Outside a cafe, in a shopping centre forecourt, along a footpath or at the entrance to an event space, an A-frame sign stops foot traffic and communicates a message in seconds. The format is simple, the production cost is low and the ability to swap printed inserts makes the investment reusable across seasons, promotions and campaigns. Print Haus produces A-frame sign inserts, complete A-frame packages with printed inserts and sandwich board graphics for retail, hospitality, real estate, health and beauty, and event businesses across Melbourne.
The printed insert is the component of an A-frame sign that is changed out as messaging updates.
Inserts are printed on substrates suited to their environment and intended display duration:
Corflute (corrugated polypropylene) – a lightweight plastic board suited to short-term outdoor display; available in 3mm and 5mm thickness; prints in full colour and is weather resistant
PVC foam board – a rigid board with a smooth print surface; suited to indoor display and short-term outdoor use; available in 3mm and 5mm thickness
Heavy-duty PVC – used for longer-term outdoor applications where durability and UV resistance are required; suitable for retail forecourts and external signage environments
Poster inserts on 150gsm to 200gsm coated paper – suited to A-frame holders with a clear acetate front panel; the most cost-effective option for high-frequency message changes
Standard A-frame sign insert sizes include:
For businesses purchasing new A-frames, Print Haus supplies complete packages including the A-frame hardware and printed inserts. Standard steel or aluminium A-frames are available in sizes to suit A1 and A0 print inserts. For businesses with existing frames requiring replacement inserts only, print-only supply is available at standard turnaround. Full details on A-frame signs and sandwich boards are available. Related outdoor signage products including footpath signs, banners and window graphics are also produced by Print Haus.
A-frame signs are one component of a broader signage strategy for retail and hospitality environments. Corporate signage including shopfront lettering, window vinyl and lobby displays is produced alongside A-frame inserts for businesses fitting out a new premises or refreshing their signage. The Print Haus graphic design team is available to produce A-frame artwork that is consistent with shopfront and interior signage across the same premises. Artwork specifications for A-frame inserts and signage are detailed on the artwork guidelines page.
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For outdoor environments, corflute (3mm or 5mm corrugated polypropylene) is the most common choice for short-term to medium-term display. Heavy-duty PVC is used where longer-term outdoor durability is required. Both substrates print in full colour and are weather resistant.
Yes. Replacement inserts are available without purchasing a new frame. Standard insert sizes and custom sizes to suit existing frame dimensions are both available. Artwork should be supplied to the exact insert dimensions with 3mm bleed.
Artwork should be supplied as a press-ready PDF at the exact insert dimensions with 3mm bleed applied to all edges, images at 300dpi and colours in CMYK mode. For large-format sign production, high-resolution files are particularly important for quality output at print size.
Yes. Double-sided printing is available for A-frame inserts, allowing a different message to be displayed on each face. This is suited to footpath environments where the sign is visible from both directions.
Standard turnaround for A-frame insert printing is 3 to 5 business days from approved artwork. Same-day and next-day turnaround may be available for simple insert formats subject to current production scheduling.
Our OPM service is the perfect solution for your repeat orders. There is no limit to what artwork can be uploaded such as stationery, business cards, or any products which may require custom editing.
