Display Boards Scotland: The Complete Buying Guide
Quick answer: Print Studio Scotland prints display boards in-house at its Paisley studio across four ranges: rigid Foamex Display Boards (A4–A0, from £11.50), Shaped Display Boards cut to any custom outline (from £13.50), Super Size Cheques for fundraising presentations (from £49.95), and weatherproof Correx Signs for outdoor use (from £7.50). Typical turnaround is 2–4 working days, with next-day delivery across Scotland and click & collect from Paisley.
What Is a Display Board?
Display board is a broad term covering any rigid, printed panel used for signage, point of sale, exhibitions or presentations — as opposed to a poster, which is typically paper-based and unmounted. Print Studio Scotland's range covers the full spread of that job: smooth premium Foamex for indoor and outdoor displays, custom-cut shaped boards for standout props and signage, a dedicated giant cheque product for fundraising moments, and economical Correx for outdoor and temporary signage.
Why Buy Your Display Boards From an In-House Scottish Printer
Search "display board printing Scotland" and much of what comes up is resellers — you order online, your artwork gets forwarded to a trade printer elsewhere in the UK, and you never see the print run or control the schedule.
Print Studio Scotland is different. Every board we sell is printed, cut and finished in-house at our own studio in Paisley, Renfrewshire — not brokered out. That matters in practical ways:
- 16 years of production experience. We've been printing large-format rigid graphics in Paisley since 2010, so material handling, cutting and finishing are second nature to our team.
- Precision cutting, done in-house. Shaped boards, custom sizes and drilled fixing holes are all cut on our own equipment, not sent to a separate finishing house — so complex jobs stay under one roof from print to trim.
- Faster, more reliable turnaround. With no third party in the chain, we can hold to a genuine 2–4 working day standard turnaround, and move quickly if a rush order or last-minute change comes in.
- A material for every job. Premium rigid Foamex for presentation-quality indoor and outdoor displays, and lightweight weatherproof Correx or DiPlast for budget-conscious outdoor signage — chosen and printed by people who know how each behaves on press and outdoors.
- Fast, personal service. Questions about artwork, fixings or a rush job go straight to the people producing your board, not a call centre. Our in-house design team can also build your artwork from scratch at £35 per hour.
Want the fuller picture? Read our deep dive on in-house printing vs a print broker.
The Full Print Studio Scotland Display Board Range
Four ranges cover every display board job, from a single A4 sign to a nationwide Correx rollout. See our full size chart and materials guide for the specifics on every product.
| Display Board | From | Best For | Standard Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Boards (Foamex) | £11.50 | Point of sale, menu boards, workplace signage, exhibitions | 2–4 working days |
| Shaped Display Boards | £13.50 | Photo props, PR backdrops, directional signage with personality | 2–4 working days |
| Super Size Cheques | £49.95 | Charity presentations, prize giveaways, sponsorship photo calls | 2–4 working days |
| Correx Signs | £7.50 | Outdoor signage, for-sale boards, wayfinding, bulk rollouts | 2–4 working days |
Browse the whole collection on our display boards page.
How to Choose the Right Display Board
For a detailed head-to-head on materials, see our Foamex vs Correx comparison. Otherwise, here's a quick guide by use case:
Point of sale, menus or workplace signage
Our Foamex Display Boards are our best-selling display product — a smooth, professional rigid finish in sizes from A4 to A0, with optional dry-wipe laminate for reusable menu and specials boards, or chrome wall fixings for a premium mounted look.
Standing out at an event, launch or photo call
Our Shaped Display Boards take the same premium Foamex and cut it to any custom outline — a logo, silhouette, giant number or arrow — for photo props, PR backdrops and characterful directional signage.
A charity or fundraising presentation
Our Super Size Cheques come with a dry-wipe laminate as standard, so the same cheque can be written on, wiped clean and reused for future presentations.
Outdoor signage on a budget, or in bulk
Our Correx Signs are lightweight, weatherproof and priced to scale — the natural choice for estate agent boards, construction site signage, event wayfinding and nationwide rollouts, with bulk pricing up to 100 units.
Long-term outdoor display
Add a laminate to a Foamex board for extra weather protection, or choose the thicker 5.5mm DiPlast option within our Correx range for added durability.
Display Board Sizes Explained
Our Foamex and Shaped boards run from A4 up to A0 in 3mm or 5mm thickness. Correx Signs cover the same A4–A0 range in 4mm Correx or 5.5mm DiPlast. Super Size Cheques come in two dedicated sizes, 1000 x 500mm and 1200 x 700mm. For a full size chart and help choosing the right dimensions, see our dedicated Display Board Sizes Guide.
Turnaround Times & Delivery Across Scotland
Because printing happens in-house in Paisley, display boards across the range are produced in 2–4 working days as standard. We deliver next-day by courier UK-wide, and customers in Renfrewshire and the wider Glasgow area are welcome to click & collect directly from our Paisley studio — handy if you need boards the same week for an event in Glasgow, Paisley, or the West of Scotland.
Artwork & Design Help
Already have print-ready artwork? Great — we just need a PDF with 3mm bleed, CMYK colour and 300dpi resolution (templates are available on each product page). Don't have artwork yet? Our in-house graphic design team can build it for you at £35 per hour (a flat £15 for Super Size Cheques, which use a set template) — just get in touch before you order for a quick, no-obligation quote. For full file specs, cut-line guidance and common mistakes to avoid, see our Display Board Artwork & Design Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Foamex and Correx display boards?
Foamex is a rigid, smooth PVC board ideal for high-quality indoor and outdoor displays — our most popular display board material. Correx is a lightweight, weatherproof fluted plastic that's more economical and perfect for temporary outdoor signage. See our full Foamex vs Correx comparison.
How much does display board printing cost?
Prices at Print Studio Scotland start from £7.50 for an A4 Correx sign and £11.50 for an A4 Foamex Display Board, up to £49.95 for a Super Size Cheque. Pricing scales with size, thickness and quantity — see individual product pages for full details.
How quickly can you print display boards?
Standard turnaround is 2–4 working days across the display board range. All production happens at our Paisley studio, so we control the schedule end to end rather than relying on a third-party printer.
Can display boards be used outdoors?
Yes. Foamex boards can be used outdoors, and we recommend adding a matt or gloss laminate for extra weather protection on longer-term outdoor displays. Correx signs are weatherproof as standard and designed specifically for outdoor use.
Can you cut boards to a custom shape?
Yes — our Shaped Display Boards can be cut to any custom shape within your chosen size, perfect for photo-shoot props, directional signage and eye-catching promotional displays.
Do you print display boards in-house, or do you outsource?
Every board we sell is printed, cut and finished in-house at our own studio in Paisley — we don't broker orders out to third-party printers. We've operated this way for over 16 years.
Can you design my display board artwork for me?
Yes. Our in-house graphic design team can create your artwork from scratch at £35 per hour (a flat £15 for Super Size Cheques). Contact us before placing your order for a quick quote.
About Print Studio Scotland
Print Studio Scotland is a family-run, in-house print business based in Paisley, Renfrewshire, serving customers across Glasgow, Edinburgh and the whole of Scotland. For over 16 years we've combined a skilled production team with our own presses and finishing equipment to offer fast, personal print services — display boards, posters, large format displays and everyday print essentials — without the delays and mark-ups that come from working with a print broker. Read more about our studio or see what customers say in our reviews.
Get Your Display Board Quote
Browse the full display board range, see our Display Board Sizes Guide for help choosing a size, or contact our Paisley studio for advice on artwork or a bulk quote.