If you've ever walked past a massive billboard, a wrapped van, or a bold window display, you’ve already seen large format printing in action.
But what exactly is large format printing – and why do so many UK businesses rely on it? Here's everything you need to know.
What Is Large Format Printing?
Large format printing (also known as wide format printing) refers to any printed material that’s too big for standard desktop printers. It covers everything from posters and banners to shop signs, vehicle wraps, window graphics, and exhibition displays.
At Fast Print UK, we define large format as anything bigger than A3 – and we regularly print up to several metres wide.
What Can Be Printed?
Large format printing is ideal for:
- PVC Banners
- Posters and Presentation Graphics
- Retail and Window Displays
- Foamex or Correx Boards
- Vehicle Graphics and Wraps
- Construction Site Signage
- Exhibition and Event Displays
- Printed Wallpapers and Wall Murals
From short-term promotions to long-term branding, it’s all about getting your message seen – loud and clear.
What Materials Can Be Used?
We print on a wide range of high-quality materials, tailored to your project:
- Vinyl (monomeric or polymeric) – for signs, vehicles, and windows
- Foamex – rigid and ideal for indoor or outdoor signage
- Correx – lightweight and budget-friendly, great for estate agents and building sites
- Canvas – perfect for photo-quality art prints
- Self-Adhesive Vinyl – great for wall and window graphics
- Roll-Up Banner Material – for exhibitions and trade shows
Not sure which material suits your needs? Our studio team is here to help.
How Does It Work?
We use state-of-the-art large format printers with eco-solvent or UV inks, which produce stunning, durable results – even for outdoor use.
Whether you're ordering one banner or an entire fleet of printed boards, every job goes through our studio for pre-flight checks to ensure:
- Correct scale and resolution
- Spot-on colour matching
- Finishing options (laminating, trimming, eyelets, etc.)
The result? Crisp, vibrant prints that look just as sharp up close as they do from across the street.
Why Choose Large Format Printing?
- High visibility – Get noticed from a distance
- Custom sizing – Made to fit your space perfectly
- Durability – Weatherproof options available
- Versatility – Indoors, outdoors, on walls, floors, and vehicles
- Cost-effective – Especially for long-term campaigns or multiple locations
Who Uses It?
Large format printing is used by:
- Retailers and high street shops
- Construction and property developers
- Marketing agencies and design studios
- Event organisers and exhibition companies
- Schools, councils, and local authorities
Basically – anyone who needs to shout about something, visually.
Go Big with Fast Print UK
At Fast Print UK, we’re large format specialists. Whether you need a single poster or a full set of retail graphics, we’ve got the experience, equipment, and eye for detail to deliver your project on time – and on budget.
Need help setting up your artwork? No problem – our in-house team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Let’s make something big. Get in touch today.
