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Choosing the Right Material for Your Safety Signs

Safety Sign Materials

At SafetyBuyer, we offer safety signs in a wide range of materials to suit every application – from quick indoor messaging to tough, long-lasting solutions for demanding outdoor environments. Here’s a simple overview of our most commonly used materials to help you select the right one for your needs.

1mm Rigid Plastic

Our most popular and versatile material, 1mm rigid plastic is ideal for general safety signage. It's suitable for indoor and outdoor use, UV and weather resistant, and easy to drill or fix using adhesive tabs or grab adhesives.

Self-Adhesive Vinyl

This is our most economical sign material, perfect for short-term or low-impact indoor applications. The gloss-finish vinyl has a permanent adhesive backing and applies easily to clean, dry surfaces. It can be used outdoors too, if sheltered from the elements.

Photoluminescent Rigid Plastic

This 1.2mm thick glow-in-the-dark material exceeds PSPA Class C standards for after-glow performance. It's extremely durable and ideal for safety-critical areas like fire exits and emergency routes. Look out for our Ultra Bright brand name across our Fire Exit Safety Signs.

Photoluminescent Self-Adhesive Vinyl

Offering the same above Class C glow-in-the-dark properties, this flexible version features a self-adhesive backing for quick application to clean, smooth indoor surfaces. Look out for our Ultra Bright brand name across our Fire Safety Signs.

Quick-Fix Rigid Plastic with Self-Adhesive Backing

Combining a rigid PVC face with a self-adhesive rear, this hybrid material is a popular choice when you want a tough, weather-resistant sign without the need for screws or tools.

Brushed Aluminium

Ideal for corporate or high-end interiors, our brushed aluminium signs are manufactured from anodised aluminium and screen-printed for a superior finish. Supplied with a self-adhesive backing for easy fitting.

Polished Brass

Another premium option, polished brass signs offer a classic finish for prestigious environments. Screen-printed and adhesive-backed, these are ideal for hotels, offices, and heritage settings.

Aluminium

This gloss white powder-coated aluminium is both UV-stable and highly weather-resistant, making it a durable, low-maintenance choice for permanent signage indoors or out.

PVC Banner

Digitally printed onto flame-resistant 440gsm material, our PVC banners offer a flexible solution for branding, marketing, or temporary safety messaging indoors or out.

6mm Correx

Lightweight but tough, 6mm Correx is the go-to for site signage. Waterproof and cost-effective, it’s ideal for temporary or semi-permanent installations like our Site Safety Information Boards.

Foam PVC

Available in 3mm, 5mm, or 10mm thicknesses, foam PVC is bright white, easy to drill, and suitable for outdoor use. A solid mid-range choice for both temporary and longer-term signage.

Aluminium Composite (Dibond)

A 3mm aluminium sandwich board with a polyethylene core, this material offers excellent strength and weather resistance with virtually no scrappage value – ideal for outdoor applications where theft is a concern.

Braille & Tactile (2-ply ABS)

Used for DDA and accessibility signage, this high-quality material has a glossy, scratch-resistant surface and supports laser and routed text and symbols for long-term indoor or outdoor use.

2mm Polycarbonate

Exceptionally tough and vandal-resistant, polycarbonate is printed sub-surface to protect the safety message. It’s UV stable, virtually unbreakable, and ideal for high-risk environments – such as Fire Assembly Point signage.

Not Sure Which Material is Right?

Whether you're choosing signage for a school, warehouse, construction site or office, we're here to help. Drop us a message or give us a call if you'd like to discuss your application, get help selecting the most suitable material, or talk about bespoke signage options.

Clear signs. Smart choices. Safety made simple with SafetyBuyer.

This article is for informational purposes only. We recommend consulting relevant regulatory guidance and a qualified professional before making any decisions or taking action based on this content