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A Large Cork Noticeboard with Room to Pin
A large pinboard works hardest when it feels warm as well as useful. This big cork board gives a generous natural surface for a whole wall of notes, plans and photographs, holding tacks and pins anywhere and resealing quietly as they are shifted. A satin aluminium frame gives a board of this size a finished, deliberate edge in place of a rustic one. Warm and approachable even at scale, it suits a busy working wall that should still feel human to stand in front of. The larger the surface, the more that natural warmth tells against a wall of flat colour. Best suited for studios, staffrooms and community spaces where a large, characterful pinboard belongs on the wall far more naturally than any block of flat colour.
Why Working Walls Choose This Cork Noticeboard
- Large Natural Surface. Generous and warm, a broad span of flecked cork holds pins across its whole working face, handing a busy studio or staffroom a single working wall with real, tactile character instead of one more flat coloured panel, so even a big functional board still feels like part of the room.
- Self-Healing Cork. Each pin leaves no lasting trace, the cork easing back across the puncture as it is drawn out, which is exactly how a large board stays smooth and even after years of being reloaded and rearranged daily, rather than turning into a patchwork of old holes and tired-looking spots.
- Room to Spread Out. Spacious by design, the broad area lets an entire project, rota or gallery of work stay in view together at once, so one cork board quietly does the job of several and keeps a sprawling display in one place, where the whole picture can be seen and worked on as a single thing.
- Satin Aluminium Frame. An anodised silver border frames the warm cork crisply, the cool metal and low-glare finish together making a large, traditional surface look deliberate and modern rather than dated or makeshift on the wall, so a sizeable pinboard still reads as a proper, finished fixture.
- Made for Pins and Tacks. Yielding enough to grip tacks and pins securely yet still let a note shift freely, the cork suits a large, living display that gets rearranged about as often as a genuinely busy wall ever demands, where things are pinned and re-pinned all day without wearing the surface out.
- Two-Year Guarantee. A full two-year Displaysense guarantee supports the panel, so a large cork board chosen for relentless, constant re-pinning is properly built to keep going through years of ordinary everyday use, so a large studio or hall wall keeps a board that works as hard as the room does.
Where This Big Cork Display Board Works
| Design Studios | A large studio wall of cork carries the sketches, swatches and reference images that turn over daily, the broad soft surface accepting pins freely and easing back into shape between each new arrangement of the work, so a whole project can live on the wall and evolve in plain sight. |
| Staffrooms | In a break room the big board gathers rotas, notices and team photographs together on one warm, approachable surface, with genuine room left over for a whole team's worth of information all at the same time, the kind of board people gather around rather than walk past. A staffroom board is as much a gathering point as a noticeboard, and the warm cork happens to suit both of those jobs equally well at once. |
| School Halls | Larger education spaces use the cork board for pupil work and displays on a scale a full class can crowd around, the time-honoured pin surface still the natural pick for a big shared wall, where the warm material suits celebrating work as much as posting notices. |
| Community Halls | Village halls and visitor centres put the broad board to work on event posters and local notices, the hard-wearing cork coping calmly with relentless changes made by many different volunteer hands, so a much-used public board stays tidy despite constant unsupervised reloading. |
| Universities | Campuses and training rooms use the generous board for schedules, course details and project work, the warm natural tone helping keep a busy, high-pressure academic wall feeling settled rather than coldly clinical, where a large board has to organise a lot without feeling severe. |
| Breakout Areas | Larger reception and breakout walls use the cork board for welcome information and pinned updates, the natural finish giving a warm, characterful first impression to anyone arriving in or passing through the space, so even a practical board adds to the feel of the room. |
Smaller Cork, or a Felt Surface?
Tight on wall space, or after felt rather than cork? There is a smaller cork noticeboard for smaller spots, and a red felt noticeboard if you would rather have colour. Call 01279 460460 or get in touch for help choosing surface and size.
What lets cork hold a pin so reliably is the millions of elastic, air-filled chambers packed tightly together just beneath its surface. Drive a pin in and those chambers compress aside to let it through, then push back against the shaft to clamp it firmly in position. Withdraw the pin again and they expand to close the puncture, so the board effectively reseals itself instead of slowly scarring. On a large surface that gets re-pinned every single day, that quiet recovery is exactly what keeps a whole wall of material looking even, tidy and deliberate rather than scarred.
A board this big mounts with surprisingly little fuss for its size. Hidden fittings take the screws at each corner, snap caps cover them over for a tidy finish, and the full kit is supplied so nothing has to be bought in beforehand. With two people the long edges line up and level quickly between them. Tackled alone, a little patience and a spirit level still get there. Either orientation works equally well, settled simply by which side you choose to have end up on top against the wall. None of the parts are special or easily lost, so the board can be unpacked and hung in one go without a hunt for plugs or caps.
Anodised rather than painted, the aluminium surround has had its surface chemically thickened into a sealed, protective layer. That makes it effectively immune to the flaking and chipping that eventually spoils ordinary coated frames, and resistant to scratches and finger marks into the bargain. A muted satin sheen stops it bouncing hard light back into the room from windows or fittings. Set around warm, natural cork, the cool silver edge looks crisp, modern and entirely intentional against the grain.
Cork carries a warmth that no manufactured colour can ever quite fake, and at this larger scale that character genuinely fills a wall. Its soft, mottled face suits studios, staffrooms and heritage rooms where a cold, clinical board would feel out of place against the room. Large and yet still inviting, it pulls a busy, layered display together without hardening the overall look of the space around it. For somewhere that is meant to feel human and welcoming rather than corporate, natural cork still quietly leads the field over any printed colour. Pinned with overlapping work the cork only looks better, the layered display reading as a worked, living surface rather than a tidy grid, which is exactly the effect a studio or a heritage room is usually after.
What Ships with This Board
- 1 x large cork noticeboard with a satin anodised aluminium frame and natural cork display face
- 1 x wall fixing kit with four concealed corner fixings and snap-on covers
Fitting Out a Studio or a Whole Site?
Larger cork boards often go in across studios, staffrooms or several rooms at once. Our team can quote multiple boards, mix in the smaller size or felt colours, and send them together. Call 01279 460460 or send us your requirements and we will help you plan it.
NB7509C is a 1200mm x 900mm cork noticeboard with a satin anodised aluminium frame from Displaysense. The large natural cork surface is made for push pins and tacks and closes back over pin holes when they are removed. Board size 1200mm x 900mm. Weight 4kg. A satin silver anodised frame with rounded safe corners and concealed corner fixings, supplied with a complete wall fixing kit and mounting either portrait or landscape. Two-year guarantee. Suited to studios, staffrooms, schools, offices, community and heritage spaces. Also available as a smaller 900mm x 600mm cork board and with felt surfaces in red or green at this size. Displaysense, UK display specialist since 1978.
Full technical specification for the large 1200mm x 900mm cork noticeboard with its satin anodised aluminium frame. A natural, self-healing cork surface made for push pins and tacks, smooth rounded safe corners, concealed wall fixings and a complete fixing kit come as standard, with the board ready to mount in portrait or landscape for warm, high-capacity indoor display across studios, schools, offices, staffrooms and community spaces.
| Specification | Detail | What This Means for You |
|---|---|---|
| Surface | Natural cork | A soft, self-healing surface takes push pins and tacks and closes over the holes when they come out, so a large cork board stays neat and even through years of frequent, everyday changes. |
| Frame | Satin anodised aluminium | The anodised edge resists scratches, corrosion and fingerprints, while the satin finish takes the glare out of windows and overhead lighting. |
| Frame Colour | Satin silver | A neutral silver border frames the warm, natural cork and keeps a large board looking smart in studios, schools, offices and public areas of every kind. |
| Board Size | 1200mm x 900mm | A large pinning area holds a full wall of notices and work at once, so a single board can serve a whole studio, staffroom or corridor wall on its own. |
| Weight | Approximately 4kg | Light for a board this size, so one person can hold it while another marks the points, or fit it with a little care alone. |
| Orientation | Portrait or landscape | Mount the board whichever way the wall suits, with no separate brackets or extra parts needed to switch the direction it faces. |
| Corners | Rounded with concealed fixings | Smooth corners and hidden screw heads remove sharp points and visible fixings, suiting schools, studios, offices and public areas. |
| Fixings | Wall fixing kit included | Every part needed to mount the board comes in the box, so nothing else has to be sourced or bought in before the board is fitted. |
| Display Method | Push pins and tacks | Push pins press in with a soft push and pull out cleanly, and the cork closes over each hole rather than leaving a lasting mark, dent or hole. |
| Environment | Indoor use | Made for interior walls in studios, schools, offices and community spaces, and kept well away from damp, rain and any direct weather. |
| Guarantee | 2 years | Covered against everyday wear for two full years, backing the board through constant re-pinning and steady daily use in a busy space. |
| Returns | 28 days | An unused board may be sent back within 28 days in its original packaging for a simple, straightforward refund. |
Free delivery on every order, no minimum spend
UK Mainland standard delivery included on everything we sell.
Standard
Free
Always included, no minimum order
Express
£9.95
Express options shown at checkout where available
Lead time
2 to 3 days
Working days, UK Mainland
Returns
28 days
Original condition and packaging
Good to know
- Orders before 4pm typically ship the same day
- Tracking email sent on dispatch
- Ground-floor, accessible delivery point
Returns must be unused and in original packaging. Full delivery information · Returns policy
Frequently Asked Questions About This Cork Noticeboard
Q: What is the best large cork noticeboard for a studio or staffroom?
A: The NB7509C 1200 x 900mm cork board is a strong choice for studios and staffrooms. The large natural cork takes push pins and tacks across the whole surface and closes over the holes when notices move, and the satin aluminium frame keeps a big traditional board looking smart.
Q: How does a large cork noticeboard hold pins?
A: A cork board grips pins through its cellular make-up. The material is packed with tiny air cells whose walls flex apart as a pin enters and spring back to hold it. Removing the pin lets the walls close the gap, so the surface heals rather than wearing into holes, even on a large board changed often.
Q: Will a large cork board crumble where it is pinned a lot?
A: No, as long as pins are spread across the surface rather than driven into one spot repeatedly. The cork closes over each hole as a pin is removed, so a large board stays even through frequent changes. Using the whole area, as most displays do, keeps the cork in good condition for years.
Q: Is this large cork board suitable for a studio or workshop?
A: Yes. Studios and workshops use the board as a working wall for sketches, swatches, references and pinned inspiration. The warm cork suits creative interiors, the large area keeps a whole project visible, and push pins move freely so a layout can be reshuffled at any time.
Q: Is this suitable for a school corridor or community hall?
A: Yes. Schools and community halls use the board for displays, notices and local information on a scale people can gather around. Cork is the familiar pinboard surface for these settings, and rounded safe corners with concealed fixings give a tidy finish near children and the public.
Q: Does the cork noticeboard come with wall fixings, and is it easy to mount?
A: Yes. A wall fixing kit is included, with four concealed corner fixings and snap-on covers. The board weighs about 4kg, so it is manageable for one person to hold level while another marks the holes, or to fit single-handed with care on plasterboard, brick or partition walls.
Q: What size is this cork board and how heavy is it?
A: This cork board is 1200 x 900mm and weighs roughly 4kg. The large cork area holds a full wall of notices and work, and the weight stays easy to handle when fitting. It mounts in portrait or landscape, with the orientation set as it goes up.
Q: Should I choose the cork board or the felt version at this size?
A: Both are 1200 x 900mm in the same satin aluminium frame. The cork is a warm, natural surface for push pins, ideal where a traditional pinboard suits the room; the red NB7509R felt adds a choice of colour and takes pins, staples and Velcro. Choose cork for a natural look, felt for colour and fixing flexibility.
Q: Do I need a board this large, or will a smaller cork one do?
A: Choose the 1200 x 900mm board if you need a big pinning area or want a display people can gather around; a smaller cork board suits a single desk wall or a few notices. The large format keeps a busy studio or staffroom wall organised in one place rather than across several boards.
Q: Will the aluminium frame glare under studio or office lighting?
A: No. The satin anodised frame is non-gloss, so it spreads overhead light instead of reflecting it and stays glare-free from an angle, even along the longer edges of a large board. The natural cork is matt too, so the whole board reads clearly without bright spots.
Q: Does this cork noticeboard come with free UK delivery?
A: Yes. Free UK mainland delivery is part of the price, with no minimum order. Displaysense is a UK display specialist supplying studios, schools and offices from its Hertfordshire base since 1978. A two-year guarantee stands behind the board, and unused items can go back within 28 days.
Q: Does this board come in other surfaces and sizes?
A: Yes. The same aluminium framed board comes as natural cork or as a felt surface in red or green at this size, and the cork is also available as a smaller 900 x 600mm board. Larger sizes run up to 1200 x 2400mm, so a coordinated look can extend across a site.
Cork Noticeboard Guides for Studios and Schools
A large pinboard works best when it suits the room and holds up to constant use, and natural cork has been the trusted choice for generations. These Displaysense guides help with choosing the right board, planning studio and classroom display, and placing notices where they get noticed.
Overview
A Large Cork Noticeboard with Room to Pin
A large pinboard works hardest when it feels warm as well as useful. This big cork board gives a generous natural surface for a whole wall of notes, plans and photographs, holding tacks and pins anywhere and resealing quietly as they are shifted. A satin aluminium frame gives a board of this size a finished, deliberate edge in place of a rustic one. Warm and approachable even at scale, it suits a busy working wall that should still feel human to stand in front of. The larger the surface, the more that natural warmth tells against a wall of flat colour. Best suited for studios, staffrooms and community spaces where a large, characterful pinboard belongs on the wall far more naturally than any block of flat colour.
Why Working Walls Choose This Cork Noticeboard
- Large Natural Surface. Generous and warm, a broad span of flecked cork holds pins across its whole working face, handing a busy studio or staffroom a single working wall with real, tactile character instead of one more flat coloured panel, so even a big functional board still feels like part of the room.
- Self-Healing Cork. Each pin leaves no lasting trace, the cork easing back across the puncture as it is drawn out, which is exactly how a large board stays smooth and even after years of being reloaded and rearranged daily, rather than turning into a patchwork of old holes and tired-looking spots.
- Room to Spread Out. Spacious by design, the broad area lets an entire project, rota or gallery of work stay in view together at once, so one cork board quietly does the job of several and keeps a sprawling display in one place, where the whole picture can be seen and worked on as a single thing.
- Satin Aluminium Frame. An anodised silver border frames the warm cork crisply, the cool metal and low-glare finish together making a large, traditional surface look deliberate and modern rather than dated or makeshift on the wall, so a sizeable pinboard still reads as a proper, finished fixture.
- Made for Pins and Tacks. Yielding enough to grip tacks and pins securely yet still let a note shift freely, the cork suits a large, living display that gets rearranged about as often as a genuinely busy wall ever demands, where things are pinned and re-pinned all day without wearing the surface out.
- Two-Year Guarantee. A full two-year Displaysense guarantee supports the panel, so a large cork board chosen for relentless, constant re-pinning is properly built to keep going through years of ordinary everyday use, so a large studio or hall wall keeps a board that works as hard as the room does.
Where This Big Cork Display Board Works
| Design Studios | A large studio wall of cork carries the sketches, swatches and reference images that turn over daily, the broad soft surface accepting pins freely and easing back into shape between each new arrangement of the work, so a whole project can live on the wall and evolve in plain sight. |
| Staffrooms | In a break room the big board gathers rotas, notices and team photographs together on one warm, approachable surface, with genuine room left over for a whole team's worth of information all at the same time, the kind of board people gather around rather than walk past. A staffroom board is as much a gathering point as a noticeboard, and the warm cork happens to suit both of those jobs equally well at once. |
| School Halls | Larger education spaces use the cork board for pupil work and displays on a scale a full class can crowd around, the time-honoured pin surface still the natural pick for a big shared wall, where the warm material suits celebrating work as much as posting notices. |
| Community Halls | Village halls and visitor centres put the broad board to work on event posters and local notices, the hard-wearing cork coping calmly with relentless changes made by many different volunteer hands, so a much-used public board stays tidy despite constant unsupervised reloading. |
| Universities | Campuses and training rooms use the generous board for schedules, course details and project work, the warm natural tone helping keep a busy, high-pressure academic wall feeling settled rather than coldly clinical, where a large board has to organise a lot without feeling severe. |
| Breakout Areas | Larger reception and breakout walls use the cork board for welcome information and pinned updates, the natural finish giving a warm, characterful first impression to anyone arriving in or passing through the space, so even a practical board adds to the feel of the room. |
Smaller Cork, or a Felt Surface?
Tight on wall space, or after felt rather than cork? There is a smaller cork noticeboard for smaller spots, and a red felt noticeboard if you would rather have colour. Call 01279 460460 or get in touch for help choosing surface and size.
Description
What lets cork hold a pin so reliably is the millions of elastic, air-filled chambers packed tightly together just beneath its surface. Drive a pin in and those chambers compress aside to let it through, then push back against the shaft to clamp it firmly in position. Withdraw the pin again and they expand to close the puncture, so the board effectively reseals itself instead of slowly scarring. On a large surface that gets re-pinned every single day, that quiet recovery is exactly what keeps a whole wall of material looking even, tidy and deliberate rather than scarred.
A board this big mounts with surprisingly little fuss for its size. Hidden fittings take the screws at each corner, snap caps cover them over for a tidy finish, and the full kit is supplied so nothing has to be bought in beforehand. With two people the long edges line up and level quickly between them. Tackled alone, a little patience and a spirit level still get there. Either orientation works equally well, settled simply by which side you choose to have end up on top against the wall. None of the parts are special or easily lost, so the board can be unpacked and hung in one go without a hunt for plugs or caps.
Anodised rather than painted, the aluminium surround has had its surface chemically thickened into a sealed, protective layer. That makes it effectively immune to the flaking and chipping that eventually spoils ordinary coated frames, and resistant to scratches and finger marks into the bargain. A muted satin sheen stops it bouncing hard light back into the room from windows or fittings. Set around warm, natural cork, the cool silver edge looks crisp, modern and entirely intentional against the grain.
Cork carries a warmth that no manufactured colour can ever quite fake, and at this larger scale that character genuinely fills a wall. Its soft, mottled face suits studios, staffrooms and heritage rooms where a cold, clinical board would feel out of place against the room. Large and yet still inviting, it pulls a busy, layered display together without hardening the overall look of the space around it. For somewhere that is meant to feel human and welcoming rather than corporate, natural cork still quietly leads the field over any printed colour. Pinned with overlapping work the cork only looks better, the layered display reading as a worked, living surface rather than a tidy grid, which is exactly the effect a studio or a heritage room is usually after.
What Ships with This Board
- 1 x large cork noticeboard with a satin anodised aluminium frame and natural cork display face
- 1 x wall fixing kit with four concealed corner fixings and snap-on covers
Fitting Out a Studio or a Whole Site?
Larger cork boards often go in across studios, staffrooms or several rooms at once. Our team can quote multiple boards, mix in the smaller size or felt colours, and send them together. Call 01279 460460 or send us your requirements and we will help you plan it.
NB7509C is a 1200mm x 900mm cork noticeboard with a satin anodised aluminium frame from Displaysense. The large natural cork surface is made for push pins and tacks and closes back over pin holes when they are removed. Board size 1200mm x 900mm. Weight 4kg. A satin silver anodised frame with rounded safe corners and concealed corner fixings, supplied with a complete wall fixing kit and mounting either portrait or landscape. Two-year guarantee. Suited to studios, staffrooms, schools, offices, community and heritage spaces. Also available as a smaller 900mm x 600mm cork board and with felt surfaces in red or green at this size. Displaysense, UK display specialist since 1978.
Specifications
Full technical specification for the large 1200mm x 900mm cork noticeboard with its satin anodised aluminium frame. A natural, self-healing cork surface made for push pins and tacks, smooth rounded safe corners, concealed wall fixings and a complete fixing kit come as standard, with the board ready to mount in portrait or landscape for warm, high-capacity indoor display across studios, schools, offices, staffrooms and community spaces.
| Specification | Detail | What This Means for You |
|---|---|---|
| Surface | Natural cork | A soft, self-healing surface takes push pins and tacks and closes over the holes when they come out, so a large cork board stays neat and even through years of frequent, everyday changes. |
| Frame | Satin anodised aluminium | The anodised edge resists scratches, corrosion and fingerprints, while the satin finish takes the glare out of windows and overhead lighting. |
| Frame Colour | Satin silver | A neutral silver border frames the warm, natural cork and keeps a large board looking smart in studios, schools, offices and public areas of every kind. |
| Board Size | 1200mm x 900mm | A large pinning area holds a full wall of notices and work at once, so a single board can serve a whole studio, staffroom or corridor wall on its own. |
| Weight | Approximately 4kg | Light for a board this size, so one person can hold it while another marks the points, or fit it with a little care alone. |
| Orientation | Portrait or landscape | Mount the board whichever way the wall suits, with no separate brackets or extra parts needed to switch the direction it faces. |
| Corners | Rounded with concealed fixings | Smooth corners and hidden screw heads remove sharp points and visible fixings, suiting schools, studios, offices and public areas. |
| Fixings | Wall fixing kit included | Every part needed to mount the board comes in the box, so nothing else has to be sourced or bought in before the board is fitted. |
| Display Method | Push pins and tacks | Push pins press in with a soft push and pull out cleanly, and the cork closes over each hole rather than leaving a lasting mark, dent or hole. |
| Environment | Indoor use | Made for interior walls in studios, schools, offices and community spaces, and kept well away from damp, rain and any direct weather. |
| Guarantee | 2 years | Covered against everyday wear for two full years, backing the board through constant re-pinning and steady daily use in a busy space. |
| Returns | 28 days | An unused board may be sent back within 28 days in its original packaging for a simple, straightforward refund. |
Delivery & Returns
Free delivery on every order, no minimum spend
UK Mainland standard delivery included on everything we sell.
Standard
Free
Always included, no minimum order
Express
£9.95
Express options shown at checkout where available
Lead time
2 to 3 days
Working days, UK Mainland
Returns
28 days
Original condition and packaging
Good to know
- Orders before 4pm typically ship the same day
- Tracking email sent on dispatch
- Ground-floor, accessible delivery point
Returns must be unused and in original packaging. Full delivery information · Returns policy
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About This Cork Noticeboard
Q: What is the best large cork noticeboard for a studio or staffroom?
A: The NB7509C 1200 x 900mm cork board is a strong choice for studios and staffrooms. The large natural cork takes push pins and tacks across the whole surface and closes over the holes when notices move, and the satin aluminium frame keeps a big traditional board looking smart.
Q: How does a large cork noticeboard hold pins?
A: A cork board grips pins through its cellular make-up. The material is packed with tiny air cells whose walls flex apart as a pin enters and spring back to hold it. Removing the pin lets the walls close the gap, so the surface heals rather than wearing into holes, even on a large board changed often.
Q: Will a large cork board crumble where it is pinned a lot?
A: No, as long as pins are spread across the surface rather than driven into one spot repeatedly. The cork closes over each hole as a pin is removed, so a large board stays even through frequent changes. Using the whole area, as most displays do, keeps the cork in good condition for years.
Q: Is this large cork board suitable for a studio or workshop?
A: Yes. Studios and workshops use the board as a working wall for sketches, swatches, references and pinned inspiration. The warm cork suits creative interiors, the large area keeps a whole project visible, and push pins move freely so a layout can be reshuffled at any time.
Q: Is this suitable for a school corridor or community hall?
A: Yes. Schools and community halls use the board for displays, notices and local information on a scale people can gather around. Cork is the familiar pinboard surface for these settings, and rounded safe corners with concealed fixings give a tidy finish near children and the public.
Q: Does the cork noticeboard come with wall fixings, and is it easy to mount?
A: Yes. A wall fixing kit is included, with four concealed corner fixings and snap-on covers. The board weighs about 4kg, so it is manageable for one person to hold level while another marks the holes, or to fit single-handed with care on plasterboard, brick or partition walls.
Q: What size is this cork board and how heavy is it?
A: This cork board is 1200 x 900mm and weighs roughly 4kg. The large cork area holds a full wall of notices and work, and the weight stays easy to handle when fitting. It mounts in portrait or landscape, with the orientation set as it goes up.
Q: Should I choose the cork board or the felt version at this size?
A: Both are 1200 x 900mm in the same satin aluminium frame. The cork is a warm, natural surface for push pins, ideal where a traditional pinboard suits the room; the red NB7509R felt adds a choice of colour and takes pins, staples and Velcro. Choose cork for a natural look, felt for colour and fixing flexibility.
Q: Do I need a board this large, or will a smaller cork one do?
A: Choose the 1200 x 900mm board if you need a big pinning area or want a display people can gather around; a smaller cork board suits a single desk wall or a few notices. The large format keeps a busy studio or staffroom wall organised in one place rather than across several boards.
Q: Will the aluminium frame glare under studio or office lighting?
A: No. The satin anodised frame is non-gloss, so it spreads overhead light instead of reflecting it and stays glare-free from an angle, even along the longer edges of a large board. The natural cork is matt too, so the whole board reads clearly without bright spots.
Q: Does this cork noticeboard come with free UK delivery?
A: Yes. Free UK mainland delivery is part of the price, with no minimum order. Displaysense is a UK display specialist supplying studios, schools and offices from its Hertfordshire base since 1978. A two-year guarantee stands behind the board, and unused items can go back within 28 days.
Q: Does this board come in other surfaces and sizes?
A: Yes. The same aluminium framed board comes as natural cork or as a felt surface in red or green at this size, and the cork is also available as a smaller 900 x 600mm board. Larger sizes run up to 1200 x 2400mm, so a coordinated look can extend across a site.
Knowledge Hub
Cork Noticeboard Guides for Studios and Schools
A large pinboard works best when it suits the room and holds up to constant use, and natural cork has been the trusted choice for generations. These Displaysense guides help with choosing the right board, planning studio and classroom display, and placing notices where they get noticed.
Cork Noticeboard with Aluminium Frame - 1200mm x 900mm
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Overview
Description
Specifications
Delivery & Returns
FAQs
Knowledge Hub
A Large Cork Noticeboard with Room to Pin
A large pinboard works hardest when it feels warm as well as useful. This big cork board gives a generous natural surface for a whole wall of notes, plans and photographs, holding tacks and pins anywhere and resealing quietly as they are shifted. A satin aluminium frame gives a board of this size a finished, deliberate edge in place of a rustic one. Warm and approachable even at scale, it suits a busy working wall that should still feel human to stand in front of. The larger the surface, the more that natural warmth tells against a wall of flat colour. Best suited for studios, staffrooms and community spaces where a large, characterful pinboard belongs on the wall far more naturally than any block of flat colour.
Why Working Walls Choose This Cork Noticeboard
- Large Natural Surface. Generous and warm, a broad span of flecked cork holds pins across its whole working face, handing a busy studio or staffroom a single working wall with real, tactile character instead of one more flat coloured panel, so even a big functional board still feels like part of the room.
- Self-Healing Cork. Each pin leaves no lasting trace, the cork easing back across the puncture as it is drawn out, which is exactly how a large board stays smooth and even after years of being reloaded and rearranged daily, rather than turning into a patchwork of old holes and tired-looking spots.
- Room to Spread Out. Spacious by design, the broad area lets an entire project, rota or gallery of work stay in view together at once, so one cork board quietly does the job of several and keeps a sprawling display in one place, where the whole picture can be seen and worked on as a single thing.
- Satin Aluminium Frame. An anodised silver border frames the warm cork crisply, the cool metal and low-glare finish together making a large, traditional surface look deliberate and modern rather than dated or makeshift on the wall, so a sizeable pinboard still reads as a proper, finished fixture.
- Made for Pins and Tacks. Yielding enough to grip tacks and pins securely yet still let a note shift freely, the cork suits a large, living display that gets rearranged about as often as a genuinely busy wall ever demands, where things are pinned and re-pinned all day without wearing the surface out.
- Two-Year Guarantee. A full two-year Displaysense guarantee supports the panel, so a large cork board chosen for relentless, constant re-pinning is properly built to keep going through years of ordinary everyday use, so a large studio or hall wall keeps a board that works as hard as the room does.
Where This Big Cork Display Board Works
| Design Studios | A large studio wall of cork carries the sketches, swatches and reference images that turn over daily, the broad soft surface accepting pins freely and easing back into shape between each new arrangement of the work, so a whole project can live on the wall and evolve in plain sight. |
| Staffrooms | In a break room the big board gathers rotas, notices and team photographs together on one warm, approachable surface, with genuine room left over for a whole team's worth of information all at the same time, the kind of board people gather around rather than walk past. A staffroom board is as much a gathering point as a noticeboard, and the warm cork happens to suit both of those jobs equally well at once. |
| School Halls | Larger education spaces use the cork board for pupil work and displays on a scale a full class can crowd around, the time-honoured pin surface still the natural pick for a big shared wall, where the warm material suits celebrating work as much as posting notices. |
| Community Halls | Village halls and visitor centres put the broad board to work on event posters and local notices, the hard-wearing cork coping calmly with relentless changes made by many different volunteer hands, so a much-used public board stays tidy despite constant unsupervised reloading. |
| Universities | Campuses and training rooms use the generous board for schedules, course details and project work, the warm natural tone helping keep a busy, high-pressure academic wall feeling settled rather than coldly clinical, where a large board has to organise a lot without feeling severe. |
| Breakout Areas | Larger reception and breakout walls use the cork board for welcome information and pinned updates, the natural finish giving a warm, characterful first impression to anyone arriving in or passing through the space, so even a practical board adds to the feel of the room. |
Smaller Cork, or a Felt Surface?
Tight on wall space, or after felt rather than cork? There is a smaller cork noticeboard for smaller spots, and a red felt noticeboard if you would rather have colour. Call 01279 460460 or get in touch for help choosing surface and size.
What lets cork hold a pin so reliably is the millions of elastic, air-filled chambers packed tightly together just beneath its surface. Drive a pin in and those chambers compress aside to let it through, then push back against the shaft to clamp it firmly in position. Withdraw the pin again and they expand to close the puncture, so the board effectively reseals itself instead of slowly scarring. On a large surface that gets re-pinned every single day, that quiet recovery is exactly what keeps a whole wall of material looking even, tidy and deliberate rather than scarred.
A board this big mounts with surprisingly little fuss for its size. Hidden fittings take the screws at each corner, snap caps cover them over for a tidy finish, and the full kit is supplied so nothing has to be bought in beforehand. With two people the long edges line up and level quickly between them. Tackled alone, a little patience and a spirit level still get there. Either orientation works equally well, settled simply by which side you choose to have end up on top against the wall. None of the parts are special or easily lost, so the board can be unpacked and hung in one go without a hunt for plugs or caps.
Anodised rather than painted, the aluminium surround has had its surface chemically thickened into a sealed, protective layer. That makes it effectively immune to the flaking and chipping that eventually spoils ordinary coated frames, and resistant to scratches and finger marks into the bargain. A muted satin sheen stops it bouncing hard light back into the room from windows or fittings. Set around warm, natural cork, the cool silver edge looks crisp, modern and entirely intentional against the grain.
Cork carries a warmth that no manufactured colour can ever quite fake, and at this larger scale that character genuinely fills a wall. Its soft, mottled face suits studios, staffrooms and heritage rooms where a cold, clinical board would feel out of place against the room. Large and yet still inviting, it pulls a busy, layered display together without hardening the overall look of the space around it. For somewhere that is meant to feel human and welcoming rather than corporate, natural cork still quietly leads the field over any printed colour. Pinned with overlapping work the cork only looks better, the layered display reading as a worked, living surface rather than a tidy grid, which is exactly the effect a studio or a heritage room is usually after.
What Ships with This Board
- 1 x large cork noticeboard with a satin anodised aluminium frame and natural cork display face
- 1 x wall fixing kit with four concealed corner fixings and snap-on covers
Fitting Out a Studio or a Whole Site?
Larger cork boards often go in across studios, staffrooms or several rooms at once. Our team can quote multiple boards, mix in the smaller size or felt colours, and send them together. Call 01279 460460 or send us your requirements and we will help you plan it.
NB7509C is a 1200mm x 900mm cork noticeboard with a satin anodised aluminium frame from Displaysense. The large natural cork surface is made for push pins and tacks and closes back over pin holes when they are removed. Board size 1200mm x 900mm. Weight 4kg. A satin silver anodised frame with rounded safe corners and concealed corner fixings, supplied with a complete wall fixing kit and mounting either portrait or landscape. Two-year guarantee. Suited to studios, staffrooms, schools, offices, community and heritage spaces. Also available as a smaller 900mm x 600mm cork board and with felt surfaces in red or green at this size. Displaysense, UK display specialist since 1978.
Full technical specification for the large 1200mm x 900mm cork noticeboard with its satin anodised aluminium frame. A natural, self-healing cork surface made for push pins and tacks, smooth rounded safe corners, concealed wall fixings and a complete fixing kit come as standard, with the board ready to mount in portrait or landscape for warm, high-capacity indoor display across studios, schools, offices, staffrooms and community spaces.
| Specification | Detail | What This Means for You |
|---|---|---|
| Surface | Natural cork | A soft, self-healing surface takes push pins and tacks and closes over the holes when they come out, so a large cork board stays neat and even through years of frequent, everyday changes. |
| Frame | Satin anodised aluminium | The anodised edge resists scratches, corrosion and fingerprints, while the satin finish takes the glare out of windows and overhead lighting. |
| Frame Colour | Satin silver | A neutral silver border frames the warm, natural cork and keeps a large board looking smart in studios, schools, offices and public areas of every kind. |
| Board Size | 1200mm x 900mm | A large pinning area holds a full wall of notices and work at once, so a single board can serve a whole studio, staffroom or corridor wall on its own. |
| Weight | Approximately 4kg | Light for a board this size, so one person can hold it while another marks the points, or fit it with a little care alone. |
| Orientation | Portrait or landscape | Mount the board whichever way the wall suits, with no separate brackets or extra parts needed to switch the direction it faces. |
| Corners | Rounded with concealed fixings | Smooth corners and hidden screw heads remove sharp points and visible fixings, suiting schools, studios, offices and public areas. |
| Fixings | Wall fixing kit included | Every part needed to mount the board comes in the box, so nothing else has to be sourced or bought in before the board is fitted. |
| Display Method | Push pins and tacks | Push pins press in with a soft push and pull out cleanly, and the cork closes over each hole rather than leaving a lasting mark, dent or hole. |
| Environment | Indoor use | Made for interior walls in studios, schools, offices and community spaces, and kept well away from damp, rain and any direct weather. |
| Guarantee | 2 years | Covered against everyday wear for two full years, backing the board through constant re-pinning and steady daily use in a busy space. |
| Returns | 28 days | An unused board may be sent back within 28 days in its original packaging for a simple, straightforward refund. |
Free delivery on every order, no minimum spend
UK Mainland standard delivery included on everything we sell.
Standard
Free
Always included, no minimum order
Express
£9.95
Express options shown at checkout where available
Lead time
2 to 3 days
Working days, UK Mainland
Returns
28 days
Original condition and packaging
Good to know
- Orders before 4pm typically ship the same day
- Tracking email sent on dispatch
- Ground-floor, accessible delivery point
Returns must be unused and in original packaging. Full delivery information · Returns policy
Frequently Asked Questions About This Cork Noticeboard
Q: What is the best large cork noticeboard for a studio or staffroom?
A: The NB7509C 1200 x 900mm cork board is a strong choice for studios and staffrooms. The large natural cork takes push pins and tacks across the whole surface and closes over the holes when notices move, and the satin aluminium frame keeps a big traditional board looking smart.
Q: How does a large cork noticeboard hold pins?
A: A cork board grips pins through its cellular make-up. The material is packed with tiny air cells whose walls flex apart as a pin enters and spring back to hold it. Removing the pin lets the walls close the gap, so the surface heals rather than wearing into holes, even on a large board changed often.
Q: Will a large cork board crumble where it is pinned a lot?
A: No, as long as pins are spread across the surface rather than driven into one spot repeatedly. The cork closes over each hole as a pin is removed, so a large board stays even through frequent changes. Using the whole area, as most displays do, keeps the cork in good condition for years.
Q: Is this large cork board suitable for a studio or workshop?
A: Yes. Studios and workshops use the board as a working wall for sketches, swatches, references and pinned inspiration. The warm cork suits creative interiors, the large area keeps a whole project visible, and push pins move freely so a layout can be reshuffled at any time.
Q: Is this suitable for a school corridor or community hall?
A: Yes. Schools and community halls use the board for displays, notices and local information on a scale people can gather around. Cork is the familiar pinboard surface for these settings, and rounded safe corners with concealed fixings give a tidy finish near children and the public.
Q: Does the cork noticeboard come with wall fixings, and is it easy to mount?
A: Yes. A wall fixing kit is included, with four concealed corner fixings and snap-on covers. The board weighs about 4kg, so it is manageable for one person to hold level while another marks the holes, or to fit single-handed with care on plasterboard, brick or partition walls.
Q: What size is this cork board and how heavy is it?
A: This cork board is 1200 x 900mm and weighs roughly 4kg. The large cork area holds a full wall of notices and work, and the weight stays easy to handle when fitting. It mounts in portrait or landscape, with the orientation set as it goes up.
Q: Should I choose the cork board or the felt version at this size?
A: Both are 1200 x 900mm in the same satin aluminium frame. The cork is a warm, natural surface for push pins, ideal where a traditional pinboard suits the room; the red NB7509R felt adds a choice of colour and takes pins, staples and Velcro. Choose cork for a natural look, felt for colour and fixing flexibility.
Q: Do I need a board this large, or will a smaller cork one do?
A: Choose the 1200 x 900mm board if you need a big pinning area or want a display people can gather around; a smaller cork board suits a single desk wall or a few notices. The large format keeps a busy studio or staffroom wall organised in one place rather than across several boards.
Q: Will the aluminium frame glare under studio or office lighting?
A: No. The satin anodised frame is non-gloss, so it spreads overhead light instead of reflecting it and stays glare-free from an angle, even along the longer edges of a large board. The natural cork is matt too, so the whole board reads clearly without bright spots.
Q: Does this cork noticeboard come with free UK delivery?
A: Yes. Free UK mainland delivery is part of the price, with no minimum order. Displaysense is a UK display specialist supplying studios, schools and offices from its Hertfordshire base since 1978. A two-year guarantee stands behind the board, and unused items can go back within 28 days.
Q: Does this board come in other surfaces and sizes?
A: Yes. The same aluminium framed board comes as natural cork or as a felt surface in red or green at this size, and the cork is also available as a smaller 900 x 600mm board. Larger sizes run up to 1200 x 2400mm, so a coordinated look can extend across a site.
Cork Noticeboard Guides for Studios and Schools
A large pinboard works best when it suits the room and holds up to constant use, and natural cork has been the trusted choice for generations. These Displaysense guides help with choosing the right board, planning studio and classroom display, and placing notices where they get noticed.
Overview
A Large Cork Noticeboard with Room to Pin
A large pinboard works hardest when it feels warm as well as useful. This big cork board gives a generous natural surface for a whole wall of notes, plans and photographs, holding tacks and pins anywhere and resealing quietly as they are shifted. A satin aluminium frame gives a board of this size a finished, deliberate edge in place of a rustic one. Warm and approachable even at scale, it suits a busy working wall that should still feel human to stand in front of. The larger the surface, the more that natural warmth tells against a wall of flat colour. Best suited for studios, staffrooms and community spaces where a large, characterful pinboard belongs on the wall far more naturally than any block of flat colour.
Why Working Walls Choose This Cork Noticeboard
- Large Natural Surface. Generous and warm, a broad span of flecked cork holds pins across its whole working face, handing a busy studio or staffroom a single working wall with real, tactile character instead of one more flat coloured panel, so even a big functional board still feels like part of the room.
- Self-Healing Cork. Each pin leaves no lasting trace, the cork easing back across the puncture as it is drawn out, which is exactly how a large board stays smooth and even after years of being reloaded and rearranged daily, rather than turning into a patchwork of old holes and tired-looking spots.
- Room to Spread Out. Spacious by design, the broad area lets an entire project, rota or gallery of work stay in view together at once, so one cork board quietly does the job of several and keeps a sprawling display in one place, where the whole picture can be seen and worked on as a single thing.
- Satin Aluminium Frame. An anodised silver border frames the warm cork crisply, the cool metal and low-glare finish together making a large, traditional surface look deliberate and modern rather than dated or makeshift on the wall, so a sizeable pinboard still reads as a proper, finished fixture.
- Made for Pins and Tacks. Yielding enough to grip tacks and pins securely yet still let a note shift freely, the cork suits a large, living display that gets rearranged about as often as a genuinely busy wall ever demands, where things are pinned and re-pinned all day without wearing the surface out.
- Two-Year Guarantee. A full two-year Displaysense guarantee supports the panel, so a large cork board chosen for relentless, constant re-pinning is properly built to keep going through years of ordinary everyday use, so a large studio or hall wall keeps a board that works as hard as the room does.
Where This Big Cork Display Board Works
| Design Studios | A large studio wall of cork carries the sketches, swatches and reference images that turn over daily, the broad soft surface accepting pins freely and easing back into shape between each new arrangement of the work, so a whole project can live on the wall and evolve in plain sight. |
| Staffrooms | In a break room the big board gathers rotas, notices and team photographs together on one warm, approachable surface, with genuine room left over for a whole team's worth of information all at the same time, the kind of board people gather around rather than walk past. A staffroom board is as much a gathering point as a noticeboard, and the warm cork happens to suit both of those jobs equally well at once. |
| School Halls | Larger education spaces use the cork board for pupil work and displays on a scale a full class can crowd around, the time-honoured pin surface still the natural pick for a big shared wall, where the warm material suits celebrating work as much as posting notices. |
| Community Halls | Village halls and visitor centres put the broad board to work on event posters and local notices, the hard-wearing cork coping calmly with relentless changes made by many different volunteer hands, so a much-used public board stays tidy despite constant unsupervised reloading. |
| Universities | Campuses and training rooms use the generous board for schedules, course details and project work, the warm natural tone helping keep a busy, high-pressure academic wall feeling settled rather than coldly clinical, where a large board has to organise a lot without feeling severe. |
| Breakout Areas | Larger reception and breakout walls use the cork board for welcome information and pinned updates, the natural finish giving a warm, characterful first impression to anyone arriving in or passing through the space, so even a practical board adds to the feel of the room. |
Smaller Cork, or a Felt Surface?
Tight on wall space, or after felt rather than cork? There is a smaller cork noticeboard for smaller spots, and a red felt noticeboard if you would rather have colour. Call 01279 460460 or get in touch for help choosing surface and size.
Description
What lets cork hold a pin so reliably is the millions of elastic, air-filled chambers packed tightly together just beneath its surface. Drive a pin in and those chambers compress aside to let it through, then push back against the shaft to clamp it firmly in position. Withdraw the pin again and they expand to close the puncture, so the board effectively reseals itself instead of slowly scarring. On a large surface that gets re-pinned every single day, that quiet recovery is exactly what keeps a whole wall of material looking even, tidy and deliberate rather than scarred.
A board this big mounts with surprisingly little fuss for its size. Hidden fittings take the screws at each corner, snap caps cover them over for a tidy finish, and the full kit is supplied so nothing has to be bought in beforehand. With two people the long edges line up and level quickly between them. Tackled alone, a little patience and a spirit level still get there. Either orientation works equally well, settled simply by which side you choose to have end up on top against the wall. None of the parts are special or easily lost, so the board can be unpacked and hung in one go without a hunt for plugs or caps.
Anodised rather than painted, the aluminium surround has had its surface chemically thickened into a sealed, protective layer. That makes it effectively immune to the flaking and chipping that eventually spoils ordinary coated frames, and resistant to scratches and finger marks into the bargain. A muted satin sheen stops it bouncing hard light back into the room from windows or fittings. Set around warm, natural cork, the cool silver edge looks crisp, modern and entirely intentional against the grain.
Cork carries a warmth that no manufactured colour can ever quite fake, and at this larger scale that character genuinely fills a wall. Its soft, mottled face suits studios, staffrooms and heritage rooms where a cold, clinical board would feel out of place against the room. Large and yet still inviting, it pulls a busy, layered display together without hardening the overall look of the space around it. For somewhere that is meant to feel human and welcoming rather than corporate, natural cork still quietly leads the field over any printed colour. Pinned with overlapping work the cork only looks better, the layered display reading as a worked, living surface rather than a tidy grid, which is exactly the effect a studio or a heritage room is usually after.
What Ships with This Board
- 1 x large cork noticeboard with a satin anodised aluminium frame and natural cork display face
- 1 x wall fixing kit with four concealed corner fixings and snap-on covers
Fitting Out a Studio or a Whole Site?
Larger cork boards often go in across studios, staffrooms or several rooms at once. Our team can quote multiple boards, mix in the smaller size or felt colours, and send them together. Call 01279 460460 or send us your requirements and we will help you plan it.
NB7509C is a 1200mm x 900mm cork noticeboard with a satin anodised aluminium frame from Displaysense. The large natural cork surface is made for push pins and tacks and closes back over pin holes when they are removed. Board size 1200mm x 900mm. Weight 4kg. A satin silver anodised frame with rounded safe corners and concealed corner fixings, supplied with a complete wall fixing kit and mounting either portrait or landscape. Two-year guarantee. Suited to studios, staffrooms, schools, offices, community and heritage spaces. Also available as a smaller 900mm x 600mm cork board and with felt surfaces in red or green at this size. Displaysense, UK display specialist since 1978.
Specifications
Full technical specification for the large 1200mm x 900mm cork noticeboard with its satin anodised aluminium frame. A natural, self-healing cork surface made for push pins and tacks, smooth rounded safe corners, concealed wall fixings and a complete fixing kit come as standard, with the board ready to mount in portrait or landscape for warm, high-capacity indoor display across studios, schools, offices, staffrooms and community spaces.
| Specification | Detail | What This Means for You |
|---|---|---|
| Surface | Natural cork | A soft, self-healing surface takes push pins and tacks and closes over the holes when they come out, so a large cork board stays neat and even through years of frequent, everyday changes. |
| Frame | Satin anodised aluminium | The anodised edge resists scratches, corrosion and fingerprints, while the satin finish takes the glare out of windows and overhead lighting. |
| Frame Colour | Satin silver | A neutral silver border frames the warm, natural cork and keeps a large board looking smart in studios, schools, offices and public areas of every kind. |
| Board Size | 1200mm x 900mm | A large pinning area holds a full wall of notices and work at once, so a single board can serve a whole studio, staffroom or corridor wall on its own. |
| Weight | Approximately 4kg | Light for a board this size, so one person can hold it while another marks the points, or fit it with a little care alone. |
| Orientation | Portrait or landscape | Mount the board whichever way the wall suits, with no separate brackets or extra parts needed to switch the direction it faces. |
| Corners | Rounded with concealed fixings | Smooth corners and hidden screw heads remove sharp points and visible fixings, suiting schools, studios, offices and public areas. |
| Fixings | Wall fixing kit included | Every part needed to mount the board comes in the box, so nothing else has to be sourced or bought in before the board is fitted. |
| Display Method | Push pins and tacks | Push pins press in with a soft push and pull out cleanly, and the cork closes over each hole rather than leaving a lasting mark, dent or hole. |
| Environment | Indoor use | Made for interior walls in studios, schools, offices and community spaces, and kept well away from damp, rain and any direct weather. |
| Guarantee | 2 years | Covered against everyday wear for two full years, backing the board through constant re-pinning and steady daily use in a busy space. |
| Returns | 28 days | An unused board may be sent back within 28 days in its original packaging for a simple, straightforward refund. |
Delivery & Returns
Free delivery on every order, no minimum spend
UK Mainland standard delivery included on everything we sell.
Standard
Free
Always included, no minimum order
Express
£9.95
Express options shown at checkout where available
Lead time
2 to 3 days
Working days, UK Mainland
Returns
28 days
Original condition and packaging
Good to know
- Orders before 4pm typically ship the same day
- Tracking email sent on dispatch
- Ground-floor, accessible delivery point
Returns must be unused and in original packaging. Full delivery information · Returns policy
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About This Cork Noticeboard
Q: What is the best large cork noticeboard for a studio or staffroom?
A: The NB7509C 1200 x 900mm cork board is a strong choice for studios and staffrooms. The large natural cork takes push pins and tacks across the whole surface and closes over the holes when notices move, and the satin aluminium frame keeps a big traditional board looking smart.
Q: How does a large cork noticeboard hold pins?
A: A cork board grips pins through its cellular make-up. The material is packed with tiny air cells whose walls flex apart as a pin enters and spring back to hold it. Removing the pin lets the walls close the gap, so the surface heals rather than wearing into holes, even on a large board changed often.
Q: Will a large cork board crumble where it is pinned a lot?
A: No, as long as pins are spread across the surface rather than driven into one spot repeatedly. The cork closes over each hole as a pin is removed, so a large board stays even through frequent changes. Using the whole area, as most displays do, keeps the cork in good condition for years.
Q: Is this large cork board suitable for a studio or workshop?
A: Yes. Studios and workshops use the board as a working wall for sketches, swatches, references and pinned inspiration. The warm cork suits creative interiors, the large area keeps a whole project visible, and push pins move freely so a layout can be reshuffled at any time.
Q: Is this suitable for a school corridor or community hall?
A: Yes. Schools and community halls use the board for displays, notices and local information on a scale people can gather around. Cork is the familiar pinboard surface for these settings, and rounded safe corners with concealed fixings give a tidy finish near children and the public.
Q: Does the cork noticeboard come with wall fixings, and is it easy to mount?
A: Yes. A wall fixing kit is included, with four concealed corner fixings and snap-on covers. The board weighs about 4kg, so it is manageable for one person to hold level while another marks the holes, or to fit single-handed with care on plasterboard, brick or partition walls.
Q: What size is this cork board and how heavy is it?
A: This cork board is 1200 x 900mm and weighs roughly 4kg. The large cork area holds a full wall of notices and work, and the weight stays easy to handle when fitting. It mounts in portrait or landscape, with the orientation set as it goes up.
Q: Should I choose the cork board or the felt version at this size?
A: Both are 1200 x 900mm in the same satin aluminium frame. The cork is a warm, natural surface for push pins, ideal where a traditional pinboard suits the room; the red NB7509R felt adds a choice of colour and takes pins, staples and Velcro. Choose cork for a natural look, felt for colour and fixing flexibility.
Q: Do I need a board this large, or will a smaller cork one do?
A: Choose the 1200 x 900mm board if you need a big pinning area or want a display people can gather around; a smaller cork board suits a single desk wall or a few notices. The large format keeps a busy studio or staffroom wall organised in one place rather than across several boards.
Q: Will the aluminium frame glare under studio or office lighting?
A: No. The satin anodised frame is non-gloss, so it spreads overhead light instead of reflecting it and stays glare-free from an angle, even along the longer edges of a large board. The natural cork is matt too, so the whole board reads clearly without bright spots.
Q: Does this cork noticeboard come with free UK delivery?
A: Yes. Free UK mainland delivery is part of the price, with no minimum order. Displaysense is a UK display specialist supplying studios, schools and offices from its Hertfordshire base since 1978. A two-year guarantee stands behind the board, and unused items can go back within 28 days.
Q: Does this board come in other surfaces and sizes?
A: Yes. The same aluminium framed board comes as natural cork or as a felt surface in red or green at this size, and the cork is also available as a smaller 900 x 600mm board. Larger sizes run up to 1200 x 2400mm, so a coordinated look can extend across a site.
Knowledge Hub
Cork Noticeboard Guides for Studios and Schools
A large pinboard works best when it suits the room and holds up to constant use, and natural cork has been the trusted choice for generations. These Displaysense guides help with choosing the right board, planning studio and classroom display, and placing notices where they get noticed.
