*SELF ADHESIVE
Self Adhesive Mounting Boards feature a pressure sensitive adhesive with a removable liner. Mounting prints, artwork, and photos is easy with these self-stick boards. Simply peel off the liner, exposing the adhesive and press the print onto the board to mount it. You can also use Foam Board Mounting Machines that will supply even pressure over the application for the smoothest finishes. We recommend using these machines for mounting on large boards. You can buy Self Adhesive Mounting Boards online in a wide variety of sizes in either black or white. Sizes range from 8″ x 10″ up to 48″ x 96″.
Description
With self adhesive mounting boards you can create displays quickly and easily, without the need for heat or any required special equipment. Optional mounting machines for cold / pressure sensitive boards are available, and are recommended when working with extra large boards and prints. Otherwise, professional mounting can be accomplished with just one of these self-stick mounting boards, a print of your choice, and a brayer hand roller. It is so simple to mount prints to foam boards with these adhesive foam boards. Just peel pack a corner of the liner, center your print on the board and press it onto the exposed adhesive. Then peel back the rest of the liner while using a hand roller to adhere your print to the board from corner to corner, and center to edges. Using a roller is important to remove the bubbles and help avoid creases.
Self adhesive mounting boards are made of traditional foam core boars, which features a durable but lightweight polystyrene core with with clay coated facing. They are available to buy in a huge selection of sizes from as small as 8″ x 10″ up to as large as 48″ x 96″, and in black or white. Some sizes also come with either one-side or two-side adhesive. All boards are the traditional 3/16″ thick. They are a popular display solution for photo studios, personal artists, trade show organizers and companies, and so many more.
*HEAT ACTIVATED
Mounting boards that are heat activated make mounting prints simple using a mounting-capable thermal roll laminator; simply place your print onto the adhesive and run it through your machine following your machine instructions. This style of mounting board features an adhesive that is specially formulated to activate when heat is applied. The combination of quality adhesive and even pressure from the roller laminating machine provides a strong and even bond between the print and board, so you get a professionally finished print, photo, or sign. Having the adhesive pre-applied saves time and money by eliminating the extra step of adding the adhesive manually. Heat activated foam boards are available in either the standard foam core board or the more durable gator board for longer lasting uses. Choose from a variety of sizes ranching from 8 ½” x 11″ to 48″ x 96″ in either black or white when you buy heat activated mounting boards online.
Description
Used primarily by professional print shops, these heat activated mounting boards offer a premium solution for print mounting needs. They feature an adhesive on one side that is activated when ran through a heated mounting machine or roll laminator that is rated for mounting. The specially formulated adhesive is of high-quality, and ensures consistent and even bonding for a clean and smooth finish. The one-step run through your laminator saves time and money by eliminating the extra step of having to add adhesive to your print.
Heat activated mounting boards are available to buy online in either standard foam core or a more durable gator board option. Heat activated foam board is the most popular option, as it is made of a general purpose foam core with clay coated facings. The core is made of a lightweight polystyrene, offering a stable and rigid display. Foam mounting boards are available in sizes from 8 ½” x 11″ to 48″ x 96″, and measure standard 3/16″ thick.
Heat activated gatorfoam gator board is a more durable option that is much more resistant to dents. The surface is made of hard Luxcell with a lightweight polystyrene core making them easy to transport. These boards can be handled more frequently and roughly, resisting damage for a longer-lasing display. Gator mounting boards come in sizes from 24″ x 36″ up to 48″ x 96″ and are 3/16″ thick.
No matter what you decide, when you buy heat activated mounting boards online, you get a quality product that can help you produce premium photo prints, posters, signs, and more.