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What is Foam Board?
Foam board, also known as foam core, is a lightweight material made from a dense polyurethane foam centre sandwiched between two layers of smooth white paper card. It’s widely used in picture framing, photography, signage, and design projects.
We offer plain white foam board and self-adhesive foam board, both custom cut in our Sydney workshop. These are ideal for mounting photos, prints, and posters.
Want to learn more about how foam board works? Read our helpful guide: What is Foam Board?
What is Self-Adhesive Foam Board?
Self-adhesive foam board features a peel-away liner that reveals a pressure-sensitive adhesive. Simply mount your print directly onto the board for a clean, flat finish. This is a popular option for DIY framers who want a quick and professional result without glue or spray adhesives.
How is Foam Board Made?
Our foam core boards are made from CFC-free polyurethane foam with acid-free white card liners. The result is a non-toxic, recyclable backing board that is strong, lightweight, and easy to cut. All boards are 5mm thick and professionally trimmed to size on our precision machinery.
What is Foam Board Used For?
Foam board is a go-to material for mounting artwork and photographs in frames. It's also widely used for:
- Retail signage and display boards
- Craft and school projects
- Architectural models and 3D structures
- Art presentations and photography exhibitions
What Size Foam Board Should I Choose?
We offer a wide range of pre-cut options including A1, A2, A3 and custom sizes. Simply measure the inside of your frame or desired backing size and select the closest match.
Is Foam Board Acid-Free and Archival?
Yes. Our foam boards are made with acid-free card liners, making them suitable for use with photographs and artwork. For long-term preservation, pair your foam board with an acid-free insert or use as a barrier behind the artwork inside the frame.
Where Can I Buy Foam Board in Australia?
Profile Australia offers foam boards cut to size and delivered Australia-wide. Our boards are locally manufactured and professionally finished. Whether you need bulk quantities for an exhibition or just a few sheets for a home project, we have options to suit.
Need Other Frame Backings or Accessories?
- MDF backing boards – for sturdy frame support
- Acid-free frame inserts – to protect artwork from discolouration
- Easel stand backs – for freestanding display
- Cut-to-size acrylic glass – for frame glazing
Made in Australia
Made in Australia
Precision cut on our Swiss Computerised Matcutter
Cut-to-Size with Precision
Our foam boards are cut perfectly to size with clean, crisp edges
using our state-of-the-art computerised CMC cutting equipment.
Lightweight & Easy to Cut
Foam boards are easy to cut to size by using a straight edge
ruler and a utility knife with a sharp blade for a clean cut. The smooth white surface papers can also be marked with a pen or pencil for guidelines.
Foam Board FAQs
Foam board is a popular choice as a lightweight backing for picture frames. It provides a rigid surface that helps keep your photo or artwork flat and protected. Many framers also use self-adhesive foam board to mount prints directly, ensuring a clean and professional finish.
All of our foam boards are 5mm thick. This is the standard thickness used in picture framing and craft projects. It offers a strong, supportive backing without adding unnecessary bulk to your frame.
Yes, both our plain and self-adhesive foam boards feature acid-free liners, making them safe for use with photos, prints, documents, and artworks. This helps preserve your pieces and prevent yellowing over time.
Plain foam board has a smooth, non-sticky surface and is typically used as a rigid backing inside a picture frame. Self-adhesive foam board has a peel-away liner on one side, revealing a pressure-sensitive adhesive surface that allows you to mount your print directly onto the board - no glue or tape required.
Yes, 5mm foam board is easy to cut using a utility knife and metal ruler. Score the board several times along a straight edge until the cut goes through cleanly. For best results, use a cutting mat or thick cardboard underneath.
We offer a wide range of pre-cut standard sizes for foam board, designed to match common photo frame dimensions. These include popular imperial photo sizes (like 8x10" or 11x14") as well as A-sizes (such as A3 and A4). At this stage, we don’t offer fully custom sizing for foam board, but many customers trim our larger standard sizes at home using a utility knife and ruler.
Choose a size that matches the inside dimensions of your picture frame. For example, an A3 photo frame will usually require an A3 foam board insert. If unsure, check out our easy-to-follow Frame Size Measuring Guide for tips on getting the right fit.
Definitely. Foam board is loved by creatives for its lightweight structure, clean surface, and ease of cutting. It’s commonly used for visual presentations, signs, model making, classroom projects, or mounting art and photos.
Using self-adhesive foam board is simple and effective. Once the protective liner is peeled off, the board reveals a pressure-sensitive adhesive surface that bonds securely to your print. For best results, take your time to align and apply evenly from one edge.
For a full step-by-step guide with tips and visuals, see our blog article: What is Foamboard?
Yes. We offer automatic multi-piece discounts on foam board orders—no code needed. Buy 5 or more pieces to save 10%, or 10 or more to save 20%. Discounts are applied at checkout.
