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Printed Signs & Boards Event Sign Boards
Event Sign Boards are used for welcome signs, event information and directions. Choose sizes A3, A2, 500 × 700 mm and A1, 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex and the price updates live, opening on the cheapest option.
UK mainland delivery £7.95, free on orders over £99. Remote areas are quoted.
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- Final price, no VAT added
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Overview
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Event Sign Boards are used for welcome signs, event information and directions. Choose sizes A3, A2, 500 × 700 mm and A1, 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex and the price updates live, opening on the cheapest option. Standard production is 3 working days, express 2 and saver 5 after your order and artwork are confirmed. UK mainland delivery £7.95, free over £99; no VAT added.
Our event sign boards suit welcome signs, event information and directions. Typical customers include venues, hotels and event planners.
Event Sign Boards: sizes and materials
Options: material (5mm Foamex, 3mm Foamex); size (A3, A2, 500 × 700 mm, A1); sides printed (Single Sided, Double Sided); lamination (Gloss (One Side), None, Matt (One Side)); drilling (All corners, No, Top corners); profile cut (No, Yes). Quantities from 1 to 1000 are priced live, and faster or slower turnaround is available where shown.
Tip: A1 is readable across a foyer; A2 suits a table top.
Artwork: upload a print-ready file, or choose artwork help in the options and our team will set it up. We check every file will print well before printing.
Standard production is 3 working days, express 2 and saver 5 after your order and artwork are confirmed.
Artwork, file check and delivery
Every order for event sign boards gets a free file check by a person before anything is made. Once your order and artwork are confirmed, our UK production partner makes your item to order and it is delivered straight to you. UK mainland delivery is £7.95 per order, free on orders of £99 and over; see delivery for timings and areas. We are not VAT registered, so no VAT is added to the price shown.
More like this: welcome boards, or the full printed signs range. Not sure which to choose? Read our guide to Foamex vs Dibond vs Correx.
Event Sign Boards: ordering and delivery
Ordering event sign boards online is simple: choose the options above, see the price straight away, then upload your own artwork or pick an artwork option. Every uploaded file for your event sign boards order gets a free check before anything is made. UK mainland delivery is £7.95 per order, free on orders of £99 and over; see delivery for timings and areas.
More like this: Event & Welcome Boards, or all printed signs & boards. Not sure which to choose? Read our guide to Foamex, Dibond or Correx.
Prices by size
Popular sizes, smallest first. Need another size? Choose Custom size in the price calculator.
| Size | From |
|---|---|
| A3 · 297 × 420 mm | |
| A2 · 420 × 594 mm | |
| 500 × 700 mm | |
| A1 · 594 × 841 mm |
Final prices per item with the lowest-priced options. UK delivery £7.95, free on orders over £99. Choose a price to load it into the price calculator.
Specifications
Materials, sizes and finishing for this product.
| Sizes | A3, A2, 500 × 700 mm, A1 |
|---|---|
| Material | 5mm Foamex, 3mm Foamex |
| Sides Printed | Single Sided, Double Sided |
| Lamination | Gloss (One Side), None, Matt (One Side) |
| Drilling | All corners, No, Top corners |
| Profile Cut | No, Yes |
| Quantity | 1 to 1000 |
| Production | Standard 3 days, express 2, saver 5 |
| Full colour | |
| Made by | Made to order for InstantBanners, Manchester, by our UK production partner |
| SKU | IB-BRD-018 |
| Price | Final price shown in the configurator. No VAT is added. |
| Delivery | UK mainland £7.95 per order, free on orders of £99 and over. Scottish Highlands +£10; islands and NI quoted. |
| Artwork check | Free file check on uploaded artwork (resolution, size and bleed). Designs made online are approved by you before you order. |
Made to order for InstantBanners, Manchester
InstantBanners is a sign and print shop in Manchester. We check your file will print well. This product is then made to order by our UK production partner and delivered straight to you.
- 01Your artworkDesign it online and approve what you see, or upload your own file.
- 02File checkA person checks uploaded files for size, bleed and resolution.
- 03Made to orderMade to order by our UK production partner and delivered straight to you.
Frequently asked questions
About event sign boards.
Is an easel included?
No. This is the printed board only; use your venue’s easel or stand.
What sizes do Event Sign Boards come in?
A3, A2, 500 × 700 mm and A1.
What are Event Sign Boards made from?
5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex, printed full colour.
What options can I choose?
Material: 5mm Foamex, 3mm Foamex. Size: A3, A2, 500 × 700 mm, A1. Sides Printed: Single Sided, Double Sided. Lamination: Gloss (One Side), None, Matt (One Side). Drilling: All corners, No, Top corners. Profile Cut: No, Yes.
How long does it take?
Standard production is 3 working days, express 2 and saver 5 after your order and artwork are confirmed. Delivery follows dispatch. UK mainland delivery is £7.95 per order, free on orders of £99 and over.
Is VAT added at checkout?
No. We are not VAT registered, so no VAT is added to the price shown.
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Questions
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Which board material is right for these signs?
Event Sign Boards are printed on 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex. Foamex (foamed PVC) is light and smooth: great indoors and in sheltered spots; thicker Foamex is stiffer over bigger sizes. Our Foamex vs Dibond vs Correx guide compares them side by side.
Can Event Sign Boards go outside?
Foamex is best indoors or in sheltered outdoor spots; in full sun and weather it can bow over time. A laminate adds scuff resistance to the printed face. Every print fades slowly in strong sun, so face long-term signs away from full sun where you can. Event Sign Boards are printed on 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex.
What artwork options are there for Event Sign Boards?
The Artwork choice on this page offers: "I will upload print-ready artwork" (free), "Add my text and logo to a clean layout (typesetting)" (£15), "Design it for me from my brief" (£35), "Redraw or vectorise my logo from a low-res file" (£50) and "Design a new logo for me" (£100). Design fees are fixed, show as their own line in the basket and cover the whole quantity of that item. Typesetting includes 1 proof and 2 rounds of changes; design from your brief includes 1 design and 2 rounds of changes. You can also design it yourself in the online designer at no charge.
How does the online designer work?
Yes. Open the designer from this page, pick a starting layout, add your logo, text and photos, and move things around on the canvas. Checks run as you work: sample text left in, text that is too small, items outside the safe area and low resolution images are flagged before you can approve. You approve exactly what you see, then add it to the basket. Designing and previewing is free; the on-screen preview carries a small watermark that is never printed. For Event Sign Boards, set your file up at the size you order, for example A3 (297 × 420 mm).
What is the cheapest price for Event Sign Boards?
The lowest price is £29.52, which is what the calculator opens on: material 3mm Foamex, size A3 · 297 × 420 mm and Sides Printed Single Sided. Every other combination is priced as you choose it, including faster turnaround, and that price is final because we do not add VAT. UK mainland delivery is £7.95 per order and free when your goods total is £99 or more after any discount code (artwork and design fees do not count towards it).
How quickly can I get Event Sign Boards?
Saver is ready to dispatch in 5 working days, Standard in 3 and Express in 2, counted in working days (Monday to Friday, not bank holidays) from when your order and artwork are confirmed. The exact figure for your chosen size and options shows beside each turnaround in the calculator. Courier delivery usually takes 1 to 3 working days after dispatch, and we email the tracking details when the parcel leaves us. On the opening option, Event Sign Boards are ready to dispatch in 5 working days on Saver or 2 on Express.
How much is delivery for Event Sign Boards?
UK mainland delivery is £7.95 per order and free when your goods total is £99 or more after any discount code (artwork and design fees do not count towards it), so one sign at £29.52 on its own pays £7.95, and the charge disappears once your basket reaches £99. Mainland Scottish Highlands postcodes add £10 once per order. Northern Ireland, the Scottish islands, the Isle of Man, the Channel Islands, the Isles of Scilly and the Isle of Wight are quoted before you order.
What material options are there for Event Sign Boards?
You can choose 5mm Foamex or 3mm Foamex. This is the material the item is printed on. Each choice changes the price live in the calculator, so you can compare before you add to basket. Each option is priced live, so you can compare before you add to basket.
Can Event Sign Boards be printed on both sides?
Yes. Choose single Sided or double Sided in the options. Double sided suits boards seen from both directions, such as a sign on a fence by a road, or a board on a stake. Supply two pages in your file (front and back), and say if the back should be the same design. Event Sign Boards are printed on 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex.
Which lamination should I choose for these signs?
You can choose gloss (One Side), none or matt (One Side). Lamination is a thin clear film over the print. Gloss makes colours look richer, matt cuts glare and suits photos and writing, and soft touch gives a velvety feel. It also helps the surface resist scuffs. Each choice changes the price live in the calculator, so you can compare before you add to basket. Event Sign Boards are printed on 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex.
Which Foamex thickness should I choose?
The options are 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex. 3mm is light and fine for small indoor signs and posters on walls. 5mm is stiffer and better for bigger boards, signs on posts and anything handled. If you are unsure which option suits your job, ask a question on this page or call 0161 315 1151.
Which profile cut should I choose for these signs?
You can choose no or yes. Profile cut means the board is cut to the outline of your design instead of a plain rectangle. Supply the cut line with your artwork, or ask us to set it up. Each choice changes the price live in the calculator, so you can compare before you add to basket. Event Sign Boards are printed on 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex.
What does the sides printed option mean on Event Sign Boards?
You can choose single Sided or double Sided. Single sided is printed on one face. Double sided prints both faces, for items seen from both directions, such as a flag or a board facing two ways. Each choice changes the price live in the calculator, so you can compare before you add to basket. Event Sign Boards are printed on 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex.
What drilling options are there for Event Sign Boards?
You can choose all corners, no or top corners. Drilling puts fixing holes in the corners so you can screw or cable tie the board straight up, instead of drilling it yourself. Each choice changes the price live in the calculator, so you can compare before you add to basket. Event Sign Boards are printed on 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex.
Do you check my file before printing?
Yes. A person from our team checks every uploaded file for size, bleed and resolution, and tells you if something needs fixing before anything is made. If you design online instead, you approve exactly what you see on screen, and that is what we print. We print what you supply, so check spelling, phone numbers and dates yourself too. Production starts once your order and artwork are confirmed. Event Sign Boards can also be designed in our online designer, where you approve exactly what you see.
Can my designer send the file straight to you?
Yes. You can upload your file on the product page, or place the order and upload later: we email you after you order. Your designer can send the file to us by email or WhatsApp with your order number, so it does not have to come through you. The turnaround clock starts once your order and artwork are confirmed, so send the file early if you have a deadline. Event Sign Boards can also be designed in our online designer, where you approve exactly what you see.
Which file types do you accept for Event Sign Boards?
A PDF at the finished size is best, with fonts embedded or converted to outlines. We also take AI, EPS and SVG, and high resolution JPG, PNG or TIFF files. Word, PowerPoint and Canva files are fine as a starting point, but export a full-quality PDF if you can. You can upload up to 3 files of 25 MB each on the product page, or upload later: we email you after you order. Event Sign Boards come in 4 listed sizes, from A3 (297 × 420 mm) to A1 (594 × 841 mm).
What happens if my file is not good enough to print?
Our file check catches the usual problems: the wrong size, no bleed, low resolution images and text too close to the edge. We tell you what needs fixing before anything is printed, and you can send a new file. If you would rather we sort it, the typesetting option (£15, 1 proof and 2 rounds of changes) sets your text and logo on a clean layout. Event Sign Boards can also be designed in our online designer, where you approve exactly what you see.
What resolution does my artwork need for these signs?
For items read close up, aim for 300 dpi at the finished size. At 300 dpi an A1 (594 × 841 mm) design needs about 7,016 × 9,933 pixels. Logos and text are best as vector artwork, which stays sharp at any size. Photos taken from websites or social media are usually far too small; our file check flags images that may print soft.
Do I get the print file of my design?
Yes. When you order printing with a design made in our online designer, the high resolution PDF is attached to your order, and once the order is paid you can download it from My Account and your confirmation email. If you only want the file and no printing, approve the design and buy the print-ready PDF for £9.99. It is digital content, so the right to cancel ends once the download starts. For Event Sign Boards, set your file up at the size you order, for example A3 (297 × 420 mm).
What quantities can I order?
The quantity is part of the options: from 1 up to 1000 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 and more). The price shown is the total for the quantity you pick, so divide by the quantity to compare the price each before you order. For a bigger run than the options list, ask for a quote with the size, quantity and deadline. Event Sign Boards start at £29.52 before delivery.
Will the price change at checkout?
Only delivery is added. The goods price you see in the calculator is final, with no VAT added. UK mainland delivery is £7.95 per order and free when your goods total is £99 or more after any discount code (artwork and design fees do not count towards it). Any artwork or design fee you choose shows as its own line in the basket, so you can see exactly what you are paying for. Event Sign Boards start at £29.52 before delivery.
I have a deadline. Is there a faster option for these signs?
Yes. Express makes these signs ready to dispatch in 2 working days on the opening option, priced at £39.36 against £29.52 on Saver (5 days). To plan back from a date, add 1 to 3 working days for the courier after dispatch and allow for artwork: production starts once your order and artwork are confirmed. If the date is very tight, call 0161 315 1151 before you order.
Can you deliver to Northern Ireland, the Highlands or the islands?
Yes, with a difference in price. Mainland Scottish Highlands postcodes, for example around Inverness, Fort William, Oban and Thurso, pay the mainland rate plus £10 once per order, even when the order qualifies for free delivery. Northern Ireland, the Scottish islands, the Isle of Man, the Channel Islands, the Isles of Scilly and the Isle of Wight are quoted before you order: use Get a quote or call 0161 315 1151. We do not deliver outside the UK. Event Sign Boards start at £29.52 before delivery.
Event Sign Boards or Party Sign Boards: which should I choose?
Event Sign Boards have 4 listed sizes from A3 (297 × 420 mm); Party Sign Boards has 3 from A3 (297 × 420 mm). Prices start at £29.52 and £29.52 respectively. Pick the one whose size and material fit where it will go; both pages show live prices for every option.
Event Sign Boards or Presentation Boards: which should I choose?
Event Sign Boards have 4 listed sizes from A3 (297 × 420 mm); Presentation Boards has 3 from A2 (420 × 594 mm). Prices start at £29.52 and £40.15 respectively. Standard turnaround is 3 working days against 6. Pick the one whose size and material fit where it will go; both pages show live prices for every option.
What is the difference between Event Sign Boards and Memorial Display Boards?
Event Sign Boards have 4 listed sizes from A3 (297 × 420 mm); Memorial Display Boards has 3 from A3 (297 × 420 mm). Prices start at £29.52 and £29.52 respectively. Pick the one whose size and material fit where it will go; both pages show live prices for every option.
Are these signs suitable for a building site?
Yes, for signs on hoardings and cabins. Fix it firmly: cable ties through every eyelet or hole, and check it after windy weather. Our construction site signage guide lists what a typical site entrance needs. Event Sign Boards are printed on 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex.
Would these signs work at an event or fair?
Yes, tied to railings, fencing or a gazebo, or fixed to an easel or stand. Outdoors, check the ties or base again if the wind gets up. Order early enough to allow for turnaround and delivery before the date. Event Sign Boards are printed on 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex.
Can I use these signs on a shop front?
Yes. A printed board screwed to the wall or fascia makes a tidy shop sign. For example, A2 (420 × 594 mm) from £40.15. Check with your landlord, and with the council if the sign is large or lit, because shop signs can need advertisement consent.
What other signs go with the Event Sign Boards?
Signs that are often needed alongside it include Presentation Boards, Party Sign Boards, Memorial Display Boards and Wedding Welcome Sign Boards. Each has its own page with sizes, materials and live prices, and ordering them in the same material keeps a set looking consistent. Add them to one basket: delivery is charged once, and it is free once the goods total reaches £99. Event Sign Boards are printed on 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex.
Can these signs stand on an easel?
Yes. A rigid board sits well on a standard display easel. The thicker Foamex options are stiffer and stay straight on an easel. Easels are not included, so use your own or the venue's. Event Sign Boards are printed on 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex.
Will these signs be easy to read for people with poor sight?
Strong contrast, a plain bold typeface and a size to suit the viewing distance make the biggest difference. Our standard safety sign designs use the high-contrast colour pairs set by the safety sign scheme. Place signs at eye level, well lit and without glare, and keep the wording short. Event Sign Boards can also be designed in our online designer, where you approve exactly what you see.
Can I reorder the same sign later?
Yes. Order the same product and options again and upload the same file. If you designed it online, the print PDF from your first paid order is in My Account and your confirmation email, ready to upload again. If anything like a phone number or price has changed, update the artwork before you reorder. Event Sign Boards start at £29.52 before delivery.
Where are Event Sign Boards made?
Event Sign Boards are made to order by our UK production partner. Either way, InstantBanners takes the order, checks your file and deals with you from start to finish, and the item is delivered to you by courier. You can reach our Manchester team on 0161 315 1151 or WhatsApp if you have a question before or after you order.
What payment methods can I use for Event Sign Boards?
By debit or credit card at checkout. Payments are processed securely by Stripe, and we never see or store your full card number. Your order goes into production once payment is taken and your order and artwork are confirmed. For a large or unusual order you can ask for a quote first. Event Sign Boards start at £29.52 before delivery.
Can I return these signs if I change my mind?
No. These signs are printed to your order, and the 14-day right to cancel does not apply to goods made to your specification (Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, regulation 28(1)(b)). You can cancel for a full refund before production starts. If an item is faulty, damaged or not what you ordered, your Consumer Rights Act 2015 rights apply and we reprint or refund. Event Sign Boards are made to order by our UK production partner.
What if I spot a mistake after I order?
Contact us straight away on 0161 315 1151 or WhatsApp with your order number. If production has not started we can take a corrected file, or cancel the order and refund you in full. Once production starts the order cannot be changed. Printing that matches the design you approved or the file you supplied is not a fault, so check spelling, phone numbers and dates carefully before you order. Event Sign Boards come in 4 listed sizes, from A3 (297 × 420 mm) to A1 (594 × 841 mm).
What if my order arrives damaged?
Check it when it arrives. If anything is damaged or missing, tell us within 48 hours with photos of the item and the packaging, through the contact form or on WhatsApp, with your order number. Do not send anything back until we reply; we then arrange a reprint or a refund. This does not affect your legal rights, which the returns page explains. On the opening option, Event Sign Boards are ready to dispatch in 5 working days on Saver or 2 on Express.
How do I clean these signs?
Wipe with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry. Do not use solvents, scouring pads or strong cleaners, which can dull or lift the print. Store spare boards flat so they do not bow. Event Sign Boards are printed on 5mm Foamex and 3mm Foamex.
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