MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted June 9, 2013 Just curious what everyone's take on coroplast parking signs is. Looking at buying some just to add for party decorations or even a cheap bar alternative of frat house? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted June 9, 2013 What you probably would be better off with is pvc blanks but I don't know where to get them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slice&dice 2,450 Posted June 9, 2013 Coroplast just looks cheap. Use Sintra. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted June 9, 2013 Looking for cheap but yet decent blanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted June 9, 2013 Found what you need but only see it in 4x8 sheets Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mabscotthandyman 1,410 Posted June 9, 2013 There are a lot of premade blanks with mounting holes and good quality starting at 0.40 and on up and not at a bad price . I think coro would only be good for maybe a day or so. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted June 9, 2013 Jay what you sent me way earlier in message I will be doing that. How about Masonite or something like thtat or styrene, maybe I should contact the plastic company locally? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted June 9, 2013 def. contact local company I would think styrene or 2 mil pvc. I think 2 mil is what you see the novelty signs in the store made out of. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleeveofwizzard 104 Posted June 10, 2013 Slice have you used Sintra? It looks alright on the net but I haven't seen it in person. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slice&dice 2,450 Posted June 10, 2013 Sintra is one of the best substrates on the market today. It comes in colors, it's sturdy, but easily cuts with a utility knife (multiple scores). I order the 4x8 sheets and slice & dice 'em. Love it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted June 10, 2013 Where would I get it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted June 10, 2013 Grimco carries Palight and I think it's the same think but not 100% sure. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleeveofwizzard 104 Posted June 10, 2013 I am ok with coro for some stuff and like how cheap it is but would like a better option when I need to get something a little nicer. Next question is does Sintra hold up when exposed to the elements (water, wind)? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted June 10, 2013 What thickness? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted June 10, 2013 Palight Premium PVC Description: Lightweight and durable foamed PVC sheet Consistant smooth and bright surface Optimally designed for digital printing Masking one side 1,2,3,6,10,12,19 or 25 mil 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted June 10, 2013 Thank you everybody for your feedback very helpful I'm going to try the alternatives out ASAP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xpaperman 719 Posted June 10, 2013 http://www.bestblanks.com/signsubstrates.html Here is a place for pvc and metal blanks. I order a bunch from here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xpaperman 719 Posted June 10, 2013 Grimco carries Palight and I think it's the same think but not 100% sure. I am also in need of this. I buy from Grimco at times so I checked with them. The price is great for 4'x8' 25 bucks!! I added to cart to get shipping quote $130.00 shipping plus the 25 bucks for the material..... whoaaaaaa. Guess I will be looking for another option. I need all mine cut to 8"x10". If I could only find them precut I am sure the shipping will go way down Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleeveofwizzard 104 Posted June 10, 2013 Yeah every place I have found for metal and large size sign substrates have very high shipping. Not that they are overcharging just that it is expensive. I recently found that there is a sign supply place Decno Sales in my town and they are cheaper than everyone I have dealt with on a few things I compared. Bought some 24 x 18 coros with stands for $2.06 each Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xpaperman 719 Posted June 10, 2013 The closest place for me for supplies is Dallas. Grimco has a place there, looks like at 130 bucks they are charging my 1 buck a mile Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted June 10, 2013 I'm on a delivery route for Grimco's local warehouse so my shipping is usually a $5 or so fuel surcharge. Can't complain about that when it's an hour ride to the warehouse but I don't know if they offer this option everywhere or if it's a carryover from my old supplier they bought out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xpaperman 719 Posted June 10, 2013 There is another place in Dallas that will deliver for free..... but their product is usually twice the price Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted June 10, 2013 In this case twice the price is still cheaper than the shipping alone from Grimco. But I feel ya it took me 3 years to get on a route before that I would spend 2 hrs.+ driving there and back sometimes 3 times a week if I was busy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xpaperman 719 Posted June 10, 2013 I was thinking about the drive but just don't want to do it. I called my other company as they claim to "price match" but they never ask how much my 'other place' is charging me..... they just shoot me a new price. This time, they are actually 3 bucks cheaper...plus free delivery...SCORE. (I did call Grimco just to check with them, and they would not do anything on the delivery price, so they missed this sale) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted June 10, 2013 I'm not a huge fan of Grimco but they do deliver to me and when roll vinyl does go ups it's free. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
