Gator board printing is an ideal poster substrate for trade show signs, portrait prints for homes, and other advertising types. Read More
Our custom Gator board signs are the strongest form of foam board there is. It is dense, rigid, resistant to denting and bending, and very affordable. If you were wondering where to buy gator boards you came to the right place! Come see why this product is popular for school projects, upgrading family portraits, hanging artwork, and to promote small businesses.
Also comparable to Gator board, and equally popular, is foam board, which only difference is that it has white edges.
Gator board signs can be used for many things, and we are here to fulfill your needs. Whether you are making a presentation panel, having your favorite artwork printed, or making your businesses' logo, the gatorboard sign we produce for you will be staying strong and beautiful for years to come.
We pride ourselves on bringing you the best quality products at the lowest possible price. So you can be sure that when you place an order with us, you're getting the best quality products at wholesale costs. Printing high-quality family portraits on a thick custom Gator board is a great and affordable gift and a way to spice up the walls in your own home.
We do gator printing with passion, and all you have to do is input the thickness, size, and finishing details, upload your favorite artwork and approve the proofs. We take care of the rest!
Gator boards can be ordered up to 60x120" and manufactured with drill holes, grommets, circle cuts, and "Special cut" options into any shape a graphic artist can think of and design up. Make the selections when adding to the shopping cart, and the price per piece will update in real-time as you make the changes.
Gator board is lightweight and rigid; they have a solid and dense foam core center with matte clay backing on both sides. Our Gator foam board is available in 3/16″ and 1/2″ thicknesses; it can be cut to any custom size and can be printed directly on one or two sides using vibrant UV ink. Why frame your family photos and artwork? It's so costly and time-consuming the hassle outweighs the positive. Hang your photographs and artwork on prevalent custom Gator board signs today and ensure that your valuable images will last in time.
Black gator board is not ideal for outdoor use because the conditions can destroy the gatorboard material. Additionally, you can look at Sintra signs as a more weatherproof alternative as they will not break down from exposure.
Perhaps one of the most versatile materials out there, an acrylic sign is an excellent choice for just about any business.The flexible plastic from which the acrylic signs are made is durable and lightweight. So, whatever your need, there is a strong chance acrylic signage can provide a permanent and durable solution. Get in touch with Foam Core Print today to discuss how we can solve your signage needs!
PVC Signs are made from lightweight compressed gatorfoam board with a matte finish made of the material known as polyvinyl chloride. PVC signs are typically used for outdoor signage and their longevity depends on weather, direct sunlight, and material thickness. PVC signs can be found everywhere - outdoor advertising, retail stores, and even your home! One reason why they're so common is that they're easy to manufacture and install.
Coroplast or Yard Signs are pressure resistance that will defy crushing, warping, and punctures with regular usage. Completely waterproof, they are a top choice for temporary outdoor usage. Yard signs are waterproof, hold UV inks exceptionally well, and most importantly, and do not discolor or bend easily. They are utilized as trade show signage, "For Sale" signs, yard sale signs, and even sign spinners or twirlers on the sidewalk bringing in traffic from the busy street corners!
Styrene signs are a unique material that can be utilized for indoor sign or outdoor sign usage. Commonly used for retail signage, restaurant menus, storefront displays or at trade shows, they are very convenient because they are lightweight and can uphold harsh conditions. When printing on Styrene, make sure your photos are high-resolution though. Otherwise, your styrene prints won’t turn out with the most amazing quality possible.
Magnets are weather resistant and the quality won't suffer. If they are properly maintained and cleaned, they typically last 1-2 years. If you rely on your vehicle for business, a custom magnet car sign would be the best solution to spread your message or improve your branding day in and out. As far as magnetic vehicle signs go, here at Foam Core Print, your satisfaction with them has a 100% quality guarantee.
Cardstock prints are very popular at weddings and children’s parties. Custom invitations or cardstock printings are an amazing way to deliver a personal message or thank you cards for any given upcoming or past event. Cardstock signs have become a standard on any formal occasion and affordable to deliver any message to your closest friends and family members.
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Very good quality. Packaging was excellent.
Signs arrived carefully packed and protected, arriving with no dents or dings from west to east coast! Turnaround was super fast, prints look great, and delivered on time. Will be ordering from foamcoreprint for future projects.
FAQ
Gatorboard is a cousin of foam board and is much more rigid and durable. In fact, its rigid characteristics make gatorboard an industry standard for trade shows.
The traditional foamboard is a cheaper alternative, but can easily dent and bend. In turn, permanently damaging your board. We suggest a custom gatorboard sign for those who need a more rigid product. Read more on Foamboard vs. gatorboard
Comparing - ultra board vs. gator board - they are very similar, but gator boards have a clay-faced finish while ultra boards have thicker plastic and an even more rigid and dense feel.
No, foam board and gatorboard are two unique materials. Here are some unique differences between the two;
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Since Gator Board is so affordable, they’re great for small businesses. Its commonly used for menu boards in restaurants as well as pop up signage in a retail setting. Gator’s matte finish makes it perfect for the bright lights of the showroom display. We have a wide selection of board printing for advertising that you can be sure we have exactly what you need for your next project.
Grommets offer the edges of your board more additional reinforcement when hanging with hooks.
Yes, the drilled holes and grommets go all the way through the boards.
Drill holes are .25" and placed .75" on center from each side of the board you have the option selected. Grommets holes are .38" in diameter and also placed .75" on center from each corner. Grommets are exactly the same as nickel-plated banner grommets.
No, you can not. While the gator board material is relatively easy to drill through, it is not recommended. The Gator board's clay face will crack very quickly if the speed of the drill is not rotating fast enough; we offer special cut finish options that will allow for unique, custom shapes, custom sizes, and hole placement.
Gatorboard Cost Breakdown
Units | Size | Cost Per Unit | Sqft Discount | Subtotal Total |
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1 | 12x12" | $10.65 | $10.65 | |
250 | 12x12" | $10.18 | -$117.00 | $2,544.75 |
500 | 12x12" | $9.71 | -$468.00 | $4,855.50 |
1250 | 12x12" | $8.31 | -$2,925.00 | $10,383.75 |
2500 | 12x12" | $5.97 | -$11,700.00 | $14,917.50 |
A Cut option is not required; it is a unique finishing option for shapes other than squares or rectangles. Here is a list of Cut options styles;
Gatorboard has a clay face and compressed black foam in the center; the clay face is white and has an impressive matte finish. Below is an image of the gatorboard from a side view.
The physical weight of 3/16" gator board is 0.2093 lbs per ft.². The formula for weight calculation on your specif dimension product can be figured by multiplying your length x width divided by 144 = Your Physical Weight.
A standoff hardware looks like a complicated version of a screw, and it is. It’s a separator that’s threaded. What are standoffs? They come in different lengths to raise one material over another. They consist of a wall screw, barrel, and cap, usually made of aluminum. Please take a closer look in detail with images at our blog post.
Standoff holes are .41" and placed .75" on center from each corner the option is selected. Immediately after your purchase, you will upload your graphics and see a visual representation of the standoff holes in the online proofing stage.
It refers to the finish of the physical board itself. The edges will have a nice straight cut finish without round corners, where round allows smooth rounded corners. The measurements refer to the corners' severity or degrees (radial bend). Rounded corner sizes from less to more dramatic corners;
A Cut option is not required; it is a unique finishing option for shapes other than squares or rectangles. Here is a list of Cut options styles;
Everything Foam Core Print offers is manufactured to spec or "custom to order," meaning the clients selects the exact custom size down to 100th of an inch. We can manufacture gator board as small as 2x2" and as large on one sheet at 60x120" on gator board.
Standard turnaround for custom gatorboard signs is 3 business days and is based on the approval of the art file for the order, not the time of purchase. We do offer next day turnaround as well as same day production. The cut off time for production to begin is 10am PST for "standard" 3 day turnaround, 8am for next day & same-day printing and production. The website is fully automated and will generate pricing when you add items to cart so the best way to get pricing is to add all items to your cart and "proceed to checkout" to update your zip code for shipping & turnaround options for grand total pricing.
You will need to place the minimum order and fully complete the transaction. Once the order has been placed, you will be directed to the Upload Artwork page. From there, you will be able to upload your artwork and view the pre-proof.
In proofing, you can scale, stretch, and adjust the file to fit if any scaling is needed. If everything looks great, go ahead and send your artwork to print, and production will begin. You can remove and upload as many times as you like; production will not start until you approve the proofs.
File types accepted: Photoshop (PSD, TIFF, EPS, PDF, JPEG, PNG, SVG) Illustrator (AI, PDF, with all fonts outlined) Any other graphic program capable of creating a PDF, TIFF, EPS, JPEG, PNG, SVG file. Our preferred file format is a Print-ready Vector PDF set up in CMYK with bleed.
Great question! We now offer a FREE ONLINE DESIGN TOOL its very easy to use and it will allow you to upload designs and create vector files that print flawlessly. As an additional option we do have an in house graphics team that can help create the design of your dream, start a chat or email info@foamcoreprint.com the details of your requests to schedule a phone call to go over pricing and the final details.
Great question! Please DO NOT send art files to print if you have any questions about your online proofs. Please contact us via live chat, email at info@foamcoreprint.com, or call 855-465-7744 before sending files to print. There is a 10 min window approved proofs can be removed and taken out of the production line; clients can remove approved art files within the 10 min window from the user dashboard in the order history tab.
There is a 10 min window after proofs are approved where they can be removed and taken out of the production line; clients can remove any approved art files within the 10 minutes of approval of that specific art file.
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