Foamcore vs PVC
Side by side
| Compared | Foamcore | PVC |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Smooth, light indoor boards for presentations, retail and event signage. | Moisture-resistant rigid plastic for facility, covered-exterior and retail signs. |
| Material | 3/16" or 1/2" | 3mm, 6mm or 12mm |
| Where it goes | Indoor | Indoor and covered outdoor |
| Best for | Presentation and easel boards; Point-of-sale and photo displays | Washroom and facility signs; Covered exteriors; Retail fixtures that are screwed in place |
| Not ideal for | Displays that run for months and get handled; Damp spots and covered exteriors | Open exterior signs meant to stay up for years; Short indoor displays and presentation boards |
| Cost | Lower of the two | Higher of the two |
Which one to choose
Choose Foamcore if you need
- Presentation and easel boards
- Point-of-sale and photo displays
Choose PVC if you need
- Washroom and facility signs
- Covered exteriors
- Retail fixtures that are screwed in place
Foamcore or PVC?
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Choose Foamcore for presentation and easel boards and point-of-sale and photo displays. Choose PVC for washroom and facility signs and covered exteriors. Foamcore is the lower-cost of the two.
For presentation and easel boards and point-of-sale and photo displays.
For washroom and facility signs, covered exteriors and retail fixtures that are screwed in place.
Foamcore usually costs less. Size, quantity and finishing still decide the price, so send them for a firm quote the same business day.
Send the size, where the sign goes and how long it needs to last. We tell you which board fits and quote it the same business day, with no obligation.
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