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Waterproof PVC Poster Printing | Durable Posters

Waterproof PVC poster printing for outdoor notices, events, menus and temporary signage where paper would be vulnerable to moisture and tearing.

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Product Description for Waterproof PVC Poster Printing | Durable Posters

Waterproof PVC poster printing uses a synthetic plastic-based material instead of paper, giving the finished poster significantly better resistance to water, tearing and repeated handling.

PVC posters are useful for outdoor notices, event signage, maps, menus, instructions and temporary promotional displays where ordinary paper may soften or fail in damp conditions. Full-colour print allows the same branding, photography and text used on conventional posters while improving practical durability.

Because the material itself is water-resistant, lamination is usually unnecessary for basic protection. PVC remains flexible rather than rigid, so choose Foamex or another board when a self-supporting sign is required.

  • Once you have placed your order you can upload your print-ready artwork.
  • Please allow 3mm bleed on all sides
  • Supply as a CMYK PDF
  • To avoid disappointment, we recommend a minimum font size of 18pt and a line weight of 2pt for this product. Please have a look at our Help Centre article for more details.
  • All fonts are outlined or embedded.
  • Please ensure your resolution is 150dpi
  • Scale of 1:1.
  • 10mm safezone
  • You can download the templates by clicking “Artwork Templates”.

Technical specifications – waterproof PVC poster printing

Material: Flexible synthetic PVC poster material rather than ordinary paper, providing water resistance and significantly improved tear/handling performance for damp or exposed applications.

Printing: Full-colour CMYK large-format print.

Artwork scale: Supply at 1:1. Include 3mm bleed on all sides and maintain a minimum 10mm safe zone from the trim.

Resolution and detail: 150dpi at final size. A minimum font size of approximately 18pt and line weight of approximately 2pt is recommended for reliable large-format output. Supply a CMYK PDF with fonts outlined or embedded.

Performance: PVC is waterproof as a substrate and is more suitable than paper for wet environments, outdoor notices and frequently handled display material. It remains a flexible sheet; it is not a self-supporting rigid sign.

Mounting: If the poster must stand independently, remain perfectly flat without a frame or be mechanically fixed as a board, choose a rigid product such as Foamex/foam board as appropriate to the environment.

Production note: Avoid placing essential information close to edges that may be covered by a frame or fixing. Check the installation method before finalising the safe area, particularly for poster holders and external display cases.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Waterproof PVC Poster Printing | Durable Posters FAQs

PVC posters are printed on a synthetic plastic-based material rather than ordinary paper, giving them much better resistance to water, tearing and repeated handling.

Yes. Waterproof PVC posters are intended for applications where ordinary paper would be vulnerable to rain, dampness or frequent handling.

Typical uses include outdoor notices, event signage, menus, temporary displays, construction information, maps and promotional posters exposed to moisture.

Usually not for basic waterproofing, because the PVC material itself provides water resistance. Additional finishing depends on the required appearance and durability.

Yes. They can carry full-colour branding, photography, text and graphics while retaining the practical benefits of the synthetic material.

PVC posters are flexible and easier to roll or transport, while Foamex is a rigid board. Choose PVC for flexible waterproof print and Foamex when a self-supporting rigid sign is required.

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