A poster is a single-page statement, and in Riyadh it is used everywhere from shop windows to exhibition halls. The right choice comes down to size, substrate and placement. This guide sets out the standard formats, the indoor/outdoor split, and what a poster campaign really costs.
Standard Poster Sizes
- A3 (297 x 420 mm): wall menus and counter promos.
- A2 (420 x 594 mm): window posters and retail displays.
- A1 (594 x 841 mm): banners beside doors, event posters.
- A0 (841 x 1189 mm) and larger: backdrops and exhibition boards.
Paper vs Rigid Poster Boards
Paper posters (130-170 GSM) fold or roll and suit frames and windows. Rigid 5 mm PVC / foamboard suits wall-mounting and exhibition panels, printed and cut to edge. Ask which rigid option the printer stocks before finalising dimensions.
Indoor and Outdoor Protection
- Matte lamination: cuts glare for indoor wall posters.
- Glossy lamination: boosts colour for window use.
- UV-protected outdoor: for sun-facing signs and A-boards.
- Mounting on substrate: board, ACP or plexiglass for permanent placement.
Design for Read-At-Distance Posters
A poster is read from metres away: one headline, one image, one action. Ten words or fewer for the heading, high-contrast text, and artwork built at 100% size at 150-300 DPI so the edges stay sharp.
Poster Printing Prices in Riyadh
| Size | Paper | Rigid + laminate |
|---|---|---|
| A3 | SAR 15-30 | SAR 45-75 |
| A2 | SAR 25-45 | SAR 60-100 |
| A1 | SAR 40-70 | SAR 90-150 |
| A0 | SAR 70-120 | SAR 150-260 |
Ordering Poster Runs and Displays
Quantity drives price on paper posters; rigid boards are usually quoted per piece. For a window campaign, confirm the exact glass size and ask for mounting or hanging strips to be fitted.
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WhatsApp usA3 is the everyday size for menus and indoor promos, while A1 is the standard for door and event posters. Large exhibition backdrops use A0 or custom rigid panels.
Any poster facing the street or direct sunlight should be UV-laminated. Indoor wall posters benefit from matte lamination to cut glare. Unlaminated paper is fine for short-lived internal notices.
Paper posters up to A1 in modest quantities can often be produced same-day on the digital line. Rigid mounting and large formats normally need 24 to 72 hours.
