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Outdoor signage · Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin
Outdoor Signage: Banners, Boards and Wraps Printed in Dublin
Sooner Than Later prints outdoor signage on its own production floor in Dún Laoghaire and can fit it for you, with next-day delivery nationwide once printed.
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Printed on siteOn our own production floor in Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin.
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Built for Irish weatherWaterproof PVC, wind-friendly mesh and rigid outdoor boards.
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Fitted or deliveredWe can fit it for you, or next-day delivery nationwide once printed.
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40 years, ISO 9001Family owned and certified to ISO 9001, 14001, 27001 and 45001.
Quick quote
Get an outdoor signage quote
Tell us what you need, the sizes, where it is going and whether you want it fitted. We reply within one working day with a price and a confirmed date.
- Printed on site in Dún Laoghaire
- Files checked before print
- Fitting available on request
- No obligation
Rather talk? Call 01 284 4777
At a glance
Outdoor signage with Sooner Than Later: the short answer
The facts most people ask about before they order outdoor signs, in one place.
What do you make? Outdoor banners in PVC and mesh, foamex, correx and dibond signs, pavement A-boards, board signs, hop-up units, flags and vehicle wraps.
Where is it printed? On our own production floor at 24 Kill Avenue, Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin. Nothing is sent out to another printer.
Can you fit it? Yes. We can fit banners, signs and vehicle wraps for you, or supply them print only.
How long does it take? Outdoor signage is large format work, so the date is confirmed with your quote. Next-day delivery nationwide follows once it is printed.
Can you design it? Yes. Our in-house studio lays out the artwork and you approve a proof before anything prints.
Who are we? A family-owned Dublin printer with 40 years in business, certified to ISO 9001, 14001, 27001 and 45001.
Our outdoor range
What outdoor signs can you print?
We print every common type of outdoor sign for businesses, sites and events. Swipe through and open the one you need.
Mesh banners
Perforated banners that let the wind through.
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Foamex and correx signs
Rigid printed boards and A-board inserts.
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Outdoor displays
Board signs, hop-up units and outdoor pull up banners.
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Vehicle wraps
Van and car graphics, printed and fitted.
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Flags
Teardrop and feather flags for forecourts and events.
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Window graphics
Shop front window vinyl, fitted for you.
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All signage
Indoor, outdoor and safety signs in one place.
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Materials
Which material is best for outdoor signage?
The best material for outdoor signage depends on how long the sign has to last and how exposed it is: dibond for permanent signs, correx for short-term site and event signs, PVC or mesh for banners.
| Material | What it is | Best for | Good to know |
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| PVC banner | Flexible, waterproof banner material | Railings, walls, shop fronts, events | Hemmed with reinforced eyelets for ties or bungees |
| Mesh banner | Perforated banner material | Fences, scaffolding, building wraps, exposed sites | Lets the wind through, so it puts less strain on fixings |
| Correx | Fluted polypropylene board, light and water resistant | Site signs, directional event signs, temporary notices | Ideal for short to medium term use |
| Foamex | Rigid foam PVC board with a smooth print surface | Covered entrances, events, A-board inserts | Best indoors or in sheltered spots outside |
| Dibond | Aluminium composite: two aluminium skins and a solid core | Shop front signs, building signs, long-life outdoor signs | The most durable rigid board we print |
| Vinyl | Self-adhesive printed film | Windows, vehicles, hoardings | Ask us about the right grade for your surface |
Not sure? Tell us where the sign is going, which way it faces and how long it needs to last, and we recommend the material. For a side-by-side guide to rigid boards, see foamex and correx signs.
Outdoor banners
Should I choose a PVC banner or a mesh banner?
Choose PVC for a sheltered wall or railing where colour and solidity matter most, and mesh for anything exposed to wind such as fences, scaffolding and open sites.
PVC banners are waterproof and hemmed with reinforced eyelets, so they tie neatly to railings, gates and walls. They give a solid, bright print and suit shop openings, sales, events and school notices.
Mesh banners are perforated, so wind passes through rather than pulling the banner and its fixings. They are the right choice for construction hoarding, scaffolding wraps and large banners on open ground.
Both are printed on site in Dún Laoghaire. Tell us the size and where it is going, and we will advise on the fixing and finish. For indoor and event use, see pull up banners.
Boards and pavement signs
Do you make pavement signs and rigid outdoor boards?
Yes: we print pavement signs (A-boards), correx site boards, foamex signs and dibond panels for shop fronts and buildings.
Pavement signs. An A-board outside the door is the cheapest way to tell passers-by you are open. We print the double-sided inserts so you can change offers and menus through the year.
Correx. Fluted, light and water resistant, correx is the board for site signs, directional signs at events and temporary notices. It takes cable ties or screws and is easy to move.
Foamex signs. Smooth and rigid, foamex gives a sharp print for covered entrances, events and indoor signs. Outside, it suits sheltered spots and shorter campaigns.
See foamex and correx signs for the full guide, and outdoor displays for board signs and hop-up units.
Vehicle wraps
Can you wrap our vans?
Yes: we design, print and fit vehicle wraps and graphics, from a logo and phone number on the doors to a full van wrap.
A branded van is a sign that goes wherever your business goes. We work from your vehicle make and model, lay out the design around doors, handles and windows, and you approve a proof before anything prints.
The graphics are printed on vehicle vinyl in Dún Laoghaire and we can fit them for you. The fitting date is confirmed with your quote. See vehicle wraps for more.
How it works
How long does outdoor signage take, and can you install it?
The date for outdoor signage is confirmed with your quote, and yes, we can install it for you. Here is how a job runs.
Brief and quote
Use the quick quote form or call 01 284 4777. We reply within one working day with a price and a confirmed date.
Measure and design
If we are fitting, we can measure the site or vehicle. Our studio lays out the artwork and you approve a proof.
Printed on site
Files are checked, then everything is printed and finished on our production floor in Dún Laoghaire.
Fitted or delivered
Fitted by our team on the agreed date, next-day delivery nationwide once printed, or collection.
Working to a site opening, an event or a launch? Put the date in the form and we plan back from it. We check every file before it prints, so text reads at the distance people will see it from, whether that is a pavement sign at arm's length or a banner across a road.
Planning your signs
How do I make an outdoor sign people can read?
Keep the message short, make the text big and use strong contrast: an outdoor sign is usually read in a few seconds, from a distance, often from a moving car.
Say one thing
Pick the one message that matters: your name, the offer, the direction or the warning. Put the phone number or web address second, and leave everything else for your flyers and website.
Size for the distance
Think about where people will be standing or driving when they see the sign. Tell us the viewing distance and we size the lettering and logo so it reads from there, and show it on your proof.
Use strong contrast
Dark text on a light background, or light on dark, reads best in rain, low sun and at dusk. Thin type, busy photos and pale colours disappear outdoors, so we flag them when we check your file.
Plan the fixing
Railings, posts, walls, fences and vehicles all need different fixings. Tell us what the sign is going on and we finish it with eyelets, holes or the right adhesive, or fit it for you.
Ask us about fittingNo designer? Our graphic design studio can lay out your banner, board or van from your logo and wording, and match it to the rest of your print. If you want the whole set in one go, ask for a quote for the full set and we will price every sign together.
Case studies
Who have you made outdoor signage for?
Our outdoor work includes projects for EirGrid and ICGP, alongside shops, schools, sites and events across Ireland.
For ICGP we produced fascia signage, foamex signage and posters, so the building, the event and the noticeboards all matched. That is the advantage of one printer for every sign: one set of files, one proof and one delivery.
Planning a bigger project with indoor signs too? See our signage Dublin page for wayfinding, plaques and safety signs, or our indoor signage range.
Who it is for
Outdoor signs Ireland-wide for shops, sites, schools and events
We print outdoor signs for organisations that need them to look right and stay up.
Shops and hospitality
Shop front signs, A-boards, window graphics and opening banners.
Construction and facilities
Hoarding, mesh banners, correx site and safety signs.
Schools and clubs
Enrolment banners, sports day signs and flags.
Events
Directional boards, banners and display stands.
FAQs
Outdoor signage FAQs
How much does outdoor signage cost?
It depends on the size, material, quantity and whether you want it fitted, so we quote each job rather than list fixed prices. Send your details through the quick quote form and we reply within one working day.
How long does outdoor signage take?
The date is confirmed with your quote, because size, material and fitting all affect the schedule. Once printed, signs can go out with next-day delivery nationwide or be collected from Dún Laoghaire.
Do you install outdoor signs?
Yes. We can fit banners, rigid signs, window graphics and vehicle wraps for you. The details of the fitting visit are confirmed with your quote.
What is the most durable outdoor sign material?
Dibond (aluminium composite) is the most durable rigid board we print and suits permanent shop front and building signs. Correx and PVC banners suit shorter-term outdoor use.
What is the difference between PVC and mesh banners?
PVC banners are solid and waterproof with reinforced eyelets; mesh banners are perforated so wind passes through. Use mesh on fences, scaffolding and exposed sites.
Is correx good for outdoor signs?
Yes. Correx is light, water resistant and easy to fix with cable ties or screws, which makes it ideal for site signs, event directions and temporary notices.
Can foamex signs go outside?
Yes, for sheltered spots and shorter campaigns. For a permanent exposed sign we usually recommend dibond instead.
Do you print pavement signs?
Yes. We print A-board pavement sign inserts, double sided, so you can swap offers and menus during the year.
Can you design our outdoor signs?
Yes. Our in-house studio designs outdoor signs from your logo and wording, and you approve a proof before anything prints.
Where is your outdoor signage printed?
All of it is printed on site at Sooner Than Later's own production floor in Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin. We have printed for Irish businesses for 40 years and are certified to ISO 9001, 14001, 27001 and 45001.
Need outdoor signage?
Send us the sizes, wording and where it is going. We reply within one working day, print on site in Dún Laoghaire and deliver nationwide or fit it for you.
