Foamex Signs
- Description
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Need a quick and effective way to get your message across? Command attention with HelloPrint’s printed foamex boards - the ideal option for your promotions! Foamex (or Forex) signs are made from lightweight PVC foam and have a high quality smooth finish, making them perfect for advertising, ceiling signs, or wall coverings. This nifty material can be made with 3mm foamex if you want to use your sign indoors, or 5mm for short-term outdoor use.
Note: Please ensure to check the sizing limitations, as we have recently made some changes. Are you looking to print beautiful photographs on Forex to hang inside? Have a look at our Forex Photo Print.
- Lightweight
- Possible to order with holes in the corners
- Product specifications
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Material Foamed PVC (lightweight plastic) Size Custom size Print Full colour
Single-sided | Double-sidedPrint technique UV-print Thickness Multiple thickness choice Quantity Available from 1 piece - Design guidelines
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- Add 5 mm bleed.
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To allow leeway for cutting differences in production, always add a bleed of 5 mm around all edges of your design. Make sure colours, background pictures and layouts extend into the bleed area so as to avoid leaving white lines as a result of cutting tolerances. You can submit your file with crop marks and printer's marks.
- Keep 10 mm safety margin.
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Keep all important text and images at least 10 mm away from the edge of the finished size.
- Resolution of at least 150 dpi.
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Make sure the resolution of the images and graphics in your artwork are at least 150 dpi.
- Use CMYK as the colour mode.
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Prepare your files using CMYK as the colour mode, not RGB. Use colourmode FOGRA39 (ISO Coated v2). If you are unsure of the colour mode of your file, don't worry we can always convert this for you. Keep in mind this can cause the colours to differ from the original file.
- Save your files in uneditable, print-ready file formats.
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Save your files in uneditable, print-ready file formats (PDF (1.4 or higher), TIFF, EPS, JPG). Deliver your files in one layer: the background layer.
- Here you can find the customised submission specifications for contour cutting.
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If you want your product to be cut to a custom shape, you will have to add it as a vector shape on top of your design. Make sure the width of the stroke is 1 pt, the colour is a 100% magenta spot and named "cutcontour". You only need to add one contour line. If you want us to adjust it for you, please send the custom shape on a separate page in the desired position.
Please note that bleed is still needed for custom shaped designs, meaning your design must go at least 5 mm past the contour cut line.
- Convert fonts to outlines or embed all the fonts.
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Make sure you convert fonts to outlines or embed all the fonts when saving it to PDF.
- Fonts should be at least 20 pt (30 pt for white text).
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With a minimum font size of 20 pt (30 pt for white text) make sure your text is readable.
- Check your artwork for overprint.
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Make sure no elements in your artwork are set on overprint unless you want this effect in your design. You can read more about overprint in our Help Centre.
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- What is this product? And what can I use it for?
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Panels are one of our most-sold products and are a very popular promotional material. A panel is a sign for advertisement of your own store or project with your own design on it.
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This product can be used:
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• Hang in your office with team photos or motivational quotes
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• To introduce people to your business
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• Promote discounts or events
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• Provide information
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• Promote at fairs and events
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• To represent your company's identity or brand
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- What materials can I choose from?
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Made out of two synthetic plates with a hard foam core (Foamex). These signs are used a lot indoors for wall covering and displays.
3mm Foamex board: This thickness is flexible and lighter than 5mm, ideal for smaller sign sizes. Can be bent and curved slightly if needed when mounting.
5mm Foamex board: These are slightly thicker than their 3mm counterparts and is also only usable for indoor purposes. Greater rigidity than the 3mm thickness, but also heavier. The 5mm is more robust, what makes it ideal for larger sign sizes and for fixing to railings without supports.
10mm Foamex board (Short-term outdoor): These are slightly thicker than their 5mm counterparts and can be used outdoors for short periods of time.
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- What is the difference between foamex and foam boards?
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Our Foamex signs are stronger and more durable than foam boards. They are made from lightweight foamed PVC with a hard white top layer which is great for printing. They are most suitable for indoor use, but are water-repellent and can be used outdoors for a short time.
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- Which production techniques do we use?
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For the production of Foamex Signs, we use the following technique(s):
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UV-print: The product is printed with eco-friendly UV ink, which is immediately cured with a UV light. Curing ensures that the wet ink doesn't spread once printed, offering sharper quality prints.
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• Latex-print: The film is printed with eco-friendly latex inks. These inks are water based and doesn't contain harmful substances. The latex film is very secure and sturdy, and will be placed on top of the material.
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- Are Foamex Signs suitable for interior decoration?
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Yes, it is! We would also recommend our Photo on Forex for a beautiful wall decor that you can customise in our editor.
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- Are all types of material being printed directly on the panel?
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All materials are printed directly onto the panel. Except for trespa, where a latex based foil gets printed on the panel.
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- Is this panel fire resistant?
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This product is B1 certified, which means it is fire retardant.
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- What is the fastest possible turnaround?
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The fastest possible turnaround for Foamex Signs is:
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Next day
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Please note: Only applicable for products which require your design: To make sure that your order is delivered at the indicated time, it is important that we receive your file with your design for the product, on time (also called cut-off time). This way, the product can be moved into production on time. The deadline is always communicated at the final step when putting your product together and in the box on the right which details your entire order.
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The cut-off time for your printed item may vary. This depends on the combination you choose. This has to do with the manufacturing technique and / or the order quantities.
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Please note: The product delivery shifts a day every time the deadline for submission has passed. This is also the case if the file is rejected by us and corrected artwork isn't supplied before the next cut-off time.
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- I can't find the product I'm looking for. Can I request a quotation?
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The Foamex Signs chosen in most cases can be selected via our website.
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Depending on the complexity, this can take a bit longer.
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- Ordering process
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- Ordering with own design
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Choose and configure: Choose the product, select your preferences and your desired delivery time.
Add to cart: Add to cart, review your preferences and edit/duplicate if needed. We recommend opting for Premium Artwork Check.
Checkout: Choose the delivery and invoice address.
Payment & design: Choose your preferred payment method in this step. You can also choose to upload your artwork first and pay at a later stage.
Design check: Upload your design. We'll send a digital proof for your approval before the order gets sent to production.
Sit back and relax! - Using editor design
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Choose and configure: Find the best product for you, configure it and choose your delivery time.*
Design in the editor: Now you can upload and edit your artwork, if necessary, with the help of our editors. From here, you can add your product(s) to the cart.
Checkout: Choose the delivery and invoice address.
Payment: Choose your preferred payment method in this step.
Design check: We'll send a digital proof for your approval before the order gets sent to production.
Sit back and relax!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forex material?
What is the difference between Forex and Foamboard?
Forex boards are made of stronger material and last longer than Foam boards. Forex is lightweight, foamed PVC with a tough, white top layer that is perfect for printing. These advertising boards are perfect for indoor use, but can also be used outdoors for a short time as they are water-repellent.
What can I use Forex boards for?
This product is mostly used to / as:
• Exhibition and stand material
• Product displays
• Promote discounts or events
• Name signs
• To provide information
Which thicknesses can I choose from?
5mm Foamex board: These are slightly thicker than their 3mm counterparts and is also only usable for indoor purposes. Greater rigidity than the 3mm thickness, but also heavier. The 5mm is more robust, what makes it ideal for larger sign sizes and for fixing to railings without supports.
10mm Foamex board (Short-term outdoor): These are slightly thicker than their 5mm counterparts and can be used outdoors for short periods of time.
Where are the drilled holes in the Foamex Signs located?
What is the diameter of the holes in Foamex Signs?
Is this panel fire resistant?
How do I maintain my signage panels?
What is the fastest possible turnaround?
Please note: Only applicable for products which require your design: To make sure that your order is delivered at the indicated time, it is important that we receive your file with your design for the product, on time (also called cut-off time). This way, the product can be moved into production on time. The deadline is always communicated at the final step when putting your product together and in the box on the right which details your entire order.
The cut-off time for your printed item may vary. This depends on the combination you choose. This has to do with the manufacturing technique and / or the order quantities.
Please note: The product delivery shifts a day every time the deadline for submission has passed. This is also the case if the file is rejected by us and corrected artwork isn't supplied before the next cut-off time.
Which carriers are used for the delivery?
We also use DHL and our own courier service. However, these carriers are only used for certain products (depending on the size, the turnaround and the quantity).
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Size
The minimum and maximum size depends on the chosen options and materials. It is mentioned under the width and height. Do you want to print a different size? Request a quote here!
The minimum and maximum size depends on the chosen options and materials. It is mentioned under the width and height. Do you want to print a different size? Request a quote here!
15 cm - 1500 cm
15 cm - 1500 cm
Quantity
Type: Clean cutting
Printing Option
Estimated delivery date
Upload and approve your files before: Tuesday, 16 April 2024 12:30
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Size
What material can I choose for my Foamex Signs?
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Forex
Crafted from lightweight PVC foam without a rigid top layer
- Incredibly light yet remarkably strong
- Ideal for cost-effective promotions, events, or exhibitions
- Sensitive to cold, wind, or humid conditions
- Perfect for prolonged indoor use or temporary outdoors
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Easyprint
Crafted from PVC-free foamed material with a PP top layer
- Similar to Forex, yet offering unique benefits
- PVC-free, making it more affordable, durable and lighter
- Resistant to cold, wind, and humid conditions
- Perfect for both prolonged indoor and outdoor use
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Thickness
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Printing Option
What type of finishes do we offer?
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No holes
Your sign will be cut to the exact size you request. Without drill holes.
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2 holes in upper corners (5mm)
The holes in the upper corner will be positioned 15 mm from the edge and the diameter of the drilled holes is 5 mm. This finish is most preferable for hanging your sign from a ceiling.
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4 holes in the corners (5mm)
The holes in all the corners will be positioned 15 mm from the edge and the diameter of the drilled holes is 5 mm. This finish is most preferable to mount your sign on a wall.
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Delivery
Brilliant service all around at very…
“Brilliant service all around at very competitive prices. ”
Phil Blease