Please add a 3mm bleed on all sides.
Supply your file in full CMYK print.
For best printing results, supply a PDF file format – What is a PDF x1a:2001?
Embed all fonts, alternatively, you can outline them.
The resolution of images should be 150 dpi.
Safe Zone should be at least 5mm away from each edge, ideally 10mm for the best results.
If you choose to have drill holes, please keep all important elements at least 25mm away from the drilling area.
To avoid disappointment, we recommend a minimum font size of 18pt and a line weight of 2pt for this product. Please have a look at our Help Centre article for more details.
For help setting up your custom shape artwork, we have put together a guide - How to create a custom cut shape for a rigid board.
Choose our Foamex Boards for durable, reusable signage suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
Available with a 3mm, 5mm or 10mm thickness
Choose your custom size boards
Printed single and double sided
Available cut to a custom shape
Drill holes are now available as a preset option and no longer need to be included in the supplied artwork.
Place multiple designs in one order
Foamex Boards are ideal for retail stores, restaurants & cafes, event organisers, education & schools, building sites, trade shows and marketing agencies.
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Foamex Board - Lightweight, Water Resistant & UV Stable
Looking for an affordable and durable signage solution for your business or exhibition? Look no further than Foamex! Foamex is a lightweight and reusable PVC sheet that offers a smooth finish, making it an excellent choice for impactful signage. With Foamex, you can customise your signs to fit your specific needs. Choose from a range of sizes, including custom sizes, and select your preferred board thickness of 3mm, 5mm, or 10mm. Below is a handy way to decide which thickness might best suit your needs:
3mm - Indoor signage, posters, displays 5mm - Outdoor signage, larger panels 10mm - Structural signage, freestanding displays
Foamex boards are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, making them versatile for various applications. They are particularly recommended for exhibition signage, as they are easy to affix to stands and can withstand the demands of high-traffic environments. Plus, Foamex signs are water-resistant and UV stable, ensuring their longevity and vibrant appearance. Hanging your Foamex signs is a breeze with the option for pre-drilled holes. Simply order with drilling from the options above, and we'll take care of the rest. Need a unique shape or size? No problem! We offer custom sizes and shapes, from squares and circles to even custom designs like bottle shapes. Just provide us with a cutting guide, and we'll bring your vision to life.
Foamex is the go-to product to create these sorts of projects:
Retail & Advertising Point-of-sale displays, Window graphics, ...
Foamex Board - Lightweight, Water Resistant & UV Stable
Looking for an affordable and durable signage solution for your business or exhibition? Look no further than Foamex! Foamex is a lightweight and reusable PVC sheet that offers a smooth finish, making it an excellent choice for impactful signage. With Foamex, you can customise your signs to fit your specific needs. Choose from a range of sizes, including custom sizes, and select your preferred board thickness of 3mm, 5mm, or 10mm. Below is a handy way to decide which thickness might best suit your needs:
3mm - Indoor signage, posters, displays 5mm - Outdoor signage, larger panels 10mm - Structural signage, freestanding displays
Foamex boards are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, making them versatile for various applications. They are particularly recommended for exhibition signage, as they are easy to affix to stands and can withstand the demands of high-traffic environments. Plus, Foamex signs are water-resistant and UV stable, ensuring their longevity and vibrant appearance. Hanging your Foamex signs is a breeze with the option for pre-drilled holes. Simply order with drilling from the options above, and we'll take care of the rest. Need a unique shape or size? No problem! We offer custom sizes and shapes, from squares and circles to even custom designs like bottle shapes. Just provide us with a cutting guide, and we'll bring your vision to life.
Foamex is the go-to product to create these sorts of projects:
Retail & Advertising Point-of-sale displays, Window graphics, Menu boards, Hanging signs - add drill holes
Exhibitions & Events: Display panels to fit out exhibition areas, photo backdrops, and branded booths
Signage (Indoor & Outdoor): Shop signs, Estate Agent boards, Safety signs, Directional signage
Wall art: Decor & Design
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Education & Info Boards: School displays, signs and boards, Museum signage, Public noticeboards
Planning to print multiple designs? We've got you covered. Easily order multiple versions or sets of Foamex signs by specifying the number of different designs you require in the designated 'different designs' box.
Boost your marketing efforts with Foamex signs - the lightweight, water-resistant, and UV-stable signage solution that delivers durability and visual impact.
Please note: If you need a wipeable surface on your Foamex board, please select the gloss lamination option, as this finish is suitable for use with dry wipe markers.
If you need a custom cut, here is a very handy setp guide for setting up your design files: Cut To Shape Guidelines For Rigid Boards
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Foamex Printing FAQs
Foamex is a rigid PVC foam board. A solid PVC sheet that is lightweight yet sturdy, with a smooth surface. It’s suitable for both short term indoor and outdoor use and can be printed on either side.
Drill holes are 5mm wide and will be in the top two corners. If all sides of the part are 400mm or more, drill holes will be placed 30mm from the edges. If any side is less than 400mm, drill holes will be placed 15mm from the edges. Make sure to keep important design elements away from these drilling areas. The drill hole options are shown above and are typically placed in the corners - all 4 corners or the top 2 corners.
You may be exceeding the maximum size we can offer for upload & print - (3048 × 1524 mm (10 ft × 5 ft) If you need a bigger board, call the sales team who can place a custom order for you.
Foamex boards can be printed in standard A sizes (A4, A3, A2, A1, A0) and some square sizes. Standard full sheets stocked are up to 3048 × 1524 mm (10 ft × 5 ft), so you can also create custom-sized boards.
Yes. Foamex is water-resistant, making it work for temporary outdoor signage as well as indoor displays
Foamex is a sturdy, rigid material. With UV-cured inks and optional lamination finishes, printed boards resist fading and remain vibrant, with a typical indoor lifespan of around 3 years (add lamination to extend their life)
Yes. If you’re supplying artwork for print, typical guidelines include:
Provide artwork in CMYK colour format (not RGB)
Use a layout scaled 1:1 with 3 mm bleed on all sides.
Ensure sufficient resolution and avoid placing important design elements (e.g. text, QR codes) too close to drill-hole or cut areas.
We offer 3 thicknesses: 3 mm, 5 mm, and 10 mm
The thickness is what offers rigidity, so the thicker you go, the sturdier the board and the less flex you get.
Our largest board available for upload & print is 3048 × 1524 mm (10 ft × 5 ft) If you need a bigger board, call the sales team who can place a custom order for you.
To order multiple boards at a time, simply choose the “different designs” option. If you selected “2 Designs” and “Quantity 250” you would receive 250 of Design 1 and 250 of Design 2. The product specification and quantity per design will be the same, but will always be the quantity selected multiplied by the number of different designs
Yes, you can order boards cut to a custom shape, and boards with pre-drilled holes for easy installation. Our boards go up to 3048 × 1524 mm (10 ft × 5 ft)
Yes, Foamex printing can be done on one or both sides (‘single or double-sided’) depending on your needs.
Printed Foamex boards are commonly used for:
Retail signage, shop displays, point-of-sale boards
Event signage, exhibitions, trade shows
Temporary outdoor signs:
Directional or information signage (e.g. in schools, offices, public spaces)
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