A-frame signs in Brisbane
Your shop sign tells people where you are. An A-frame sign tells them why to come in, right now.
We design and print custom A-frame signs, also called sandwich boards, for Brisbane shops, cafés and real estate agents. They’re double-sided, portable and ready for the footpath from day one.
The sign that meets people at street level
Most shop signs sit above the door, built to be read from across the road. An A-frame stands in the path of people already walking past.
That’s where people decide whether to stop. A good footpath sign gives them the reason: today’s special, a new arrival, or simply “We’re open.”
Most shop signs sit above the door, built to be read from across the road. An A-frame stands in the path of people already walking past.
That’s where people decide whether to stop. A good footpath sign gives them the reason: today’s special, a new arrival, or simply “We’re open.”
Choose your A-frame
Metal A-frame. A steel frame with a Colorbond face, printed in full colour and UV laminated. Best for a sign that goes out every day for years.
Corflute insert A-frame. A metal frame with slide-in 5mm corflute panels. Swap the message in seconds. Best for changing specials and promotions.
Snap frame A-frame. An aluminium frame with clip-open edges that hold an A1 poster under a clear cover. Best for menus and monthly offers, indoors or out.
Chalkboard A-frame. Your printed branding with a chalkboard panel for handwritten specials. Best for cafés and bars.
Corflute A-frame. A lightweight folding sign for short-term use. Best for events, open homes and one-off sales.
What to put on your sandwich board
Say something your shopfront doesn’t. Your name is already above the door. Use the A-frame for what’s new, what’s on.
Keep it short. People read it while walking. Aim for seven words or fewer, in large type.
Point the way. Upstairs, down an arcade or round the corner? Add an arrow and “This way.”
Match your brand. Use your logo and colours, so the A-frame looks like part of your shopfront.
Replace tired panels. A faded or bent sign says the business is tired too. Fresh inserts cost far less than lost customers.
A-frame sign sizes
600 × 900mm. The standard footpath size. Easy to carry, and it fits most shopfronts.
900 × 1200mm. A larger sign that reaches passing traffic as well as pedestrians.
600 × 450mm. A compact size popular with real estate agents for open homes.
Custom A-frame design
Our designers can lay out your sign from scratch, using your logo and colours. Supplying your own file? Follow our artwork guidelines.
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Built for Brisbane sun and storms
UV laminate protects your print from fading in the Queensland sun. Metal frames are heavy enough to stay put in a breeze.
Bring your A-frame inside at closing time and during storms. It will look good for much longer.
Do you need a permit for an A-frame?
Often, yes. In Brisbane, businesses in the Brunswick Street Mall and Chinatown Mall in Fortitude Valley need a permit to display one A-frame sign.
Permits keep footpaths clear and safe. Check Brisbane City Council’s rules for your street before your sign goes out. We’ll make your sign to suit any size limits your permit sets.
A-frame sign FAQs
Is an A-frame the same as a sandwich board? Yes. A-frames are also called sandwich boards, footpath signs, pavement signs and A-boards.
Are A-frame signs double-sided? Yes. Both faces carry your message, so people see it from either direction.
Can I change the message? Yes. Corflute insert and snap frame A-frames let you swap panels or posters in seconds.
Will my A-frame blow over? Metal frames are heavy and stable in normal conditions. Bring the sign inside in strong winds and storms.
Do I need a council permit? Often, yes, especially in malls like the Brunswick Street Mall. Check with Brisbane City Council for your location.
How long does it take? Quotes take 24 hours and design proofs 48 hours. Signs are made in 2–7 days.
Can I buy extra panels or just the frame? you can get spare corflute inserts and frames separately to change your messaging.
Tell us what you need
Call, email or visit us anytime. We understand our clients needs and know which materials give the best outcome in the fastest time.
- 24 hrs Your quote
- 48 hrs Design proofs
- 2–7 days Signage made and installed
- Visit 75 Doggett Street, Newstead, Brisbane QLD 4006
- Call 07 3257 2000
- Email mail@valleyedge.com.au
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Design, print and signage working together
As business communication specialists, we know how much your image matters. Our design team works side by side with our colour accurate printers and trade quality sign makers.
Together, they make sure every sign looks like your brand.