A4 Poster Printing: Sharp, Smart Posters for Counters, Notice Boards and Windows

Pixels you need for a sharp A4:

A4 is read close up, so use 300 dpi where you can. The good news: a modern 12-megapixel phone photo (about 4,000 × 3,000 pixels) already prints at more than 350 dpi on A4, so photos are rarely a problem at this size.

Is A4 the Right Size? A 20-Second Check

The rule of thumb: if people will be more than about a metre away, A4 is probably too small. Go up a size. If they’re standing right next to it, A4 is perfect and a bigger poster would look shouty.

Need an in-between size or something unusual? See our custom size poster printing page.

Choose Your A4 Poster

A4 Paper Posters

Crisp, bright and great value. A4 paper poster printing is the everyday choice for notices, menus, offers and information: rich colour, sharp text and a price per poster that drops as you order more.

• Finishes: matt, gloss or silk

• Best for: indoor displays, counters, notice boards and events

• Get a quote for A4 paper posters

A4 Laminated Posters

Wipe-clean notices that last. Lamination adds a protective, easy-to-clean surface, ideal for menus, price lists, classroom posters and anything that gets touched.

• Best for: cafés, schools, clinics, gyms and busy counters

• Get a quote for laminated A4 posters

A4 Waterproof & PVC Posters

For damp, outdoors and long-term. PVC is waterproof, tear-resistant and wipes clean. It’s the right choice for A4 posters in windows, outdoor notice boards and wet areas. See our pages for PVC poster printing and waterproof poster printing .

• Best for: shop windows, outdoor notices, building sites and menu boards

• Get a quote for A4 PVC posters

A4 Signs on Rigid Board

A flat, firm sign instead of a poster. For door signs, rules and permanent notices, an A4 print mounted on a rigid board stays flat for years. See our Foamex signs, Correx signs and acrylic signs.

• Best for: doors, reception, rules and long-term notices

• Get a quote for an A4 sign

A4 Photo & Art Prints

Small, sharp and personal. A4 prints of photography, illustration and artwork, great for studios, galleries, cafes and gifts. A4 is also the easiest size to frame. Send the highest-resolution file you have, and we’ll check it for free. For posters from your own design, see our custom poster printing page.

Multi-Version Sets & Bulk Runs

• Same look, different details. Need 20 A4 posters for 20 branches, or six versions in different languages? Send the files and quantities, and we’ll quote the whole set so every poster matches. Larger runs cost less per poster.

• Best for: franchises, multi-site retailers, schools, councils and events

Get a quote for an A4 set

Home Printer or Professional Print? An Honest Comparison

We’ll be straight: for one throwaway notice, a home printer is fine. Here’s when it isn’t.

The simple rule: if a customer will see it, have it professionally printed. If it’s an internal draft, print it at home.

Have an A4 Design? Here’s How to Go Bigger

A lot of people design on A4 (in Word, PowerPoint or Canva) and then want a bigger poster. Good news: every A-size has the same shape, so an A4 design scales up cleanly. Here’s the enlargement for each step:

Check before you scale: vector files (PDF) stay sharp at any size. Photos and JPGs may need more pixels, so check the pixel chart on the page for the size you want, or send the file and we’ll check it free.

Will My File Work? A Quick Check for Word, PowerPoint and Canva

Most A4 delays are caused by files, not printers. Here’s a quick checklist:

1. Save as PDF. It keeps your fonts and layout exactly as they are. In Word and PowerPoint, choose Save As, then PDF. In Canva, choose Download, then PDF Print.

2. Set the page to A4. Many files default to US Letter, which is a slightly different shape.

3. Add bleed if colour runs to the edge. Add 3 mm beyond the trim. Office programs can’t always do this, and that’s fine. Send it as it is, and we’ll tell you what we can do.

4. Keep important text inside the margin. About 10 mm from the edge is safe.

5. Check fonts and images. Photos should be at least 150 dpi, and ideally 300.

6. Read it out loud. Wrong prices, dates and phone numbers are the most expensive mistakes on a poster.

No need to be an expert. Our free artwork check does all of this and tells you what to fix.

How to Display an A4 Poster

• Poster holders and snap frames: buy one with an inner size of 210 × 297 mm.

• Window: use PVC and fix it inside the glass, or choose adhesive graphics for a permanent look. See our custom window graphics.

• Notice boards: use four drawing pins or a clip for a flat finish.

• Counters: a stand or acrylic holder keeps it upright and easy to swap.

• Walls: use adhesive pads or mounting tape, and test a small area first.

• Laminated or mounted: a laminated or board-mounted A4 stays flat and wipes clean.

Where A4 Posters Work Hardest

• Counters and tills: offers, payment notices and price lists

• Cafés and restaurants: menus, allergen notices and specials

• Shop windows: sale cards, opening hours and “we’re hiring” notices

• Schools, nurseries and colleges: timetables, rules and event posters

• Offices and clinics: staff notices, health information and signage. See our directional and wayfinding signs

• Gyms and salons: class timetables, price lists and policies

• Events and exhibitions: programmes, maps and sponsor sheets

• Building sites and facilities: notices and information boards. See Correx signs

A4 posters work best alongside bigger pieces. Add a fascia sign above the door, and a roller banner for events.

How It Works: Four Steps From File to Finished A4

1. Tell us what you need. The material, how many and the date you need them. A rough idea is fine.

2. Send your artwork. Upload a print-ready file, or send your logo, photo and wording and we’ll help shape it. PDF is best.

3. Approve your proof. We check your artwork for free, tell you straight away if anything needs fixing, and send a proof. Nothing prints until you say so.

4. We print and finish. Printed, trimmed and quality-checked in our factory. Collect from High Wycombe at the time we promised, or arrange delivery. Start Your A4 Poster Order

What Does A4 Poster Printing Cost?

A4 is the lowest-priced poster size, and the price per poster falls quickly as you order more. Price depends on material (paper or PVC), finish, quantity, single or double-sided and how fast you need it.

We don’t hide extras: send us your quantity and we’ll give you a clear A4 price with no obligation. If a simple paper poster will do the job, we’ll say so, and if A3 would work better for where it’s hanging, we’ll tell you that too.

Need it fast? We offer urgent printing on selected products. Tell us your deadline and we’ll tell you honestly whether we can make it in time.

Need Anything to Go With Your A4 Poster?

• Browse all sizes: see our full poster printing range.

• Bigger and bolder: try large poster printing or A-board pavement signs.

• Banners: PVC banners for outdoors and fabric banners for indoors.

• Browse everything: view all our products or book a consultation.