Description
Professional Foamex Menu Board Printing for Hospitality & Retail
Printed Today specialises in high-quality foamex menu boards printing for restaurants, cafés, takeaways, food courts, bars and hospitality venues across the UK. Our rigid menu boards are produced on durable, lightweight PVC foam sheets that deliver sharp text clarity, vibrant food photography and excellent resistance to daily wear. Whether you need a single menu display or a complete venue fitout, our wall menu boards service gives you full control over size, finish and turnaround speed.
We offer 5 mm foamex for standard wall-mounted menus and 10 mm foamex for freestanding or double-sided indoor menu signage. Both thicknesses provide the rigidity needed for professional presentation while remaining easy to mount, update or replace as your offerings change seasonally.
Material Thickness Options
- 5 mm Foamex – ideal for wall-mounted menu boards, counter displays, takeaway menus and price lists. Lightweight yet rigid enough to hang flat without warping.
- 10 mm Foamex – recommended for freestanding menu boards, double-sided displays, floor-standing units and high-traffic areas requiring extra durability and impact resistance.
Artwork Preparation for Menu Board Printing
- Upload artwork during checkout or email files to [email protected].
- Use PDF, AI, EPS, PSD, PNG or JPEG formats at 150–300 dpi for crisp text and food imagery.
- Include 3–5 mm bleed and outline all fonts to ensure accurate menu text reproduction.
Every file is manually reviewed before production. If adjustments are needed, we contact you before printing begins to ensure your foamex menu boards printing job matches your brand standards perfectly.
Common Applications for Foamex Menu Boards
- Restaurant & café wall menus – main dining menus, specials boards, wine lists and dessert displays mounted behind counters or on feature walls.
- Takeaway menu boards – durable counter-facing displays for fish & chip shops, kebab houses, pizza parlours and sandwich bars.
- Food court & market stall signage – portable, rigid menu boards that withstand high footfall and frequent repositioning.
- Bar & pub drink menus – cocktail lists, draught beer selections and premium spirits displays that maintain clarity in low-light environments.
- Hotel breakfast & room service menus – professional presentation boards for buffet stations and in-room dining information.
- Price list displays – clear, easy-to-read pricing for salons, gyms, retail counters and service-based businesses.
Popular Menu Board Sizes
- A4 (210 × 297 mm) – compact table menus, counter displays and single-section price lists for small spaces.
- A3 (297 × 420 mm) – most popular size for takeaway menus, behind-counter displays and cafe specials boards with moderate content.
- A2 (420 × 594 mm) – full restaurant menus, comprehensive price lists and feature wall displays with multiple sections or categories.
- A1 (594 × 841 mm) – large-format main menus for spacious dining areas, food courts and prominent wall-mounted displays visible from distance.
- A0 (841 × 1189 mm) – statement menu boards for large venues, full wall coverage or drive-through menu displays requiring maximum visibility.
- Custom sizes available – 4×2 ft, 4×3 ft and bespoke dimensions for specific wall spaces or branded menu systems.
Square-Foot Pricing for Foamex Menu Board Printing – Standard & Express Delivery Options
| From (sq ft) | To (sq ft) | Standard | 72 Hours | 48 Hours | 24 Hours | Same Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0.67 | £10.53 | £12.43 | £12.86 | £14.74 | £15.27 |
| 0.68 | 1.34 | £9.61 | £11.34 | £11.73 | £13.45 | £13.94 |
| 1.35 | 2.69 | £7.28 | £8.60 | £8.88 | £10.19 | £10.55 |
| 2.70 | 5.38 | £5.04 | £5.95 | £6.14 | £7.05 | £7.30 |
| 5.39 | 10.76 | £3.44 | £4.06 | £4.20 | £4.82 | £4.99 |
| 10.77 | 13 | £3.42 | £4.02 | £4.16 | £4.78 | £4.96 |
| 13.01 | 20 | £3.39 | £4.00 | £4.13 | £4.75 | £4.92 |
| 20.01 | 27 | £3.37 | £3.98 | £4.11 | £4.71 | £4.89 |
| 27.01 | 34 | £3.31 | £3.91 | £4.04 | £4.63 | £4.81 |
| 34.01 | 40 | £3.24 | £3.82 | £3.96 | £4.54 | £4.70 |
| 40.01 | 54 | £3.21 | £3.78 | £3.91 | £4.50 | £4.66 |
| 54.01 | 67 | £3.19 | £3.76 | £3.89 | £4.46 | £4.62 |
| 67.01 | 81 | £3.11 | £3.67 | £3.78 | £4.35 | £4.51 |
| 81.01 | 100 | £3.02 | £3.57 | £3.69 | £4.23 | £4.38 |
Table Summary: This comprehensive pricing table displays per-square-foot rates for custom Foamex board printing at Printed Today across different volume tiers. Bulk discounts become progressively better as order size increases, with pricing dropping from £10.53/sq ft for small A4-sized boards down to just £3.02/sq ft for larger orders over 81 square feet. Five turnaround options are available: Standard delivery (most economical), 72-hour express, 48-hour express, 24-hour rush, and Same Day service for urgent requirements. Express delivery services add 18% to 45% premium depending on urgency, making them ideal for time-sensitive exhibitions, events, or urgent signage needs.
Lamination & Printing Options for Foamex Menu Board Printing
| Option | Multiplier |
|---|---|
| No Lamination | ×1.00 |
| Matte Lamination | ×1.10 |
| Gloss Lamination | ×1.10 |
| Double-Sided Printing (10 mm Foamex) | ×1.15 |
Table Summary: This table shows the pricing multipliers for additional finishing options on custom Foamex Menu Board Printing at Printed Today. All base prices from the main pricing table can be enhanced with protective lamination or double-sided printing. Matte and gloss lamination both add 10% to the base price, providing UV protection, scratch resistance, and enhanced durability for outdoor or high-traffic applications. Double-sided printing on 10mm Foamex boards adds 15% to accommodate the additional printing process and material handling. These multipliers are applied after calculating the base square-foot price, allowing customers to easily estimate their total costs for professional-grade finished Foamex signage with protective coatings or dual-sided graphics.
Competitor Price Comparison for Foamex Menu Board Printing
| Size | Area (sq ft) | VistaPrint | HelloPrint | BannerBuzz | HFE Signs | Printed Today |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 | 0.67 | £15.43 | £32.42 | £12.60 | £7.46 | £7.06 |
| A3 | 1.34 | £17.38 | £32.43 | £13.86 | £14.93 | £12.88 |
| A2 | 2.69 | £21.01 | £32.55 | £27.71 | £29.89 | £19.58 |
| A1 | 5.38 | £33.68 | £32.50 | £45.35 | £59.77 | £27.09 |
| A0 | 10.76 | £59.50 | £64.99 | £90.71 | £119.54 | £37.00 |
| 4×2 ft | 8 | £44.24 | £48.32 | £67.44 | £88.88 | £27.51 |
| 4×3 ft | 12 | £56.28 | £61.08 | £89.04 | £133.32 | £40.99 |
| 6×3 ft | 18 | £79.56 | £87.30 | £133.56 | £199.98 | £61.07 |
| 8×4 ft | 32 | £132.80 | £151.04 | £237.44 | £355.52 | £105.98 |
Table Summary: This competitive pricing analysis compares Printed Today’s Foamex board printing rates against four major UK competitors across standard sizes from A4 to 8×4 feet. Printed Today consistently offers the most competitive pricing in the market, with savings ranging from 18% to 74% compared to competitors depending on size and supplier. For example, an A0 board (10.76 sq ft) costs £37.00 at Printed Today versus £137.47 at HFE Signs—a saving of £100.48 or 73%. These price advantages extend across all common sizes including A-series formats (A4, A3, A2, A1, A0) and imperial measurements (4×2 ft, 4×3 ft, 6×3 ft, 8×4 ft), making Printed Today the preferred choice for cost-conscious businesses, event organizers, retailers, and exhibition contractors requiring professional Foamex signage without premium pricing.
Finishing Options for Menu Boards
- Eyelets – Top / 4 Corners / 50 cm Apart + Corners for easy wall hanging with fixings or cable suspension systems.
- Drill Holes – Top / 4 Corners for discreet mounting with screws or standoffs directly to walls or backing boards.
- Matte Lamination – reduces glare under restaurant lighting and provides wipe-clean protection against kitchen splashes and fingerprints.
- Gloss Lamination – enhances food photography vibrancy and provides durable, washable surface for high-traffic hospitality environments.
Express Turnaround Options
- Standard: 5 working days – most economical for planned menu launches or seasonal updates.
- 72-hour service – ideal for menu changes with slight urgency or promotional campaign deadlines.
- 48-hour express – fast turnaround for restaurant openings, pop-ups or event-driven menu changes.
- 24-hour rush – emergency replacement for damaged boards or last-minute menu revisions before inspections or launches.
- Same-day collection – available from our Bolton facility for urgent local requirements (order before 10am).
Why Choose Printed Today for Menu Board Printing?
Printed Today delivers professional, food-safe foamex menu boards printing with consistent colour accuracy, sharp text reproduction and competitive pricing for single boards or bulk venue rollouts. Our rigid menu boards are trusted by independent restaurants, chain operators and hospitality groups across the UK. With matte or gloss lamination options, express delivery services and expert pre-press checks, your indoor menu signage arrives ready to mount and impress customers from day one.