Printed Boards for Signs, Displays and Promotions

Printed Boards for Signage, Displays and Events

Printed boards are one of the most versatile ways to display information, branding and promotional messages. They can be used indoors or outdoors depending on the material selected, making them suitable for shops, offices, construction sites, schools, events, exhibitions, estate agents, hospitality venues, leisure centres and public-facing business spaces.

This category includes a wide range of board materials, from lightweight temporary Correx signs through to premium aluminium composite signage and eco-friendly paper-based display boards. Choosing the right board depends on where it will be used, how long it needs to last, how it will be fitted and how professional the finished display needs to look.

Which printed board material should I choose?

Correx boards

Correx is a lightweight fluted plastic board commonly used for temporary signage, event signs, estate agent boards, site notices, directional signs and short-term outdoor promotions. It is cost-effective, easy to handle and suitable for many temporary outdoor uses when fixed securely.

Choose Correx if you need a practical temporary sign board at a competitive price.

Foamex boards

Foamex is a smooth rigid PVC foam board used for indoor signage, retail displays, wall-mounted graphics, exhibition panels and short-term sheltered signage. It gives a cleaner, smoother finish than Correx and is a strong choice where presentation matters.

Choose Foamex if you need a smart indoor board for displays, wall signs or retail graphics.

Dibond aluminium composite signs

Dibond-style aluminium composite boards are strong, rigid and suitable for long-term outdoor signage. They are commonly used for business signs, shop signs, construction hoarding, directional signs, external wall signs and professional commercial signage.

Choose Dibond or aluminium composite if you need a premium, durable outdoor sign.

Acrylic signs

Printed acrylic boards provide a modern, premium finish for indoor signs, reception displays, office branding, wayfinding signs and decorative business signage. Acrylic is useful where a polished, high-quality appearance is important.

Choose acrylic if you want a clean, professional sign with a more premium finish.

Bubble board and honeycomb display board

Bubble board and honeycomb-style display boards are lightweight rigid display materials for indoor promotions, exhibitions, retail POS, events and temporary displays. They are easier to handle than heavier boards and work well for freestanding or short-term display graphics.

Choose bubble board or honeycomb board if you need a lightweight display board with good rigidity for indoor use.

Printed display board

Printed display board is a useful indoor option for presentations, exhibitions, retail displays, educational displays, temporary promotions and event signage. It is suitable where the sign does not need the same weather resistance as Correx or aluminium composite.

Choose display board for indoor promotional panels and short-term display graphics.

Eco-friendly display boards

Eco-friendly display boards are designed for customers who want to reduce plastic-based materials in indoor displays, events, exhibitions and promotional campaigns. They are useful for sustainable marketing, retail displays, eco-conscious brands and short-term campaigns where recyclability matters.

Choose eco-friendly boards if sustainability is an important part of your project brief.

Common uses for printed boards

Printed boards can be used for:

• Construction site signage
• Estate agent boards
• Retail displays
• Shop signs
• Event signage
• Exhibition graphics
• Directional signs
• Health and safety signs
• School and college signs
• Restaurant and hospitality displays
• Leisure venue signage
• Wall-mounted graphics
• Product display boards
• Point-of-sale displays
• Temporary promotional signs
• Business advertising boards
• Outdoor commercial signage
• Indoor information panels

Printed board finishing options

Depending on the board material and project, printed boards can be supplied in standard rectangular sizes or custom sizes. Some boards can also be cut to shape, drilled, rounded, laminated or finished for specific fixing methods.

If your board needs holes, shape cutting, a cut line, rounded corners, lamination or a particular fixing method, include this information when ordering or contact the team before placing your order.

Artwork for printed boards

For best results, supply artwork as a print-ready PDF at the correct finished size. We can also accept AI, EPS, JPG and PNG files.

Artwork should be high resolution and set up in CMYK colour where possible. Keep important logos, text, arrows, QR codes and contact details away from trim edges, drill holes, cut lines and fixing points. Our team will check your artwork before production and contact you if anything needs adjusting.

Quick board material guide

Choose Correx for temporary outdoor signs, event directions, site signs, estate agent boards and budget-friendly promotional boards.

Choose Foamex for smooth indoor signs, wall graphics, exhibition panels, retail displays and short-term sheltered signage.

Choose Dibond aluminium composite for long-term outdoor signs, shop signs, business signage, hoarding and premium external displays.

Choose Acrylic for modern indoor signs, reception signs, office branding and premium display panels.

Choose Bubble Board for lightweight indoor display boards, retail POS, exhibitions and easy-to-handle promotional panels.

Choose Display Board for lower-cost indoor presentation panels, event graphics and temporary promotional displays.

Choose Eco-Friendly Display Boards for sustainable indoor displays, exhibitions, retail campaigns and plastic-reduction projects.

Printed Boards FAQs

What are printed boards used for?

Printed boards are used for signs, displays, construction sites, events, retail promotions, exhibitions, estate agent boards, wayfinding, health and safety notices and business advertising.

Which printed board is best for outdoor signs?

For long-term outdoor signs, aluminium composite such as Dibond is usually the strongest option. For temporary outdoor signs, Correx is often a cost-effective choice.

What is the difference between Correx and Foamex?

Correx is a lightweight fluted plastic board often used for temporary outdoor signs. Foamex is a smooth rigid PVC board mainly used for indoor signs, displays and wall-mounted graphics.

What is Dibond used for?

Dibond-style aluminium composite board is used for long-term outdoor signage, shop signs, business signs, construction hoarding, directional signs and premium display boards.

Which board is best for indoor displays?

Foamex, display board, acrylic, bubble board and eco-friendly display boards can all work well indoors. The best option depends on the required finish, weight, budget and display duration.

Can printed boards be cut to shape?

Yes. Many printed board materials can be cut to shape. If you need a custom shape, supply artwork with a clear cut line and contact the team if you are unsure how to set it up.

Can printed boards be drilled?

Yes. Many boards can be drilled for wall fixing, posts, cable ties or hanging systems. State your drilling requirements before production.

Can you print custom board sizes?

Yes. Printed boards can usually be produced in custom sizes, depending on the material, print method and finishing requirements.

Are printed boards suitable for events?

Yes. Correx, Foamex, display board, bubble board and eco-friendly boards are all commonly used for event signage, directions, promotional graphics and exhibition displays.

Can Fantasy Prints check my artwork?

Yes. Upload your artwork with your order and the team will check the file before production.