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A-Board Insert Printing in London

Waterproof, tear-resistant inserts for pavement signs and A-boards – printed in London with fast turnaround

A-Board Insert Printing in London
Order cut off
Order by 2pm Monday to Friday
We confirm timing once artwork is approved and stock is confirmed.
Collection
Same day when possible
Availability depends on size and quantity.
Standard
Typically 4 working days
Print and delivery.
Overview
Waterproof, tear-resistant inserts for pavement signs and A-boards, printed using HP latex inks on 320 Mic Grey Back material. The light-blocking reverse keeps your message clean and vibrant, even in bright outdoor conditions. Ready to drop straight into your existing frame.
Sizes
A2 and A1 are the most common A-board insert sizes. Custom sizes are available to fit non-standard frames — just let us know your frame dimensions when requesting a quote.
Material
Printed on 320 Mic Grey Back (HP) — a waterproof, tear-resistant media with a light-blocking reverse. Built for outdoor use and printed with HP latex inks for durable, weather-resistant colour.
Insert sizes
Set artwork to the final size wherever possible.Common A-board insert sizes:
A2: 420 × 594 mm
A1: 594 × 841 mmIf your frame takes a non-standard size, send us the internal frame dimensions and we will set it up correctly.
Best results
Keep key text large and legible from a distance. Use strong contrast between text and background. Aim for 150dpi to 300dpi at final size. If colour or imagery runs to the edge, include 3mm bleed and keep important content inside a safe margin.
Colour
Use CMYK where possible. Avoid extremely bright RGB colours as these can shift on print. If you have a specific brand colour, send a reference and we will advise.
Sending files
PDF is preferred, built to the finished size. Email smaller files, or upload large artwork using printpal.wetransfer.com.
A-Board Insert Printing in London

Waterproof A-board inserts printed in London on 320 Mic Grey Back, a tough, tear-resistant media with a light-blocking reverse, built to handle outdoor conditions. We print using HP latex inks to deliver sharp colour and long-lasting results that hold up in all weathers.

Available in A2, A1 and custom sizes to fit your existing pavement sign frame. Same-day collection is available on selected orders. All inserts are printed in-house from our North London studio.

A-Board Insert Quote

*Waterproof options suitable for both in or outdoor use.

Printed in London — outdoor-ready from the moment it leaves us
A-board inserts need to work harder than a standard poster. They sit outside in all weather, get handled regularly, and need to stay readable from a distance. That’s why we print on 320 Mic Grey Back — a robust, waterproof media with a light-blocking reverse that keeps your design looking clean whether it’s raining or bright sunshine. Our team checks sizing and artwork setup before production so your insert drops straight into the frame without any adjustments.
What we print

Café and restaurant boards

Daily specials, menus, offers and opening hours displayed outside on the pavement.

Retail and shop promotions

Sales, new arrivals and seasonal campaigns in a waterproof format that handles the weather.

Events and venue signage

Directional signs, event names and welcome messaging for outdoor use.

Not sure on size? Tell us your frame make or internal dimensions and we will set the artwork up to fit.
Material and finish

320 Mic Grey Back (HP)

Tear-resistant and waterproof with a light-blocking reverse — built for outdoor signage and pavement use.

HP latex inks

Durable, high-quality print with vibrant colour and excellent weather resistance.

Single-sided print

Printed on the face side. The grey back blocks light bleed for a clean finish, even in bright conditions.

Turnaround options

Same day collection

Available on selected sizes and quantities — order by 2pm Monday to Friday.

Standard

Typically 4 working days for print and delivery.

Delivery or collection

Collect from our North London studio or choose UK courier delivery.

Have a specific deadline? Share it when requesting your quote and we will confirm the best option before you commit.
How it works

Request your quote

Share your frame size, quantity and deadline.

Send artwork

Upload a print ready PDF or send what you have for a pre-press check.

Print and quality check

We print on 320 Mic Grey Back using HP latex inks and check colour and trim before dispatch.

Collect or delivery

Collect from our North London studio or get it delivered anywhere in the UK.

Why choose Printpal London?

Outdoor-ready material

320 Mic Grey Back is waterproof, tear-resistant and built to last outside.

Printed in house

Full control over quality from print to trim.

Fast options

Same day collection available on selected jobs.

Real support

We help with sizing, artwork setup and frame compatibility before production starts.

Frequently asked questions

What sizes do you print?

A2 and A1 are most common. Custom sizes are available — just share your frame’s internal dimensions.

What material do you use?

320 Mic Grey Back (HP) — waterproof, tear-resistant, with a light-blocking reverse. Printed with HP latex inks.

Will it fit my existing A-board?

If you give us the internal frame dimensions, we will size the print to fit correctly.

Is it waterproof?

Yes. The 320 Mic Grey Back media is fully waterproof and built for outdoor signage.

Can I get same day printing?

Often yes on smaller quantities. Order by 2pm Monday to Friday and we will confirm availability.

What file type should I send?

PDF is preferred. We can check your file and advise if anything needs adjusting before print.

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