How to Choose the Best Whiteboard Surface
Not all whiteboards are created equal. Choosing the right whiteboard surface can make a significant difference to writing performance, ease of cleaning, durability, and long-term value.
At WhiteboardsOnline, we offer two premium magnetic whiteboard surfaces designed to suit different environments and budgets: Porcelain Whiteboards and Commercial Whiteboards.
Porcelain Whiteboards
Porcelain Whiteboards, also known as Vitreous Enamel Whiteboards, feature a hard-wearing ceramic surface fused to steel at high temperatures.
Why Choose Porcelain?
- Highly resistant to stains, scratches, and ghosting
- Non-porous surface prevents marker penetration
- Easy to clean and maintain
- Magnetic surface
- Ideal for heavy daily use
- Backed by a 25-Year Surface Warranty
Best For:
- Schools and universities
- Training rooms
- High-use office environments
- Healthcare and government facilities
For classrooms and other high-traffic environments, porcelain is widely considered the premium whiteboard surface.
Commercial Whiteboards
Commercial Whiteboards feature a quality acrylic writing surface bonded to a magnetic steel backing.
Why Choose Commercial?
- Excellent value for money
- Smooth writing and erasing performance
- Magnetic surface
- Lightweight construction
- Backed by an 8-Year Surface Warranty
Best For:
- Offices
- Home offices
- Meeting rooms
- Light to moderate daily use
With regular cleaning and quality dry-erase markers, a commercial whiteboard can provide years of reliable performance.
Need Help Deciding?
WhiteboardsOnline supplies a wide range of magnetic whiteboards, porcelain whiteboards, commercial whiteboards, glass whiteboards, and custom whiteboards to suit every application.
If you're unsure which surface is right for your needs, our team is happy to help.