What is a Noticeboard?

What is a Noticeboard?

Noticeboards display important memos, reminders and bulletins to colleagues, students or members of the public. They are ideal for communicating messages that are constantly changing and can be displayed both indoors and outside. Available in a variety of materials, sizes and styles, noticeboards are a vital component when sharing information within an office, meeting room, school or public space. 

What to put on a Noticeboard 

Noticeboards can serve a range of purposes, and the reason behind using each type of board will influence what to put on a noticeboard. They can be used by businesses and societies or groups to display bulletins, memos and reminders, as well as in public places to communicate upcoming events and important updates. Schools use noticeboards to show displays tailored towards particular subjects that help educate students, as well as displaying students’ work itself. In offices, noticeboards may display relevant updates or health and safety information.  

Why are Noticeboards Important? 

Noticeboards are important because they provide a quick and immediately obvious way of communicating important information. This could relate to something as vital as health and safety risks or concerns, which could affect staff, student or public wellbeing. They also provide a traditional alternative for those who do not have access to more technological methods of communication. Noticeboards displayed throughout an office or school, whether wall-mounted or freestanding, are a great temporary or permanent way of conveying information or instructions to anyone frequenting these spaces.  

How to Hang a Noticeboard 

All our noticeboards come with a simple, easy to use fixing kit. This can be used to quickly and conveniently mount noticeboards on a variety of walls. Many of our boards can be hung either portrait or landscape, so that you can get the most out of your space and display. 

How to Secure a Noticeboard 

If security is an important factor, you should invest in a safe, lockable noticeboard. These can be placed either indoors or outside and will provide reassurance that the contents of your noticeboards won’t be altered or interfered with. To secure your boards from the elements, our shield exterior noticeboards are water and dust resistant to protect your displays. You can read more about both types of noticeboard below.  

What Varieties of Noticeboard are Available? 

Noticeboards vary greatly in terms of purpose, material, appearance and style. Some of the most popular forms of noticeboard are listed below: 

Aluminium Noticeboards 

The most affordable type of noticeboard is the standard aluminium noticeboard. This option is ideal for indoor use and features a sturdy metal frame surrounding either a felt material or cork board. Available in a range of colours, you can find our range of aluminium noticeboards.  

Combination Noticeboards 

Combination noticeboards, which are available with either aluminium or wood effect frames, offer a more personalised product tailored to your needs. The most common types are boards separated into two parts, with one half normally made of felt and the other either drywipe or magnetic. Our range of combination noticeboards are ideal for when you need to pin notices and make written notes on the same board. 

Shield Exterior Noticeboards 

Shield exterior noticeboards are designed for exterior use when a noticeboard needs protecting from the elements. Our shield exterior noticeboards are independently certified waterproof, protected from anything up to and including low pressure water jets from any direction, and feature top hinged lockable glass doors so that notices can even be changed during a downpour. 

Frameless Noticeboards 

Among the most budget-conscious varieties of noticeboard, frameless boards provide a simple, striking aesthetic. They are available in a wide range of bright, engaging colours, which makes them ideal for classroom environments. You can find our selection of frameless noticeboards.  

Freestanding Noticeboards 

Wheeled freestanding noticeboards are a perfect choice if you need to move your noticeboard between rooms, or if wall space is at a premium. They are also ideal for conferences or exhibition spaces, when room configuration needs to constantly change. Take a look at our range of freestanding noticeboards to prepare for your next big event, or if you’re simply running out of space on your walls! 

Wood Effect Noticeboards 

Wood effect noticeboards provide a classy, sophisticated alternative to the humble aluminium option. The wood effect frames themselves are available in a range of colours, as are the surfaces of the noticeboards. Our range of wood effect noticeboards also feature combination, mobile and lockable options. 

Lockable Noticeboards 

Lockable noticeboards are an ideal solution if you want to limit access to a board. They’re particularly useful in schools and in publicly accessible spaces, where only a select group are permitted to change displays and notices. Browse our selection of lockable noticeboards for indoor and outdoor solutions.  

Fire Retardant Noticeboards 

Safety is of paramount importance, particularly in office and school building spaces, and fire retardant noticeboards provide peace of mind from accidents and vandalism. We take health and safety extremely seriously and stock a wide range of fire retardant noticeboards as a result. 

Design Noticeboards 

Design noticeboards provide a canvas for displaying information in a clean, aesthetically pleasing way, useful for semi-public thoroughfares in offices and schools. Our selection of design noticeboards come in a wide range of styles, colours and sizes. 

Showcase Noticeboards 

Showcase noticeboards provide their contents with the protection of a top-hinged or sliding door, making them ideal for more permanent displays in schools, colleges and offices. They can be used either outdoors or in, and you can find our wide range of showcase noticeboards. 

Corridor Noticeboards 

As the name suggests, corridor noticeboards are ideal for lining the walls of your halls and passageways. We stock a selection of corridor noticeboards, ranging from covered to open, in a variety of colours, sizes and styles to brighten up the walk along any corridor.  

Exterior Noticeboards 

Exterior noticeboards are designed with outdoor use in mind and are therefore available in both wall-mounted and freestanding options. Our collection of exterior noticeboards come with a choice of sunken or bolt down posts, which are perfect for displaying notices at the entrance to a school or office.  

Eco-Friendly Noticeboards 

Eco-friendly noticeboards are perfect for companies with a strong sense of environmental responsibility. They are made from recyclable and recycled materials, while still retaining the fire-resistance and design options of other noticeboards. You can browse our range of eco-friendly noticeboards. 

Themeboards 

Themeboards have space reserved at the top of the noticeboards for titles, which is ideal for labelling sections of (or even entire) displays, which range from 90cm x 120cm, right up to 240cm x 120cm. 

[H3] Foyer Noticeboards 

Foyer noticeboards are smaller, freestanding noticeboards that are extremely mobile and useful for one off signs or displays. They are often used for directions or instructions in receptions or thoroughfares, for example indicating a need to keep noise down or divert footfall.