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Pinboard Material Guide: Choosing the Right Surface for Your Space
Understanding why pinboards are useful doesn’t take a lot of brain power.
For one thing, they’re very flexible. They can be used in many different situations and environments. Whether it’s a school, an office or your home, you can display notices and schedules or manage people and projects.
For another, pinboards are a great communicative tool, making information accessible to a large group of people. They can serve as a public forum where people can respond to postings with enquiries, requests or recommendations.
People often view them as even better than whiteboards because they offer a greater sense of permanence. If you put something on a pinboard and come back a week later, you’d expect it to still be there, not like a whiteboard.
So, getting a pinboard is an easy decision. A decision that isn’t so easy is to decide what kind of material your pinboard should be made out of. There are a lot of options…
So, which one is the best choice? This blog will help guide you in making the right decision on pinboard material. Pin up board material ranges from cork to commercial grade fabrics.
Comparison table
| Material | Price Tier | Depth | Warranty | Colours | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cork | Most economical | ~12mm | Standard | Natural cork only | Budget-conscious spaces, sustainable interiors |
| Felt | Mid-range | ~15mm | Standard | 2 standard + 45 made-to-order | Colour-matched interiors, schools |
| Velour | Mid-range | ~12mm | 8 years | 35 colours | High-traffic areas, offices, Velcro use |
| Suzette & Sensation | Premium | Made to order | Standard | Multiple combinations | Modern commercial fit-outs |
| Krommenie | Top-tier | Made to order | 25 years | 12 colours | Maximum durability, self-healing surface |
| Acoustic Pinboard | Premium | Varies | Standard | Multiple finishes | Noise reduction + display in one product |
If you want to choose the most economical option that still offers a highly practical solution, then cork is the way to go. We only use 100% natural cork, which is laid over environmentally friendly bioboard. The depth of the pinboard is approximately 12 mm and sizes range from 900 x 600 to 2400 x 1200 mm. Standard aluminium frames feature rounded corners and concealed fixings, making our cork pin board material lightweight and easy to install.
The next step up in our pinboard range is the felt pinboard, the size range and use of bioboard is the same as for the cork version, but felt pinboard material have the added advantage of being a great option for customers who want a specific colour. Our standard colours are royal blue and grey, with other coloured (over 45 colours available) felt boards made to order. All of our felt pinboards are made with quality wool felt and have a depth of around 15 mm.
Our most popular pinboard material, velour is available in framed or unframed (wrapped) versions and is loved for its stylish, high-quality, smooth finish that's both pin and Velcro receptive. It's low-maintenance and non-allergenic, with a UV-stabilised, non-woven fabric that won't fray or zip over time. Available in 35 colours with a 12mm depth, velour pinboards are backed by an 8-year surface warranty.
Manufactured from commercial-grade 100% polyester, Suzette and Sensation pinboards suit clients after a modern look and are always made to order. The two ranges use different types of polyester, giving each a distinct finish: Suzette has a flat, shiny look with a real sparkle, while Sensation is more textured and subtly reflects more light. Choose the framed version of either and you can also select an LX Edge frame powder-coated in black or white.
Krommenie Bulletin Board Pinboards
Krommenie is our top-of-the-line pinboard, the Rolls Royce of the range, and our most durable, hard-wearing option. Its linoleum surface resists mould, mildew, dust and bacteria, and thanks to the quality of its construction, every Krommenie pinboard comes with a 25-year surface warranty. Its standout feature is a self-healing surface: pinholes disappear almost as soon as pins are removed, so the board always looks like new.
For spaces where noise is as much a concern as display space, acoustic pinboard material combines a pinnable surface with genuine sound-absorbing performance. Rather than choosing between a pinboard and an acoustic panel, an acoustic pinboard gives you both in a single product, ideal for open-plan offices, classrooms, and busy communal areas where reducing echo and background noise improves focus and comfort.
Looking for premium pinboards, notice boards, cork boards or felt pinboards in Australia? At JustBoards, we supply a comprehensive range of wall-mounted and freestanding boards for schools, offices, classrooms, commercial spaces and homes. Whether you need a cork notice board for displaying important information, a felt pinboard for showcasing ideas and student work, or a modern notice board for collaborative workspaces, our Australian-made products combine exceptional durability, functionality and contemporary design. Available in a wide range of sizes, colours and mounting options, our premium pinboards are built to withstand everyday use while enhancing any interior.
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