Select a size below. Prices shown per unit, qty 1, standard turnaround. Volume discounts apply automatically at checkout.
| Material / Substrate | Our Price | Avg Competitor | You Save | Est. Shipping |
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Standard Frame
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$44.73 | $45.18 | Save $0.45 | $19.31 |
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Premium / Weighted Base
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$58.15 | $58.74 | Save $0.59 | $19.31 |
How we priced this: Competitor averages sourced from GotPrint, UPrinting, VistaPrint, PrintPlace (Jun 2026 avg). Our prices are set exactly 1% below that average for every size and material combination. Competitor prices change; ours stay competitive. We review quarterly.
| Material / Substrate | Our Price | Avg Competitor | You Save | Est. Shipping |
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Standard Frame
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$52.62 | $53.15 | Save $0.53 | $19.31 |
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Premium / Weighted Base
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$68.41 | $69.10 | Save $0.69 | $19.31 |
How we priced this: Competitor averages sourced from GotPrint, UPrinting, VistaPrint, PrintPlace (Jun 2026 avg). Our prices are set exactly 1% below that average for every size and material combination. Competitor prices change; ours stay competitive. We review quarterly.
Free Design Setup & Free Proof on every order. Prices above are per-unit at qty 1. Rush production tiers are available in the order form. Shipping calculated live at checkout.
Configure & Order ↑Seminar headers, expo easel signs, and retail campaign boards need a panel you can carry under one arm and still look crisp on camera. We print on indoor foamboard with Free Design Setup, digital email proof approval, and sizes from 12x18 through 4x8 feet in the calculator above.
Upload campaign art or send a rough layout sketch. We check resolution for large flat color areas, plan bleed for trim, and recommend when PVC or aluminum is a better fit for your install. You approve the proof, then we print and ship flat-packed nationwide.
This guide covers foam board sizing, indoor material limits, Free Design Setup, and FAQ. Use the calculator above, pick foamboard or upgrade material if needed, upload art, and approve your proof before print.

Lightweight panels for short-term and presentation use.
Foam board is a foam-centered panel with smooth printable faces. It is not a permanent outdoor material, but inside a showroom, conference room, or trade show aisle it delivers big visuals at low weight. That is why marketers use it for one-week promos, speaker headers, and photo-backdrop accents.
We print with UV-cured inks that dry hard on the face and resist scuffing during a typical event cycle. Every order gets a digital proof showing trim size, bleed, and how bold type will read from the expected viewing distance.
Free Design Setup helps when your art was built for social media dimensions, not a 24x36 board. We scale logos proportionally, fix pixelation before it prints, and tell you honestly if a thin font will look soft at full size.

Scale, bleed, and photo-ready layout checks.
Large foam boards show every low-resolution logo. Send the highest-quality files you have, or let us rebuild simple vector logos from a PDF brand sheet. We place QR codes and hashtags with enough quiet zone that phone cameras still scan them on a busy expo floor.
If your design has full-bleed photography, we extend backgrounds on the proof when files are tight. Matte and gloss appearance depends on ink laydown on the foam face; we do not promise laminate gloss unless your job notes request a specific finish and we confirm availability.

Pick indoor foam or step up to rigid PVC when needed.
Foamboard (Indoor) is the budget-friendly choice for easel signs, directional boards for a weekend event, and presentation headers you will handle often. Keep it dry and store flat between uses.
3mm and 6mm PVC cost more but survive longer indoor installs and tolerate more handling on a sales floor. Aluminum and clear acrylic are also in the dropdown when your project outgrows foam. We call out the better substrate on the proof if you note how long the sign must stay up.

Standard trims from 12x18 to 4x8 feet.
12x18 and 18x24 fit tabletop easels and small breakout room headers. 24x36 is the common trade show aisle size readable from six to ten feet. 36x48 and 48x96 cover stage backdrops and large retail windows when paired with sturdy stands rated for lightweight panels.
Foam board flexes slightly at the largest sizes. Support the panel in a frame or stand and avoid leaning it unsupported against a wall for weeks. For long-term wall mounts, PVC or aluminum in the calculator is usually the better call.

Keep corners clean until the sign is on the easel.
Foam boards ship flat with corner protection. Unpack on a table, not concrete, and carry by two edges so the face does not bow. Finger pressure can dent the foam; use gloves when sliding into an easel channel.
After the event, store boards horizontally in a cool dry space. Sunlight in a hot car trunk can warp foam even for a short drive. Leverage rush production when your conference ship date is inside a week.
Large foam boards show every low-resolution logo. Send the highest-quality files you have, or let us rebuild simple vector logos from a PDF brand sheet. We place QR codes and hashtags with enough quiet zone that phone cameras still scan them on a busy expo floor.
If your design has full-bleed photography, we extend backgrounds on the proof when files are tight. Matte and gloss appearance depends on ink laydown on the foam face; we do not promise laminate gloss unless your job notes request a specific finish and we confirm availability.
These guideline files are filtered to sizes closest to the calculator options on this page (bleed, trim, and safe zones included). Design faster, avoid setup mistakes, or skip the file work and choose Free Design Setup above.
Upload through the order form or send files during Free Design Setup.
Vector PDF with outlined fonts, embedded images, and bleed when possible.
Adobe Illustrator files with linked images packaged or embedded.
High resolution at final print size (300 DPI where practical).
Send what you have. Free Design Setup rebuilds layout when needed.
Pick the tier that matches your install date. Shipping transit is added after production.
Standard production details pulled from the live order form. Custom options outside this list are available on request.
| Materials | Foamboard (indoor), 3mm PVC, 6mm PVC, .040 aluminum, .080 aluminum, clear acrylic |
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| Sizes | 12x18, 18x24, 24x36, 36x48, 48x96 (4x8 ft) |
| Printed sides | Single-sided or double-sided |
| Turnaround | Standard 3-5 business days, rush, and next-day tiers when available |
| Quantities | 1 through 250 in the calculator |
| Best use | Indoor events, easels, short-term retail - not long-term outdoor |
| Design | Free Design Setup, file check, digital email proof |
See how substrate choice shifts the sample total at the same size and quantity.
Relative sample totals at 1 with other calculator defaults held constant. Use the live calculator for your exact combination.
Volume-based pricing from the live calculator. Free Design Setup and digital proofing are always included.
| Quantity | Total | Per unit |
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| 1 | $44.73 | $44.73 |
| 5 | $125.89 | $25.18 |
| 10 | $205.86 | $20.59 |
| 25 | $297.39 | $11.90 |
| 50 | $552.13 | $11.04 |
| 100 | $1,008.00 | $10.08 |
Sample pricing for calculator defaults (24" x 36"). Change size, material, sides, and turnaround in the order form for live totals. Free Design Setup and digital proof are included.
Shoppers comparing Foam Board Signs on Vistaprint, UPrinting, GotPrint, and PrintPlace typically face add-on design fees, limited proof review, or checkout with no human backup. Cheap RUSH Printing bundles free design setup, email proof approval, live pricing about 1% below the average reliable competitor rate, and same-day professional support on every Foam Board Signs order.
| Feature | Cheap RUSH Printing | Vistaprint | UPrinting | GotPrint | PrintPlace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free design setup | ✓ Always free | Add-on | Templates | Limited | Self-serve |
| Free digital proof | ✓ Every order | Limited | ✓ | ✓ | Limited |
| Custom sizes and options | ✓ Live calculator | Limited | ✓ | Limited | Limited |
| Pricing vs major shops | ✓ ~1% below market avg | List price | List price | List price | List price |
| Rush production | ✓ When available | Available | Limited | Available | Available |
| Nationwide shipping | ✓ All 50 states | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Professional support | ✓ Same-day reply | Chat | Limited |
Service-level comparison only. Competitor pricing changes constantly - use each provider for live quotes. Last reviewed: Jul 2026.
Pricing updates live as you change options. No hidden setup fees on qualifying orders. 040 aluminum, .080 aluminum, clear acrylic; Sizes: 12x18, 18x24, 24x36, 36x48, 48x96 (4x8 ft); Printed sides: Single-sided or double-sided; Turnaround: Standard 3-5 business days, rush, and next-day tiers when available.
With Foam Board Signs, yes - all 50 states. Shipping calculates live after you enter zip. Pack method depends on the product (flat, rolled, or protected cartons) and is confirmed on the packing slip. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.
Pricing updates live as you change options. No hidden setup fees on qualifying orders. 040 aluminum, .080 aluminum, clear acrylic; Sizes: 12x18, 18x24, 24x36, 36x48, 48x96 (4x8 ft); Printed sides: Single-sided or double-sided; Turnaround: Standard 3-5 business days, rush, and next-day tiers when available.
Choose your specs in the calculator above for custom foam board sign, upload PDF or PNG art, or send bullet copy for Free Design Setup. 040 aluminum, .080 aluminum, clear acrylic; Sizes: 12x18, 18x24, 24x36, 36x48, 48x96 (4x8 ft); Printed sides: Single-sided or double-sided; Turnaround: Standard 3-5 business days, rush, and next-day tiers when available.
Available sizes for custom foam board sign include 12x18, 18x24, 24x36, 36x48, 48x96 (4x8 ft). Share viewing distance, mailing plans, or install notes in special instructions and we confirm readable type and trim on the digital proof.
Calculator material choices for custom foam board sign include Foamboard (indoor), 3mm PVC, 6mm PVC, .040 aluminum, .080 aluminum, clear acrylic. Not sure which fits your job? Free Design Setup recommends stock based on indoor, outdoor, hand-feel, or mail requirements and shows the pick on your proof.
Standard production for custom foam board sign is 3-5 business days after you approve the digital proof. Rush tiers (Standard (3-5 Business Days), Rush (2-3 Business Days), Next-Day (when available)) appear in the calculator when available for your qty and specs. Approval day is not counted as day one of production.
Yes, always. We email a digital proof showing layout, color, trim, and placement specifics for custom foam board sign. Upload campaign art or send a rough layout sketch. Production and finishing start only after written approval. We check resolution for large flat color areas, plan bleed for trim, and recommend when PVC or aluminum is a better fit for your install. You approve the proof, then we print and ship flat-packed nationwide.
Vector PDF or AI gives the crispest logos and small type on custom foam board sign. High-resolution PNG at final trim size works for photo-heavy art. Free Design Setup can rebuild simple logos, add bleed, and flag risky RGB colors before print.
For your Foam Board Signs job, live qty tiers are 1 through 250 in the calculator. Per-unit pricing updates as you change quantity. Ask in comments if you need a split ship or multi-location qty plan. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.
With Foam Board Signs, fulfillment is Nationwide from Florida. Production completes first, then carrier transit begins. Note a ship-by date in comments if your event or install cannot slip. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.
Extend backgrounds 0.125 inch past trim on all sides for custom foam board sign. Keep logos and phone numbers inside the safe zone at least 0.1 inch from the cut edge. We show bleed and safe zones on the digital proof before print.
Shoppers often ask about turnaround for events, file prep help, and qty breaks for Speaker headers, Trade show aisle signs, Retail campaign boards use cases. We answer on the proof so you are not guessing after checkout.
For Foam Board Signs, first-time files often skip safe zones or pick indoor stock for outdoor use. Tell us where the piece will live, and we flag fixes on the proof before anything prints. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.
For your Foam Board Signs job, start with a standard size, economy material tier, Standard turnaround, and a mid qty break in the calculator. Upgrade stock or rush only when the install or event requires it. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.
Upload art or send notes for custom foam board sign, receive a digital proof by email within about one business day on most orders, mark changes or reply with approval, then we print and pack. No production time starts while the proof is pending.
On this Foam Board Signs page, this page is for Foam Board Signs specifically. Related products on our site cover different formats - use the related links and calculator specs to pick the right fit for display, mail, or handout use.
Rush production of 2-3 business days after proof approval is available for custom foam board sign when the rush tier shows in the calculator. Carrier transit is extra. Plan total elapsed time as production days plus shipping days.
Yes on qualifying orders. Free Design Setup covers layout, logo sizing, file conversion, bleed, and QR placement for custom foam board sign at no separate design line item. Approve the finished proof before anything prints.
On this Foam Board Signs page, answers for Foam Board Signs start with the calculator options and the email proof. Tell us your deadline and use case in comments so we confirm stock, size, and turnaround before press. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.
Production time for custom foam board sign is print, finish, and pack time on our floor after proof approval. Shipping time is carrier transit after pickup. A 3-day production tier plus 2-day ground shipping is five total days, not three.
Vector PDF or AI gives the crispest logos and small type on custom foam board sign. High-resolution PNG at final trim size works for photo-heavy art. Free Design Setup can rebuild simple logos, add bleed, and flag risky RGB colors before print.
With Foam Board Signs, pricing updates live in the calculator as you change size, material, sides, qty, and turnaround. No hidden setup fees on standard qualifying orders. Compare options on the live total before checkout. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.
After approval, your custom foam board sign job enters production, passes final QC, packs for transit, and ships with tracking email when the carrier scans the label. Reply to the proof thread if you need a ship-by date noted for an event.
Contact our professional support team or scroll back to the order form. We always reply the same day.