When businesses need to stand out on the street, size and clarity matter. This guide explains the practical benefits of a large A-frame sandwich board sign (1200mm x 800mm) compared with standard options such as the A-frame sandwich board sign 900mm x 600mm or the footpath sign 800mm x 600mm. This blog aimed at helping NZ business owners choose the right footpath sign for their needs.
Why the large A-frame sandwich board sign (1200 x 800) is effective
- Greater visibility in busy locations: The 1200mm x 800mm board gives more display area, making headlines and key messages readable from a greater distance.
- Space for useful information: With more room you can include a logo, short tagline, opening hours, directional information, or a promotional call to action without crowding the layout.
- Stronger street presence: Compared to a standard A-frame 900x600 or a footpath sign 800x600, the large A-frame is more likely to attract foot traffic from across the street or at busy intersections.
- Better readability: Larger type sizes and fewer design compromises improve legibility — crucial for drivers and pedestrians who only glance at your sign for a second.
- Durability for outdoor use: Our ACM option uses a 4mm thick board which provides resistance to bending and outdoor wear.
Real-world example
An election office recently ordered two large A-frame sandwich board signs to help the candidate stand out on busy streets. The extra display area allowed a strong headline and portrait-style artwork while keeping text readable — a practical demonstration of how a larger sign improves presence and recognition in a short amount of time.
Practical advantages over smaller options
- Advertising flexibility: The extra space means you can change messaging seasonally without redesigning the whole sign.
- Less visual clutter: Larger boards allow negative space — this improves focus on the message and increases recall.
- Two-board system: A-frame sandwich boards include two printed panels, so both sides can show the same message or different information depending on placement.
Current NZ pricing (for easy comparison)
To support local businesses, we have the large A-frame sandwich board sign on sale:
- $389 + GST with two custom printed ACM boards (5mm).
- $279 + GST with two custom printed Corflute boards. (large A-frame with Corflute option).
Both options include the metal frame. Prices are shown excluding GST.
Why order from aframefootpathsign.co.nz?
- Competitive pricing and quality: We focus on reliable, cost-effective A-frame sandwich footpath signs for New Zealand businesses.
- Proven customer satisfaction: Our products have earned over 100 of 5-star Google reviews from real customers.
- Fast turnaround and nationwide courier: Enter your delivery address at checkout and the courier cost will appear. We can also offer freight options for non-urgent orders to reduce delivery costs.
- Sturdy 5mm ACM boards: Better suited for outdoor conditions than thinner boards commonly used elsewhere.
- Quick online ordering: The order process is straightforward and can typically be completed in under five minutes. Upload your artwork as a PDF or JPG and proceed.
- Design support and templates: Choose professional help via professional design services, or DIY with our Canva mockup preview.
- Cost-saving tutorial: For customers designing themselves, follow our 5-minute Quick Canva Tutorial for sandwich board sign https://aframefootpathsign.co.nz/pages/create-a-frame-sandwich-board-sign-on-canva-in-5-minutesto save time and design cost.
Next steps
If you’re ready to compare sizes, start with the standard A-frame 900x600 or view the footpath sign 800x600. To order the larger option directly, visit the large A-frame product page.
If you’d like a professional layout, order design help here: Design services and layout.