MBC MAT BOARD CENTER 13x19 Backing Boards 10-Pack

MBC MAT BOARD CENTER 13x19 white backing boards are a 10-pack of sturdy 4-ply cardboard support panels designed to protect and present photos, prints, signs and framed artwork.

These backer boards provide a reliable, lightweight foundation for framing projects, mounted prints and temporary displays. Each sheet measures 13 x 19 inches and is constructed with a white surface on both sides and a brown fiber core, offering a clean appearance front and back while keeping costs and weight low. The 4-ply thickness (about 1/16 inch / 1.4 mm) resists bending and helps maintain the flatness of paper goods, posters and photographs during storage, framing or transport.

How do these backing boards protect framed photos and prints?

The boards create a rigid layer behind artwork that prevents sagging and provides consistent support across the entire piece. They also help distribute pressure from frame backing and can reduce the risk of creases or localized bends.

• Full-sheet support for prints, posters and photos up to 13 x 19 inches
• 4-ply construction adds stiffness without excessive weight
• Double-white faces offer a neutral, clean look inside frames
• Brown core reduces warp while keeping material economical

Can I use these boards for craft projects, signs and displays?

Yes — their rigidity and neutral finish make them ideal for DIY signage, school projects, crafts and temporary event decor. They cut and trim easily with a utility knife or straightedge, and take adhesives and tapes well for mounting.

• Cut-to-size for custom signs, templates and display panels
• Workable with spray or glue adhesives and double-sided tape
• Suitable for short-term event signage like parties or pop-ups
• Lightweight enough for easels, stands and mailings

What are the dimensions and material details I should know?

Each sheet in the pack is 13 by 19 inches and approximately 1/16 inch (1.4 mm) thick, made from four plies of paperboard. Both faces are white for a tidy presentation, while the inner brown core is visible at trimmed edges.

• Pack quantity: 10 backing boards
• Size: 13 x 19 inches (usable for standard print sizes and custom mats)
• Thickness: about 1/16 in (1.4 mm), 4-ply construction
• Finish: white on both sides with a brown core

How do these compare to foam board or acid-free backing?

These paperboard backer boards are more economical and lighter than foamcore, and work well for framing where archival properties are not required. They are not marketed as acid-free or archival; for long-term preservation of valuable artwork or photographs, archival-quality materials should be chosen instead.

• More budget-friendly and thinner than foam-core alternatives
• Great for retail prints, temporary displays and framers' backing
• Not specified as acid-free — choose archival boards for museum-grade work
• Easy to store flat and trim at home or in a workshop

Who is this for? These 13x19 white backing boards suit hobbyists, small business owners, photographers and framers who need cost-effective, dependable support for prints, photos, signs and temporary displays. If you want clean-looking backing that trims easily and keeps prints flat during framing, shipping or presentation — without the expense of foam or archival board — this 10-pack offers a practical, versatile solution.