Foam PVC (also known as expanded PVC or foamed PVC sheet) is a lightweight, rigid plastic material made by blending PVC resin with a foaming agent. During production, it expands into a closed-cell structure, giving it a strong yet low-density profile. It’s tough enough to handle impact, resistant to moisture and chemicals, and easy to cut, rout, and shape with standard tools. Smooth surfaces make it perfect for printing, laminating, or painting — it’s a fabricator’s best friend for creative, professional results.
It is often referred to by trade names such as Celuka, Excel, Multiboard, and Signex,
You can purchase pre-sized panels from our shop here or send us your files for us to cut with our precision CNC Routers
Colours
Foam PVC is only available in white but it can be painted or have vinyl applied to give it colour.
Thicknesses
Foam PVC comes in these nominal thicknesses:
- 2mm
- 3mm
- 4mm
- 6mm
- 10mm
- 16mm
- 18mm
- 20mm
- 25mm
It can be glued using Marley MCS Solvent Welding Cement (available from Mitre10, Bunnings, or similar). It takes a screw well without pre drilling – just go for a bit longer screw than you would with MDF or timber.
Usage
- Signage
- Point of sale displays
- Display boards
- Model making and Cosplay
- Photo/Image mounting
- Marine applications – boat interiors
Post processing we offer on Foam PVC
- Edge profiling
- Fabrication
- Pinning
Capabilities and Applications:
Foam PVC is extremely versatile. Indoors or outdoors, it thrives. It’s ideal for signage and point of sale displays, exhibition panels, photo mounting, and lightweight structures. Thanks to its low weight, it’s easy to install and transport. Whether you need sharp visual appeal or practical buildability, foam PVC is your go-to.
Need Something Different?
If foam PVC isn’t quite the right match — no worries. We offer a full lineup of materials like ACM, Acrylic, MDF, and more, ready to fit whatever your project demands. Head over to our Materials A-Z page to find what your next project will be made from.
