Large format poster printing - Standard Sizes
COMPARE STANDARD & IMPERIAL POSTER SIZES
Chosing the right size for your Large Format Poster Printing is easy with our simple poster size guide below. The images provide a visual guide illustrating the size and scale of each. The majority of our posters are based on the international ‘A Standards’ for paper sizes which have been standardised by ISO 216. We also produce posters in ‘Imperial Sizes’ for certain products.
What are the 'A Standard' sizes for large format poster printing?
COMPARE SIZES FROM A3 TO A0 AND EVERYTHING INBETWEEN
The ‘A Series‘ includes the following standard sizes: A0, A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7 etc. The larger the number, the smaller the size of poster. Our large format posters are available from A3 to A0. The ‘A sizes’ are all based on a single aspect ratio of 1:1.41421 with each successive size in the series being half the size of the previous one. For example, an A2 sheet is half the size of an A1 sheet.
Being based on a standard size system is important as it makes ordering easier and also more cost effective. Many of the systems and products used for displaying posters are manufactured to these standard sizes. For example, standard pavement signs such as ‘A Boards’ and ‘Spring signs’ are designed to hold either A2 or A1 posters. Small advertising boards or other types of display sometimes follow both the A Standard or the Imperial Measurement. It’s always best check the size before ordering, or call our the Northstar studio on 01257 786660 for advice.
A3 Posters (Digital or litho print)
Size: 297 x 420mm.
A2 Posters (Digital or litho print)
Size: 420 x 594mm.
A1 Posters (Digital or litho print)
Size: 594 x 840mm.
A0 Posters (Digital print only)
Size: 840 x 1188mm.
B2 Posters (Digital or litho print)
Size: 500 x 707mm.
B1 Posters (Digital or litho print)
Size: 707 x 1000mm.
What are the 'Imperial' sizes for large format poster printing?
COMPARE CROWN AND QUAD SIZES
The imperial sizes hark back to times before the ‘A Standard’ became the industry norm. We feature three Imperial sizes of 20″x30″ (Double Crown), 40″ x 30″ (Quad Crown) and 40″ x 60″ (Double Quad Crown).
You’ll usually find requirements for imperial sizes for items such as advertising boards and displays as well as other formats. It’s always best to check before ordering to ensure the correct size. Call the Northstar studio on 01257 786660 for free advice.
20″x30″ Double Crown Posters (Digital & litho print)
Size: 20″ x 30″ (508 x 762mm).
30″x40″ Quad Crown Posters (Digital print only)
Size: 30″ x 40″ (762 x 1016mm).
40″x60″ Double Quad Crown Posters (Digital print only).
Size: 40″ x 60″ (1016 x 1524mm).