Cork—The most common bulletin board material. These boards self-heal, so they maintain pin grip and surface quality after repeated use. They can mold in humid areas and crumble in dry conditions. Because they’re porous, they’re not easily wiped clean.

Felt Cover—A tightly woven surface reinforces the board, prevents cork from crumbling, and hides pinholes. Because the fabric traps dust and grime, it can be hard to clean.

Vinyl Plastic/Cork—The easiest boards to clean. They won’t absorb moisture, so they won’t stain or fade. Since they don’t self-heal, they’re best for moderate use.

Friction Grip—Hold up to 39 sheets without pins or magnets. The flexible channel lets you slide papers in and out without tearing, then pinches them to hold in place. A clear front keeps the entire sheet visible.

Vinyl Plastic/Cork—The easiest boards to clean. They won’t absorb moisture, so they won’t stain or fade. Since they don’t self-heal, they’re best for moderate use.

2" High—Extra pinning space makes these bars better for frequent use.

Painted Steel—The standard choice for busy warehouses and open spaces. They hold up to a decade of use, but may show light staining over time.

Porcelain—Tougher than painted steel, these boards stand up to bumps, nicks, and scratches. They won’t show staining over time, even if marked accidentally with permanent marker, so they’ll last a lifetime.

Glass—Choose these boards for a modern look. Made with tempered glass, these boards won’t shatter or scratch. Similar to porcelain boards, they won’t show staining over time, even if marked accidentally with permanent marker, so they’ll last a lifetime. Use high-strength neodymium magnets to post notes to them—standard magnets won’t reach through the glass.

Styles 1 and 5—Mount these boards horizontally or vertically thanks to their detachable tray.

Style 2—Mitered corners on the frame gives these boards a sleek, finished look.

Style 3—Turn your storage rack into a message center. These boards have hooks to hang them right on your racks.