What Can Placards Be Used For? A Guide to Custom Placard Printing

Placards are portable signs used to display a message, promote an event or support a campaign. They can be printed with text, images, branding, or other information, making them suitable for a range of events and purposes.

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What Are Placards Used For?

Placards can be used wherever a clear message needs to be seen by a group of people. They are particularly useful for events where signs need to be carried or displayed by individuals.

Placards are commonly used for campaigns, demonstrations, events, promotions and public displays where a clear message needs to be seen by a group of people. Printed placards can also be customised with branding, slogans, images and other information to suit different organisations and occasions.

Custom Placard Printing for Campaigns and Events

Custom placards allow you to create signs around a specific message, event or campaign. You can include your own artwork, branding, colours, logos, photographs and text.

For campaigns, demonstrations and protest placards, a simple design with large, easy-to-read text can help your message stand out in a crowd. For business or charity events, hand held placards can also form part of a wider display alongside banners, posters and other signage.

If you need a larger quantity, keeping the design consistent across your placards can help create a more recognisable campaign or event display.

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What Should You Put on a Placard?

The content will depend on how the placard is being used, but it's usually best to keep the main message short and clear.

You can choose:

• A headline or slogan

• Logo or organisation name

• Key information

• Website or QR code

• Call to action

• Relevant images or graphics

Consider how far away the placards will be viewed. Large text and a simple layout are generally easier to read, particularly at busy outdoor events or demonstrations.

Sustainability can also be a consideration when choosing placard materials. Take a look at our guide to Sustainable Placard Printing: Why Choose Eco-Friendly Materials? to learn more about eco-friendly options, or explore our eco placards.

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From simple slogans to branded designs, choose printed placards suited to your campaign or event.

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Choosing Printed Placards

When ordering printed placards, consider the following:

Consideration	What to think about
Size	How large does the message need to be to read clearly?
Quantity	How many people need a placard?
Material	Where will the placards be used and how long do they need to last?
Artwork	Do you already have print-ready artwork?
Date required	When do the finished placards need to be ready?

Providing these details when requesting a quote can help make sure the finished placards are suitable for their intended use.

Custom Placard Printing from Carrick Signs

Carrick Signs provides custom placards and printed placards for campaigns, demonstrations, events and other requirements. You can supply your own artwork and specifications, or speak to the team about your requirements if you need help preparing your signage.

Whether you need placards for a one-off event or a larger campaign, the right size, material and quantity can be discussed as part of your order.

Get in touch with Carrick Signs to discuss your custom placard printing requirements.