Snap frames for laminated paper A4 and A3

Poster sizes which can be used with laminated size (over-size) snap frames.

Laminated A4 Frame
Laminated A4 paper 218mm x 305mm
Plain A4 paper 210mm x 297mm

Laminated A3 Frame
Laminated A3 paper 305mm x 428mm
Plain A3 paper 297mm x 420mm

Applications in Hospitals, Commercial Kitchens, Wet Areas etc.

Laminated size snap frames from Green Magic Co have been used successfully in large-scale NHS Trust Hospital signage projects where the convenience of a standard size poster frame, which can take both laminated notices and printed paper signs (i.e. un-laminated) is convenient and cost effective. Wet rooms, bathrooms, toilets, operating theatres and kitchens are examples of areas where poster frames need to be specified with care.

Hygiene is vital and pressure washing and other cleaning techniques need to be employed. By encapsulating printed notices, certificates and the like the signs will not be damaged during such cleansing operations. Laminated size snap frames makes this possible.

Note: Without lamination the poster will not be waterproof.
Encapsulation is in fact the correct term, but the process of heat sealing a sheet of paper in a clear plastic pouch is generally referred to as lamination.

Size Information for Laminated snap frames

• The width of the surround is 2.5cm = 25mm or 1 inch
• Front to back depth of 25mm profile snap frame: 12mm (approx 1/2 inch)
• A4 relates to the size of paper an A4 frame will fit.
• A narrow strip around the edge of your print is hidden when the frame is closed.
  Visible poster size: 12mm less than actual poster (i.e. 6mm all round your poster is hidden by the frame surround) 
• The overall size of the frame is larger than the paper inserted.
  Overall (external) frame sizes are shown in the table:

Table of Laminated snap frame sizes - relates to 25mm wide profile frames

Poster size is the size after laminating - i.e. the overall laminating pouch size.

Fix snap frames using screws

• The best way to permanently fix snap frame is with screws.
• Screws and plastic wall plugs are included with every snap frame we supply
• The wall plugs are for use with masonry walls such as brick and most plastered walls 
• When screwing onto wood the plugs are not needed 
• A power drill and screwdriver are required for screw fixing (and we recommend using a spirit level and tape measure to ensure the frames are properly aligned). If in doubt please consult a proficient DIY or trades person.