Nobo is the key brand in visual communications across Europe. The Nobo vision is to enable clear, creative and stand out communication in every environment.
Nobo Whiteboard Buying Guide
What whiteboard surface type do I need?
One of the most important factors to consider when selecting a whiteboard is its surface. Whilst all whiteboards look understandably white, some have different qualities that would suit different circumstances. Different surfaces affect ink removal and staining, so make sure to pick the best whiteboard surface by using our guide below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whiteboards require regular cleaning to keep them looking white. Not maintaining a board surface can result in ghosting, ink stains, ink smears and a dull grey board appearance. Dependent upon your whiteboard surface, frequency and type and of use, your whiteboard will require more or less cleaning. Put simply: the better the surface, the less cleaning and maintenance it needs in order to retain its clean, bright and fresh out of the box appearance.
To help you keep your whiteboard in the best possible condition, Nobo has a wide range of cleaning products. We offer a range of erasers, wipes, sprays, microfibre cleaning cloths and foam cleaners, all designed specifically for cleaning your whiteboard without damaging its surface.
Ghosting occurs on dirty whiteboards when pen or eraser movement cleans some of the dirt away leaving a whiter board surface. The harder and more durable the whiteboard surface the more resistant it is to ghosting. That’s why glass whiteboards combat ghosting best. On porous surfaces such as melamine, whiteboard marker ink is far more likely to penetrate the surface and stain the board.
Remember...
- Always use a clean eraser
- Always erase when ink is dry rather than wet
- Cleaning spray or foam and cleaning cloth to lift the dirt away from the board surface
- Use the right dry erase marker pens for your whiteboard surface
- Frequent intensive use without appropriate cleaning
- Erasing the board with a dirty eraser/cloth that simply moves ink around the board rather than removing it
- Leaving ink on the board longer than necessary which gives the ink more time to penetrate the board surface
- Erasing ink before it is dry as wet ink residue will smear
- Using industrial whiteboard cleaning solutions that strip protective layers
- Poor quality dry wipe markers
What size whiteboard do I need?
Once you’ve selected your whiteboard surface you are ready to start to hone in on the right board for you from the whiteboard sizes available.
We understand that visualising whiteboard sizes isn’t always easy and is a common dilemma for many when trying to make a decision. Let us help you make the right decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you will be wall mounting your whiteboard or somebody else will be doing it for you, the benefits of a good wall mounting system should not be discounted. Mounting a large whiteboard, particularly through corner holes, can be a cumbersome task, and in the past required two people if the perils of a poorly mounted, slanting and misaligned board were to be avoided.
At Nobo, they’ve tackled this problem with their Invisamount™ whiteboard wall mounting system. With Invisamount mounting the whiteboard is mounted onto a mounting rail. This makes it simpler to mount the whiteboard and provides for a flush fixing against the wall. It also is neater and aesthetically better looking than the traditional mounting system.
Most whiteboards are magnetic, but it’s important to check the specifications of any board you are considering buying before making your final choice. A magnetic whiteboard can also be used as a notice board. Magnetic accessories it can allow you to stick pens, erasers and magnets to the board. All Nobo whiteboards and glass whiteboards are magnetic with the exception of melamine whiteboards. So, with such a wide choice of magnetic whiteboards the answer is to select the best surface, size and style for your specific needs.
What colour whiteboard and frame style is best for me?
Where your board is going to be placed will help determine whether it needs to be aesthetically pleasing. For instance, the whiteboard used in a warehouse is going to be vastly different from an office whiteboard you purchase for a modern meeting room or a classroom whiteboard for a school.
Whiteboard design has developed over the years and now there are stylish and modern options that are in keeping with the interior design of offices, conference venues and meeting rooms of today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Nobo offers super slim trim Enamel, Nano Clean™ steel and Melamine whiteboards as well as frameless glass whiteboards.
What accessories can I use on my whiteboard?
Although Nobo boards come with pens and magnets to get you started, there are a number of additional whiteboard accessories that can enhance the way you use your whiteboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Nobo glass whiteboards are made from safety glass but are also magnetic. Be aware though that thickness of the glass influences how strong your magnets need to be. Unfortunately, many standard office or fridge magnets won’t work on a glass whiteboard. Unlike connecting through a thin layer of whiteboard paint, standard magnets lack sufficient force to attach through the glass. Look for Nobo Glass Whiteboard Magnets which have sufficient magnetic force to attach to magnetic glass boards, especially if you intend to use it as a memo board.
Ghosting occurs on dirty whiteboards when pen or eraser movement cleans some of the dirt away leaving a whiter board surface. The harder and more durable the whiteboard surface the more resistant it is to ghosting. That’s why glass whiteboards combat ghosting best. On porous surfaces such as melamine, whiteboard marker ink is far more likely to penetrate the surface and stain the board.
Remember...
- Always use a clean eraser
- Always erase when ink is dry rather than wet
- Cleaning spray or foam and cleaning cloth to lift the dirt away from the board surface
- Use the right dry erase marker pens for your whiteboard surface
- Frequent intensive use without appropriate cleaning
- Erasing the board with a dirty eraser/cloth that simply moves ink around the board rather than removing it
- Leaving ink on the board longer than necessary which gives the ink more time to penetrate the board surface
- Erasing ink before it is dry as wet ink residue will smear
- Using industrial whiteboard cleaning solutions that strip protective layers
- Poor quality dry wipe markers
Why should you buy a whiteboard?
Whether it’s collaborating with colleagues, engaging with students or mind-mapping your most creative ideas, the whiteboard is the unsung hero of innovation, communication and problem solving. Whiteboards allow individuals and groups to capture thoughts, relay action plans and communicate messages effectively. With such a wide variety of applications comes an equal breadth of options to choose from.
Find your perfect whiteboard
Use our product selector guide below
Nobo Premium Plus Whiteboards, Notice Boards and Lockable Notice Boards
Introducing visual communication boards into your workplace provides effective tools for interacting and communicating with the whole team. Premium Plus whiteboards and notice boards can help to strengthen a sense of community and encourage collaboration.
With a stylish aluminium frame, Premium Plus whiteboards and notice boards deliver a modern and attractive visual communication solution.
The traditional through-corner wall mounting method provides safe and secure installation. The stylish corner caps conceal all fixings to keep the frame design seamless and the board flush to the wall.
Premium Plus whiteboards and notice boards are available in both widescreen and standard sizes. The widescreen boards provide an expansive writing or display surface compared to traditional formats where space at the top and bottom can go unused.
No matter how much modern technology advances, traditional visual communication boards remain an essential and reliable tool to enhance any work or education environment.
With a modern design yet traditional through corner mounting system, Premium Plus boards are available in standard or widescreen format to maximise your wall space.
Enjoy a clearer, creative and more collaborative work environment with Nobo's extensive range of whiteboards and notice boards. Click below to view our full range.
Premium Plus Whiteboards
Available in a range of surfaces from magnetic enamel for a superior level of erasabitility, magnetic steel and non-magnetic melamine. Whiteboards transform even the most complex of ideas into an easy to understand visual.
View range
Premium Plus Notice Boards
Ideally suited for both the office and home, notice boards are a useful tool for organising and displaying information. Available with a felt or cork surface and in a variety of sizes to suit your space.
View range
Premium Plus Lockable Notice Boards
Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, you can display important information safely and securely behind a locked frame. Available in a range of sizes and colours, you can find the perfect display solution that blends into any environment.
View range