Wall Maps - Framing Options - an explanation
Laminated? Framed? Hang Rails? What kind of map do I want?
At Maptopia any of our wall maps can be supplied in a variety of formats. The following explanation details the different formats that are available and will help you decide which one is best for your purposes.
All of our Wall Maps are supplied as LAMINATED MAPS (unless stated otherwise). The laminate is a gloss finish and serves to protect the map from scuffing, fading and mishaps. It also allows you to write on your maps with permanent or water based markers and easily erase those markings.
The addition of HANG RAILS gives you flexibility when displaying your map. The wooden rails are fitted to the top and bottom of the laminated map which makes it light enough to hang on the wall and be easily moved or rolled up and stored. This treatment is commonly used in classrooms but is also suitable for offices or libraries and the maps hang flush with the wall.
There are also a variety of FRAMED options available. We start with a laminated map mounted onto a foam core backing. This map is sealed and protected and the light weight backing allows you to put pins into the map.
Our standard Aluminium frame is a 10mm wide document frame and is available in seven basic colours:
Sliver, Black, Blue, Gold, White, Red and Yellow.
Our 35mm Wide Aluminium frame style is especially suitable for our larger maps and is available in Black, White, Matt Silver, Gloss Silver and Gold.
Alternatively you can choose a Wooden frame from our selection in a style to
complement your map and suit your décor.
The addition of METAL BACKING permits the use of magnetic markers on a framed and laminated map which is often useful when working in business situations.
REX ROLLERS are a permanent mounting solution. They are fixed to the wall and allow the map to be rolled up or down with a chain similar to Holland Blinds.
ROLLUP MAPS are a spring-loaded rolling solution. With the addition of a pelmet this mount can permanently house up to six maps allowing you to display or roll away the map of your choice.
Please call us on (02) 8850 1044 for a quote on theses mounting variations or to assist you with your selection.