What is the difference between Foamex, Correx, Solid Core and Honeycomb boards?

Foamex (foam PVC) is lightweight and great for indoor displays. Correx is a fluted polypropylene board — waterproof, cheap and the go-to for estate agent boards and outdoor signs. Solid Core is a denser, tougher board suited to long-term commercial signage. Honeycomb is an eco-friendlier rigid board with a paper honeycomb core — lightweight but sturdy, ideal for exhibitions and sustainable campaigns.

What are Correx boards used for?

Correx boards are the standard material for estate agent for sale and to let boards, construction site signs, event wayfinding and short-term outdoor promotions. They are waterproof, lightweight and cost-effective for high-volume outdoor use.

Are Honeycomb boards eco-friendly?

Yes. 10mm Honeycomb boards have a recycled paper core and use significantly less plastic than foam PVC boards of the same thickness. They are a popular choice for brands running eco-conscious campaigns or exhibitions where sustainable materials are important.

What should I use for an event versus a permanent sign?

For short-term events, exhibitions or in-store promotions, 5mm or 10mm Foamex is lighter and easier to move around. For outdoor temporary use, 4mm Correx is cost-effective and weather-resistant. For permanent or long-term signage, 4mm Solid Core offers the best durability.

How quickly can you deliver printed boards?

Order before 3pm and you can usually collect same day from our SE1 office or use same-day courier within London. Next-day UK-wide delivery is available via DPD, with pre-10am and Saturday options at checkout.

Do you print custom sizes for rigid boards?

Yes. Standard sizes run from A4 to A0. For custom sizes up to 150cm x 250cm, contact us directly and we can quote for bespoke board printing.

Can I get same-day printed boards in London?

Yes. Rapid Print Pro offers same-day printing and delivery across London for most rigid board products. Order before 3pm and choose same-day courier or collect from our SE1 office.

Rigid Board Guide

Which board should you choose?

Not all boards are built for the same job. Tap any option to find out more.

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5mm Foamex

Lightweight & budget-friendly

Indoor ▼

A great all-rounder for indoor signage, event graphics, point-of-sale displays and presentation boards. Lightweight, easy to handle and ideal when you want a clean professional finish without going too heavy.

Best for: indoor signs, POS displays, event graphics, presentation boards

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10mm Foamex

Thicker, stronger & more premium

Premium ▼

Want something chunkier? 10mm Foamex gives you more rigidity and a more substantial feel — a solid choice for easel boards, display panels and signage that needs to feel a bit more premium.

Best for: easel boards, premium displays, thicker presentation boards

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4mm Solid Core

Tough, waterproof & hard-wearing

Outdoor ▼

Built for tougher jobs. Waterproof, more resistant to dents and knocks, and a smart choice for long-term signage, commercial environments and outdoor use where durability matters.

Best for: durable signs, commercial spaces, tougher outdoor signage

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4mm Correx

Low-cost, waterproof & outdoor-ready

Budget pick ▼

The classic choice for estate agent boards, event wayfinding, construction site signs and short-term outdoor promotions. Lightweight, weather-resistant, easy to install and brilliant for impact without spending a fortune.

Best for: estate agent boards, site signs, temporary outdoor signage

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10mm Honeycomb

Lightweight, rigid & more eco-friendly

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A clever option when you want a board that feels thick and rigid but keeps things lighter and more sustainable. Ideal for indoor displays, retail graphics, exhibitions and campaigns where eco-conscious materials matter just as much as the print.

Best for: eco-conscious campaigns, exhibitions, indoor display graphics

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5mm foamboard (lightweight for indoor use)

4mm solid core (extremely tough, hard wearing, waterproof)

10mm Foam Board (indoor use, thick for easels)

4mm Correx (estate agent board)

10mm Honey Comb (cardboard core)

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🧱 Foamex Boards – Big, Bold & Eco-Friendly Display Printing
Make a statement that sticks (without hurting the planet) with our high-quality printed foam boards! Ideal for retail displays, events, exhibitions, and presentations, these lightweight yet durable display boards are built to stand out — and show off your brand in a BIG way.

Printed using our ECO UV LED machine, your designs will pop with vibrant colour while keeping things clean, green, and Greenguard certified safe for schools, hospitals, and indoor spaces. 🌍✨

📐 Sizes to Suit Every Space

From handy A4 to epic 240cm x 150cm
All your favourite formats: A3, A2, A1, A0 — and custom sizes too!
Need it BIG? No problem. We print LARGE and we print FAST.

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Printed with ECO UV LED inks – ultra-low emissions
On PVC-free, FSC-accredited board
Certified to ISO14001 & ISO50001 environmental standards

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Correx vs HoneyComb:

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4mm Correx Boards – Lightweight, Waterproof & Built for Outdoor Graft

Need something practical, budget-friendly and ready for the great British weather? 4mm Correx is a brilliant shout for estate agent boards, site signage, event wayfinding, temporary promotional signs and short-term outdoor displays. It’s lightweight, cost-effective and easy to install, which makes it ideal when you need signage that gets the job done without rinsing the budget.

Correx is a corrugated polypropylene board, so it’s tough enough for everyday signage use while still being easy to move, mount and replace when needed. For outdoor campaigns, temporary notices and directional signage, it’s the classic no-nonsense option.

10mm Honeycomb Boards – Thick, Rigid & More Eco-Led

Want something that feels substantial but still keeps things light? 10mm Honeycomb is a smart choice for indoor display boards, retail graphics, exhibition panels, presentation boards and eco-conscious campaigns. It has a rigid honeycomb cardboard core, giving you a nice chunky board feel without the heavier weight of more industrial materials.

Honeycomb board is especially good when the job is all about indoor impact, easy handling and a more sustainability-minded material choice. It’s lightweight, easy to transport and works really well for branded displays, POS graphics and event signage where appearance matters just as much as practicality.

Large Format Printing for London

Rapid Print Pro is a commercial printer based in London’s SE1 area, close to London Bridge and Borough High Street stations. We offer large format printing, which includes not only banners but also large signs, posters, in-store displays, printed graphics for trade fairs and even pop-up exhibition systems. Call us on 020 7078 0380 for further details. You can alternatively send us a message here.

Foam Board FAQs

Which material is best for indoor signs

For indoor use, 5 mm or 10 mm foamboards are perfect.

5 mm foamboard: Great for posters, point-of-sale displays, presentations and short-term event signage. Lightweight, easy to handle, still looks super sharp.
10 mm foamboard: Better when you want something chunkier and more premium-looking, or for larger panels that need a bit more stiffness.

If it’s going inside and isn’t living there forever, foamboard is usually your best value option.

What material should I choose for outdoor signs?

For anything that’s going outside, we strongly recommend a solid core board.

Solid core is:

Much more weather-resistant
Less likely to warp in sun, rain or temperature changes
Better for longer-term outdoor use, shop fronts, wayfinding and building signs

If the sign is facing British weather, go solid core.

Can I use 5 mm or 10 mm foamboards outside?

Technically you can, but we don’t really recommend it. just dont expect it to last years, you'll probably get a few weeks / months out of it.

Foamboards are designed for indoor use. Outside they can:

Warp or bow in heat and moisture
Get damaged more easily by wind or knocks
Have a shorter lifespan overall

For a one-off event on a dry day, you might get away with it. For anything longer or less predictable, solid core is the safer choice.

What’s the difference between foamboard and solid core?

Short version:

Foamboard (5 mm / 10 mm)
- Lightweight, easy to mount with tape or Velcro
- Ideal for indoor displays, exhibitions, retail POS and presentations
- Great print quality, cost-effective
Solid core board
- Heavier and tougher
- Built to cope with outdoor conditions and long-term installs
- Better for permanent or semi-permanent signage

Think of foamboard as your pop-up event hero, and solid core as your long-term, outdoor workhorse.

What should I use for an event vs a permanent sign?

Short-term event, exhibition or in-store promo:
Go for 5 mm or 10 mm foamboard. It’s lighter, cheaper and easy to move around or recycle after the event.
Permanent or long-term sign:
Choose solid core. Perfect for outdoor signage, reception signs, directional boards and anything that needs to stay looking good for months or years.

How quickly can you deliver foam boards?

If you’re in a hurry, foam boards are very much on your side.

Order before 3pm and you can usually
- Collect the same day from our London studio, or
- Get same day courier delivery within central London
Next day delivery UK-wide is available from just £4.99

If your deadline is a bit terrifying, pop a note on your order or give us a shout – we’ll always try to pull out the stops and get your foam boards to you in time.

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We offer Same Day delivery across the city of London, order before 2pm , select same day and we'll jump on the bike and drop it to you within about 90mins.

If you are in these London postcodes, we got you: E1, E2, Bethnal Green, E3, Bow, E4, Chingford, E5, Clapton, E6, East Ham, E7, Forest Gate, E8, Hackney, E9, Homerton, E10, Leyton, E11, Leytonstone, E12, Manor Park, E13, Plaistow, E14, Poplar, E15, Stratford, E16, Victoria Docks and North Woolwich, E17, Walthamstow, E18, Woodford and South Woodford, E20, Olympic Park, SE1, Southwark, SE2, Abbey Wood, SE3, Blackheath, SE4, Brockley, SE5, Camberwell, SE6, Catford, SE7, Charlton, SE8, Deptford, SE9, Eltham, SE10, Greenwich, SE11, Kennington, SE12, Lee, SE13, Lewisham, SE14, New Cross, SE15, Peckham, SE16, Rotherhithe, SE17, Walworth, SE18, Woolwich, SE19, Norwood, SE20, Anerley, SE21, Dulwich, SE22, East Dulwich, SE23, Forest Hill, SE24, Herne Hill, SE25, South Norwood, SE26, Sydenham, SE27, West Norwood, SE28, Thamesmead, EC1, EC2, Bishopsgate, EC3, Fenchurch Street, EC4, Fleet Street, SW1, SW2, Brixton, SW3, Chelsea, SW4, Clapham, SW5, Earls, Court, SW6, Fulham, SW7, South Kensington, SW8, South Lambeth, SW9, Stockwell, SW10, West Brompton, SW11, SW12, Balham, SW13, Barnes, SW14, Mortlake, SW15, Putney, SW16, Streatham, SW17, Tooting, SW18, Wandsworth, SW19, Wimbledon, SW20, West Wimbledon, W2, W3, Acton, W4, Chiswick, W5, Ealing, W6, Hammersmith, W7, Hanwell, W8, Kensington, W9, Maida Hill, W10, Ladbroke Grove, W11, Notting Hill, W12, Shepherds Bush, W13, West Ealing, W14, West Kensington, Bexley, Bromley, Croydon, Greenwich, Kingston, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Richmond, .Southwark, Sutton, and .Wandsworth,Bexley, Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley, and Southwark

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Save your files in PDF/X-1a:2001 format for optimal print accuracy.

However, if that's not possible, don’t worry—we’re flexible and will still accept PNG, JPEG, or any other format you have.

Our Artwork team is here to support you, so if there are any issues, they'll get in touch with a fix, a workaround, or maybe just to have a chat if they're feeling lonely!

Safe Area

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Please ensure that any text is positioned at least 3mm away from the edges. While we strive for perfect cutting, there is always a small chance of movement. If you prefer a borderless background, extend it beyond the edge, but keep all important content 3mm away from the edges.

Resolution

Supplying high-resolution artwork guarantees sharp, clear prints with optimal detail and color accuracy. Images from WhatsApp, for example, won't produce crisp prints, so always export from Canva at 300dpi. Whenever possible, use original images instead of screenshots. Don't worry if you make a mistake—our artwork team will be your safety net and will catch anything that may need adjustment.

Make it Bleed

If you're lucky enough to have the Adobe package, set your bleed to 3mm in the document settings. This allows your artwork (such as backgrounds) to extend beyond the finished size into the bleed area. This way, any slight movement during cutting will be hidden, ensuring no white borders around the edges.

If you don’t have a design package, no worries! Simply make your artwork canvas 3mm larger on all sides. For example, if you're designing a business card that will be trimmed to 85mm x 55mm, your background should extend to 91mm x 61mm. Just remember, any text should be at least 3mm away from the 85mm x 55mm edge!

Transparency

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Printing digital artworks can come with one little issue—transparency. While it might not be visible on screen, it has a huge impact when it comes to printing. So, make sure to flatten any transparency before exporting.

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Roller Banner

Roller banner artwork should be supplied at the product size, e.g., for a standard 80cm roller banner, artwork should be provided at 800mm x 2000mm with a 3mm bleed on all sides, if possible.

Our artwork team will then add an extra 150mm section below your design, which will be hidden inside the roller banner mechanism. This section helps attach the display to the pull-up banner.

Please, there’s no need to include this extra section in your artwork when submitting.

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We offer Same Day delivery across the city of London, order before mid day, select same day and we'll jump on the bike and drop it to you, hit the link below to find out more.

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