
A-boards with snap frames - perfect A frame signs
How do you improve on the tried-and-tested design of the classic A-board? With the addition of snap frames to enable hassle-free poster changes, that's how! If you're looking for a reliable way to promote your business, services, or event, our A-boards with snap frames are the perfect choice. These A-frame signs are a popular choice for shops, cafes, restaurants, and a range of other businesses that need to display posters, menus, promotions, or events in a way that's both eye-catching and easy to update.
Why choose an A-frame sign?
Our A-frame sign holders, fitted with professional-quality, easy poster change snap frames, are designed for ultimate convenience. They're sturdy enough to last in the toughest of retail or attraction environments with heavy-duty aluminium sides and durable silver or black coatings. All of our A-frame signs come with steel-coated back panels on the snap frames and safety rounded corners to reduce the risk of accidents. Our sturdy yet lightweight A-boards fold flat for easy storage and transport, making them ideal for both indoor and outdoor use.
Key features
- Quick and easy poster changes: the snap frame design lets you change your graphic in moments, keeping your messages fresh and relevant.
- Durable and weather-resistant: built to withstand outdoor use, the A-frame signs come with anti-glare protective covers to help keep your posters in good condition.
- Variety of sizes: we offer a range of A-board sizes to suit different spaces and display needs, from compact options for tight spaces to large versions for maximum impact.
- Stable and foldable design: the robust yet foldable design ensures stability while allowing for easy storage when not in use.
A-board sizes
Choosing the right size is important! When considering A board sizes, being aware of the space you have available on the pavement, forecourt, or car park of your business or venue is crucial. Please do not guesstimate the size, as A-frame pavement signs are bulky to ship and mistakes can be costly to rectify. In general:
- A2-sized A boards are compact, unobtrusive, will fit in the average car and are easy to handle. This is a popular for use at exhibitions, in markets, cafes, or within a store entrance foyer.
- A1-sized A-frames are the most popular size on the high street and in shopping malls. The large display area ensures that your promotional poster can be easily seen from a distance.
- Double Royal A board is an extra-large display for transport hubs, concourses, and very large spaces. This A-board is part of our specially designed transportation signage systems collection and is complemented by a range of same-sized poster cases and stands.
Frequently asked questions about A-frame signs and sandwich board signs
What is an A frame sign?
A Frame signs are generally pavement signs with two advertising panels hinged at the top. When opened up, the triangular shape makes the sign stand up on its own. An A-Frame sign can also be folded and brought indoors at night. As an alternative to permanent advertising panels, poster frames are frequently specified - enabling the advertisement or promotion to be updated.
What is a sandwich board sign?
A sandwich board sign is the free standing pavement sign version of the sandwich boards which can be worn by street sign holders (sandwich men). Two back-to-back advertising boards can be hung over the shoulders with straps - sandwiching the person between the two boards. The pavement sign version of the sandwich board sign has two graphic panels or poster frames hinged at the top with legs to stand on the floor.
What types of A frame signs are available?
A frame signs and sandwich board signs are available in several styles and sizes. Some A Frame signs have permanent graphic panels, other incorporate poster frames or write-on blackboards.
The poster frame type of sandwich board usually incorporates snap frames.
These metal frames allow the poster or advertisement to be changed easily, which is convenient for latest offers and seasonal promotions.
What sizes of A frames and sandwich board signs are available?
Choosing the best A Frame sign size requires you to consider the available space on the pavement and the distance from which the promotion will be viewed. When choosing an A-frame sign or A-board with poster frames it is worth sticking to standard paper sizes - which generally means A2 (the smallest A-frame size), A1 (the most common pavement sign size) or A0 (which is rather large for an A Frame if intended to be carried indoors at night).