Collection of custom acrylic trays — serving, vanity, and decorative designs

Acrylic Trays

Custom trays built to your specs. Not pulled from a catalog.

Wetop Acrylic manufactures custom acrylic trays — also called lucite trays, plexiglass trays, or perspex trays — for hospitality, retail, cosmetics, and home décor. Choose from rectangular, round, or custom shapes with metal handles, cut-out handles, or handleless designs. Add printed artwork, photo inserts, or branded etching to the bottom. MOQ 50 pieces, samples in 3–5 days.

ISO 9001 Certified · 2,000+ Custom Projects · Samples in 3–5 Days

Featured Tray Categories

Trays We've Built

A sample of recent tray projects from our Shenzhen factory.

Hotel Amenity Trays

Hotel Amenity Trays

400 units · Clear acrylic · Rectangular · Cut-out handles · Diamond polished · Laser-etched hotel logo

5-star hotel chain, 8 properties · Delivered in 18 days

Cosmetics Counter Vanity Trays

Cosmetics Counter Vanity Trays

600 units · Frosted acrylic · Round · No handles · Hot stamped gold logo

European skincare brand · Delivered in 16 days

Branded Serving Trays

Branded Serving Trays

200 units · Clear acrylic · Rectangular · Metal handles (brushed stainless) · UV-printed bottom artwork

US restaurant group · Delivered in 20 days

Art Print Insert Trays

Art Print Insert Trays

300 units · Clear acrylic · Bottom insert slot for interchangeable prints · Cut-out handles

Home décor brand, online retail · Delivered in 15 days

Corporate Gift Trays

Corporate Gift Trays

500 units · Colored acrylic (custom Pantone) · Rectangular · No handles · Silk-screen printed company logo

large multinational tech company · Delivered in 18 days

Spa Bathroom Trays

Spa Bathroom Trays

150 units · Mirrored acrylic bottom · Rectangular · Diamond polished edges · No handles

Luxury spa chain, 6 locations · Delivered in 14 days

Have a similar project? See how we built bespoke trays with integrated artwork for a hospitality brand, or explore our customization options if your spec doesn't fit a stock category.

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Why Acrylic for Trays?

Acrylic (PMMA) — often called lucite or plexiglass — is the most versatile material for custom trays. It offers glass-like clarity at half the weight, won't shatter when dropped, and can be laser-cut into any shape. Unlike wood or bamboo, acrylic can be made fully transparent to showcase bottom inserts, printed art, and branded designs underneath.

Acrylic (PMMA) Glass Wood Bamboo Metal
Clarity 92% light transmission 90% Opaque Opaque Opaque
Weight ~50% lighter than glass Heavy Medium Light Heavy
Shatter resistance Won't shatter on drop Fragile Durable Durable Durable
Custom shapes Laser-cut, CNC, thermoformed Limited CNC only Limited Stamped, welded
Bottom art/insert Fully transparent — art visible through surface Possible Not possible Not possible Not possible
Branding UV print, engrave, etch, hot stamp Limited Engrave, print Engrave Engrave, print
Water resistance Fully waterproof Waterproof Requires sealing Requires sealing Rust-prone (steel)
Cost (custom) Low–Medium High Medium Low–Medium Medium–High
Best for Hospitality, vanity, décor, branded Formal dining Rustic settings Casual / eco Industrial

Materials, Finishes & Specs

Every acrylic tray is built to your specifications. Choose from 3 handle styles, 4 decoration methods, 4 material types, and fully customizable dimensions, shapes, and bottom treatments.

Handle Styles

Acrylic tray with metal handles

Metal Handles

Stainless steel or brass handles attached with hardware. Premium feel, strong grip. Popular for serving trays and hospitality use.

Acrylic tray with cut-out handles

Cut-Out Handles

Handles carved directly into the acrylic for a seamless one-piece look. Clean, modern design. No hardware, no assembly — CNC-cut for precision.

Acrylic tray without handles

No Handles

Clean edges with no handles. Minimal, elegant look. Most popular for vanity trays, decorative trays, and countertop displays.

Decoration Methods

Silk-screen printed acrylic tray

Silk-Screen Printing

Cost-effective for single or multi-color logos and patterns. Ink is applied through a mesh screen for crisp, durable results.

UV printed custom acrylic tray with artwork and gold handles

UV Printing

Photo-quality, full-color graphics printed directly onto acrylic. Supports complex artwork, gradients, and photographic images on the tray bottom.

Laser etched acrylic tray

Laser Etching

Permanent, precise marking etched into the acrylic surface. Best for simple logos, text, and line art. Creates a frosted, tactile finish.

Hot stamped acrylic tray

Hot Stamping

Gold, silver, or custom foil pressed onto the surface. Adds a metallic, premium accent — popular for luxury branding and gift trays.

Acrylic material options for trays

Materials

MaterialProperties
Clear acrylic (PMMA)92% light transmission, shows bottom art/inserts
Colored acrylic50+ standard colors, custom Pantone matching
Frosted acrylicDiffused light, premium matte appearance
Mirrored acrylicReflective surface, popular for vanity trays
Surface finish options for acrylic trays

Edge & Surface Finishes

FinishResult
Diamond polishingCrystal-clear, optically transparent edges
Flame polishingSmooth, cost-effective edge finish
Silk-screen printingSingle or multi-color graphics and logos
UV full-color printingPhoto-quality, full-bleed graphics on bottom
Laser engraving / etchingPrecise, permanent marking — ideal for simple logos
Hot stampingGold, silver, or custom foil accents
Technical specifications for acrylic trays

Technical Specifications

SpecDetails
Thickness range3mm – 10mm
Max single-piece size1200mm × 800mm
ShapesRectangular, round, hexagonal, custom
Handle optionsMetal (stainless steel, brass), cut-out, no handles
Bottom treatmentsSolid, insert slot, UV printed, silk-screened, etched, hot stamped
AssemblySolvent bonding, mechanical fasteners (handles)
ShippingFlat-pack or individually wrapped
MOQ50 pieces
Sample lead time3–5 days
Production lead time15–20 days

Thickness guide: 3mm for lightweight vanity trays and insert panels — elegant but delicate. 5mm for standard serving and decorative trays — the most popular choice, balances weight and durability. 8–10mm for heavy-duty hospitality trays and premium countertop displays — feels substantial in hand, built for daily use.

Not sure what you need? Send us a reference photo or sketch — our team will recommend the best combination of materials, handles, and bottom finish.

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What Affects Tray Pricing?

Acrylic tray pricing depends on six factors: size, quantity, material, handle style, bottom treatment, and printing or decoration. We don't publish fixed prices because every tray is custom — but here's what drives the cost so you can plan your budget.

Size & Thickness

Larger trays and thicker acrylic use more material. A 10"×7" vanity tray costs less than a 20"×14" serving tray of the same thickness.

Order Quantity

Unit cost drops significantly as quantity increases. 500 units costs less per piece than 50.

Material Type

Clear acrylic is standard pricing. Colored, frosted, and mirrored cost more.

Handle Style

No handles is the most economical. Cut-out handles add machining time. Metal handles add hardware and assembly cost.

Bottom Treatment

Solid bottoms are simplest. Insert slots (for swappable photos or artwork) require precision routing and add machining cost.

Printing & Decoration

Silk-screen printing is most economical for simple logos. UV printing supports complex full-color artwork. Laser etching and hot stamping add precision finishing cost.

Most custom acrylic trays fall within a predictable range once you lock in these six variables. Send us your specs and we'll give you an exact number — no ballpark, no surprises.

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Why Businesses Choose Wetop for Trays

Businesses choose Wetop for tray manufacturing because of responsive communication, crystal-clear finishing quality, and low 50-piece minimums — backed by ISO 9001 certification and 18+ years of custom acrylic experience.

Wetop Acrylic factory — tray manufacturing

Custom-Built, Not Mass-Produced

No templates, no catalog limits. Send us a sketch, CAD file, or reference photo — our engineering team builds to your dimensions, shapes, handles, and branding. We operate 8 laser cutters, 4 CNC machines, and a dedicated diamond polishing line to handle any tray design.

Flawless Edges, Every Piece

Diamond-polished edges deliver optically clear finishes that make trays look like solid glass — without the weight or risk. Our polishing process eliminates micro-scratches invisible to the eye but visible under retail lighting. The result: trays that feel premium in hand and look premium on display.

From Prototype to Production in Days

Samples ship in 3–5 days. Bulk production runs 15–20 days. Our 5,000 m² Shenzhen facility scales from 50-unit test orders to 10,000-unit rollouts — same factory, same quality standards, same team.

We needed custom amenity trays for a hotel refit — clear acrylic, laser-etched logo, tight deadline. Samples came back in a few days, production well inside the window. Every tray matched the sample. We've reordered three times since.

— Purchasing Manager, International Hotel Group

Who Uses Acrylic Trays?

Acrylic trays are used across hospitality, cosmetics, food service, retail, and home décor industries. Wetop has built custom trays for hotel chains, cosmetics brands, restaurants, and corporate gifting programs worldwide.

Hospitality & Hotels acrylic trays

Hospitality & Hotels

Amenity trays for bathrooms, serving trays for lobbies and room service, branded trays for minibar displays. Durable enough for daily housekeeping.

Cosmetics & Beauty acrylic trays

Cosmetics & Beauty

Vanity trays for skincare counters, perfume displays, and makeup stations. Frosted and mirrored finishes add a premium look.

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Food & Bakery acrylic trays

Food & Bakery

Serving trays for cafes, bakeries, and catering. Clear acrylic lets food presentation speak for itself.

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Retail & Corporate acrylic trays

Retail & Corporate

Branded trays for in-store merchandising, product launches, and corporate gifting. Custom Pantone colors and logo printing available.

Home Décor acrylic trays

Home Décor

Coffee table trays, vanity organizers, and decorative accent trays. Bottom insert designs let buyers swap seasonal artwork.

Events & Weddings acrylic trays

Events & Weddings

Favor trays, display trays for place cards, and branded event trays with custom printing or hot stamping.

How to Order Custom Acrylic Trays

From your first message to delivered trays — 3 steps.

1

Send Your Design

Share a CAD file, sketch, photo, or reference image with dimensions, quantity, handle preference and bottom treatment. No design file? A photo and rough dimensions are enough to get started.

We respond within 24 hours
2

Approve a Sample

We build a production sample for your review. What you approve is what we produce — same materials, same finish, same quality. Sample cost is credited to your first bulk order.

Sample ready in 3–5 days
3

Receive Your Order

Every piece passes 100% inspection against your approved sample before shipping. FOB Shenzhen standard; CIF and DDP available for door-to-door delivery.

Production in 15–20 days

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of acrylic trays does Wetop manufacture?

We manufacture all types of acrylic trays including serving trays, vanity trays, and decorative trays. Shapes include rectangular, round, and custom. Handle options include metal handles, cut-out handles, or no handles. Every tray is custom-built to your specifications with a minimum order of 50 pieces.

Can you add custom artwork or photos to acrylic trays?

Yes. We offer two options: bottom insert trays with a slot that holds interchangeable printed artwork or photos, and printed-bottom trays where the design is permanently applied using UV printing or silk-screen printing. For simpler logos or patterns, laser etching and hot stamping are also available. For bottom-insert trays, we create a removable printed insert that slides into a slot — buyers can swap artwork seasonally or for different product lines. Send vector artwork (AI/EPS preferred) with exact insert dimensions and we'll confirm fit during sample stage.

What handle options are available for acrylic trays?

Three options: metal handles (stainless steel or brass, attached with hardware), cut-out handles (carved directly into the acrylic for a seamless one-piece look), and handleless designs (clean edges, popular for vanity and decorative use). Handle style is fully customizable to match your product's purpose.

What is the minimum order quantity for custom acrylic trays?

Our MOQ for acrylic trays is 50 pieces. This allows businesses of any size to order custom trays — from a boutique hotel testing amenity trays to a retail brand rolling out branded serving trays across locations.

How long does it take to produce custom acrylic trays?

Sample production takes 3–5 days. Once you approve the sample, bulk production runs 15–20 days depending on complexity and quantity. We ship FOB Shenzhen, with CIF and DDP options available.

How much do custom acrylic trays cost?

Pricing depends on five factors: size, quantity, material type, handle style, and bottom treatment. A simple rectangular tray without handles costs less than a round tray with metal handles and UV-printed bottom art. Send us your specs — we respond within 24 hours with a detailed quote.

What's the fastest timeline for a tray with custom bottom artwork?

Fastest route: approve vector artwork, rush sample in 3 days, approve the sample, then 15-day bulk production = 18 days total for a market deadline. We compress timelines for time-sensitive launches. If you need something in 10 days, contact us immediately with artwork and we'll confirm feasibility. Expedited timelines sometimes incur a rush fee — we'll quote it upfront.

Can I order bottom-insert trays where the artwork is interchangeable?

Yes. The tray features a slot on the bottom that holds a printed insert card. You approve the tray frame once; then you can swap artwork seasonally, for different product lines, or for different markets — without reordering trays. Insert cards are reprinted and shipped separately. Most clients order 500 trays and 5 different insert designs rotated through the year. Inserts are cheaper per-unit because they skip the tooling step.

Can you laser-etch my logo directly onto the acrylic instead of printing?

Yes. Laser etching creates a permanent frosted marking on the acrylic surface — no ink, no fading. It works best for simple logos (1–2 colors) and works on clear, colored, and frosted acrylic. Etching costs more than UV printing because it requires per-unit laser time. For intricate multi-color logos, UV printing is more economical. We'll recommend the best method during quoting.

Have a Tray Design? Let's Quote It.

Send us your design, sketch, or reference photo. We respond within 24 hours with a detailed quote — material options, handle choices, bottom treatment, and timeline included. No commitment required. Sample before you commit to production.