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What is Dibond best used for?
Dibond® is ideal for long-term signage, including building signs, shop fascias, wayfinding, and branded panels where a rigid, premium finish is required.
Is Dibond better than Foamex for signage?
Dibond® and Foamex® are suited to different types of signage. Dibond® is a rigid aluminium composite material designed for long-term outdoor use, while Foamex® is a lightweight PVC board often used for shorter-term or indoor displays. The right choice depends on the application, lifespan, and finish required.
Can Dibond® be used outdoors?
Yes, Dibond® is suitable for outdoor use. It is weatherproof, UV-resistant, and corrosion-resistant, making it ideal for long-term external signage.
How long does Dibond last outdoors?
Dibond® is designed for long-term outdoor use and can last 5+ years depending on environmental conditions, making it a reliable choice for permanent signage.
What thickness is Dibond® for signs?
Dibond® is most commonly used at 3mm thickness for signage, offering a strong, rigid panel that remains lightweight and easy to install.
Can Dibond® be cut to shape or drilled?
Yes, Dibond® can be customised with square corners, rounded corners, or cut to shape. You can have up to 5 designs cut per sheet, or more than 5 designs if needed.
Drill holes can be added in the top two corners, all four corners, or none, depending on your installation requirements.
Can Dibond signs be fixed to a wall or stand?
Yes, Dibond® signs can be mounted using screws, stand-offs, adhesives, or display stands, depending on the installation surface and requirements.
What does Dibond look like when printed?
Dibond® produces sharp, high-resolution graphics with strong colour and a smooth, professional finish. Its rigid structure helps prints stay flat and visually consistent over time.
A rigid aluminium composite (ACM) panel with a smooth surface for high-quality printing, used for long-lasting indoor and outdoor signage, display panels, and branded graphics.
Dibond® is a premium aluminium composite material (ACM) and is widely regarded as the industry standard for rigid, long-lasting signage. It’s engineered to combine exceptional durability with a lightweight, flat construction, making it a popular choice for both indoor and outdoor printed displays. Dibond® is trusted for professional signage where longevity, rigidity, and a clean finish are essential.
Dibond® is a rigid aluminium composite panel made from a three-layer structure, combining a solid polyethylene (PE) core with two 0.3 mm aluminium outer layers, finished with a stove-lacquered polyester coating. This construction creates a lightweight yet highly durable board that stays perfectly flat, with a smooth surface designed to deliver consistent, high-quality print results for signage and display applications.
Weatherproof, UV-resistant and temperature stable. Dibond® is suitable for long-term outdoor use (5+ years), resisting moisture, corrosion, and extreme temperatures from -50°C to +80°C.
Recyclable. Dibond® is fully recyclable, with aluminium and core materials able to be separated through specialist recycling processes.
Safety options available. Fire retardant versions, such as Dibond® FR, are tested to EN 13823 where required.
Outdoor and Indoor Building Signage ✓
Shop Fascia and Retail Signs ✓
Hoarding and Construction Signage ✓
Dibond produces sharp, vibrant graphics with a smooth, professional finish. It is ideal for high-end displays, wayfinding, and long-term branded signage.
Dibond® signage is great when you need a rigid, premium sign with a long-term indoor or outdoor performance and a professional finish. If you need a flexible banner material instead, PVC banners or PVC-Free Banners may be more suitable. For temporary signage, lighter substrates may also be worth considering.
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Rigid yet lightweight for stable, long-lasting signage
Ideal for outdoor and exposed applications
Delivers sharp, high-resolution print and vibrant graphics
Compatible with screws, stand-offs, adhesives and display systems
