended end use.
- In-house production: We handle the full embedment process, from evaluation and casting to assembly and finishing, under one roof.
- Technical expertise: Objects react differently during acrylic embedment. Our team assesses every component for suitability before production begins. This includes fragile items, which require careful handling and positioning through the process.
- Range of applications: Our experience spans company awards, marketing gifts, memorabilia, home displays and other applications.
- Global delivery: We’re an acrylic embedment supplier with clients across the UK, Europe, the US and the Middle East.
- Premium clear acrylic casting: The transparency of the material ensures every detail of the embedded object remains fully visible in the finished cast piece.
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The Acrylic Embedment Process
The main steps in our embedment projects are:
- Collaboration with our design team to establish the right approach for you
- Assessment of the object to be encased
- Approval of the design
- Mould creation
- Careful positioning of the object within the mould before liquid acrylic is poured
- Multi-hour curing process inside our autoclaves
- Mould removal, product finishing and inspection
What Our Embedding & Casting Process Can Do
Our embedding and casting process can be adapted to produce a wide range of shapes, sizes and surface finishes. From clean geometric forms to more sculptural, layered designs, we work closely with each client to create the right solution.
Exploration and development are central to how we work. That’s why we welcome briefs that push the process in new directions. Over the years, we’ve continually enhanced the range of objects we can embed, refining our techniques and the quality of our pieces at every stage. Speak with our team to discuss your project.
What Can We Embed?
We embed a wide variety of materials and objects, including:
- Sports turf and natural surface materials
- Metals and mechanical components
- Botanicals and dried organic materials (subject to pre-treatment assessment)
- Branded memorabilia and product samples
- Fabric, leather and textile materials
Not every material is suitable for embedment; for example, certain plastics can warp or bubble. Objects that react adversely to the heat, pressure or chemicals involved in the casting process present compatibility issues; our team will flag these during assessment. Complexity also varies considerably depending on aspects of the object such as size, surface type and the desired outcome.
Where an object presents a technical risk, we recommend a test embedment before committing to a full order. All embedment work is carried out at the client’s own risk, and we’re transparent about this from the consultation phase.
Frequently Asked Questions About Acrylic Embedment
How long does the liquid acrylic take to cure?
Curing takes several hours inside our autoclaves. The exact time depends on the size and complexity of the piece. We factor this into every project timeline and keep you informed throughout.
Can I embed multiple objects in one casting?
Yes. Multiple objects can be positioned within a single mould before the acrylic is poured. We’ll advise on layout and spacing during the design stage to ensure the best result.
Can you add colour to the cast?
Yes. We can produce acrylic embedments in a wide range of colours. When part of the brief, pigmentation is introduced during the casting process. Colour can be applied as a solid tone, a gradient that transitions from one shade to another or a marbled effect that creates organic, one-of-a-kind patterning. The right approach depends on your brief and the look you want to achieve. Speak with our team to discuss the options available for your project.
What objects don’t embed in acrylic?
While many objects can be embedded in acrylic, there are some objects that may not be suitable for the process. Some examples include:
- Highly porous materials
- Objects that contain moisture
- Sharp or pointed objects
- Water-sensitive items
There’s never a 100% guarantee that an embedment will be successful. Where possible, we suggest a test embedment to avoid potential damage and failures.
The Right Objects Deserve Lasting Protection
Talk to our team about creating a bespoke acrylic embedment built around the item, memory or milestone it represents.
Acrylic Embedment Case Studies
Sustainable Awards Case Study – Scottish Influencer Awards
Explore how recycled acrylic was transformed into sculptural, sustainable awards for the Scottish Influencer Awards.
Custom Acrylic Architectural Plaques for the French Ministry of Culture
Midton manufactured custom cast acrylic architectural plaques for France’s “Architecture Contemporaine Remarquable” programme, recognising outstanding contemporary buildings across the country.
Red Bull BC One Ireland Cypher Trophy Manufacture
Midton manufactured the Red Bull BC One Ireland Cypher trophies to a tight deadline, delivering illuminated premium cast acrylic awards.
Custom Awards UK – RTS Awards Manufacturer for Over 30 Years
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