Dry erase boards come with a melamine, painted porcelain, glass, or acrylic writing surface, and the material makes a real difference in how the board performs over time. Melamine is the most affordable option and works well for lighter use, but it tends to ghost more easily and has a shorter lifespan than other surfaces. Porcelain boards are more durable, resist ghosting better, and are compatible with standard magnets. Glass and acrylic boards offer a clean, modern look with strong ghosting resistance, though they require rare earth magnets rather than standard ones. If longevity and easy maintenance are priorities, porcelain or glass surfaces are worth the higher upfront investment.
The right board category depends on how and where you plan to use it. Wall-mounted boards are a classic front-of-room solution that anchor the teaching space and work well for permanent installations in classrooms, conference rooms, and common areas. Mobile boards on casters give you more flexibility, letting you move the writing surface to wherever the lesson is happening. Lapboards are a great option for individual student use, giving every student their own writing surface for quick responses, practice problems, or brainstorming without the need for paper.
Melamine boards are prone to ghosting over time, which is the marker image left on the surface after cleaning. To prevent it, don't leave marker ink on the board for long periods of time and use only approved cleaning solutions.
Never use permanent marker on your dry erase board. If it happens accidentally, a professional cleaning product may help remove it, and writing over the area with a dry erase marker can help lift the ink.
If you are outfitting multiple classrooms or an entire school, volume orders often unlock better pricing. The School Outfitters team is happy to help you find the right boards and work within your budget.
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Product Types
Wall-mount dry erase boards are designed to be easily mounted to a wall. Appropriate mounting hardware is usually included with purchase. Wall-mount boards typically feature an aluminum or wood frame, though frameless options are available. Consider a board with a marker tray to store accessories or a map/tack rail to hang additional content – these features maximize your board’s functionality.
Whiteboard easels add versatility to art rooms, classrooms, or any other space where students collaborate. With foldable and/or adjustable frames, whiteboard easels are easy to set up and store. Many feature frames with no-pinch clasps to display posters, pads or artwork. Shop easels with locking casters for easy maneuverability or removable plastic bins for additional classroom storage.
Mobile & Reversible Dry Erase Boards
Mobile and reversible dry-erase boards are beneficial in virtually any learning space: classrooms, common areas, makerspaces and more. These whiteboards are designed to be moved from space to space on durable locking casters, and typically feature a fully rotating board with a wood or aluminum frame and an accessories tray. Choose a double-sided markerboard or a markerboard and corkboard combination.
Whiteboard room dividers not only provide a convenient worksurface but a way to instantly divide classroom space into smaller, more private areas. A great tool for small group work, whiteboard room panels sometimes feature sound-absorbing fabric or cork on one side and a dry erase surface on the other. For custom arrangements, look for whiteboard panels that connect to one another, or accordion-style panels that fold.
Acrylic & Glass Dry Erase Boards
Acrylic and glass dry erase boards, while typically a higher price, tend to outperform porcelain or melamine counterparts. These boards are incredibly durable and long-lasting. As a nonporous surface, glass is guaranteed to never ghost or stain. Plus, it’s scratch resistant and won’t dent. A great option for busy classrooms, acrylic and glass boards stand up to everyday, heavy use for years on end.
Lapboards and dry erase tablets provide students with a personal, portable worksurface. You’ll find double or single-sided dry erase tablets, lined tablets for penmanship practice, tablets with handles and more. For added versatility, choose tablets with chalkboard or felt on one side and a dry erase surface on the other.
Enclosed dry erase boards are ideal for public spaces like school entryways, offices, community centers and more. You’ll even find enclosed whiteboards suitable for outdoor spaces, like park picnic shelters. Enclosed dry erase boards often feature shatter-resistant and lockable doors to prevent theft or tampering, plus the option to add a permanent header like a school or company name.
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