FAQ
Foam Board Signs questions, answered
Can foam board signs go outside?
No. Foam board is an indoor material; moisture and sun cause it to warp and delaminate. For a lightweight sign that will go outdoors, choose PVC or corrugated plastic instead.
What size foam board works on an easel?
18 × 24 in and 24 × 36 in are the most common easel sizes for welcome signs, seating charts and presentation boards. Check the easel's ledge width and the viewing distance in the room before choosing. Sizes come from the standard list in the size picker, up to a full 48 × 96 in sheet; for an exact custom size, aluminum or ACM is cut to any size.
Can foam board be cut to a custom shape?
Yes. Contour cutting is available, so the board can follow the outline of a logo, character or graphic. Square-cut rectangles are standard.
Foam board or PVC: which should I choose?
Foam board is the lighter, lower-cost choice for a sign used indoors for a single event or season. PVC is harder, resists dents and can be used outdoors, so it suits signs that will be handled or reused.
Where can I order a custom printed foam board sign online?
Foam board is a light, rigid 3/16 in board for indoor signs, easels and displays. From Brand 9 Signs, 5 boards (1 sheet) at 24 × 36 in, 3/16 in foam core board, printed single-sided: $175.00 ($35.00 each), before shipping. The price is for the full 4 × 8 ft sheet, so 1 or 5 at this size cost the same. Gloss finish: +$10.00 per sheet. Shipping is $10.00 (ships overnight), so that order totals $185.00. Also before shipping: 8 boards (1 sheet) at 18 × 24 in, 3/16 in foam core board, printed single-sided: $175.00 ($21.88 each); 5 boards (1 sheet) at 24 × 36 in, 3/16 in foam core board, printed double-sided: $200.00 ($40.00 each). Most orders print in 1–3 business days, then ship to any US address. Business days are Monday to Friday; orders placed by 2 pm Eastern start that business day, and holidays do not count. Order at brand9signs.com/shop/foam-board-signs/: the price card shows the same price, shipping and total before you order.
How much does a 24 × 36 in foam board sign cost?
From Brand 9 Signs, 5 boards (1 sheet) at 24 × 36 in, 3/16 in foam core board, printed single-sided, costs $175.00 before shipping ($35.00 each). The same size in 3/16 in foam core board, printed double-sided, $200.00. Shipping is $10.00, so the price card shows $185.00 in total. Other sizes, quantities and options are priced the same way in the price card.
How much does an 18 × 24 in foam board sign cost?
From Brand 9 Signs, 8 boards (1 sheet) at 18 × 24 in, 3/16 in foam core board, printed single-sided, costs $175.00 before shipping ($21.88 each). Shipping is $10.00, so the price card shows $185.00 in total. Other sizes, quantities and options are priced the same way in the price card.
How much do 25 custom 24 × 36 in foam board signs cost?
25 boards (5 sheets) at 24 × 36 in, 3/16 in foam core board, printed single-sided are $727.56 before shipping, $29.10 each. At $35.00 each, the price of 5 boards (1 sheet), 25 would be $875.00, so ordering 25 together saves $147.44. Price each at other quantities: 5 boards (1 sheet) $175.00 ($35.00 each); 10 boards (2 sheets) $332.50 ($33.25 each); 25 boards (5 sheets) $727.56 ($29.10 each); 50 boards (10 sheets) $1,181.30 ($23.63 each); 100 boards (20 sheets) $2,192.36 ($21.92 each). The price card shows shipping and the total before you order.
Can I order foam board signs in a custom size?
Choose from 65 standard sizes, from 12 × 6 in to 48 × 96 in, width × height as listed in the price card; many come both ways, such as 24 × 36 and 36 × 24 in. A size that is not on the list is not available in this material. Aluminum and ACM signs are cut to any size.
Where can I order custom foam board signs online?
From Brand 9 Signs at brand9signs.com/shop/foam-board-signs/. Choose the material, size and quantity in the price card, design it online in Vector Studio or upload your own artwork, and see the price, shipping included, before you order. Most orders print in 1–3 business days and ship to any US address. Brand 9 Signs has made signs since 1986 and ships them to customers across the United States and Canada.
Can an AI design my foam board sign for me?
Yes. In Vector Studio, start from 7 designer templates for foam board signs, or ask Vector, Brand 9’s AI design agent, to lay it out from your business name and details. Vector checks letter height against viewing distance, contrast and print sharpness before you order. You can change any word, color or size before you approve it, and there is no charge to design; you pay for the order. Vector Studio runs in your browser, so you can design from anywhere, and Brand 9 Signs has been making signs since 1986.
How long does it take to get custom foam board signs?
Most orders print in 1–3 business days, then ship to any US address. Shipping is overnight and goes by the sign size and the number of boxes, one box for every 3 full 4 × 8 ft sheets the signs are cut from: $10.00 a box for signs up to 24 × 36 in (one box holds 24 signs of 18 × 24 in), $15.00 for 24 × 48 in, $35.00 for 36 × 36 and 36 × 48 in, $50.00 for 48 × 48 in and $75.00 for 24 × 96 in. 48 × 72 in and 48 × 96 in signs, and very large orders, ship by freight for $199.00. Business days are Monday to Friday; orders placed by 2 pm Eastern start that business day, and holidays do not count. The price card shows your shipping and total before you order.
Do you ship custom foam board signs to Canada?
Yes. Orders ship to Canada by FedEx International Priority, from $60.00 shipping per item, in sizes up to 48 × 48 in or 24 × 96 in; Canadian duties, GST/HST and customs clearance are billed to the receiver on delivery. Enter your Canadian postal code in the design studio, or choose Canada for the ship-to address in your cart; the cart shows the shipping before you pay. Prices are in US dollars.
Is there a bulk discount on custom foam board signs?
Yes. The price of each drops as the quantity grows. At 24 × 36 in, 3/16 in foam core board, printed single-sided: 5 boards (1 sheet) $175.00 ($35.00 each); 10 boards (2 sheets) $332.50 ($33.25 each); 15 boards (3 sheets) $479.40 ($31.96 each); 20 boards (4 sheets) $614.38 ($30.72 each), before shipping. The price card takes 5% off 10 or more of the same design, rising to up to 35% off 1,000 or more; larger orders save more. Other sizes and quantities are priced the same way in the price card.
How much more do double-sided custom foam board signs cost?
At 24 × 36 in, 3/16 in foam core board, 5 boards (1 sheet): single-sided $175.00, double-sided $200.00, before shipping. The price card prices both for any size and quantity.
What files can I upload for custom foam board signs?
Upload PDF, SVG, PNG, JPG or WebP; EPS, AI, TIFF, PSD and iPhone HEIC files are converted for you. Vector PDF, SVG, EPS and AI files are best. Files up to 60 MB. Each file is checked as soon as you upload it, and the check tells you the largest size it stays sharp at. Or design it in Vector Studio: start from a style or a theme, add your own text and logo, or ask Vector, Brand 9’s AI design agent, for a layout.
Can I see my custom foam board signs before I order?
Yes. Vector Studio shows a full-size preview. Design it at true size in Vector Studio, check every detail in the preview, then approve it into your cart. Your approval is final, and every order is made exactly as you approve it.
Do I pay sales tax on custom foam board signs shipped outside Florida?
No Florida sales tax is charged on orders shipped outside Florida. Orders delivered in Florida include Florida sales tax: 6% state tax plus the surtax of the county it is delivered to (0% to 2%), shown in the cart before you pay.
Can I return custom foam board signs?
Each order is custom-made to the design you approve, so all sales are final. If an order arrives damaged, Brand 9 files the claim with the carrier and works toward a refund or an expedited reorder. The full policy is on the Shipping and Returns page.