Specialist High Quality A3 Poster Printing
We specialise in individual and low volume high quality prints suitable for a range of uses including CAD drawings and fine art prints. We only print using genuine 8-colour Epson inks and printers which guarantee sharp, vibrant, colour saturated prints every time.
Unbeatable Quality and Prices on all A3 Printing
Our perfectly – proportioned A3 posters are printed up to a stunning 1440dpi and come in your choice of matt, satin and photo gloss finish with laminate options available. Not only do we offer premium quality materials and production on all of our posters, we will price-match any of our UK competitors who sell the same quality of product for less.
Choosing the Right Finish for Your A3 Poster
We offer five options of paper finish for your poster: matt, satin, photo gloss, pastable paper, and plastic paper.
Matt Premium:
Matt poster paper doesn’t reflect light and is well suited to black and white posters, less detailed posters, and posters that will be viewed in well-lit settings. A key benefit of matt poster paper is that smudges aren’t visible on it so you don’t have to worry so much about keeping your poster clean.
Satin Premium:
Satin poster paper provides a middle ground between photo gloss and matt paper. It showcases colours, details and contrasts very well, but doesn’t produce as much glare as photo gloss paper. Smudges are also less visible on this type of paper so it’s possible to display this type of poster without a protective cover.
Gloss Premium:
Photo gloss paper is reflective and helps to showcase the colours and details of your poster, especially useful if the poster will be viewed in a low-light setting. Photo gloss paper shows dirt and fingerprints so is best covered with glass or plastic. In settings with very bright lighting, gloss paper can be too reflective and mean the graphic is difficult to see from all angles.
Pastable Paper:
Recommended for short term use, the pastable blue-backed paper is designed specifically for outdoor use and is crack and flake resistant – even if it is folded after getting wet. At 125gsm thickness it’s thicker than the industry standard, making it more durable and easier to hang. The blue-backing also prevents the background surface from showing through the poster. This is a budget outdoor poster paper which is often used for events posters and billboards. Due to the texture of this material, the print quality can be reduced compared to printing on other poster material and is recommended for larger posters viewed from a distance. The blue-backing on the material may result in artwork darkening slightly.
Plastic Paper:
The SyntiSOL plastic paper is self-explanatory, it's plastic paper that is perfect for outdoor use. It is an extremely weatherproof and durable material with a satin finish that produces excellent print quality. We recommend this paper type if your poster will be viewed from close range, such as point-of-sale displays and entrance posters. The product is guaranteed to stand the test of time if used correctly.
Need a Frame for Your A3 Poster?
A frame is a great way of showcasing your poster and creating a really professional looking display. We stock Trappa poster frames which have an innovative front opening system so you can hang your poster without having to remove the frame from the wall. Trappa frames are a great way of creating easy to renew, professional looking advertising displays with very little effort. The frames are made from anodized aluminium in a choice of silver or black finish and are suitable for outdoor use.
We also stock A3 Poster Frames that are high quality wooden frames in a range of finishes (black, white, brushed silver, and oak), providing a great way to display your A3 prints. The acrylic glaze used in these frames looks like traditional glass but is much harder to break and less hazardous if accidentally broken.
Don’t Have a Design for Your A3 Poster Yet?
Struggling to design your poster artwork? No problem! Just select the ‘Design & Print’ option and choose the standard or advanced package, if you’re not sure which suits your needs best please contact us. Any assets you have, such as logos or imagery can then be uploaded and a design brief left in the notes section. Next proceed through to checkout to pay for your A3 poster. After we process your order a member of our design team will contact you with a design for your approval.
For other standard sizes see our A2, A0, 2A0, & A1 poster printing services or check out our main poster printing page for a full overview of all the poster printing options we offer. We also provide a wide range of other large format printing services including PVC banner printing, mesh banners, roller banners, fabric banners, flag printing, pop up stands and vinyl printing for walls, windows and floors.
Any questions or queries please contact us on 0800 612 9266 or email us at info@bigartandbanners.com. Our team of poster printing experts are standing by to help!
A3 Poster Printing FAQs
What size are A3 posters?
A3 poster size is 420mm x 297mm.
What type of paper do you print A3 posters on?
We offer 3 different choices of paper for our indoor posters: 180gsm matt paper, 210gsm satin paper, and 225gsm photo-gloss paper. For outdoor posters, we have 2 different choices of paper: 125gsm blue-backed paper and SynstiSOL plastic paper.
What is blue-backed poster paper?
Our blue-backed poster paper has a satin finish. The blue backing helps reduce show-through when pasted over other images.
What are your poster printing services suitable for?
Our premium range comprises of incredibly high quality paper, and is ideal for single or small batch print runs for high-end posters that will last for years.
What are your finish options?
You can choose between matt, satin, and photo-gloss finishes for posters.
Can you laminate my A3 poster?
Laminating your poster can help protect it so it lasts longer. We offer three options for laminating: matt, gloss, and antimicrobial.
What is antimicrobial laminate?
Safeguard those around you with this new laminate film which delivers over 99.99% protection against Covid-19 / Coronavirus, bacteria, parasites and fungi. It incorporates the highly effective antimicrobial agent, zinc pyrithione. It’s ideal for application in environments requiring high levels of hygiene such as retail, public transport, healthcare, education, hospitality and events.
- Effective against Covid-19 / Coronavirus.
- Kills bacteria, fungi and parasites.
- Over 99.99% proven effectiveness.
- Guaranteed protection for 3 years.
- Fully resistant to heavy-duty and abrasive cleaning.
Do you print other poster sizes?
We print all standard poster sizes including A1, A2, A0, 2A0 posters as well as custom sizes.
How do I order a poster?
To place an order online, simply select your options and upload your artwork, or choose our design service on this page and proceed through checkout.
What format should my artwork be in?
Please read our guidelines for supplying artwork.
Can I upload more than one image per order?
If you're ordering more than one poster of the same size, and have various pieces of artwork to supply, our uploader will allow you to add as many images as you need to complete you order.
Can you colour match?
Our printers produce CMYK images and artwork supplied in this format will be printed with the colour values stated. We do offer a personalised colour matching service please contact our sales office for more information and pricing.
Can you edit my artwork?
Yes, we can make amendments to your artwork. For this you will need to select one of our design services, which will allow for approx 1 hour or 2 hours design time depending on the package you choose.
Can I collect from store?
If it is convenient for you to collect or arrange collection from our factory in Manchester, you can select this option during the checkout process.
