Print Materials For Custom Signs
At UK POS, we offer a wide range of custom printed signs crafted from high-quality materials to suit every display need. Whether you're looking for indoor signage for retail spaces or durable outdoor solutions, selecting the right material is key to both impact and longevity. This page will guide you through the various types of materials we use, helping you make an informed choice for your bespoke signage.
Semi-Rigid Waterproof Posters
We can supply you with custom-printed posters to fit your displays. We print onto 160 micron semi-rigid polypropylene which has excellent lay-flat properties. Our posters are scratch-resistant, tear-resistant and waterproof, making them perfect for use both indoors and outside.
Our prints have a matte finish in order to reduce glare and reflections, keeping your graphics vivid and eye-catching.
Use with these products:
✅ Indoor poster displays
✅ Outdoor poster displays
Material | Thickness | Waterproof |
Polypropylene | 160 micron | Yes |

Printed Duratrans for Backlit Signs

Duratrans is short for “durable transparency”, and it allows just enough light to pass through to illuminate your graphics perfectly, while having a high-quality print. Our backlit material is a 280gsm, 200 micron polyester film, which is coated on both sides to guarantee sharp, bright images.
It’s tear-resistant and waterproof, making it suitable for use both indoors and outdoors. Your prints will have a matte finish to reduce glare and reflections. When lit, your displays have a sharp and eye-catching finish.
Use with these products:
✅ LED backlit poster light boxes
✅ Illuminated totems
✅ LED window displays
Material | Thickness | GSM | Waterproof |
Polyester film | 200 micron | 280 gsm | Yes |
Printed Roller Banners
We use a 230 micron material for our roller banners. It’s a durable 315gsm, with water-resistant and tear-resistant qualities.
The PVC/PET printed banners feature a grey backing to help prevent show-through of your graphics. The special satin finish ensures vivid, punchy prints that last.
Use with these products:
✅ Roller banners
Material | Thickness | GSM | Waterproof |
PVC/PET | 230 micron | Yes | Yes |

Foamex Signs

Foamex is a form of lightweight yet durable PVC used to make rigid sign boards between 3mm and 5mm thick. They can be mounted directly onto walls or used with various sign holders
Waterproof and suitable for use indoors or outdoors, it's great for anywhere you need to display a robust board.
We manufacture these foamex signs in your choice of 8 different sizes, all with high-quality print.
Use with these products:
✅ Easels
Material | Thickness | Waterproof |
PVC | 3mm-5mm | Yes |
You can opt to get your printed signs separately, such as to replace your existing ones. Or you can choose to get your poster frames and banner stands supplied complete and ready-to-use with these custom prints.
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Printed Semi-Rigid Waterproof Posters
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Printed Poster for Backlit LED Displays
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Custom Printed Foamex Board
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Premium Backlit Paper Pack
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Snap Frame 25mm Frame
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Outdoor LED Illuminated Poster Frame
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Steel Base Banner Holder
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Premium Roller Banner Kit
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A Board Pavement Sign
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Double Sided Hanging LED Backlit Snap Frame
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Adjustable Metal Easel Display Stand
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Water Base Pavement Sign
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