Collection: Notice Boards

Quick answer: Notice boards from Presentation Spaces come in felt, hessian, and combination finishes, in framed and unframed styles, with fire-rated (Class 1 and Class B), lockable, tamperproof, and weatherproof options for schools, offices, care settings, and outdoor locations. Every board ships ready to fix to the wall.

Felt, hessian, and combination surfaces

Felt is the most popular pin-board surface for good reason: pins push in cleanly, hold firmly, and leave almost no visible hole when removed. Our unframed felt notice board offers a cost-effective starting point, while the Premier Felt notice board steps up to a denser, premium-grade felt with a Class 1 fire-retardant rating included as standard.

Hessian-wrapped boards give a warmer, more textured look suited to reception areas and staff rooms where aesthetics matter as much as function. Combination boards pair a pinnable felt or hessian section with a dry-wipe panel, letting one wall fixture carry both a monthly planner and a rotating display.

Framed vs unframed notice boards

An aluminium frame protects the board edge, gives a clean finish, and makes corners easy to rehang after redecoration. Most boards in this collection use an anodised or satin-silver aluminium frame, which suits both modern office fit-outs and school corridor walls. The frame also carries the fire-rating certification where relevant.

Unframed pinboards are available for built-in installations where a surround trim will be added on site, or where a seamless run of display surface is needed across a full wall. Contact us if you need a bespoke size or wrap configuration.

Fire-rated notice boards: Class 1 and Class B

In any building subject to fire-safety legislation, a notice board on a public corridor or escape route must meet a minimum surface-spread-of-flame standard. Two ratings appear across this range:

• Class 1 (BS 476 Part 7) is the UK/legacy standard for surface spread of flame and is required in most schools, hospitals, and public buildings. The Premier Felt Class 1 notice board and the Eco FR Tamperproof noticeboard both carry this rating.
• Class B (EN 13501-1) is the European harmonised equivalent now referenced in many public-sector specifications. The Premier Camira Cara noticeboard is rated Class B and is finished in Camira's Cara wool-blend fabric, making it a popular choice for higher-education and corporate interiors where fire safety and a premium aesthetic both matter.

If your project specification calls for a fire rating and you are unsure which class applies, check with your building control officer or fire consultant. We can supply supporting documentation for any rated board in the range.

Lockable and tamperproof notice boards

Where notices must stay in place, or where the board is in an unsupervised public area, a lockable or tamperproof option removes the risk of unauthorised removal or damage.

The Eco FR Tamperproof felt noticeboard uses a concealed fixing system that prevents the display from being disturbed without the correct tool, while still carrying the Class 1 fire rating. For locations such as hospital corridors, housing schemes, and leisure centres, this combination covers both the security and the compliance requirement in a single unit.

Lockable glazed notice boards add a hinged, lockable perspex or glass door over the pinnable surface. They protect notices from weather if positioned near a building entrance, and keep legally required displays (such as employer liability insurance certificates or health and safety notices) intact in high-footfall areas.

Indoor notice boards for schools and offices

Schools represent the largest use case for notice boards in the UK. Corridor displays, classroom pin-boards, and admin-area announcement boards all have different requirements: a classroom board needs a large surface area and bright fabric colours; a corridor board needs a Class 1 fire rating; an office reception board benefits from a lockable door and a trim finish.

The Take Notice FR aluminium-frame notice board is a strong all-rounder for schools: fire-retardant surface, clean aluminium frame, and available in a range of sizes. For offices, the Premier Felt and Camira Cara ranges offer a more refined finish that sits comfortably alongside meeting-room furniture.

Outdoor and weatherproof notice boards

Outdoor notice boards need a sealed, weatherproof case rather than a simple frame, to keep notices legible through rain, condensation, and UV exposure. The Exterior Weatherproof noticeboard uses a fully enclosed aluminium housing with a lockable, UV-resistant door. It is suitable for mounting on external walls, fences, and posts, making it a practical choice for school entrance areas, village halls, sports clubs, and car parks where display information needs to remain readable year-round.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a notice board and a noticeboard?

There is no functional difference: both spellings refer to the same product, a board fixed to a wall (or free-standing) on which notices, announcements, or displays are pinned. "Noticeboard" is the single-word spelling now more common in British English; "notice board" as two words appears in older literature and many product specifications. Both are used interchangeably across this collection.

Which fire rating do I need for a school or hospital corridor?

Most UK schools, hospitals, and other public buildings require a minimum Class 1 surface-spread-of-flame rating (BS 476 Part 7) on any display material fixed to an escape corridor. Some newer specifications written to European standards require Class B (EN 13501-1). Check your building's fire strategy document or ask your fire consultant; if you need written confirmation of a board's rating, we can supply the test certificate on request.

What is a tamperproof noticeboard and where is it used?

A tamperproof noticeboard uses concealed or security fixings to prevent notices from being removed or rearranged without an authorised tool. It is used in locations where continuity of display matters, for example legally required employer notices in workplaces, health-and-safety information in leisure centres, or tenant communication boards in housing schemes. The Eco FR Tamperproof noticeboard in this collection combines tamperproof fixings with a Class 1 fire rating.

Can I get a lockable notice board for outdoor use?

Yes. The Exterior Weatherproof noticeboard in this range combines a lockable door with a fully sealed, weatherproof aluminium housing. It protects notices from rain and UV degradation and is suitable for external walls, gatepost mounting, or free-standing post kits. For indoor lockable boards with a glazed door, see the lockable notice board options within this collection.

What size notice board do I need for a classroom?

A standard UK classroom typically uses boards in the 900 x 600 mm to 1200 x 900 mm range for wall-mounted displays, though larger corridor-style boards running 1800 mm or more across are common in primary schools. The right size depends on wall space, the volume of material you need to display at any one time, and whether the board is the room's main display surface or a supplementary pinboard. We offer a wide size range across the felt, hessian, and combination board types in this collection.

Are felt notice boards easy to maintain?

Felt notice boards are low-maintenance. Pin holes close over time with normal use on a dense-grade felt surface. Loose fibres and dust can be removed with a lint roller or a light vacuum on a low setting. The surface can be spot-cleaned with a damp cloth and mild detergent for adhesive residue, though heavily soiled panels are best replaced rather than cleaned. Most boards in this range ship with the felt surface pre-tensioned and ready to pin immediately on delivery.