How Big of a Magnetic Whiteboard Do I Need?

There are magnetic boards on the market from the smallest to boards of practically unlimited sizes (unlimited magnetic boards). Sometimes it is difficult to choose the right size of board for your home or business, so we have prepared a short guide on how to choose a magnetic (or any other) board. First, take a look at a simple estimate of the required size of magnetic board based on the size of the room, and then read on for more details.

Space classification	Room size	Suitable board size
Small space	< 5 m2	> 0.5 m2
Medium-sized space	5 m2 – 10 m2	> 1 m2
Slightly larger space	10 m2 – 15 m2	> 1.5 m2
Big and bigger space	> 15 m2	> 2 m2

1. Choose and measure the space
   The first thing you should do before buying a magnetic board is to choose a space and determine the size of the space where you want to install the board . For smaller boards, this is usually not such a problem and the space usually does not need to be measured, but for larger ones, it is a good idea to measure how big the wall is where you want to install the board. This will prevent the wall where you want to install the board from being too small. The table above can help you.
2. Check visibility
   When you have chosen and determined the space for the board, it is a good idea to check visibility. You check visibility through several aspects. First, you check from which angles the board can be seen. You want this viewing angle to be as large as possible . Specifically, this means that if the board is installed in a narrow corridor, the area from which the board can be viewed is significantly smaller than if it is installed in a large atrium. The easiest way to check this aspect is to stand at the point or points from which you want the board to be seen and look at the area where you are planning the board. If you can see the area properly, the location is appropriate in the first aspect. In the second aspect, make sure of the lighting conditions, as these are a key condition for human vision. It is best for the board to be in a bright place as possible so that it is visible at night and during the day. The easiest way to check this is to try everything together. In the third aspect, check the size of the planned area for the magnetic board (this will also help you when determining the size of the board later on). Be careful, above all, that the area is not too small , so that the listeners can even see the letters written on the board (if not, try to find an alternative location for the board).
3. Check the suitability of the planned installation
   Next, check the suitability of the planned installation of the magnetic board. This mainly means the height (top and bottom edge) and width (left and right edge) of the installation. The magnetic board should be viewed horizontally or slightly raised and straight (not left or right), of course this depends on personal preferences. In principle, the board should be mounted parallel to the wall, but of course the board can also be mounted at an angle in all directions. The suitability of the planned board is entirely up to the individual’s subjective judgment and there are no rules here. It is just a matter of making sure of your wishes before purchasing.
4. Ask yourself about the purpose
   The key thing before buying a board, which also determines its final size and shape, is the question of the purpose for which the magnetic board will be used. For writing shorter messages, collecting a smaller number of magnets or decoration, sometimes smaller boards are enough . In principle, when making such purchases, it is good to take into account the fact that short messages can quickly become too long for the existing board , magnets can become too many for a small board over time, and decoration for a new period of time can become too extensive for the existing board. Therefore, it is better to take a larger board rather than a board that is too small .

Good news
If you are lost in the above instructions, can’t read them or have already bought a board, we have good news for you. Magnetic boards are extremely portable and can be moved between rooms, houses, offices, etc. There will definitely be a place for a magnetic board somewhere, so buying one is definitely not a bad idea. In fact, everyone likes to use a magnetic board, from children to students to study, from employees to retirees to plan their purchases.

If you are still not sure which sign to buy or where to install the one you purchased, contact us .