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Large whiteboards have many uses; they can be effective in the office, at home, and in the classroom – just to name a few places that can benefit. If you are in the market and looking for large whiteboards for sale, or thinking about buying one in the future, you should think about the possible types and uses that commonly occur. Some questions that you should ask yourself are:
- Will the whiteboard need to be portable?
- Will it need to be interactive?
- At what height will it be used?
- Does it need a special type of sub-surface (magnetic) material?
- Is this something I can make for myself (by painting or another method)?
Answering these question prior to buying large whiteboards will help you get the right one for your needs.
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Types Of Large Whiteboards Surfaces
Large whiteboards are also known by many other names; you might see them labeled as:
- markerboard
- dry erase board
- dry wipe board
- pen-board
- grease board
All of these names generally refer to what we commonly refer to as “whiteboard”. Nowadays most of the surfaces on large whiteboards are composed of melamine, enamel on steel, and porcelain steel. Melamine is less commonly used as it exhibits what is referred to as “ghosting”. This is where the erased image can be still be seen. This is an undesirable attribute in a surface, you should stay away from this material if possible. In addition to solid, and heavy, sheets there are now other alternatives. These include whiteboards sheets with glue, posters, roll-on, and even paint on whiteboard material. Another alternative to tradition large whiteboards is the use of clear surfaces such as glass or specialty acrylic against a light background such as a normal light colored wall. Do you want to save money and make a cheap large whiteboard? Read how to make your own large whiteboard.
Uses For Large Whiteboards
- Large Whiteboard Calendar
- Large Magnetic Whiteboard
- Order Board
- Brainstorming Area
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