Dibond is a rigid aluminium composite board, two thin aluminium sheets bonded to a solid plastic core, and it's the more premium, durable option compared with foam board or Correx. It's the material of choice where a sign needs to look genuinely professional and last for years rather than weeks, shopfront signage, estate agent boards for a longer marketing period, or permanent directional and site signage.
The aluminium surface gives a flat, smooth finish that reproduces colour and detail sharply, and it resists warping, fading and weather damage far better than foam-based boards, making it a sensible choice for anything mounted outdoors long-term or exposed to direct sun.
Because it's rigid and doesn't flex like Correx, Dibond needs proper fixings, stand-off fixings, screws or a mounting frame, rather than stakes pushed into the ground, so factor mounting method into your order, particularly if the board is going somewhere permanent such as a wall or fence.
Because Dibond takes a genuinely sharp, flat print finish, it's also a popular choice for photography and fine art display, not just commercial signage, where a smooth, glare-reduced surface shows detail and colour more accurately than paper or foam board.
For a large sign, panels can be joined seamlessly so the finished piece appears as one continuous image rather than an obviously tiled design, worth discussing at the design stage if your sign is larger than a single standard sheet size.
Order dibond aluminium boards from Star Printers in Tooting, London. Pricing depends on your exact requirements — call 020 8123 6699 or contact us for a quote.
Large format print covers signage, display boards and anything printed at a bigger scale than standard paper sizes allow, from shopfront signs and estate agent boards to exhibition graphics and directional signage. Material choice matters as much as the print itself: foam board and Correx are lightweight and cost-effective for temporary use, while Dibond and aluminium composite boards are more rigid and durable for longer-term outdoor signage.
signage, display boards, exhibitions, directional information and retail promotion.
Finished dimensions, material, where it will be displayed and the artwork scale.
Not sure about bleed, resolution or the best material, or don't have finished artwork at all? We offer a free design service to get your file print-ready. Call 020 8123 6699 or contact us before placing the order.
Call us with the product, artwork and deadline before travelling or arranging delivery. We will confirm the production options available for your job.
| Sizes | A3 up to large custom sizes |
|---|---|
| Thickness | Standard 3mm aluminium composite as most common |
| Use | Rigid, durable signage for longer-term indoor or outdoor use |
Not sure what suits your job? Call 020 8123 6699 or contact us and we'll confirm before you order.
It is a rigid aluminium composite, far more durable and suited to permanent or long-term signage than lightweight Correx or foam board.
Yes, it is one of the more durable options we offer for long-term outdoor use.
Ask us about fixing options when ordering, this depends on the mounting surface.
Our talented team in Tooting is ready to turn your ideas into stunning prints. We’d be thrilled to welcome you to our shop, where you can see firsthand how we bring your projects to life. Have questions or need some advice? Just give us a ring at 020 8123 6699 or send us an email at photocopyuk@gmail.com .