How Can I Use PVC Foam Board?

Did you know that as well as offering a wide range of acrylic for a variety of applications, we also offer PVC foam board for screen and digital printing? In this blog, we discuss the uses of PVC foam and why it is beneficial for your application.

What is PVC foam?

PVC foam stands for polyvinyl chloride foam, it is a flexible, lightweight material that is ideal for screen and digital printing. Typically, the material is used for signage and exhibition panels and is one of the most common types of plastic that is used in industry. Its properties mean that it can be used in a wide range of applications, both on a smaller and larger scale.

What are the benefits of PVC foam?

PVC foam has a range of benefits that make it ideal for a wide range of applications in many different industries:

• It’s lightweight - PVC foam is much lighter than solid PVC, which makes it ideal for signage or presentation boards, as it is easy to pick up and carry around.
• Easy cleaning -PVC foam board is easy to clean and maintain. This is ideal for boards that are used in multiple environments, such as exhibitions and events.
• Versatility - there are many different ways in which the foam board can be manipulated - whether you need to glue, paint, saw or even drill through the sheets, the foam makes it easy to process.
• Printing capabilities - ideal for event signage and exhibitions, foam board can be printed on a large scale. Whether it’s imagery or graphic design, you can shout about your products and services on foam board for a range of shows.
• Durability - with multiple events and shows to attend, you’ll need signage that is durable and can withstand movement and the different environments, which PVC foam board offers.
• 100% recycled - we now supply a 100% recycled PVC Foam, Palight® Renew, manufactured in the UK, this recycled substrate has the same white direct printing surface as our original Palight range.

Where can PVC foam board be found?

Due to its versatility PVC foam board is the material of choice for a wide range of applications. As we’ve discussed before, the most common application for foam board is for event signage, POS displays, plus many more. On a larger scale, PVC foam may be found in construction and marine applications. The versatility of this material allows it to be used as creatively as a builder needs. 

Why choose Perspex Distribution for PVC foam?

Perspex Distribution are leaders in providing high quality products to a range of market sectors. Our PVC foam board is ideal when you need signage that will last through years of exhibitions. With a range of thicknesses form 1mm - 25mm, there is no end to the ways you can utilise it.  The range of PVC foam includes Palight, Palight Print Plus, Palight 2001, Palight Print Plus LW, Palboard and Palight RE-NU. Purchasing PVC foam board from us means you get:

• Quick delivery across the country from one of our five distribution units - our cut-to-size sheets are delivered within 24 hours of purchase.
• Competitive pricing across all of our stock.
• A large stock holding.
• Your own account manager who helps you to meet your needs and deadlines.

If you are interested in any of the products we’ve mentioned here, don’t hesitate to contact us and our team will be happy to discuss your requirements and deadlines with you. You can also request a sample of our materials to ensure it’s the right one for your needs before you purchase.