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Sheet materials: Forex, Dibond and acrylic

For signs, displays, name plates and decoration: we print sheet materials or supply them cut to size. And we tell you which material suits your application.

  • Forex and Dibond
  • Acrylic
  • Trespa/HPL too

The right material for your sign

Every sheet material has its own strengths. Forex is light and affordable, Dibond rigid and weatherproof, acrylic clear and luxurious. The choice determines how long your sign lasts and how it looks.

Tell us where it goes and how long it has to last, and we will advise you.

Materials

Forex

Light PVC foam board, ideal for indoors and temporary outdoor use.

Dibond

Aluminium composite panel: rigid, light and weatherproof.

Acrylic

Clear or coloured acrylic, for a luxurious look.

Plywood

Wood, for a warm, natural look.

Display board

Light and affordable, for temporary displays.

Trespa/HPL

Very durable, for tough outdoor conditions.

Choosing by application

Indoors

Forex or acrylic

For name plates, displays and wall decor.

Outdoors

Dibond or Trespa

For facade signs, site boards and wayfinding.

Temporary

Display board

For promotions and fairs, light and recyclable.

Examples and uses

  • Advertising signs
  • Name plates
  • Displays
  • Wall decor
  • Exhibition materials
  • Makers and studios

Want a ready-made sign? See advertising signs.

How it works

  1. Tell us what you are looking for. Which material or part, how much and what you will use it for.
  2. Tailored advice. We tell you what best suits your use and your budget.
  3. Price and order. You get a clear price before we order or cut anything.
  4. Collect or have it delivered. At our print shop in Antwerp, or we deliver in the city and ship in Belgium.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Forex and Dibond?

Forex is a light plastic board, mainly for indoors. Dibond has an aluminium layer and is stiffer and weatherproof.

Can you cut the board to size?

Yes, give the dimensions in your request.

Can I have sheet materials printed?

Yes, in full colour. Supply your design at full size.

Which material lasts longest outdoors?

Dibond and Trespa/HPL are best suited to long-term outdoor use.

Need sheet materials?

Tell us which material or part you need and how much. You usually get a price within two working days.

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