With the exception of insulation and board applications, PVC is by far the most-used plastic in all application areas in building and construction.
If plastics products were made out of traditional building materials, their weight would probably be as much as ten times higher
Plastics also offer glass-like transparency, abrasion resistance, resistance to sunlight, waterproofing, resistance to low temperatures and resistance to acids, chemicals and washing and cleaning agents.
These are just a few of the outstanding properties that various plastics can offer in specific applications. Many plastics are reused where their specific properties can be profitably employed.