How to Prepare a Custom Acrylic Display Order
Ordering a custom acrylic display is much easier when your manufacturer has the right information from the beginning. Clear specifications help the factory understand your requirements, calculate the quotation more accurately, and reduce unnecessary revisions during sampling.
Whether you need a countertop display, cosmetic display, retail fixture, product holder, or branded acrylic stand, preparing the following seven items can make the ordering process much smoother.
1. Product Dimensions
Start by providing the dimensions of the products that the display will hold.
Useful information includes:
- Product length, width and height
- Product weight
- Number of products per display
- Required spacing between products
- How the product will be placed or removed
For example, a cosmetic bottle may need a specific holder size, while boxed products may require more clearance for customers to pick them up easily.
If possible, provide the actual product dimensions rather than estimating them.
For a custom acrylic display, even a few millimeters can affect the fit, stability and overall appearance.
2. Display Size or Reference Dimensions
If you already know the required display dimensions, send them to the manufacturer.
You can provide:
- Overall width
- Overall height
- Overall depth
- Shelf dimensions
- Base dimensions
- Hole or slot positions
If you do not know the ideal display size, don’t worry.
You can instead provide your product dimensions and explain where the display will be used. A manufacturer can then evaluate the structure and suggest a suitable configuration.
This is particularly useful when the display needs to fit into an existing retail counter, shelf or cabinet.
3. Drawings, Photos or Reference Designs
A professional CAD drawing is helpful, but it is not always necessary for the first quotation.
You can send:
- CAD drawings
- 3D files
- Hand sketches
- Product photos
- Reference displays
- Screenshots
- Existing samples
Even a simple sketch can help communicate your idea.
For example, you can mark where you want a logo, indicate the number of shelves, or show how products should be positioned.
The more clearly the manufacturer understands the intended structure, the easier it is to evaluate the project.
4. Quantity and Sampling Requirements
Always tell the manufacturer your expected order quantity.
For example:
- Prototype: 1–5 pieces
- Small production: 50–100 pieces
- Medium production: 500 pieces
- Large production: 1,000+ pieces
Quantity can affect the production method, packaging, labor and overall quotation.
You should also tell the manufacturer whether you need a physical sample before mass production.
For a custom acrylic display, sampling is especially useful when the design contains multiple components, printed graphics, special dimensions or complex assembly requirements.
A sample allows you to check the actual appearance and function before approving mass production.
5. Logo, Artwork and Branding Requirements
If the display will represent your brand, provide the logo and artwork as early as possible.
Useful files include:
- AI
- EPS
- SVG
- High-resolution PNG
Also specify where the logo should appear and whether you need:
- UV printing
- Silk-screen printing
- Laser engraving
- Printed graphics
- Colored acrylic
- Frosted or transparent effects
For example, a cosmetics brand may require a transparent acrylic display with a printed logo on the front panel.
Providing the artwork early allows the manufacturer to consider the branding method during the design and quotation stage.
6. Material, Color and Finish Preferences
If you have specific material requirements, include them in your inquiry.
For acrylic displays, this may include:
- Clear acrylic
- Colored acrylic
- Frosted acrylic
- Transparent tinted acrylic
- Glossy surfaces
- Polished edges
- Matte effects
You can also provide a Pantone reference or physical color sample if color matching is important.
If you are not sure which acrylic thickness or finish is suitable, explain the application instead.
For example:
“The display will hold six cosmetic bottles and will be placed on a retail counter.”
This gives the manufacturer useful information for evaluating the structure and recommending an appropriate specification.
7. Packaging and Shipping Requirements
The final step is often overlooked: tell your manufacturer where and how the displays need to be shipped.
Provide:
- Shipping destination
- Required delivery date
- Quantity per carton if known
- Individual packaging requirements
- Carton restrictions
- Warehouse requirements
- Amazon or third-party warehouse requirements, if applicable
Packaging is particularly important for acrylic displays because the surfaces need protection during transportation.
If the displays are being shipped internationally, the manufacturer may also need to consider carton dimensions, protective materials and loading efficiency.
Giving the shipping destination early can also help the manufacturer prepare a more complete quotation.
What If You Don’t Have a Complete Design?
You do not need to have a finished engineering drawing before contacting a manufacturer.
Many buyers only have:
- A product photo
- Product dimensions
- A rough sketch
- A reference image
- A general idea of how the display should look
That can be enough to start a discussion.
A manufacturer can evaluate the available information, identify missing specifications and discuss possible structures before moving to sampling.
This is one of the advantages of working directly with a custom display manufacturer rather than simply purchasing an existing stock product.
What Should You Send for a Custom Acrylic Display Quote?
A simple inquiry can include the following:
Product: Cosmetic bottle
Product size: 60 × 60 × 150 mm
Display quantity: 12 products per unit
Estimated order: 500 units
Display location: Retail countertop
Material: Clear acrylic
Logo: UV printed
Reference: Attached image
Destination: USA
Sample: Required before mass production
This type of information gives the manufacturer a much clearer starting point for evaluating your project.
How MORICH Handles Custom Acrylic Display Projects
MORICH works with buyers on custom acrylic display projects from initial requirements through production.
Depending on the design, the manufacturing process can include acrylic cutting, CNC routing, laser cutting, edge polishing, printing and assembly.
You can start with a drawing, reference image or product information rather than waiting until every detail is finalized.
For more information about MORICH’s production capabilities, see our Manufacturing Capabilities page.
You can also explore our Acrylic Commercial Displays to see examples of custom display applications.
Final Checklist Before Sending Your Inquiry
Before contacting a custom acrylic display manufacturer, check that you have:
- Product dimensions
- Product weight
- Required display dimensions
- Order quantity
- Reference drawings or photos
- Logo and artwork
- Material and color preferences
- Surface finish requirements
- Sampling requirements
- Packaging requirements
- Shipping destination
You don’t need to have every answer before starting the conversation. The most important thing is to provide enough information for the manufacturer to understand your product, application and expectations.
A clear initial inquiry can help reduce quotation revisions, speed up sample development and make the transition from design to mass production much smoother.
FAQ About Custom Acrylic Display Orders
What information do I need to request a custom acrylic display quote?
At minimum, provide your product dimensions, required quantity, reference design or photo, display application and shipping destination.
Do I need a CAD drawing to order a custom acrylic display?
No. A CAD drawing is helpful, but manufacturers can often start with product dimensions, photos, sketches or reference displays.
Should I request a sample before mass production?
For a new custom design, a physical sample can help you verify dimensions, appearance, branding and functionality before mass production.
Can MORICH help with the display design?
Yes. You can provide your product information, reference images or initial concept, and MORICH can evaluate the requirements and discuss a suitable custom acrylic display solution.