Choosing the right paving stone isn’t just about picking a colour from a catalogue.
For homeowners, landscapers, and developers, it’s about seeing the texture, feeling the finish under their fingers, and comparing shades side by side in real light.
A photo online or a swatch in a brochure simply doesn’t do justice to how a stone will look once it’s laid across a driveway, patio, or public space.

That’s where paving stone and flag display boards come in—and why they’re fast becoming one of the most powerful sales tools for suppliers and manufacturers. At Sample Board Co, we design and manufacture bespoke boards right here in the UK, helping you show your products at their absolute best.

Why Paving Sample Boards Work So Well

Paving isn’t an impulse purchase. Customers want confidence before they commit—and rightly so, because the choice they make will shape an outdoor space for decades. Display boards make that decision easier by bringing everything together in one neat, professional format.

Here’s how they make the sales process smoother:

• Side-by-Side Comparison – Customers can see tone, colour, and texture variations at a glance. Perfect for highlighting different finishes within a range.

• True-to-Life Feel – Touch matters. Seeing a smooth sawn flag next to a riven finish instantly communicates the difference in quality and style.

• Technical Information at Hand – Boards can include key details like slip resistance, thickness, frost resistance, and recommended uses.

• Versatile Display – Whether you’re in a merchant’s yard, a showroom, or taking samples on the road, boards are portable, durable, and present your range in a way loose slabs never can.

Built Tough, Just Like Your Paving

We know paving flags and stones aren’t lightweights. That’s why our boards are engineered to handle the load.
Made from strong and durable foam PVC, they’re sturdy enough for daily handling yet lightweight enough for reps to carry. They’re built for trade counters, showrooms, and outdoor merchant yards where products need to work hard to catch attention.

Custom Boards That Tell Your Story

Your paving range deserves more than a pile of samples stacked in a corner.
Our bespoke boards can be designed to:

• Showcase variations in size and cut within a range.
  
• Present blends, colours, and finishes side by side.
  
• Include branding, installation guides, or even QR codes linking to full case studies.
  
• Add space for complementary products—think jointing compounds, edging, or kerbs.

Want something extra eye-catching?
We can shape boards, add printed textures that mimic real settings (like a patio or pathway), or design multi-board stands that allow full collections to be displayed neatly.

Helping Customers Visualise the Finished Project

When a homeowner or contractor can see how your paving looks against different finishes or feel the surface themselves, they’re far more likely to commit. Boards cut through the uncertainty of “will it look right?” by giving customers the confidence they need to move forward.

At Sample Board Co, our goal is simple: to help you sell more paving by showing it off properly. From rustic riven sandstone to sleek porcelain flags, we’ll build boards that make your range impossible to ignore.

FAQs – Paving Stone & Flag Sample Boards

What are paving stone sample boards?
Paving sample boards are lightweight, durable display boards designed to hold real paving stone or flag samples. They’re a professional way to present ranges side by side, helping customers see colour, texture, and finish all in one place.

Why use boards instead of loose paving samples?
Loose flags are heavy, messy, and difficult to compare. A well-designed board groups your samples neatly, shows variations clearly, and gives customers something practical to handle in a showroom or take on-site.

How big can the boards be?
We have a range of sizes to suit your paving range—whether you want compact, portable displays for sales reps or larger wall-mounted boards for showrooms and merchant yards.

Are the boards strong enough for paving samples?
Yes. Our boards are made from tough foam PVC designed to handle the weight of paving stone samples. They’re built to last even with frequent handling.

Can the boards be branded?
Absolutely. You can add company logos, range names, product info, technical data, QR codes, and even lifestyle photography. Branding makes the board not just a sample tool, but a marketing asset.

Do the boards show more than just the product?
Yes. Many clients include additional details such as slip resistance, frost rating, colour blends, finish options, and laying patterns—helping customers imagine how the paving will look in real life.

Are they suitable for both indoor and outdoor use?
Yes, we produce boards designed for showrooms, trade counters, exhibitions, and even merchant yards where durability is essential.

Can you make boards for different types of paving?
Of course. Whether it’s natural stone, concrete flags, porcelain paving, or decorative block paving, we design the boards to fit your exact samples.

Do you help with design and layout?
Yes. Our team can work with you to plan the best layout for your samples—whether that’s showing tone variation across a range, mixing finishes, or creating side-by-side comparisons.

How do I order paving sample boards?
Just get in touch with us. We’ll talk through your product range, suggest layouts, and create boards tailored to your needs. We manufacture everything here in the UK and deliver directly to you.