Standard Poster Sizes Guide

March 5, 2022 GuruTeam Uncategorized

STANDARD POSTER SIZES A GUIDE

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This is our standard poster sizes guide. Posters have been used to display events, businesses or to spread the word for hundreds of years. They’re great for grabbing someone’s attention and are used to make someone aware of a specific event or to encourage us to purchase or be aware of a item or service such as exhibitions, ,movies and store promos. You as a business or individual can take advantage of this age old advertising item by printing a custom poster. At Guru Printers we offer a wide range of poster printing from bulk posters to single low volume poster printing.

We offer 2 types of paper for our custom low volume poster printing which comes in either a glossy paper or a matte. We offer 2 type of paper for our bulk poster printing as well, which comes in a 100lb paper or a 80lb paper. If you have any questions or would like to speak to our friendly staff, please contact us today. Guru Printers is a family owned printing company with many years of experience in the field. Rest assured that if you print your custom posters with Guru Printers, they will be memorable and will spread the word on your product.

Poster Sizes


US Size (Inches)	Euro Size (Millimeters)	Quantity	Print Process	Paper Options
8.5 x 11in	215.9 x 279.4mm	1 – 250	Digital	Text Stock, Cover Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
		250 – 25K	Bulk Offset	Text Stock, Cover Stock
11 x 17in	279.4 x 431.8mm	1 – 250	Digital	Text Stock, Cover Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
		250 – 25K	Bulk Offset	Text Stock, Cover Stock
12 x 18in	304.8 x 457.2mm	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Cover Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
		100 – 10mil.	Bulk Offset	Text Stock, Cover Stock
16 x 20in	406.4 x 508mm	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
		100 – 25K	Bulk Offset	Text Stock
18 x 24in	457.2 x 609.6mm	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
		100 – 25K.	Bulk Offset	Text Stock
19 x 27in	482.6 x 685.8mm	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
		100 – 25K.	Bulk Offset	Text Stock,
20 x 30in	508 x 762mm	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
22 x 28in	558.8 x 711.2mm	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
22 x 34in	558.8 x 863.6mm	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
24 x 36in	609.6 x 914.4mm	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
		100 – 25K.	Bulk Offset	Text Stock
27 x 40in	685.8 x 1016mm	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
40 x 60in	1016 x 1524mm	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
46 x 67in	1168 x 1702mm	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
48 x 36in	1219.2 x 914.4mm	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl
Custom Size	Custom Size	1 – 100	Digital	Text Stock, Foam Boards, PVC, Vinyl

8.5″ X 11″ (LETTER-SIZE)

This standard poster size is also known as “poster flyers” or “A4-size flyers”, this poster is the smallest size available for announcements or company advertisements. The benefit of this size is that it can be placed in small spaces and placed in volume to get the maximum effect and attention for your product or businesses. This size is also a great way to get the word out for a concerts, event, music recital, sports events and much more. When designing this type of poster, make sure to keep the messaging simple to get the most impact.

11″ X 17″ (BULLETIN SIZE POSTERS)

This is one size up from an 8.5” x 11” poster and it is commonly known as a bulletin poster. This is a very popular size for limited size spaces such as lamp posts and small walls. These are also very good for indoor advertising such as coffee shops and local record stores. The are larger than the A4 size posters and are able to grab more attention in a small amount of wall space. Make sure to use large letters and imagery when producing this type of custom poster to grab the most attention! Contact us at Guru Printers to order your quality 11” x 17” custom poster today.

12″ X 18″ (MINI SIZE POSTERS)

This poster size of 12” x 18” is also known as a “mini poster” and is great for medium to small size applications. These are great for movie posters, recital posters, event posters, concert posters and much more. This is a very affordable size to print in and to get the maximum impact with. This size is also great to showcase your graphic design skills. Make sure that your design is concise and to the point to get the maximum effect. Order your mini posters today at Guru Printers.

NOW WE’RE GETTING INTO OUR BIG POSTERS!

16″ X 20″

This is a great size for a single poster or for a low volume order. It’s a great way to showcase your graphic design skills, your photography, or your art. It is also regularly used by companies to advertise products, promos or upcoming sales and or services. This size of poster will really grab the attention of your clientele, family, or friends. Our 16” x 20” posters start at $15.00. Contact our friendly staff today.

18″ X 24″ (MEDIUM SIZE POSTERS)

If you’re looking for a medium sized poster than 18” x 24” posters are for you. This poster size is one of the most requested by our clients due to it’s scale and middle of the road size. This is the standard size for music venues, comedy shows and band posters. They are also great for offices, lofts and baby’s rooms. Make sure to use large imagery and text when designing a poster of this size. If you are looking for a great promotional custom 18” x 24” poster, contact us today!

19″ X 27″

These posters are great for movie posters, artwork, and family imagery. This size id the most used for stores and promotional sales. It is also used for promoting music festivals and outdoor events. Our clients also use these to display menus for restaurants and local eateries. If you need a quality poster in a medium to large size than 19” x 27” posters are for you.

20″ X 30″

This poster size of 20” x 30” is most used for home décor, store sale advertisements, promotional or for upcoming event announcements. These are used for both outdoor and indoor advertising. Make sure to use bold imagery and text for this size and catch the attention of any viewer today! Contact our friendly staff at Guru Printers Los Angeles to order you 20” x 30” custom poster today!

22″ X 28″

Grab attention with this large poster sized at 22” x 28”! These are very large size prints made to advertise large events, sales, or promotions. These can also be used to display restaurant menus or movies. Make sure to use bold and detailed messaging when designing a 22” x 28” poster so that your viewer walks away with an impression.

24″ X 36″ (LARGE SIZE POSTERS)

The most popular poster size on the market is 24” x 36”. These posters are great for large advertising campaigns to grab the attention of foot traffic from a distance. They are large enough so that you can display large imagery and a large amount of text. You can commonly see these posters at conventions and exhibits. With this size you can let your imagination run wild to create a unique print. If you’d like to order this popular custom poster, contact us today!

27″ X 40″ (MOVIE POSTERS)

This size is an industry standard for movie posters. These can be found in movie theater windows, agencies and store windows. This size poster is very common and is great for promoting independent movies or large upcoming movies. These posters can also be used for advertising events, promotional sales and sidewalk advertisements. Read more about our standard poster sizes guide.

48″ X 36″ (ACADEMIC POSTERS)

If you are looking to print academic or research poster, 48” x 36” is the perfect size for you. This is the most used size for scientific poster printing. This size poster can take a fair amount of text and imagery and is great for scientific and academic presentations.

SAME DAY POSTER PRINTING

If you are looking to print a poster in a rush, look no further than Guru Printers. We offer high quality custom printing services in a rush. We also offer same day turnaround times with curbside pickup or nationwide shipping. Contact our friendly staff today!

Standard Poster Sizes Guide.

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Standard Poster Sizes Guide

Standard Poster Sizes Guide

STANDARD POSTER SIZES A GUIDE