Foamex, also known as foam board or PVC foam board, is a versatile, lightweight, and durable material ideal for indoor and outdoor signage, displays, and exhibitions. With a smooth surface and vibrant color printing capabilities, Foamex boards offer a professional finish that makes your designs stand out. Available in various thicknesses (3mm, 5mm, and 10mm), these boards are perfect for point-of-sale displays, promotional signs, wall panels, and more. Our high-resolution printing at 1440dpi ensures crisp, detailed graphics that make a lasting impression. Custom sizes, shapes, and drill holes can be tailored to your specific needs, providing flexibility for any project. Whether for business branding or personal use, Foamex boards deliver impressive results at an affordable price.

Foamex board aka foam board – the ultimate choice for a lightweight but durable sign, poster, or display piece.

• Simple to cut to size and into shapes

• Fire resistant (Class 1 fire rating)

• Durable and long-lasting

• Very light weight

Foamex board printing for everyday signage

What sets Foamex apart from other rigid materials? It is extremely lightweight, meaning it can be displayed almost everywhere. It is also weather resistant, prints up wonderfully, is fire resistant and can be cut to almost any size and shape.

You can choose the product configurator above to choose from a variety of thicknesses, shapes and finishes – find the best options to perfectly suit your foamex board printing. Foamex is very flat by nature, meaning printing produces a crisp, HD image which can have a gloss finish added for that extra ‘wow’ factor.

Combines quality and value

The durable nature of Foamex means it can be places in high-traffic areas without any fear of immediate or quick damage. Its longevity makes it an affordable, sensible choice for outdoor signage. As well as offering supreme quality, Colour Graphics can provide a fast turnaround on most Foamex projects.

Foamex Printing FAQs

What is Foamex Board?
Foamex, also known as foam board, foam core board, or PVC foam board, is made by compressing PVC, resulting in a lightweight, durable material with a smooth finish. It is commonly used for affordable indoor signage.

What is the maximum size for my Foamex board?
While your Foamex board can be as large as you need, individual boards are supplied at a maximum sheet size of 8 x 4 ft (2438mm x 1219mm). Orders exceeding these dimensions will be split into sections.

Please Note: Although we can produce at this maximum size we can only ship panels in a maximum size of 1800mm x 1100mm - if shipping option is selected then we will split the panels to suit these shipping restrictions. Otherwise please select the collect form store or dedicated vehicle shipping option.

What thickness options are available for Foamex boards?
We offer Foamex boards in 3mm, 5mm, and 10mm thicknesses.

What resolution do you print at for Foamex boards?
All our Foamex signs are printed at a high resolution of 1440dpi in full colour.

How do you drill holes into Foamex boards?
Drill holes are placed 20mm in from each corner using a 6mm drill bit. Please ensure critical artwork elements do not occupy these areas.

Can Foamex boards be cut to custom shapes?
Yes, we can cut Foamex boards to custom shapes. Please provide cut paths along with your artwork file for our cutter to follow. Your design must be compatible with Foamex, and we will offer guidance if there are any issues.

How do I place an order for a Foamex sign?
Simply select your options and upload your artwork online, or choose our design service on the product page and proceed through checkout.

What format should I use for my artwork?
PDF file format in CMYK colour spacing with 5mm bleed.

Can I upload multiple images for a single order?
Yes, if you're ordering multiple Foamex boards of the same size, you can upload as many images as needed for your order through our uploader after placing your order.

Do you offer color matching services?
Our printers produce images in CMYK format, so artwork provided in this format will be printed as specified. We also offer personalized color matching services. Please contact our sales office for more information and pricing.

Can you make changes to my artwork?
Yes, we can edit your artwork. Choose one of our design service packages, which includes either 1 or 2 hours of design time, based on your selection.

Can I collect my order from your location?
Yes, you can opt to collect your order or arrange for collection from our factory in Walsall WS8 by selecting this option during checkout.