Event signage made simple: corrieboard, Foamex, roll-up banners and posters.

Spring and summer events across Ireland move fast. One wet afternoon, a gusty seafront evening, a tight set-up window at the hotel, and then doors open. Your signage has to be clear, durable and quick to deploy.

This guide explains the core materials used for Irish events in May to August, how they handle weather, the mounting and storage basics, artwork setup that avoids delays, and when to go standard size or custom. It also outlines lead times in peak season and practical sustainability notes. The goal is to help you choose with confidence, then brief files that print right the first time.

Jaycee is a trusted Irish family printing company in Galway, serving nationwide with single items and large runs, hotel deliveries for conferences and rush options where possible.

Material overview and where each works best.

• Corrieboard, also called corriboard or fluted polypropylene. Lightweight plastic with channels. Best for short-term outdoor signs, directional boards, roadside notices and crowd guidance. Cost-effective, easy to cable-tie to fences and barriers.

• Foamex, rigid PVC board in 5mm thickness. Smooth, solid and flatter than corrieboard for a premium look. Ideal for indoor displays, stage backdrops, sponsor boards and semi-permanent wayfinding. Can be used outdoors for short to medium periods.

• Posters, paper or synthetic stock. Great for noticeboards, shop windows, venue walls and temporary displays. Indoors mainly; outdoors if protected in frames or cases. For quick campaign changes and high-volume messaging.

• Roll-up banner, also called a pop up banner. A pull-up cassette system with a printed graphic on a coated film. Compact to carry, sets up in seconds, perfect at registration desks, conference stages, retail foyers and sponsor points.

If you need a single category page for options and examples, see JayCee’s printed signs and poster printing ranges.

Durability and weather in Irish conditions.

• Corrieboard. Weather resistant and water safe. In typical Irish summer conditions it usually lasts weeks to a few months outdoors. Strong winds can bend or crease if not well fixed. UV fade is gradual, faster in full sun.

• Foamex. The board itself can get wet without swelling, and the print can be laminated for extra protection. Outdoors, handle short campaigns. Indoors, Foamex looks sharp for years if handled carefully.

• Posters. Standard paper is indoor only unless placed in a waterproof frame. For window or outdoor frames, ask for synthetic or laminated posters for splash resistance.

• Roll-up banner. Designed for indoor use. The graphic film resists scuffs; not suitable for rain or wind. Use near entrances, lobbies or stages rather than outdoors.

Expected lifespan varies by exposure and handling. For multi-week outdoor campaigns, consider lamination on Foamex or use corrieboard with frequent refreshes.

Mounting, reusability and storage.

Corrieboard:

• Mount with cable ties through eyelets or pierced flute holes. Suction cups for glass. Temporary stakes for grass verges where permitted.

• Store flat, avoid heavy stacking on corners. Can bow if heat warped; keep cool and dry.

Foamex:

• Fix with screws and wall plugs, stand-offs for a gallery look, or VHB tape on smooth walls. For temporary installs, use Command-style strips rated for the board weight.

• Reusable. Replace the panel when the message changes or keep undated artwork. Store flat with protective sheets to avoid scuffs.

Posters:

• Pin, clip frames, snap frames or poster rails. Replace frequently for campaigns. Store rolled in tubes, print face out to reduce curl.

Roll-up banners:

• Set the base on a level surface, pull the pole to full height, then lift the banner slowly. Retract carefully to avoid edge curl.

• Highly reusable if messaging is evergreen. Transport in the supplied carry bag; keep dry and upright.

Standard sizes and when to go custom.

Common picks for speed and cost:

• Corrieboard and Foamex. A3, A2, A1, A0, plus popular 600 x 400 mm, 800 x 600 mm, 1200 x 800 mm.

• Posters. A3, A2, A1, A0. If you need a quick reference for paper dimensions, see JayCee’s paper size guide blog for A3 size and A4 in inches.

• Roll-up banner. The standard visible sizes are 800 x 2000mm and 850 x 2000mm. Wider cassettes like 1000mm are available on request.

Go custom when signage must fit a truss, DJ booth, table front, or a tight venue alcove. Custom cuts on Foamex and corrieboard are straightforward.

Artwork setup that avoids last-minute edits.

• Bleed. Supply minimum 2mm bleed on all sides for large-format boards and posters unless specified otherwise.

• Safe zone. Keep key text and logos at least 10mm from the trim edge on small boards and 20mm on large boards or banners.

• Resolution by viewing distance. For handheld or close-up displays, aim for 300dpi at final size. For A1 to A0 posters viewed at 1 to 2 metres, 150 to 200dpi is typically sufficient. For stage backdrops viewed from 3 metres or more, 100 to 150dpi can be fine if the source art is clean.

• Colour and fonts. Export CMYK PDFs with fonts embedded or outlined. Avoid thin hairlines that can disappear at scale.

• Preflight. Name files clearly and supply separate PDFs for each panel. For document sets like programs, Jaycee can print documents as booklets, with options for saddle stitching and professional bookbinding.

If you plan to laminate, tell the team so margins and panel joins are set correctly. Jaycee offers lamination for added durability on suitable materials.

Lead times and peak season planning.

From May to August, large-format production is busy. Typical lead time for boards, roll-ups and banners is 2 to 6 working days once artwork is approved. Add courier time for nationwide delivery. Complex custom sizes or very large runs can extend timelines. If you have a fixed install date or conference slot, pre-order early and flag hotel deliveries if needed. Jaycee can arrange hotel drop-offs for conferences in Galway and ship nationwide. Rush options are often possible; availability varies with workload and stock.

Sustainable print and recycling notes.

• Corrieboard and Foamex are plastics. Reuse is the best approach. Keep messaging undated where possible, store clean and flat, and rotate for annual events.

• Many local recycling streams accept polypropylene offcuts and some rigid PVC through specialist partners. Check with your waste provider.

• Posters can be printed on recycled or FSC-certified paper. Use frames to protect and extend life. 

Jaycee capabilities for events.

• Single items to large runs across corrieboard, Foamex, roll-ups and posters

• Rush options where possible during peak months

• Hotel deliveries for conferences and events in Galway

• Nationwide delivery with online ordering

• Support with artwork checks, file prep and final prints

• Full range of complementary materials, from flyers and leaflets to brochures and booklets

If you need a one-stop route for varied event collateral, explore Jaycee’s custom printing options to print documents, boards and banners.

Quick FAQs.

• Is Foamex the same as foam board? No. Foamex is solid PVC sheet, rigid and smooth. Foam board, often called foamcore, has a foam centre with paper liners. Foam board is lighter but dents more easily and is mainly for indoor, short-term use.

• How do you attach Foamex to a wall? Use screws and wall plugs, stand-offs for a premium look, VHB tape on clean smooth walls, or Command-style strips for temporary installs. Choose fixings based on board size and wall surface.

• Is Foamex easy to cut? Yes. It can be cut cleanly with a sharp knife on thin gauges or with saws and CNC for thicker boards and custom shapes. Professional cutting yields the best edges.

• How long does Foamex last? Indoors, several years is typical if handled well. Outdoors, use it for short to medium campaigns, and consider lamination. Lifespan depends on thickness, exposure and mounting.

• Can Foamex get wet? The PVC sheet is water resistant and does not swell like paper-based boards. The printed surface can be protected further with lamination.

• What is an alternative to Foamex? For outdoor budget signs, corrieboard is common. For a premium indoor panel, consider acrylic; for temporary indoor posters, choose framed paper or synthetic posters.

• Can you print a document as a booklet? Yes. Jaycee prints and binds booklets, including event programmes and brochures, with options for saddle stitch and lamination where suitable.

• What is a pop up banner? A portable roll-up display in a cassette base with a support pole. It assembles in seconds and is designed for indoor use.

• What is the standard size for a roll-up banner? The most common sizes are 800 x 2000mm and 850 x 2000 mm visible area. Other widths are available on request.

Summary and next step.

Choose corrieboard for fast outdoor notices, Foamex for clean rigid panels, posters for high-volume messaging, and roll-ups for portable indoor impact. Plan for Irish weather, pick the right media, and set artwork with bleed, safe zones and viewing-distance resolution. Order early in peak months and consider reusability to reduce waste.

Ready to plan your event kit? Start with printed signs and poster printing, then add a standard 850 mm roll-up banner for your welcome point. If you want everything coordinated in one order, contact Jaycee and the team will advise on sizes and delivery timelines.