Foamcore

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Excellent print quality, resistance and lightness all in one? Yes, it’s possible, choose our FOAMCORE panels for stunning and durable printed signs and boards!
 
The three materials we offer feature an expanded core between two rigid surfaces, making them all rigid, durable, and incredibly lightweight. Perfect for both indoors and outdoors, Foamcore is ideal for printing business communications, ads, event boards, and vibrant creative works.
 
Check out our rigid media sample pack to learn more about these materials: get a closer look at the smooth or textured surfaces, feel how easy they are to handle, and then move forward with your printing on foamcore!
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Materials

Our foamcore boards are all multi-layer panels. We offer you different materials, 5, 10 and 19 mm thick:

  • Smart-X® 10 mm: with an expanded polystyrene core and solid polystyrene surfaces
  • Foamcore 5, 10 or 19 mm – PVC free: with an expanded polyurethane core and matt white laminated cardboard surfaces, to provide moisture resistance
  • Foamcore 19 mm: lightweight foam panel composed of an extruded polystyrene core and PVC surfaces, making it resistant to moisture
  • KAPA®tex 5 mm – PVC free: with a high-quality polyurethane core. The latex-coated paper surfaces have an embossed appearance, and perfectly mimic the texture of painting canvas

The structure of these panels ensures they won’t flex, even in larger sizes. Choose between 5, 10 or 19 mm material, depending on your desired aesthetic and strength.

Prefer Smart-X® for outdoor application due to the plastic made external surface. If you want to go green opt instead for foamcore or Kapa®tex that are totally PVC free.

Choose Kapa®tex if you want to add an extra feeling to your print: its textured surface is ideal for printing pictures and communication full of colours, it reminds of a canvas print and adds a classy touch to your artwork.

Thanks to their lightweight nature, these materials are easy to handle and even great for crafting: if you need to cut the material on your own and create something new, we suggest using a milling cutter.

Please note that only foamcore 5, 10 and 19 mm can be printed on both sides (same or different printing). With this material you can create double sided boards to be hung from the ceiling or to be free standing with the help of panel stands (read below).

 

Formats

From the smallest plaque to the biggest panel, we’re able to offer you foamcore printing in various customised sizes.

Find here maximum and minimum size (in one piece) for each material:

  • Smart-X®: from 14 x 14 cm up to 150 x 290 cm
  • Foamcore 5 and 10 mm PVC free: from 20 x 20 cm up to 150 x 290 cm
  • Foamcore 19 mm – PVC-free: from 20 x 20 up to 147 x 290 cm. Larger artworks (up to 150 x 290 cm) will be divided into multiple panels, each of the same size, to be hung one close to the other, with no overlapping
  • Foamcore 19 mm: from 20 x 20 up to 150 x 290 cm
  • Kapa®tex – PVC free: from 20 x 20 cm up to 135 x 290 cm. Larger artworks (up to 150 x 290 cm) will be divided into multiple panels, each of the same size, to be hung one close to the other, with no overlapping

With Pixartprinting, the possibilities for customization are endless! But if you're looking for popular options, we also offer a range of standard formats to choose from.

Want to go with an extra customisation of your sign? Select the custom shape option to give it your own unique format!

Create a directional sign in the shape of an arrow, design a panel that follows the edge of your product to catch attention, or get creative with any shape! Just a heads-up: we can do external custom cuts based on the file you send, but we can’t process internal or multiple cuts.

Accessories & varnish

If you’re wondering how to locate your foamcore panel, we offer you multiple solutions to hang it on a wall or another plane surface:

  • Metal hangers: to be gently fixed on the back of the board, by pressing or with the help of a rubber mallet. Hangers come unmounted and you select their number while ordering (suggested at least one hanger every 50 cm)

 

  • Holes: 9 mm diameter holes along the perimeter to easily fix your panel (screws not included). When ordering, specify how many hangers you need and where to place them: starting from the corners, they’ll be placed at equal distances from each other
  • Double-sided adhesive hanging kit: one piece to be attached to the back of the printing, and the other to the wall, allowing for easy and quick panel interchange on the same surface. We also provide screws, and wall plugs for an extra strength, to be used on uneven surfaces if the panel doesn’t adhere perfectly to the wall. Elements are provided for all 4 corners. Distance from the wall: 5 mm. Please use a drill cutter to avoid damaging the material
  • Adjustable hanging kit: an invisible kit made of triangular plates, to be attached to the back of the panel with double-sided tape, along with screws and plugs to hang it on the wall. Once you’ve fixed the plates to the panel, insert the screw into the wall, hang the panel, and adjust the angle (up to 45°) to ensure it’s straight. Elements are provided for 2 corners. Distance from the wall: 15 mm
  • Repositionable sticker kit: 4 removable and repositionable double-sided stickers that avoid having to drill into your walls. Sticker thickness: 3.5 mm. Individual sticker dimensions: 2.5 x 2.5 cm
  • Self-adhesive spacer kit: 4 elements made of clear polycarbonate triangular plates to be attached to the back of the panel and silver nickel spacers. This kit, designed for easy fixation, includes removable side pieces to ensure the correct distance from the edge of the panel. Use double-sided tape to mark drill holes on the wall, then screw the nickel spacers in place. Finally, press gently to secure the panel to the wall. Distance from the wall: 20 mm

Please note that accessories may not be available for some combinations of material and dimension: the website shows only the available options according to your quote.

And for a stunning shine, add our glossy varnish to your panel. Not only will it enhance your design, but it will also protect the print from scratches. If you’re using the foamcore board outdoors, we highly recommend the varnish for added durability and protection.

Please note that, due to its textured surface, varnish is not applicable on Kapa®tex.

If instead of hanging the foamcore board you need to have it self-standing, we provide panel stands ideal for ensuring stability and safety. Each stand measures 30 x 36 cm and, depending on the width of the panel, we recommend using one or more units, evenly distributed to ensure proper load distribution:

  • Up to 120 cm in width: 1 stand
  • From 120 cm to 240 cm in width: 2 stands
  • Over 240 cm in width: 3 stands
To use the stands, the panel must be pre-drilled with two 10 mm diameter holes, spaced 20 cm apart.

 

 

 

 

You can also consider a panel with stand, with a sturdy metal base that can be screwed to the lower part of the panel. With a sleek and essential look, this metal support with a 30 cm base provides stability to your foamcore print (available for Foamcore 10 and 19 mm – PVC-free and White aluminium 3 mm, both in standard and customised sizes). Depending on your selection, one or more supports are offered, as many as necessary to best suppport your panel. You can also order the only print option, in case you have previously purchased the panel with structure and just want to change the graphics: please note that the panel will come pre-drilled at the base to accomodate the same number of metal supports. Choose whether to print front only or front and back.

Ideal for exhibitions, displays, point of sale and communications of all kinds, choose afree-standing product that is both versatile and practical.

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The freestanding totem is also available, a fully self-standing solution made from foamcore or honeycomb cardboard. It can be printed on both sides and is available in dimensions ranging from a minimum of 40 x 100 cm up to a maximum of 290 x 150 cm, offering a solid, practical, and versatile option for displaying your message at exhibitions, trade shows, and points of sale.

FIND OUT MORE
  • Click on the "i" icon for detailed descriptions of the materials (with pictures)
  • When in need of a more durable medium for your signs, especially for outdoors, we suggest preferring aluminium as more weather resistant and sturdier than foamcore. Get more information here
  • If instead you’re looking for an even lighter material, consider our cardboard panels, only suitable for internal use. Read here more information about these versatile materials
  • If you’re curious to explore our rigid media world, find all the materials available here and get the chance to see and feel with your own hands the different media with our sample pack
  • If you’re looking for plaques to put at the entrance of your office or business, have a look at our dedicated section 
  • Thanks to the design upload and preview service, you can upload your file in just a few seconds and get a print-ready result without any worries. We automatically check your file and fix minor issues for you, while also allowing you to make some adjustments directly online, so you can proceed with printing your foamcore panels in complete peace of mind. This makes it even easier to review everything and go to print with no surprises. For more information, we recommend reading this article
WHERE/WHEN CAN YOU USE IT
Where
  • Stores 
  • Public and private offices 
  • Construction and real estate 
  • Museums and Art Galleries 
  • Home decoration 
When
  • New opening 
  • Trade fair 
  • Exhibition 
  • Sales and promotion 
  • Party 
RIGID MEDIA (marked with the Image1.png) ARE USUALLY COMBINED WITH...

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1. Decals

2. Advertising Banners

3. Flyers Folded Flyers

4. Displays

5. Business cards

6. Labels & Stickers

7. Books & Magazines

8. Promotional items

9. Stationery

10. Photo products

FAQ
  • How can I hang a foamcore panel?

You can easily hang it on a wall or another plain surface using the accessories we provide on the website: choose the option that best suits your needs from the ones described above. Otherwise, you can handle it on your own: if you need to create holes or internal cuts, please use a milling cutter to avoid breaking the foam board. Please note that accessories can only be requested together with the panel and not separately.

  • How does the Multi-artwork option work for foamcore panels?
For foamcore panels up to 115 x 145 cm, you can order up to 10 design variations whilst keeping the same choice of material, format and accessories. You can personalise the quantity for each variant and assign a name to easily identify them.
 
  • How to discover if my order will be divided into panels?

Panels cannot exceed a maximum size of 150 x 290 cm. If the selected material has a lower maximum printable size per panel, the artwork will be automatically divided into multiple equally sized panels, to be hung side by side without overlapping.

Please note that Designer and template provided offer a general indication of how the artwork may be split; however, the final division into panels may differ due to production requirements.

As for the file, no need to worry: our team will automatically take care of the splitting during production. Therefore, we kindly ask you to send us a single complete design, without dividing it into multiple files.

  • Is foamcore suitable for outdoor use?

Yes, foamcore can be used outdoors. Prefer Smart-X® if the panel is totally exposed to the weather and add varnish to protect the print and make it last longer. Consider aluminium for a most durable sign.

  • Are the side edges of the panel printed?

No, the edges remain blank, they’re not printable.

  • Is it possible to write on the panel?

Yes, you can write on the faomcore panel, even if varnished, using a permanent marker. Even if you’re using a dry-erase marker, we can’t guarantee that, when removing the drawing, the printed surface won’t be damaged: we therefore don’t recommend using the panel as a dry-erase board.

  • Can I have one or more internal cuts?

At the moment, we only provide a single external cut. Also, you can have a customised cut shape for the external cut.

  • How do you pack panels?

Panels are packed in thick corrugated cardboard with robust protective corners. If you order more than one panel, they may be packed all together or separately. It is not possible to ask for a customised packaging: We always provide the best and safest solution.

  • How can I create my panel design?

Use Designer to create your standard shape panel and get inspired by thousands of free models or ask our help through Design Services. If you’re creating your file with a design software, please download the instruction document and the template provided once you enter the quote. 

 

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