Extremely popular, and cost-effective, Foamex, has pervaded the printing industry and if you are talking about a material that is light and also durable, then Foamex is one of the first choices that you should look into. Now to understand better what the entire hype is about – we are going to delve into the very basics of what is Foamex board made of? And then talk about the advantages of using it. So let’s begin:
What is Foamex Board?
Foamex belongs to the plastic family and to answer the question of its composition – it is made out of PVC. Originally produced in Switzerland, by a company known as 3A Composites, that is based out a small hamlet between Lucerne and Zurich – it has been patented by them over 30 years ago.
Today the material is easily and readily available all across the world and is produced in 10 different kinds of businesses that range from 1mm to 19 mm, however, the most common sizes that are used today are 3mm, 5mm and 10mm – and they find varied usage across the printing industry. Apart from the varied sizes, they are also available in nine different kinds of colours, though the most preferred colour and of course the original is white, which is the easiest to print on and would probably give you the crispest, sharpest results.
Now that we have answered the question about what is Foamex PVC board? We will go want to look into a couple of more things:
Due to the molecular structure of PVC, panels that are made out of Foamex are quite flat, even and the white colour also facilitates the best results during printing. If you are going to print directly onto the material, it gives you a matte effect, however, if you are looking for something which is a little glossier, you can put a UV varnish on the panel and it will not only make your image glossier but also give it some extra protection.
Answering the basic yet important question about what is Foamex used for, let us tell you that it is generally used for signage purposes, as it is quite durable and can withstand the external weather elements quite well. When you talk about outdoor signage, be it rain or extreme sunshine Foamex can actually bear it all. Moreover if you use the 10mm thickness board, you will get particularly fantastic results in terms of durability and also the panel would be much more resistant to any sort of wear and tear over time.
Thirdly, Foamex is really lightweight, which makes it so much easier to move around and mount, as opposed to heavy materials, so the transportation of it also is something that is not a problem at all. Of course, the fact that it is extremely durable despite being lightweight is a really important USP.
It is a really easy material to work with, in fact, not only can you cut or mill it in different shapes and sizes, you can use a plethora of ways to a fix it as well. So whatever printing means you might have, ranging from hanging signs to plaques, to your traditional advertising boards, you can achieve it all with Foamex.
Last but not the least, Foamex is extremely cost-effective, when you compare it to other materials like plywood, MDF, aluminium, etc. and what’s even better, is that, you do not have to compromise on the quality because of its price at all. You can print just about anything on it and because of its fine cellular structure, it is actually quite well suited for digital printing.
Now that we have answered the important questions about what is Foamex made of? And what are its uses? You can go ahead and choose it for your next printing needs. If you are looking for a material that is going to be cost-effective, weatherproof, varied sizing and durability, you can choose Foamex as your choice of material and you will be delighted with the kind of results you receive and also the wonders that well printed Foamex signage can do for your business.
Karishma
An enthusiastic Graphic Designer professional with strong communication and organisational skills, who is passionate about creating and developing innovative ideas with the client to help them get their business noticed. I work to the highest standards and have an excellent eye for detail with skills in design and organisation. I am a dependable and productive worker whose honesty and integrity provides effective leadership and builds excellent relationships. I enjoy innovatively…
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