11X17 ART PRINT BACKING BOARDS (PACK OF 100) (NET)

Preserve Your Art, Posters, and Comic Books with BCW 11x17 Backing Boards Your valuable art prints, posters, and comic books deserve reliable protection to maintain their condition. The BCW 11x17 Art Print Backing Boards offer a solid foundation, keeping your collection safe and well-preserved for the long term. Archival Quality and Superior Rigidity These backing boards are certified acid-free and independently lab-tested, meeting strict archival standards for lasting preservation. Made with a sturdy 24-point thickness from solid bleached sulfate, they provide superior rigidity. This helps prevent bends, creases, and other damage, keeping your items flat and pristine. Precise Fit and Enhanced Protection Cut precisely to 11x17 inches, these boards are ideal for standard-sized art prints, posters, and comic books. The surface is coated and buffered with 3% calcium carbonate, adding durability and smoothness. This further protects your artwork from wear and tear. Seamless Integration into Your Collection These backing boards integrate easily into your current storage system for art prints, posters, or comic books. For a complete protection solution, pair them with our BCW Art Print Bags. This combination helps create a secure environment, preserving your collection for years to come.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs