Overview
Description
Specifications
Delivery & Returns
FAQs
Knowledge Hub
Write and Display on One Square Magnetic Surface
A teaching or ward board rarely does just one job. It has to take handwriting that changes through the day and hold printed material that needs to stay put, often at the same time. The WB1212M does both on one surface, a coated steel face that wipes clean for dry-wipe writing and holds timetables, rotas and reference sheets on standard magnets. The square format is the quiet strength here, giving a generous, even writing area that suits lists, diagrams and grids equally without dominating a wall the way a long board can. A clean aluminium frame gives it a professional finish, and a compact pen ledge keeps markers and an eraser at the board ready to use. Wall fixings come supplied in the box, so it mounts and is ready to work from day one. The dry-wipe surface resists ghosting and wipes back to clean rather than greying over time, and a 5-year guarantee backs it. Best suited for classrooms, university study areas and NHS wards where a board needs to combine clear writing with securely displayed material every day.
Why This Square Magnetic Board Earns Its Place
- Write and pin on one surface: The coated steel face takes dry-wipe pens and holds standard magnets, so notices, charts and handouts sit on the board next to live writing. It works as a writing board and a display board together, rather than making you choose between the two.
- A square that suits any layout: The even, square shape gives a balanced writing area that takes lists, diagrams, grids or mind maps equally well, and fits a wall where a long landscape board would be awkward. It reads well from around a room without stretching wide across the space.
- Ready to write from day one: A compact pen ledge holds markers and an eraser at the board, and wall fixings come supplied, so there is nothing extra to source. It arrives as a complete kit, ready to mount and use rather than needing parts bought separately first.
- Clean, hard-wearing surface: The dry-wipe finish resists the ghosting that greys a cheaper board, wiping back to a clear, high-contrast face even after constant daily writing. It keeps a professional look in a busy classroom or ward through heavy, repeated use.
- A neat, professional frame: A clean aluminium frame gives a tidy silver edge that suits an education or healthcare interior and resists marking better than a painted trim. The board looks considered on the wall rather than purely functional.
- Backed for five years: A 5-year guarantee stands behind the board, reflecting a build made for the demanding daily use of a school or hospital. It is meant to keep performing for years rather than wearing dull within months of heavy handling.
Where a Square Magnetic Whiteboard Fits Best
| Classrooms and Teaching | Lessons mix written explanation with displayed material, which is exactly what one magnetic surface handles. Teachers write up worked examples while magnets hold worksheets and visual aids alongside, and the square shape keeps a full topic in view without running off the wall. |
| Universities and Study Areas | Group study and planning benefit from a board several people can work on at once. The balanced square surface suits collaborative mapping and shared notes, and magnets keep printed references up while a group builds on the writing around them. |
| NHS Wards and Patient Boards | Wards rely on information that is both written and pinned, kept clearly in view and easy to update. The board carries patient care notes and ward updates in pen while magnets hold rotas and shift schedules, with a surface that wipes clean between changes. |
| Healthcare and Clinical Rooms | Treatment and consultation rooms need a clean, wipeable board that looks professional and stays hygienic in appearance. Dry-wipe writing clears completely, magnets hold a chart or guidance securely, and the square format suits a smaller clinical wall. |
| Offices and Meeting Rooms | A meeting room values a board for planning that also pins the documents a discussion refers to. The magnetic surface keeps an agenda or chart on show beside live notes, and the square shape fits a meeting wall neatly without a wide landscape footprint. |
| Staff and Planning Areas | Shared staff spaces use a board for rotas, plans and notices that change often. Magnets hold the printed material while handwritten updates sit alongside, and the durable surface copes with the constant, shared daily use a planning board sees. |
Need a Bigger Board, or a Premium Surface?
For a larger wall, the bigger coated steel board steps up the writing area. For a tougher, longer-lasting surface at this size, the premium enamel board resists scratching and ghosting for heavier use.
Call us on 01279460460 or get in touch for advice on sizes, surfaces or multi-room orders.
The Displaysense WB1212M is a Magnetic Coated Steel Whiteboard. Wall-mounted square dry-wipe whiteboard with a magnetic coated steel surface, ghosting-resistant, in an aluminium frame with a compact pen ledge. Dimensions 1200mm x 1200mm, square format. Silver finish, magnetic, write and pin with magnets. Pen ledge and wall fixings supplied. 5-year guarantee. Best suited for classrooms, university study areas, NHS wards, healthcare rooms and offices. Also available in a larger 1800mm size such as the WB180120M, with a premium vitreous enamel alternative the WBVM1212. Displaysense, UK display product specialists since 1978. Free UK mainland delivery.
The surface does two jobs because of what it is made from. A coated steel face is smooth enough to write on cleanly with dry-wipe pens and erase without effort, but because the core is steel it also attracts magnets. That means the same area you write on will hold a printed timetable, a chart or a notice in place, with no tape and no separate pinboard. In a classroom or out on a ward this matters, because the information people need is rarely all handwritten or all printed, and a board that does both keeps it all together in one place rather than split across a separate pinboard.
The square shape is a deliberate choice rather than an odd one. A long landscape board spreads content sideways and needs a wide stretch of wall, while a square gives a balanced area that is as tall as it is wide. That suits the way a lot of content is actually laid out, a worked example that runs downward, a mind map that spreads in every direction, or a grid that needs equal room each way. It also fits walls that a long board would not, such as a narrow stretch beside a doorway, which makes the square a practical shape for rooms that are not generously wide.
The frame and fittings are chosen for daily working life. An aluminium frame keeps the board light for its size and gives a tidy silver border that looks at home in a school or a clinical room, while resisting the marking a painted trim picks up over time. A compact pen ledge runs along the board to hold markers and an eraser, so the things needed to use it are always at the board rather than wandering off around the room. These are small details on their own, but they are the ones that decide whether a board is genuinely pleasant to use every day or quietly frustrating to live with.
Mounting and upkeep are kept simple. Wall fixings come supplied, so the board fixes to a sound wall without a separate trip for parts. Day to day it asks for very little, since the dry-wipe surface clears with a dry cloth and an occasional whiteboard cleaner for heavier marks, and because it resists ghosting it does not hold the grey shadow that builds on a cheaper board. Using dry-wipe rather than permanent pens keeps the surface at its best over time, and a full 5-year guarantee stands behind it for lasting reassurance.
What Ships in Your Pack
- 1 x magnetic coated steel whiteboard (square, aluminium frame)
- 1 x compact pen ledge
- 1 x wall mounting kit with fixings
Fitting Out Several Rooms?
Schools, universities and healthcare sites often equip a number of rooms at once. Our team can match sizes across a site, advise where a standard coated steel surface is right and where a premium board earns its place, and coordinate one delivery so everything arrives together ready to mount.
Call us on 01279460460 or send us your room list and we will put a recommendation together.
The Displaysense WB1212M is a Magnetic Coated Steel Whiteboard. Wall-mounted square dry-wipe whiteboard with a magnetic coated steel surface, ghosting-resistant, in an aluminium frame with a compact pen ledge. Dimensions 1200mm x 1200mm, square format. Silver finish, magnetic, write and pin with magnets. Pen ledge and wall fixings supplied. 5-year guarantee. Best suited for classrooms, university study areas, NHS wards, healthcare rooms and offices. Also available in a larger 1800mm size such as the WB180120M, with a premium vitreous enamel alternative the WBVM1212. Displaysense, UK display product specialists since 1978. Free UK mainland delivery.
Full specifications for the WB1212M magnetic whiteboard. A square wall-mounted board with a magnetic coated steel dry-wipe surface, ghosting-resistant, set in a silver aluminium frame with a compact pen ledge. Wall fixings are supplied and the board is backed by a 5-year guarantee.
| Specification | Detail | What This Means for You |
|---|---|---|
| Board Dimensions | 1200mm x 1200mm | A balanced square surface, exactly as tall as it is wide, giving a generous and even writing area without taking up the wide landscape footprint a long board needs on the wall. |
| Format | Square | An even, balanced shape that handles lists, diagrams, grids or mind maps just as readily, and fits a wall or an alcove that a long landscape board would overrun. |
| Surface | Magnetic coated steel | Write and erase with dry-wipe pens as normal, and also hold notices and charts on standard magnets, so a single surface both writes and displays at the very same time. |
| Surface Type | Dry-wipe, ghosting-resistant | Wipes back to a clean face without any grey shadowing left behind, keeping written content high-contrast and easy to read over the long term. |
| Magnetic | Holds standard magnets | Keeps timetables, rotas and reference sheets pinned securely to the board with standard magnets, sitting alongside whatever is being written in pen. |
| Frame | Silver aluminium | A clean, light silver aluminium frame that suits either an education or a healthcare interior and resists marking far better than a plain painted trim. |
| Pen Ledge | Compact pen ledge included | Markers and an eraser stay within easy reach along the foot of the board, so nothing has to be hunted for or set down somewhere else mid-use. |
| Mounting | Wall fixings supplied | The full set of fixings comes supplied in the box, so the board mounts to a sound wall with nothing extra to source before fitting it. |
| Orientation | Wall-mounted, fixed | A fixed wall board for a permanent spot on the wall, giving a stable, always-ready writing surface in a classroom, a ward or a meeting room. |
| Colour | White surface, silver frame | A neutral, professional colour finish that keeps both written and pinned content easy to read and suits most interiors. |
| Surface Tier | Standard coated steel | A dependable everyday coated steel surface, with a tougher premium vitreous enamel option also available in the range where use is especially heavy. |
| Guarantee | 5-year guarantee | The board is backed for a full five years, giving you real long-term reassurance for a fixture kept in regular, high-traffic daily use. |
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 Magnetic Whiteboard
Q: What is the best magnetic whiteboard for a classroom or NHS ward?
A: A square magnetic board, like the WB1212M, suits a classroom or NHS ward well. At 1200 by 1200mm the coated steel surface takes dry-wipe writing and holds notices on magnets, in an aluminium frame with a pen ledge and wall fixings included. The board carries a 5-year guarantee.
Q: Is this whiteboard magnetic?
A: Yes. The coated steel surface holds standard magnets, so timetables, rotas, charts and notices stay on the board alongside live writing. That lets one surface work for both writing and displaying material. Magnets are bought separately, letting you choose how many and how strong to use.
Q: Why choose a square board over a landscape one?
A: A square 1200 by 1200mm board gives a balanced area as tall as it is wide, suiting lists, diagrams, grids and mind maps equally. The square shape fits a wall a long landscape board would overrun, such as the space between a door and a corner. Choose square for balance, landscape for width.
Q: Does it come with a pen ledge and wall fixings?
A: Yes. Markers and an eraser sit in a compact pen ledge on the board, and a set of wall fixings is included for mounting on most wall types. The board arrives ready to fit and use, with nothing extra to source first. Magnets are the only separate item, since they are sold separately.
Q: Is this board suitable for schools and universities?
A: Yes. Schools use it to display visual aids beside teaching notes, and universities use it for group work and planning sessions. The magnetic surface keeps printed resources up while writing carries on around them, and the durable face copes with constant daily use in a busy teaching space.
Q: Is it suitable for NHS hospital wards?
A: Yes. Wards use the board for patient care boards, ward updates and shift schedules, written in pen and pinned with magnets. The dry-wipe surface wipes clean between updates and the magnetic steel holds rotas securely, keeping coordination information clearly in view across a busy ward.
Q: How big is the board, and can it be wall-mounted?
A: 1200mm by 1200mm, a balanced square format. Wall fixings are supplied, so it mounts to a sound wall in a fixed position. The square shape gives generous writing room without the wide footprint of a landscape board, fitting a classroom, ward or meeting wall neatly.
Q: What is the difference between this and the WBVM1212 enamel board?
A: Both are 1200 by 1200mm magnetic boards. The WB1212M has a standard coated steel surface at a lower cost, suited to everyday use. The WBVM1212 has a premium vitreous enamel surface, harder and more resistant to scratching and ghosting for heavy use. Choose coated steel for value, or enamel for longevity.
Q: Is a coated steel surface durable enough for daily use?
A: Yes. The coated steel dry-wipe surface resists ghosting and is built for frequent writing in high-traffic rooms, backed by a 5-year guarantee. For very heavy daily use, where a board is written on and erased constantly for years, a premium enamel surface lasts longer, but coated steel suits most everyday settings.
Q: Will the surface ghost, and how is it cleaned?
A: The surface resists ghosting, so it clears to a clean face instead of holding a grey trace. Wipe it with a dry cloth or eraser after use, and use a whiteboard cleaner about once a week for heavier marks. Always use dry-wipe, never permanent, markers to protect the coated steel.
Q: Is this whiteboard available with free UK delivery and a guarantee?
A: Yes. The board ships with free UK mainland delivery and carries a 5-year guarantee. Displaysense has supplied UK schools, universities and healthcare sites with display products since 1978, so you order from a UK display specialist. Bulk orders for several rooms can be arranged through our team.
Q: Is there a larger version of this board?
A: Yes. The WB180120M is a larger 1800 by 1200mm board with the same magnetic coated steel surface, aluminium frame and pen ledge. Choose this square 1200 by 1200mm board where a balanced shape fits the wall, or the larger WB180120M where a wider writing area is needed.
Guides for Choosing and Using Whiteboards
A magnetic whiteboard works best when its surface, size and layout suit the room and the way it is used. Knowing how to combine handwritten content with pinned material, how coated steel and premium enamel surfaces compare and how to size a board for a space all make a difference. These guides cover choosing and getting the most from boards in schools and offices.
Overview
Write and Display on One Square Magnetic Surface
A teaching or ward board rarely does just one job. It has to take handwriting that changes through the day and hold printed material that needs to stay put, often at the same time. The WB1212M does both on one surface, a coated steel face that wipes clean for dry-wipe writing and holds timetables, rotas and reference sheets on standard magnets. The square format is the quiet strength here, giving a generous, even writing area that suits lists, diagrams and grids equally without dominating a wall the way a long board can. A clean aluminium frame gives it a professional finish, and a compact pen ledge keeps markers and an eraser at the board ready to use. Wall fixings come supplied in the box, so it mounts and is ready to work from day one. The dry-wipe surface resists ghosting and wipes back to clean rather than greying over time, and a 5-year guarantee backs it. Best suited for classrooms, university study areas and NHS wards where a board needs to combine clear writing with securely displayed material every day.
Why This Square Magnetic Board Earns Its Place
- Write and pin on one surface: The coated steel face takes dry-wipe pens and holds standard magnets, so notices, charts and handouts sit on the board next to live writing. It works as a writing board and a display board together, rather than making you choose between the two.
- A square that suits any layout: The even, square shape gives a balanced writing area that takes lists, diagrams, grids or mind maps equally well, and fits a wall where a long landscape board would be awkward. It reads well from around a room without stretching wide across the space.
- Ready to write from day one: A compact pen ledge holds markers and an eraser at the board, and wall fixings come supplied, so there is nothing extra to source. It arrives as a complete kit, ready to mount and use rather than needing parts bought separately first.
- Clean, hard-wearing surface: The dry-wipe finish resists the ghosting that greys a cheaper board, wiping back to a clear, high-contrast face even after constant daily writing. It keeps a professional look in a busy classroom or ward through heavy, repeated use.
- A neat, professional frame: A clean aluminium frame gives a tidy silver edge that suits an education or healthcare interior and resists marking better than a painted trim. The board looks considered on the wall rather than purely functional.
- Backed for five years: A 5-year guarantee stands behind the board, reflecting a build made for the demanding daily use of a school or hospital. It is meant to keep performing for years rather than wearing dull within months of heavy handling.
Where a Square Magnetic Whiteboard Fits Best
| Classrooms and Teaching | Lessons mix written explanation with displayed material, which is exactly what one magnetic surface handles. Teachers write up worked examples while magnets hold worksheets and visual aids alongside, and the square shape keeps a full topic in view without running off the wall. |
| Universities and Study Areas | Group study and planning benefit from a board several people can work on at once. The balanced square surface suits collaborative mapping and shared notes, and magnets keep printed references up while a group builds on the writing around them. |
| NHS Wards and Patient Boards | Wards rely on information that is both written and pinned, kept clearly in view and easy to update. The board carries patient care notes and ward updates in pen while magnets hold rotas and shift schedules, with a surface that wipes clean between changes. |
| Healthcare and Clinical Rooms | Treatment and consultation rooms need a clean, wipeable board that looks professional and stays hygienic in appearance. Dry-wipe writing clears completely, magnets hold a chart or guidance securely, and the square format suits a smaller clinical wall. |
| Offices and Meeting Rooms | A meeting room values a board for planning that also pins the documents a discussion refers to. The magnetic surface keeps an agenda or chart on show beside live notes, and the square shape fits a meeting wall neatly without a wide landscape footprint. |
| Staff and Planning Areas | Shared staff spaces use a board for rotas, plans and notices that change often. Magnets hold the printed material while handwritten updates sit alongside, and the durable surface copes with the constant, shared daily use a planning board sees. |
Need a Bigger Board, or a Premium Surface?
For a larger wall, the bigger coated steel board steps up the writing area. For a tougher, longer-lasting surface at this size, the premium enamel board resists scratching and ghosting for heavier use.
Call us on 01279460460 or get in touch for advice on sizes, surfaces or multi-room orders.
The Displaysense WB1212M is a Magnetic Coated Steel Whiteboard. Wall-mounted square dry-wipe whiteboard with a magnetic coated steel surface, ghosting-resistant, in an aluminium frame with a compact pen ledge. Dimensions 1200mm x 1200mm, square format. Silver finish, magnetic, write and pin with magnets. Pen ledge and wall fixings supplied. 5-year guarantee. Best suited for classrooms, university study areas, NHS wards, healthcare rooms and offices. Also available in a larger 1800mm size such as the WB180120M, with a premium vitreous enamel alternative the WBVM1212. Displaysense, UK display product specialists since 1978. Free UK mainland delivery.
Description
The surface does two jobs because of what it is made from. A coated steel face is smooth enough to write on cleanly with dry-wipe pens and erase without effort, but because the core is steel it also attracts magnets. That means the same area you write on will hold a printed timetable, a chart or a notice in place, with no tape and no separate pinboard. In a classroom or out on a ward this matters, because the information people need is rarely all handwritten or all printed, and a board that does both keeps it all together in one place rather than split across a separate pinboard.
The square shape is a deliberate choice rather than an odd one. A long landscape board spreads content sideways and needs a wide stretch of wall, while a square gives a balanced area that is as tall as it is wide. That suits the way a lot of content is actually laid out, a worked example that runs downward, a mind map that spreads in every direction, or a grid that needs equal room each way. It also fits walls that a long board would not, such as a narrow stretch beside a doorway, which makes the square a practical shape for rooms that are not generously wide.
The frame and fittings are chosen for daily working life. An aluminium frame keeps the board light for its size and gives a tidy silver border that looks at home in a school or a clinical room, while resisting the marking a painted trim picks up over time. A compact pen ledge runs along the board to hold markers and an eraser, so the things needed to use it are always at the board rather than wandering off around the room. These are small details on their own, but they are the ones that decide whether a board is genuinely pleasant to use every day or quietly frustrating to live with.
Mounting and upkeep are kept simple. Wall fixings come supplied, so the board fixes to a sound wall without a separate trip for parts. Day to day it asks for very little, since the dry-wipe surface clears with a dry cloth and an occasional whiteboard cleaner for heavier marks, and because it resists ghosting it does not hold the grey shadow that builds on a cheaper board. Using dry-wipe rather than permanent pens keeps the surface at its best over time, and a full 5-year guarantee stands behind it for lasting reassurance.
What Ships in Your Pack
- 1 x magnetic coated steel whiteboard (square, aluminium frame)
- 1 x compact pen ledge
- 1 x wall mounting kit with fixings
Fitting Out Several Rooms?
Schools, universities and healthcare sites often equip a number of rooms at once. Our team can match sizes across a site, advise where a standard coated steel surface is right and where a premium board earns its place, and coordinate one delivery so everything arrives together ready to mount.
Call us on 01279460460 or send us your room list and we will put a recommendation together.
The Displaysense WB1212M is a Magnetic Coated Steel Whiteboard. Wall-mounted square dry-wipe whiteboard with a magnetic coated steel surface, ghosting-resistant, in an aluminium frame with a compact pen ledge. Dimensions 1200mm x 1200mm, square format. Silver finish, magnetic, write and pin with magnets. Pen ledge and wall fixings supplied. 5-year guarantee. Best suited for classrooms, university study areas, NHS wards, healthcare rooms and offices. Also available in a larger 1800mm size such as the WB180120M, with a premium vitreous enamel alternative the WBVM1212. Displaysense, UK display product specialists since 1978. Free UK mainland delivery.
Specifications
Full specifications for the WB1212M magnetic whiteboard. A square wall-mounted board with a magnetic coated steel dry-wipe surface, ghosting-resistant, set in a silver aluminium frame with a compact pen ledge. Wall fixings are supplied and the board is backed by a 5-year guarantee.
| Specification | Detail | What This Means for You |
|---|---|---|
| Board Dimensions | 1200mm x 1200mm | A balanced square surface, exactly as tall as it is wide, giving a generous and even writing area without taking up the wide landscape footprint a long board needs on the wall. |
| Format | Square | An even, balanced shape that handles lists, diagrams, grids or mind maps just as readily, and fits a wall or an alcove that a long landscape board would overrun. |
| Surface | Magnetic coated steel | Write and erase with dry-wipe pens as normal, and also hold notices and charts on standard magnets, so a single surface both writes and displays at the very same time. |
| Surface Type | Dry-wipe, ghosting-resistant | Wipes back to a clean face without any grey shadowing left behind, keeping written content high-contrast and easy to read over the long term. |
| Magnetic | Holds standard magnets | Keeps timetables, rotas and reference sheets pinned securely to the board with standard magnets, sitting alongside whatever is being written in pen. |
| Frame | Silver aluminium | A clean, light silver aluminium frame that suits either an education or a healthcare interior and resists marking far better than a plain painted trim. |
| Pen Ledge | Compact pen ledge included | Markers and an eraser stay within easy reach along the foot of the board, so nothing has to be hunted for or set down somewhere else mid-use. |
| Mounting | Wall fixings supplied | The full set of fixings comes supplied in the box, so the board mounts to a sound wall with nothing extra to source before fitting it. |
| Orientation | Wall-mounted, fixed | A fixed wall board for a permanent spot on the wall, giving a stable, always-ready writing surface in a classroom, a ward or a meeting room. |
| Colour | White surface, silver frame | A neutral, professional colour finish that keeps both written and pinned content easy to read and suits most interiors. |
| Surface Tier | Standard coated steel | A dependable everyday coated steel surface, with a tougher premium vitreous enamel option also available in the range where use is especially heavy. |
| Guarantee | 5-year guarantee | The board is backed for a full five years, giving you real long-term reassurance for a fixture kept in regular, high-traffic daily use. |
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 Magnetic Whiteboard
Q: What is the best magnetic whiteboard for a classroom or NHS ward?
A: A square magnetic board, like the WB1212M, suits a classroom or NHS ward well. At 1200 by 1200mm the coated steel surface takes dry-wipe writing and holds notices on magnets, in an aluminium frame with a pen ledge and wall fixings included. The board carries a 5-year guarantee.
Q: Is this whiteboard magnetic?
A: Yes. The coated steel surface holds standard magnets, so timetables, rotas, charts and notices stay on the board alongside live writing. That lets one surface work for both writing and displaying material. Magnets are bought separately, letting you choose how many and how strong to use.
Q: Why choose a square board over a landscape one?
A: A square 1200 by 1200mm board gives a balanced area as tall as it is wide, suiting lists, diagrams, grids and mind maps equally. The square shape fits a wall a long landscape board would overrun, such as the space between a door and a corner. Choose square for balance, landscape for width.
Q: Does it come with a pen ledge and wall fixings?
A: Yes. Markers and an eraser sit in a compact pen ledge on the board, and a set of wall fixings is included for mounting on most wall types. The board arrives ready to fit and use, with nothing extra to source first. Magnets are the only separate item, since they are sold separately.
Q: Is this board suitable for schools and universities?
A: Yes. Schools use it to display visual aids beside teaching notes, and universities use it for group work and planning sessions. The magnetic surface keeps printed resources up while writing carries on around them, and the durable face copes with constant daily use in a busy teaching space.
Q: Is it suitable for NHS hospital wards?
A: Yes. Wards use the board for patient care boards, ward updates and shift schedules, written in pen and pinned with magnets. The dry-wipe surface wipes clean between updates and the magnetic steel holds rotas securely, keeping coordination information clearly in view across a busy ward.
Q: How big is the board, and can it be wall-mounted?
A: 1200mm by 1200mm, a balanced square format. Wall fixings are supplied, so it mounts to a sound wall in a fixed position. The square shape gives generous writing room without the wide footprint of a landscape board, fitting a classroom, ward or meeting wall neatly.
Q: What is the difference between this and the WBVM1212 enamel board?
A: Both are 1200 by 1200mm magnetic boards. The WB1212M has a standard coated steel surface at a lower cost, suited to everyday use. The WBVM1212 has a premium vitreous enamel surface, harder and more resistant to scratching and ghosting for heavy use. Choose coated steel for value, or enamel for longevity.
Q: Is a coated steel surface durable enough for daily use?
A: Yes. The coated steel dry-wipe surface resists ghosting and is built for frequent writing in high-traffic rooms, backed by a 5-year guarantee. For very heavy daily use, where a board is written on and erased constantly for years, a premium enamel surface lasts longer, but coated steel suits most everyday settings.
Q: Will the surface ghost, and how is it cleaned?
A: The surface resists ghosting, so it clears to a clean face instead of holding a grey trace. Wipe it with a dry cloth or eraser after use, and use a whiteboard cleaner about once a week for heavier marks. Always use dry-wipe, never permanent, markers to protect the coated steel.
Q: Is this whiteboard available with free UK delivery and a guarantee?
A: Yes. The board ships with free UK mainland delivery and carries a 5-year guarantee. Displaysense has supplied UK schools, universities and healthcare sites with display products since 1978, so you order from a UK display specialist. Bulk orders for several rooms can be arranged through our team.
Q: Is there a larger version of this board?
A: Yes. The WB180120M is a larger 1800 by 1200mm board with the same magnetic coated steel surface, aluminium frame and pen ledge. Choose this square 1200 by 1200mm board where a balanced shape fits the wall, or the larger WB180120M where a wider writing area is needed.
Knowledge Hub
Guides for Choosing and Using Whiteboards
A magnetic whiteboard works best when its surface, size and layout suit the room and the way it is used. Knowing how to combine handwritten content with pinned material, how coated steel and premium enamel surfaces compare and how to size a board for a space all make a difference. These guides cover choosing and getting the most from boards in schools and offices.
Magnetic Coated Steel Whiteboard - 1200mm x 1200mm
| Quantity | Discount | Save |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | 0% off | £0.00 |
| 10 + | 3% off | £4.65 |
Overview
Description
Specifications
Delivery & Returns
FAQs
Knowledge Hub
Write and Display on One Square Magnetic Surface
A teaching or ward board rarely does just one job. It has to take handwriting that changes through the day and hold printed material that needs to stay put, often at the same time. The WB1212M does both on one surface, a coated steel face that wipes clean for dry-wipe writing and holds timetables, rotas and reference sheets on standard magnets. The square format is the quiet strength here, giving a generous, even writing area that suits lists, diagrams and grids equally without dominating a wall the way a long board can. A clean aluminium frame gives it a professional finish, and a compact pen ledge keeps markers and an eraser at the board ready to use. Wall fixings come supplied in the box, so it mounts and is ready to work from day one. The dry-wipe surface resists ghosting and wipes back to clean rather than greying over time, and a 5-year guarantee backs it. Best suited for classrooms, university study areas and NHS wards where a board needs to combine clear writing with securely displayed material every day.
Why This Square Magnetic Board Earns Its Place
- Write and pin on one surface: The coated steel face takes dry-wipe pens and holds standard magnets, so notices, charts and handouts sit on the board next to live writing. It works as a writing board and a display board together, rather than making you choose between the two.
- A square that suits any layout: The even, square shape gives a balanced writing area that takes lists, diagrams, grids or mind maps equally well, and fits a wall where a long landscape board would be awkward. It reads well from around a room without stretching wide across the space.
- Ready to write from day one: A compact pen ledge holds markers and an eraser at the board, and wall fixings come supplied, so there is nothing extra to source. It arrives as a complete kit, ready to mount and use rather than needing parts bought separately first.
- Clean, hard-wearing surface: The dry-wipe finish resists the ghosting that greys a cheaper board, wiping back to a clear, high-contrast face even after constant daily writing. It keeps a professional look in a busy classroom or ward through heavy, repeated use.
- A neat, professional frame: A clean aluminium frame gives a tidy silver edge that suits an education or healthcare interior and resists marking better than a painted trim. The board looks considered on the wall rather than purely functional.
- Backed for five years: A 5-year guarantee stands behind the board, reflecting a build made for the demanding daily use of a school or hospital. It is meant to keep performing for years rather than wearing dull within months of heavy handling.
Where a Square Magnetic Whiteboard Fits Best
| Classrooms and Teaching | Lessons mix written explanation with displayed material, which is exactly what one magnetic surface handles. Teachers write up worked examples while magnets hold worksheets and visual aids alongside, and the square shape keeps a full topic in view without running off the wall. |
| Universities and Study Areas | Group study and planning benefit from a board several people can work on at once. The balanced square surface suits collaborative mapping and shared notes, and magnets keep printed references up while a group builds on the writing around them. |
| NHS Wards and Patient Boards | Wards rely on information that is both written and pinned, kept clearly in view and easy to update. The board carries patient care notes and ward updates in pen while magnets hold rotas and shift schedules, with a surface that wipes clean between changes. |
| Healthcare and Clinical Rooms | Treatment and consultation rooms need a clean, wipeable board that looks professional and stays hygienic in appearance. Dry-wipe writing clears completely, magnets hold a chart or guidance securely, and the square format suits a smaller clinical wall. |
| Offices and Meeting Rooms | A meeting room values a board for planning that also pins the documents a discussion refers to. The magnetic surface keeps an agenda or chart on show beside live notes, and the square shape fits a meeting wall neatly without a wide landscape footprint. |
| Staff and Planning Areas | Shared staff spaces use a board for rotas, plans and notices that change often. Magnets hold the printed material while handwritten updates sit alongside, and the durable surface copes with the constant, shared daily use a planning board sees. |
Need a Bigger Board, or a Premium Surface?
For a larger wall, the bigger coated steel board steps up the writing area. For a tougher, longer-lasting surface at this size, the premium enamel board resists scratching and ghosting for heavier use.
Call us on 01279460460 or get in touch for advice on sizes, surfaces or multi-room orders.
The Displaysense WB1212M is a Magnetic Coated Steel Whiteboard. Wall-mounted square dry-wipe whiteboard with a magnetic coated steel surface, ghosting-resistant, in an aluminium frame with a compact pen ledge. Dimensions 1200mm x 1200mm, square format. Silver finish, magnetic, write and pin with magnets. Pen ledge and wall fixings supplied. 5-year guarantee. Best suited for classrooms, university study areas, NHS wards, healthcare rooms and offices. Also available in a larger 1800mm size such as the WB180120M, with a premium vitreous enamel alternative the WBVM1212. Displaysense, UK display product specialists since 1978. Free UK mainland delivery.
The surface does two jobs because of what it is made from. A coated steel face is smooth enough to write on cleanly with dry-wipe pens and erase without effort, but because the core is steel it also attracts magnets. That means the same area you write on will hold a printed timetable, a chart or a notice in place, with no tape and no separate pinboard. In a classroom or out on a ward this matters, because the information people need is rarely all handwritten or all printed, and a board that does both keeps it all together in one place rather than split across a separate pinboard.
The square shape is a deliberate choice rather than an odd one. A long landscape board spreads content sideways and needs a wide stretch of wall, while a square gives a balanced area that is as tall as it is wide. That suits the way a lot of content is actually laid out, a worked example that runs downward, a mind map that spreads in every direction, or a grid that needs equal room each way. It also fits walls that a long board would not, such as a narrow stretch beside a doorway, which makes the square a practical shape for rooms that are not generously wide.
The frame and fittings are chosen for daily working life. An aluminium frame keeps the board light for its size and gives a tidy silver border that looks at home in a school or a clinical room, while resisting the marking a painted trim picks up over time. A compact pen ledge runs along the board to hold markers and an eraser, so the things needed to use it are always at the board rather than wandering off around the room. These are small details on their own, but they are the ones that decide whether a board is genuinely pleasant to use every day or quietly frustrating to live with.
Mounting and upkeep are kept simple. Wall fixings come supplied, so the board fixes to a sound wall without a separate trip for parts. Day to day it asks for very little, since the dry-wipe surface clears with a dry cloth and an occasional whiteboard cleaner for heavier marks, and because it resists ghosting it does not hold the grey shadow that builds on a cheaper board. Using dry-wipe rather than permanent pens keeps the surface at its best over time, and a full 5-year guarantee stands behind it for lasting reassurance.
What Ships in Your Pack
- 1 x magnetic coated steel whiteboard (square, aluminium frame)
- 1 x compact pen ledge
- 1 x wall mounting kit with fixings
Fitting Out Several Rooms?
Schools, universities and healthcare sites often equip a number of rooms at once. Our team can match sizes across a site, advise where a standard coated steel surface is right and where a premium board earns its place, and coordinate one delivery so everything arrives together ready to mount.
Call us on 01279460460 or send us your room list and we will put a recommendation together.
The Displaysense WB1212M is a Magnetic Coated Steel Whiteboard. Wall-mounted square dry-wipe whiteboard with a magnetic coated steel surface, ghosting-resistant, in an aluminium frame with a compact pen ledge. Dimensions 1200mm x 1200mm, square format. Silver finish, magnetic, write and pin with magnets. Pen ledge and wall fixings supplied. 5-year guarantee. Best suited for classrooms, university study areas, NHS wards, healthcare rooms and offices. Also available in a larger 1800mm size such as the WB180120M, with a premium vitreous enamel alternative the WBVM1212. Displaysense, UK display product specialists since 1978. Free UK mainland delivery.
Full specifications for the WB1212M magnetic whiteboard. A square wall-mounted board with a magnetic coated steel dry-wipe surface, ghosting-resistant, set in a silver aluminium frame with a compact pen ledge. Wall fixings are supplied and the board is backed by a 5-year guarantee.
| Specification | Detail | What This Means for You |
|---|---|---|
| Board Dimensions | 1200mm x 1200mm | A balanced square surface, exactly as tall as it is wide, giving a generous and even writing area without taking up the wide landscape footprint a long board needs on the wall. |
| Format | Square | An even, balanced shape that handles lists, diagrams, grids or mind maps just as readily, and fits a wall or an alcove that a long landscape board would overrun. |
| Surface | Magnetic coated steel | Write and erase with dry-wipe pens as normal, and also hold notices and charts on standard magnets, so a single surface both writes and displays at the very same time. |
| Surface Type | Dry-wipe, ghosting-resistant | Wipes back to a clean face without any grey shadowing left behind, keeping written content high-contrast and easy to read over the long term. |
| Magnetic | Holds standard magnets | Keeps timetables, rotas and reference sheets pinned securely to the board with standard magnets, sitting alongside whatever is being written in pen. |
| Frame | Silver aluminium | A clean, light silver aluminium frame that suits either an education or a healthcare interior and resists marking far better than a plain painted trim. |
| Pen Ledge | Compact pen ledge included | Markers and an eraser stay within easy reach along the foot of the board, so nothing has to be hunted for or set down somewhere else mid-use. |
| Mounting | Wall fixings supplied | The full set of fixings comes supplied in the box, so the board mounts to a sound wall with nothing extra to source before fitting it. |
| Orientation | Wall-mounted, fixed | A fixed wall board for a permanent spot on the wall, giving a stable, always-ready writing surface in a classroom, a ward or a meeting room. |
| Colour | White surface, silver frame | A neutral, professional colour finish that keeps both written and pinned content easy to read and suits most interiors. |
| Surface Tier | Standard coated steel | A dependable everyday coated steel surface, with a tougher premium vitreous enamel option also available in the range where use is especially heavy. |
| Guarantee | 5-year guarantee | The board is backed for a full five years, giving you real long-term reassurance for a fixture kept in regular, high-traffic daily use. |
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 Magnetic Whiteboard
Q: What is the best magnetic whiteboard for a classroom or NHS ward?
A: A square magnetic board, like the WB1212M, suits a classroom or NHS ward well. At 1200 by 1200mm the coated steel surface takes dry-wipe writing and holds notices on magnets, in an aluminium frame with a pen ledge and wall fixings included. The board carries a 5-year guarantee.
Q: Is this whiteboard magnetic?
A: Yes. The coated steel surface holds standard magnets, so timetables, rotas, charts and notices stay on the board alongside live writing. That lets one surface work for both writing and displaying material. Magnets are bought separately, letting you choose how many and how strong to use.
Q: Why choose a square board over a landscape one?
A: A square 1200 by 1200mm board gives a balanced area as tall as it is wide, suiting lists, diagrams, grids and mind maps equally. The square shape fits a wall a long landscape board would overrun, such as the space between a door and a corner. Choose square for balance, landscape for width.
Q: Does it come with a pen ledge and wall fixings?
A: Yes. Markers and an eraser sit in a compact pen ledge on the board, and a set of wall fixings is included for mounting on most wall types. The board arrives ready to fit and use, with nothing extra to source first. Magnets are the only separate item, since they are sold separately.
Q: Is this board suitable for schools and universities?
A: Yes. Schools use it to display visual aids beside teaching notes, and universities use it for group work and planning sessions. The magnetic surface keeps printed resources up while writing carries on around them, and the durable face copes with constant daily use in a busy teaching space.
Q: Is it suitable for NHS hospital wards?
A: Yes. Wards use the board for patient care boards, ward updates and shift schedules, written in pen and pinned with magnets. The dry-wipe surface wipes clean between updates and the magnetic steel holds rotas securely, keeping coordination information clearly in view across a busy ward.
Q: How big is the board, and can it be wall-mounted?
A: 1200mm by 1200mm, a balanced square format. Wall fixings are supplied, so it mounts to a sound wall in a fixed position. The square shape gives generous writing room without the wide footprint of a landscape board, fitting a classroom, ward or meeting wall neatly.
Q: What is the difference between this and the WBVM1212 enamel board?
A: Both are 1200 by 1200mm magnetic boards. The WB1212M has a standard coated steel surface at a lower cost, suited to everyday use. The WBVM1212 has a premium vitreous enamel surface, harder and more resistant to scratching and ghosting for heavy use. Choose coated steel for value, or enamel for longevity.
Q: Is a coated steel surface durable enough for daily use?
A: Yes. The coated steel dry-wipe surface resists ghosting and is built for frequent writing in high-traffic rooms, backed by a 5-year guarantee. For very heavy daily use, where a board is written on and erased constantly for years, a premium enamel surface lasts longer, but coated steel suits most everyday settings.
Q: Will the surface ghost, and how is it cleaned?
A: The surface resists ghosting, so it clears to a clean face instead of holding a grey trace. Wipe it with a dry cloth or eraser after use, and use a whiteboard cleaner about once a week for heavier marks. Always use dry-wipe, never permanent, markers to protect the coated steel.
Q: Is this whiteboard available with free UK delivery and a guarantee?
A: Yes. The board ships with free UK mainland delivery and carries a 5-year guarantee. Displaysense has supplied UK schools, universities and healthcare sites with display products since 1978, so you order from a UK display specialist. Bulk orders for several rooms can be arranged through our team.
Q: Is there a larger version of this board?
A: Yes. The WB180120M is a larger 1800 by 1200mm board with the same magnetic coated steel surface, aluminium frame and pen ledge. Choose this square 1200 by 1200mm board where a balanced shape fits the wall, or the larger WB180120M where a wider writing area is needed.
Guides for Choosing and Using Whiteboards
A magnetic whiteboard works best when its surface, size and layout suit the room and the way it is used. Knowing how to combine handwritten content with pinned material, how coated steel and premium enamel surfaces compare and how to size a board for a space all make a difference. These guides cover choosing and getting the most from boards in schools and offices.
Overview
Write and Display on One Square Magnetic Surface
A teaching or ward board rarely does just one job. It has to take handwriting that changes through the day and hold printed material that needs to stay put, often at the same time. The WB1212M does both on one surface, a coated steel face that wipes clean for dry-wipe writing and holds timetables, rotas and reference sheets on standard magnets. The square format is the quiet strength here, giving a generous, even writing area that suits lists, diagrams and grids equally without dominating a wall the way a long board can. A clean aluminium frame gives it a professional finish, and a compact pen ledge keeps markers and an eraser at the board ready to use. Wall fixings come supplied in the box, so it mounts and is ready to work from day one. The dry-wipe surface resists ghosting and wipes back to clean rather than greying over time, and a 5-year guarantee backs it. Best suited for classrooms, university study areas and NHS wards where a board needs to combine clear writing with securely displayed material every day.
Why This Square Magnetic Board Earns Its Place
- Write and pin on one surface: The coated steel face takes dry-wipe pens and holds standard magnets, so notices, charts and handouts sit on the board next to live writing. It works as a writing board and a display board together, rather than making you choose between the two.
- A square that suits any layout: The even, square shape gives a balanced writing area that takes lists, diagrams, grids or mind maps equally well, and fits a wall where a long landscape board would be awkward. It reads well from around a room without stretching wide across the space.
- Ready to write from day one: A compact pen ledge holds markers and an eraser at the board, and wall fixings come supplied, so there is nothing extra to source. It arrives as a complete kit, ready to mount and use rather than needing parts bought separately first.
- Clean, hard-wearing surface: The dry-wipe finish resists the ghosting that greys a cheaper board, wiping back to a clear, high-contrast face even after constant daily writing. It keeps a professional look in a busy classroom or ward through heavy, repeated use.
- A neat, professional frame: A clean aluminium frame gives a tidy silver edge that suits an education or healthcare interior and resists marking better than a painted trim. The board looks considered on the wall rather than purely functional.
- Backed for five years: A 5-year guarantee stands behind the board, reflecting a build made for the demanding daily use of a school or hospital. It is meant to keep performing for years rather than wearing dull within months of heavy handling.
Where a Square Magnetic Whiteboard Fits Best
| Classrooms and Teaching | Lessons mix written explanation with displayed material, which is exactly what one magnetic surface handles. Teachers write up worked examples while magnets hold worksheets and visual aids alongside, and the square shape keeps a full topic in view without running off the wall. |
| Universities and Study Areas | Group study and planning benefit from a board several people can work on at once. The balanced square surface suits collaborative mapping and shared notes, and magnets keep printed references up while a group builds on the writing around them. |
| NHS Wards and Patient Boards | Wards rely on information that is both written and pinned, kept clearly in view and easy to update. The board carries patient care notes and ward updates in pen while magnets hold rotas and shift schedules, with a surface that wipes clean between changes. |
| Healthcare and Clinical Rooms | Treatment and consultation rooms need a clean, wipeable board that looks professional and stays hygienic in appearance. Dry-wipe writing clears completely, magnets hold a chart or guidance securely, and the square format suits a smaller clinical wall. |
| Offices and Meeting Rooms | A meeting room values a board for planning that also pins the documents a discussion refers to. The magnetic surface keeps an agenda or chart on show beside live notes, and the square shape fits a meeting wall neatly without a wide landscape footprint. |
| Staff and Planning Areas | Shared staff spaces use a board for rotas, plans and notices that change often. Magnets hold the printed material while handwritten updates sit alongside, and the durable surface copes with the constant, shared daily use a planning board sees. |
Need a Bigger Board, or a Premium Surface?
For a larger wall, the bigger coated steel board steps up the writing area. For a tougher, longer-lasting surface at this size, the premium enamel board resists scratching and ghosting for heavier use.
Call us on 01279460460 or get in touch for advice on sizes, surfaces or multi-room orders.
The Displaysense WB1212M is a Magnetic Coated Steel Whiteboard. Wall-mounted square dry-wipe whiteboard with a magnetic coated steel surface, ghosting-resistant, in an aluminium frame with a compact pen ledge. Dimensions 1200mm x 1200mm, square format. Silver finish, magnetic, write and pin with magnets. Pen ledge and wall fixings supplied. 5-year guarantee. Best suited for classrooms, university study areas, NHS wards, healthcare rooms and offices. Also available in a larger 1800mm size such as the WB180120M, with a premium vitreous enamel alternative the WBVM1212. Displaysense, UK display product specialists since 1978. Free UK mainland delivery.
Description
The surface does two jobs because of what it is made from. A coated steel face is smooth enough to write on cleanly with dry-wipe pens and erase without effort, but because the core is steel it also attracts magnets. That means the same area you write on will hold a printed timetable, a chart or a notice in place, with no tape and no separate pinboard. In a classroom or out on a ward this matters, because the information people need is rarely all handwritten or all printed, and a board that does both keeps it all together in one place rather than split across a separate pinboard.
The square shape is a deliberate choice rather than an odd one. A long landscape board spreads content sideways and needs a wide stretch of wall, while a square gives a balanced area that is as tall as it is wide. That suits the way a lot of content is actually laid out, a worked example that runs downward, a mind map that spreads in every direction, or a grid that needs equal room each way. It also fits walls that a long board would not, such as a narrow stretch beside a doorway, which makes the square a practical shape for rooms that are not generously wide.
The frame and fittings are chosen for daily working life. An aluminium frame keeps the board light for its size and gives a tidy silver border that looks at home in a school or a clinical room, while resisting the marking a painted trim picks up over time. A compact pen ledge runs along the board to hold markers and an eraser, so the things needed to use it are always at the board rather than wandering off around the room. These are small details on their own, but they are the ones that decide whether a board is genuinely pleasant to use every day or quietly frustrating to live with.
Mounting and upkeep are kept simple. Wall fixings come supplied, so the board fixes to a sound wall without a separate trip for parts. Day to day it asks for very little, since the dry-wipe surface clears with a dry cloth and an occasional whiteboard cleaner for heavier marks, and because it resists ghosting it does not hold the grey shadow that builds on a cheaper board. Using dry-wipe rather than permanent pens keeps the surface at its best over time, and a full 5-year guarantee stands behind it for lasting reassurance.
What Ships in Your Pack
- 1 x magnetic coated steel whiteboard (square, aluminium frame)
- 1 x compact pen ledge
- 1 x wall mounting kit with fixings
Fitting Out Several Rooms?
Schools, universities and healthcare sites often equip a number of rooms at once. Our team can match sizes across a site, advise where a standard coated steel surface is right and where a premium board earns its place, and coordinate one delivery so everything arrives together ready to mount.
Call us on 01279460460 or send us your room list and we will put a recommendation together.
The Displaysense WB1212M is a Magnetic Coated Steel Whiteboard. Wall-mounted square dry-wipe whiteboard with a magnetic coated steel surface, ghosting-resistant, in an aluminium frame with a compact pen ledge. Dimensions 1200mm x 1200mm, square format. Silver finish, magnetic, write and pin with magnets. Pen ledge and wall fixings supplied. 5-year guarantee. Best suited for classrooms, university study areas, NHS wards, healthcare rooms and offices. Also available in a larger 1800mm size such as the WB180120M, with a premium vitreous enamel alternative the WBVM1212. Displaysense, UK display product specialists since 1978. Free UK mainland delivery.
Specifications
Full specifications for the WB1212M magnetic whiteboard. A square wall-mounted board with a magnetic coated steel dry-wipe surface, ghosting-resistant, set in a silver aluminium frame with a compact pen ledge. Wall fixings are supplied and the board is backed by a 5-year guarantee.
| Specification | Detail | What This Means for You |
|---|---|---|
| Board Dimensions | 1200mm x 1200mm | A balanced square surface, exactly as tall as it is wide, giving a generous and even writing area without taking up the wide landscape footprint a long board needs on the wall. |
| Format | Square | An even, balanced shape that handles lists, diagrams, grids or mind maps just as readily, and fits a wall or an alcove that a long landscape board would overrun. |
| Surface | Magnetic coated steel | Write and erase with dry-wipe pens as normal, and also hold notices and charts on standard magnets, so a single surface both writes and displays at the very same time. |
| Surface Type | Dry-wipe, ghosting-resistant | Wipes back to a clean face without any grey shadowing left behind, keeping written content high-contrast and easy to read over the long term. |
| Magnetic | Holds standard magnets | Keeps timetables, rotas and reference sheets pinned securely to the board with standard magnets, sitting alongside whatever is being written in pen. |
| Frame | Silver aluminium | A clean, light silver aluminium frame that suits either an education or a healthcare interior and resists marking far better than a plain painted trim. |
| Pen Ledge | Compact pen ledge included | Markers and an eraser stay within easy reach along the foot of the board, so nothing has to be hunted for or set down somewhere else mid-use. |
| Mounting | Wall fixings supplied | The full set of fixings comes supplied in the box, so the board mounts to a sound wall with nothing extra to source before fitting it. |
| Orientation | Wall-mounted, fixed | A fixed wall board for a permanent spot on the wall, giving a stable, always-ready writing surface in a classroom, a ward or a meeting room. |
| Colour | White surface, silver frame | A neutral, professional colour finish that keeps both written and pinned content easy to read and suits most interiors. |
| Surface Tier | Standard coated steel | A dependable everyday coated steel surface, with a tougher premium vitreous enamel option also available in the range where use is especially heavy. |
| Guarantee | 5-year guarantee | The board is backed for a full five years, giving you real long-term reassurance for a fixture kept in regular, high-traffic daily use. |
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 Magnetic Whiteboard
Q: What is the best magnetic whiteboard for a classroom or NHS ward?
A: A square magnetic board, like the WB1212M, suits a classroom or NHS ward well. At 1200 by 1200mm the coated steel surface takes dry-wipe writing and holds notices on magnets, in an aluminium frame with a pen ledge and wall fixings included. The board carries a 5-year guarantee.
Q: Is this whiteboard magnetic?
A: Yes. The coated steel surface holds standard magnets, so timetables, rotas, charts and notices stay on the board alongside live writing. That lets one surface work for both writing and displaying material. Magnets are bought separately, letting you choose how many and how strong to use.
Q: Why choose a square board over a landscape one?
A: A square 1200 by 1200mm board gives a balanced area as tall as it is wide, suiting lists, diagrams, grids and mind maps equally. The square shape fits a wall a long landscape board would overrun, such as the space between a door and a corner. Choose square for balance, landscape for width.
Q: Does it come with a pen ledge and wall fixings?
A: Yes. Markers and an eraser sit in a compact pen ledge on the board, and a set of wall fixings is included for mounting on most wall types. The board arrives ready to fit and use, with nothing extra to source first. Magnets are the only separate item, since they are sold separately.
Q: Is this board suitable for schools and universities?
A: Yes. Schools use it to display visual aids beside teaching notes, and universities use it for group work and planning sessions. The magnetic surface keeps printed resources up while writing carries on around them, and the durable face copes with constant daily use in a busy teaching space.
Q: Is it suitable for NHS hospital wards?
A: Yes. Wards use the board for patient care boards, ward updates and shift schedules, written in pen and pinned with magnets. The dry-wipe surface wipes clean between updates and the magnetic steel holds rotas securely, keeping coordination information clearly in view across a busy ward.
Q: How big is the board, and can it be wall-mounted?
A: 1200mm by 1200mm, a balanced square format. Wall fixings are supplied, so it mounts to a sound wall in a fixed position. The square shape gives generous writing room without the wide footprint of a landscape board, fitting a classroom, ward or meeting wall neatly.
Q: What is the difference between this and the WBVM1212 enamel board?
A: Both are 1200 by 1200mm magnetic boards. The WB1212M has a standard coated steel surface at a lower cost, suited to everyday use. The WBVM1212 has a premium vitreous enamel surface, harder and more resistant to scratching and ghosting for heavy use. Choose coated steel for value, or enamel for longevity.
Q: Is a coated steel surface durable enough for daily use?
A: Yes. The coated steel dry-wipe surface resists ghosting and is built for frequent writing in high-traffic rooms, backed by a 5-year guarantee. For very heavy daily use, where a board is written on and erased constantly for years, a premium enamel surface lasts longer, but coated steel suits most everyday settings.
Q: Will the surface ghost, and how is it cleaned?
A: The surface resists ghosting, so it clears to a clean face instead of holding a grey trace. Wipe it with a dry cloth or eraser after use, and use a whiteboard cleaner about once a week for heavier marks. Always use dry-wipe, never permanent, markers to protect the coated steel.
Q: Is this whiteboard available with free UK delivery and a guarantee?
A: Yes. The board ships with free UK mainland delivery and carries a 5-year guarantee. Displaysense has supplied UK schools, universities and healthcare sites with display products since 1978, so you order from a UK display specialist. Bulk orders for several rooms can be arranged through our team.
Q: Is there a larger version of this board?
A: Yes. The WB180120M is a larger 1800 by 1200mm board with the same magnetic coated steel surface, aluminium frame and pen ledge. Choose this square 1200 by 1200mm board where a balanced shape fits the wall, or the larger WB180120M where a wider writing area is needed.
Knowledge Hub
Guides for Choosing and Using Whiteboards
A magnetic whiteboard works best when its surface, size and layout suit the room and the way it is used. Knowing how to combine handwritten content with pinned material, how coated steel and premium enamel surfaces compare and how to size a board for a space all make a difference. These guides cover choosing and getting the most from boards in schools and offices.
