Pavement Signs

Pavement Signs & Stands Buying Guide

 
This guide has been created to provide details of the features and benefits of Pavement Sign stands & A Boards and is a valuble
handbook when making a decision on how to enhance your point of sales displays and outdoor advertising opportunities.
 
 

Poster Pavement Signs & Boards

 

An attractive poster design has been used for decades/centuries to attract an audience.  One of the most effective ways to display
posters outside in a way that is portable and will demand attention is to use an eye catching poster pavement sign.

 

Features

Available in a variety of poster sizes A3,A2,A1,A0 & 20x30in 30x40in 60x40in
Easy swap poster frame mechanism
Snap frames with acrylic sheets or magnetic cover sheets
Double sided display stands (usually)
Wooden & or aluminium frames are the most popular
Good quality build with solid wood and steel back boards available
Available in a variety of colours
Lite weight & heavy duty A boards and pavement signs available
Water fillable bases, sandwich board A Frames and rubber moulded bases
 
Benefits
Huge variety of shapes and sizes to fit all budgets
Ideal for businesses that change their message often
Weather resistant roadside advertising
Cost effective advertising
 
Disadvantages
Water fillable signs come in limited colour options
 

Sandwich Boards & A Boards

 

The A frame shape of a sandwich board when erected provides it’s stability but has also influenced the other name that the stand is
known by ‘A-Board’.  A boards are popular for businesses that need pavement signs to fold flat for storage and transportation.

 

Features

 
Double sided display stand
Weather resistant
Light weight or heavy duty options
Available with poster, printed panel, swinger & chalk board options
Up to and including A0 poster and sign sizes
Lots of popular colours – silver, black, white and more
Wood frames as well as the usual aluminium framework

 
Benefits
 

Easy transportation and storage
Portable and stable
Can be a budget saving option in the smaller sizes
Easy poster or sign change
Small footprint, so ideal for smaller areas and kerbsides
 
Disadvantages
The smaller size options can be light weight

 

Printed Panel Pavement Signs

 

If your message is rarely changed a pavement sign that has either a permanent fixed printed panel or a printed panel that can be
changed is a great option.

 

Features
 

Full colour digital print on a waterproof board
Digital print so can be made up of any colours
Available in Swinger signs, A Boards & wooden pavement signs
Pre-moulded metal or plastic  pavement signs can have print applied direct to surface
Benefits
Vibrant long lasting prints
Easy portability
Easy to clean
Weather and water resistant
Hardwearing
 
Disadvantages
Replacing graphics can be more expensive than the poster option
 

Forecourt & Large Pavement Signs

 

Forecourt pavement signs and large outdoor A0 pavement signs are one of the essentials for large format posters outside.  The catch
and hold attention from customers that are on the move.

 

Features

Robust build with water fillable bases
Secure poster display units
Up to 6’ 4” (1.93m)
Available in poster sizes A1, A0 60x30in 40x30in
Wheels for easy transportation
Heavy duty double sided displays
Water proof and wind resistant
Heavy bases with sand, water & concrete in use
Benefits
Perfect for car parks, unsheltered areas & garage forecourts
An opportunity to display large promotions in a small foot print
Suitable for leaving outside overnight (when secured)
Highest stability score available
Wheels and trollies available
Can withstand the majority of UK windy weather conditions
 
Disadvantages
Need to check with local councils on size suitability for the area
 
 

Wooden Pavement Signs & A Boards
 
Rustic looks with the option of using easy swap graphics or permanent printed panels for a more traditional feel.
 
Features

Solid wood & wood simulation options

Double sided displays
Eco friendly designs
Snap shut poster holders in Standard A1 & A0 sizes
Stand designs to accept posters or semi rigid display board
 
Benefits;
 
Rustic and antique style to match venues
Waterproof and weather resistant
Solid wood heavy duty options
Pub & Restaurant friendly
 
Disadvantages
 
May not be suitable for ultra-modern environments

Chalk A Boards & Chalk Pavement Signs
 
A traditional option for business that changes its information very quickly, such as restaurants, pubs, cafes and bars
 
Features
 

Chalk surface suitable for Pens & stick chalk
Weather resistant
Double sided and exchangeable panels available
Double painted
Steel hinges, Brass chain
Easy to fold for daily usage
 
Benefits:
 
Suitable for vinyl lettering
Printed headers and complete panels available
Excellent to advertise your business
For pubs, restaurants, hotels, coffee shops and any more
Indoor and outdoor use
 
Disadvantages:
 
An artistic flair and steady hand may be needed for creating the chalk designs
 

Outdoor Poster Holders & Outdoor Sign Holders

 

Your customers may be outside and require information that can be absorbed and acted on quickly, such as directions, menu choices
and health information.  On these occasions an outdoor poster or sign holder stand may be better the option must suitable.

 

Features

 
Available in poster & sign sizes A4, A3, A2, and A1
Sign holders and frames waterproof
Poster cases in a variety of options
Standard colours: Black White, Grey, Green and Red
RAL colour options also available.
Weather and water resistant
Lockable
Steady bases
Toughened aluminium

 
Benefits
 

Suitable for indoor & outdoor use
Ideal for menus, repair shops, charities, hairdressers, hotels, retail shops and showrooms
Easy change posters
Secure fixings
Custom printed posters available
 
Disadvantages
 
Single sided displays
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