Custom Plastic PVC Signs Online

PVC signs are a type of plastic signs that are used indoor or outdoor. Made of naturally-occurring plastic compounds, custom PVC signs can be printed on the surface with paint and then laminated to be weather resistant, but they can also be printed directly onto the material - double sided as well. Custom PVC signs are commonly used for real estate signs, menu boards, architectural signage, point of purchase displays and more.

Apart from their sleek appearance, the durability of PVC signs makes them the most popular material used in sign making. With proper placement, PVC signs typically last 6-12 months outside but that can vary based on weather, direct sunlight, and material thickness. PVC signs are made from polyvinyl chloride and can be recognized by their smooth surface, which is not as rough as other plastics.
PVC board signs can be found everywhere - outdoor applications, trade shows, retail stores, menu boards, point of purchase displays and even your home! One reason why custom PVC signs are so common is that they're easy to manufacture and install.
 

PVC is a type of plastic, which means it is not waterproof. It can be made to look like stone or other materials that are more durable and water resistant, but PVC itself will not withstand contact with water for long periods of time without deteriorating, though with proper placement and if UV ink is used it can last longer.
 

PVC signs are type of plastic that is very durable and can withstand harsh weather conditions. PVC signs are also lightweight and can be easily mounted as indoor signage with some double sided tape or adhesive velcro. This makes PVC signs ideal for businesses looking to save on costs and time when installing their sign. PVC signs might not be as aesthetically pleasing as different materials like metal or wood, but one of the top features of PVC signs is the ability to display double sided graphics.

The difference between them is that a PVC sign is made of polyvinyl chloride, which can be easily cut into any shape. Vinyl signs are typically made of vinyl and are more durable than PVC signs; however, they cannot be customized in the same way that PVC signs can.

Yes, PVC signs are very durable. PVC signs are water, weather, dent, bend, and crease-resistant. If mishandled or dropped, they can crack, so although PVC signs are durable, be sure to handle them with proper care. If your sign is in need of cleaning then clean it with a soft cloth and a mild soap.

PVC is short for polyvinyl chloride, a tough plastic substrate made of naturally-occurring plastic compounds. PVC board signs are fantastic for short to midterm outdoor signage since they are durable and weatherproof!

To print PVC sheets a grand format flatbed printer is required. They are unloaded off the pallet in 48x96" size and fed into the rear of the machine.

PVC lettering refers to the special cut finish on PVC signs cut into the unique custom shape of the letters themselves. PVC sheets are then fabricated with a CNC machine into PVC letters.

Yes, PVC is great for short term outdoor signage (e.g. real estate signs, trade shows), but are more suited to be mounted indoors with some double sided tape or adhesive velcro as point of purchase displays, menu boards, architectural signage and more. Ideally, they should be printed with UV ink to provide longevity to the print for up to two years without fading in most climates as UV inks are fade resistant and waterproof.
 

The most common or typical PVC board signs are usually ⅛ - ¼ inch thick, but we offer four sizes. Below a list of PVC sign board thickness options:

• 2mm
• ⅛
• ¼
• ½ inch

Sintra and PVC sign printing are the same product and both can be used for sandwich boards, menu boards, and similar. However, one is a trademark branded product. In other words, Sintra is a type of PVC. It is made from polyvinyl chloride and has properties that make it more durable than different plastics, such as ABS or LDPE. ** When ordering from FoamCorePrint, you will still receive the Sintra board brand if you order from either the PVC or Sintra page.

They're high-quality polyvinyl plastic signs, so they are great for trade shows, menu boards, point of purchase displays, directional signage, real estate signs and more. They can be used indoor and outdoor, but are more suited for indoors where they could be mounted easily with some double sided tape. Also, one of the top features of PVC signs is the ability to display double sided graphics.

Yes, we print directly on the PVC board, double sided as well. We print directly to the PVC board at 1000dpi without the need for mounting or lamination. This print method is called direct-to-substrate printing and is often known as flatbed printing. 

A custom PVC sign with full-color direct print costs $11.81 per square foot and can be as low as $5.75; The purchase volume calculates pricing.

PVC Sign Cost Breakdown

Units	Size	Cost Per Unit	Sqft Discount	Subtotal Total
1	12x12"	$11.81		$11.81
250	12x12"	$11.20	-$151.50	$2,801.00
500	12x12"	$10.60	-$606.00	$5,299.00
1250	12x12"	$8.78	-$3,787.50	$10,975.00
2500	12x12"	$5.75	-$15,150.00	$14,375.00

Yes, you can; however, we do NOT recommend cutting PVC board at home. Talking to our service representative about our specialty cut options to have a clean, professional cut so that your marketing message is much more effective.

With Foamcoreprint.com, It's as easy as one, two, three! Order, Upload and Approve your Online Proof; it's just that simple.

The physical weight of 1/8" PVC sign  is 0.3343 lbs per ft.². The exact measurements for weight calculation on your specif dimension product can be figured by multiplying your length x width divided by 144 = Your Physical Weight.

Yes, holes drilled go all the way through the board. Holes drilled are designed with screws and bolts to secure the signage safely to a pole or wall.

Drilled holes are .25" 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 holes in the online proofing stage.

Yes, you can. While PVC board sign material is fairly easy to drill through with the proper home drill and metal bits It is not recommended.

Grommets offer the edges of your board more additional reinforcement when hanging with hooks.

Yes, grommets go all the way through the board. When applied, the grommet penetrates the surface through the center and the backing of the board.

The placement of your grommets is crucial to avoid unwanted holes in your designs. Grommets are an automated hanging option and, when selected, will be placed automatically without any person looking at your art files. Grommets are placed .75" on center from each corner the option is selected, the holes themselves are .37”.

Our hardware/ mounting option for PVC signs are called standoffs. A standoff 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.

A Cut option is not required; it is a unique finishing option for shapes other than standard square or rectangles. Here is a list of custom cut PVC signs optional styles;

1. Circle-Cut (perfect circles) We prefer you submit full-scale square designs with your colors flooded edge to edge; you will see the final circle layout in the proofing process.
2. Oval-Cut (perfect ovals) same as the circle above
3. Halo-Cut (you are in control of the path the CNC machine takes, unique custom outside shape) 
4. Special-Cut (custom shape, inside and outside cuts are okay) Both Special & Halo Cuts require additional art set up; check out How to Set Up-Cut Files.

Everything Foam Core Print offers is manufactured to spec or "custom to order," meaning the clients selects the exact finish size down to 100th of an inch. We can manufacture as small as 4x4" and as large on one sheet at 48x96".

PVC has a matte finish only. We do NOT currently have an option for signs printed with UV shinny finish.

A good rule of thumb is no less than half the height of your board. Example;

• 5w x 7h" requires 3 to 5" easel
• 8w x 10h" requires 5 to 7" easel
• 18w x 24h" requires 12 to 15" easel

Standard turn around 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 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.

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 creat the custom PVC sign design of your dream, start a chat or email info@foamcoreprint.com the details of your requests to schedlue a phone call to go over pricing and the final details.

You will need to place the 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.

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.