Foam Board Printing
A harmonious blend of plastic and paper. Durable custom signs with ultra-smooth surfaces ideal for vibrant printing.
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What Are Foam Board Signs?
Foam board signs are lightweight, versatile, and cost-effective signage solutions made from a foam core sandwiched between smooth paper surfaces. They are widely used for presentations, trade shows, retail displays, and indoor advertisements. Their crisp, high-resolution print quality makes them a popular choice for professional and personal use.
Features
- Lightweight & Portable - Designed for effortless transportation and mounting, foam board signs can be easily carried, installed, and repositioned without requiring heavy-duty tools or special expertise.
- High-Quality Printing - Our advanced printing technology ensures that images and text appear sharp, vibrant, and professional, making foam board signs an excellent choice for marketing, presentations, and decorative applications.
- Smooth Surface - The even, non-textured surface of foam board signs allows for crisp print reproduction, making them ideal for showcasing high-resolution images, detailed graphics, and vibrant colors without distortion.
- Customizable - Available in an array of sizes, thicknesses, and shapes, foam board signs can be tailored to suit various applications, including promotional displays, trade show signage, and personal projects.
- Affordable - Foam board signs offer a cost-effective solution for short-term displays, providing professional quality at a fraction of the price of other signage materials, making them ideal for budget-conscious businesses and individuals.
Benefits
- Professional Appearance - Designed to enhance any setting with a polished, sleek, and professional look, foam board signs provide a high-quality finish that makes them stand out in both business and personal applications.
- Versatile - Ideal for a wide range of uses, including trade shows, corporate offices, special events, and marketing campaigns, foam board signs can be tailored to suit any branding or promotional need.
- Easy Installation - Can be mounted effortlessly using adhesives, easel stands, or framing options, allowing for quick setup and removal without the need for specialized tools or technical expertise.
- Customizable Finishes - Available in various finish options, including gloss, matte, and laminated coatings, ensuring durability while enhancing the vibrancy and longevity of printed graphics and text.
Foam Board vs Foam Core: Are There Any Differences?
Foam board and foam core are often used interchangeably, and while there is a slight difference from a professional perspective, they are essentially the same. Foam board signs are made from foam core board, a material consisting of polystyrene foam with a paper or plastic coating. This composition makes foam board signs and foam core signs functionally identical, ensuring high-quality results for presentations, retail displays, and promotional signage.
Foam Poster Board Printing
At Loom Signs, our foam poster board printing services deliver high-quality, customizable prints perfect for business signage, presentations, and event displays. We use top-tier printing technology to ensure vibrant colors and sharp details, providing durable and visually appealing signage solutions. Plus, our fast turnaround guarantees that your order is processed and shipped quickly, so you get your signage when you need it.
Popular Foam Signage Sizes
- 18" x 24" - This size is perfect for posters, presentation displays, and directional signage. It is commonly used in educational and office settings for quick visual communication.
- 24" x 36" - One of the most popular choices for retail signs and indoor advertisements, offering a balanced size for both readability and portability.
- 36" x 48" - Often used for large-scale event signage, trade show displays, and promotional boards, providing excellent visibility from a distance.
- 48" x 96" - The best option for oversized promotional boards, corporate presentations, and backdrop displays, ensuring maximum impact in large spaces.
- Custom Sizes - Foam board signs can be tailored to specific dimensions, providing flexibility for unique projects, branding needs, or custom-shaped displays.
Foam Board Thickness Options
- 3/16" Thickness - The most common and cost-effective option, best for short-term indoor use such as temporary signage and presentations.
- 1/2" Thickness - A sturdier option that offers better durability and rigidity, ideal for mounting, exhibitions, and retail applications.
- 3/4" Thickness - The thickest option available, providing maximum strength and stability, commonly used for long-term displays and high-end installations.
Popular Foam Signage Shapes
- Rectangle - The most commonly used shape for foam board signs, ideal for posters, presentations, and business displays. Its straight edges and proportional dimensions provide a clean and professional appearance, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
- Circle - A visually appealing option that works well for decorative and branding purposes. Circular foam board signs are often used for logos, artistic prints, and unique promotional materials that stand out from traditional rectangular signs.
- Custom Cut - Designed to meet specific branding and design needs, custom-cut foam board signs allow for creative and unique shapes, including letters, intricate logos, and specialty designs. They are perfect for businesses looking to create eye-catching signage with a distinctive edge.
Foam Board Printing Options
- Single-Sided or Double-Sided Printing - Choose single-sided for wall displays and framed posters or double-sided for hanging signs and freestanding ads with visibility from both sides.
- Matte or Glossy Finish - Matte reduces glare for professional settings, while glossy enhances colors, making graphics bold and vibrant for promotions.
- Laminated or Non-Laminated - Laminated prints resist damage and moisture for long-term use, while non-laminated options are cost-effective for short-term displays.
Types of Foam Core Signs
Standard Foam Board Signs
Standard Foam Board Signs are a lightweight and cost-effective choice for indoor signage. Featuring a smooth surface for high-resolution foam board printing, they are ideal for trade shows, presentations, retail displays, and office décor. Their crisp printing ensures sharp text and vibrant colors, making them a popular choice for branding and promotional use.
Available in multiple sizes and thicknesses, these signs are easy to handle, mount, and transport. Common installation methods include command strips, double-sided tape, suction cups, or easel backs, allowing for versatile display options. To maintain their quality, store them in a dry place and clean them with a soft cloth. While designed primarily for indoor use, they provide exceptional clarity and durability for various professional and creative applications.
Available in multiple sizes and thicknesses, these signs are easy to handle, mount, and transport. Common installation methods include command strips, double-sided tape, suction cups, or easel backs, allowing for versatile display options. To maintain their quality, store them in a dry place and clean them with a soft cloth. While designed primarily for indoor use, they provide exceptional clarity and durability for various professional and creative applications.
Gatorboard Signs
Gatorboard is a high-strength alternative to standard foam board, featuring a dense foam core with a rigid outer surface. It is commonly used for gator board printing, custom displays, high-end presentations, and mounted prints that require durability. Its water-resistant coating makes it more resilient in humid environments, reducing the risk of warping compared to standard foam board. Gator board signs offer superior dent resistance and structural integrity, making them ideal for professional signage, trade shows, and office branding.
It is also widely used for photo printing on gatorboard, producing crisp and vibrant visuals. To maintain the gatorboard, it should be kept dry and cleaned with a soft, damp cloth to prevent scratches and ensure longevity. For gator board mounting, adhesive strips, frames, or easel backs can be used, depending on display requirements.
It is also widely used for photo printing on gatorboard, producing crisp and vibrant visuals. To maintain the gatorboard, it should be kept dry and cleaned with a soft, damp cloth to prevent scratches and ensure longevity. For gator board mounting, adhesive strips, frames, or easel backs can be used, depending on display requirements.
Ultra Board Signs
Ultra board signs are high-performance foam boards reinforced with a durable plastic surface, making them more resistant to warping and bending. They are widely used for ultra board printing, high-traffic areas, and professional signage where added strength is required. ultra board signs provide enhanced structural integrity while remaining lightweight and easy to handle. Their hard plastic coating ensures durability by protecting against dents and scratches, making them a preferred choice for retail displays, business presentations, and promotional exhibits.
For maintenance, clean ultra board material with a soft, damp cloth and store it in a dry place to prevent surface damage and prolong its lifespan.
For maintenance, clean ultra board material with a soft, damp cloth and store it in a dry place to prevent surface damage and prolong its lifespan.
Self-Adhesive Foam Boards
Self-adhesive foam boards feature a convenient peel-and-stick surface, making installation quick and easy without additional mounting tools. Available in various standard sizes, self-adhesive foam boards are ideal for temporary signage, presentations, and DIY projects. They are commonly used for self-adhesive foam board printing, ensuring vibrant and professional results.
Popular sizes such as self-adhesive foam board 24x36 or self-adhesive foam board 36x48 make them perfect for display boards, event signage, and promotional graphics. To maintain them, keep the adhesive backing free from dust and dirt before applying, and store them in a dry place to prevent warping or loss of adhesion.
Popular sizes such as self-adhesive foam board 24x36 or self-adhesive foam board 36x48 make them perfect for display boards, event signage, and promotional graphics. To maintain them, keep the adhesive backing free from dust and dirt before applying, and store them in a dry place to prevent warping or loss of adhesion.
Specifications of Foam Board Signs
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High-density foam core with smooth surfaces |
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3/16", 1/2", 1" |
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UV printing, matte or gloss finish |
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Directly mounted onto the surface with suction cup & hook, double-sided tape or command strips, or fixed with zip ties or easel backs |
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Straight cuts or custom shapes |
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25+ years indoors, not recommended for outdoor usage |
Use Cases For Custom Foam Signs
Picture & Photo Foam Prints
Foam board is excellent for photo foam prints, offering a lightweight and stylish way to display images with a professional finish. Its smooth surface ensures high-resolution foam board picture printing, making it ideal for framing or wall mounting. Whether used for large photo prints on foam board, corporate branding, or event displays, custom photo board signs provide a cost-effective and visually appealing presentation option.
Wall Decor Prints
Foam board wall decor is an excellent choice for home or office decoration, allowing you to showcase artistic designs, branding elements, or personal photos with a sleek and modern look. Their lightweight nature makes them easy to install, while their smooth surface ensures foam board wall art prints remain vibrant and high-quality, enhancing any space. Their lightweight nature makes them easy to install, while their smooth surface ensures vibrant, high-quality prints that enhance any space.
Wedding Foam Boards
Foam board wedding signs add a touch of elegance to wedding décor, serving as directional guides, welcome signs, and schedule displays. Their lightweight structure makes them easy to place throughout the venue, while their smooth surface ensures wedding foam board prints feature crisp, high-quality visuals. Whether used for seating charts, ceremony details, or personalized messages, they create a stylish and functional element for any wedding celebration.
Business & Retail Signs
Foam board signs are a powerful tool for in-store branding, allowing businesses to showcase custom foam logo designs, promotions, and event details with clarity and style. Lightweight yet sturdy design of foam core signs makes them perfect for point-of-purchase displays, product advertising, and retail signage, ensuring a professional appearance that enhances brand visibility and attracts customer attention.
Foam Presentation Boards
Foam presentation board signs are perfect for corporate meetings, school projects, and professional conferences. Their smooth surface allows for high-resolution foam board welcome signs, ensuring clear and impactful visuals. Lightweight yet durable, these personalized poster boards can be easily transported and mounted, making foam core printing a reliable choice for presentations and displays.
Graduation Foam Boards
Graduation foam boards are a great addition to graduation parties and ceremonies, offering a stylish way to showcase names, pictures, and achievements. Whether used as graduation foam board keepsakes, welcome signs, or photo booth props, they provide a lightweight yet durable solution for displaying congratulatory messages and class photos, creating a memorable and visually appealing celebration piece.
How to Install Foam Core Signage?
Installing foam board signs is quick and hassle-free, with multiple mounting options to suit different needs. Suction cups & hooks allow for easy, non-permanent attachment to smooth surfaces, making them great for glass or acrylic walls. Double-sided tape or command strips provide a seamless, damage-free solution for lightweight indoor applications, offering easy installation and repositioning. For a more secure hold, zip ties can be used to fasten signs to poles, fences, or other structures, making them ideal for event signage and temporary displays. Easel backs offer a freestanding display option, perfect for receptions, trade shows, and presentations. Whatever your preferred method, we have the right solution to ensure your foam board signs are securely displayed. For step-by-step guidance and expert installation tips, check out our blog.
How to Care for Printed Foam Boards?
1. Store in a dry place to prevent warping.
2. Clean gently with a dry or slightly damp cloth.
3. Avoid excessive handling to prevent dents and scratches.
2. Clean gently with a dry or slightly damp cloth.
3. Avoid excessive handling to prevent dents and scratches.
Shipping of Foam Board Signs
Shipping Methods
Standard, expedited, overnight, or local pickup.
Shipping Cost
Free shipping on qualified orders over $100.
Tracking Information
Track your orders in the US and Canada.
FAQs About Foam Core Signs
Can you print directly on foam board?
- Yes, we use advanced printing techniques for direct foam board printing.
Are foam board prints good?
- They offer high-quality visuals and are an excellent option for short-term displays.
Is foam board and Styrofoam the same thing?
- No, foam board has a smooth paper or plastic surface, while Styrofoam is more fragile and porous.
Is foam board printing good for outdoor use?
- Foam board is primarily for indoor use, but gatorboard and ultra board can withstand limited outdoor exposure.