ORCA Rectangle Photo Slate Blanks — Glossy, 5 x 11 in. - 20/Case
Product Type:
Photo Slates
Product Details
xPrint shops and custom gift businesses reach for the 5 x 11 in rectangle photo slate as a sign blank: its narrow proportion steers buyers toward family names, house numbers and kitchen or bar signs, which is easier production than photo work. It ships 20 per case with a glossy coated face and a natural slate edge.
Leave generous margins, since the uneven edge makes anything close to the border look off-center on some pieces. No two edges match, so say so in your listing and it reads as a feature rather than a defect. Personalized photo slates list for about $16 to $38 on Etsy, typically around $24; at that example price a case of 20 signs brings $480 against $121.80 in blanks.
Specs at a glance
- Size: 5 x 11 in
- Finish: glossy coated face, natural edge
- Press: 400 F, 5 to 8 minutes, face down, cool slowly
- Case pack: 20
- SKU: 59023
- Price: $121.80 per case of 20 (about $6.09 each)
- Press: 400°F, up to 600 seconds
Who buys it
- Housewarming gift sellers
- Makers of address and entryway plaques
- Bar and kitchen sign shops
- Realtors and corporate gifting programs
Why buy it from Photo USA
At about $6.09 a slate, slightly below the large rectangle, a Photo USA case of 20 is a low-cost way to start a home signage line. Expect fast dispatch, with most orders shipping within a day from Fremont, CA or Kentucky. Our Q4 photo slate guide covers holiday timing. Sourced and distributed by Photo USA Corp.
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| SKU | 59023 |
| PKG/PCS | 20/units |
| Coating brand | ORCA Coatings® |
| Decoration process | Dye Sublimation |
| Decoration location | Fremont ,CA |
| Manufacturer | Photo USA Electronic Graphic Inc. |
Shipping & Return
xShipping
Most orders ship within 24 hours from our Fremont, CA or Kentucky warehouse, whichever gets your order to you fastest. See our full Shipping Policy for delivery estimates, international restrictions, and weight-based rate details.
Returns
14-day return window from the date of delivery, on unused items in their original packaging. Contact us before sending anything back to get a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
If an item arrives damaged, incorrect, or not as described, we cover return shipping and there is no restocking fee. For returns due to a change of mind or an ordering error, return shipping is the customer’s responsibility, original shipping charges are non-refundable, and a 20% restocking fee applies.
See our full Refund Policy for details.
FAQ
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Why the narrow 5 x 11?
It is a sign shape. Family names, house numbers, bar and kitchen signs. The proportion pushes buyers toward lettering rather than photography, which is easier work for you.
What does a case of the Rectangle Photo Slate, Glossy, 5 x 11 in. cost?
20 per case at $121.80, about $6.09 apiece, slightly cheaper than the large rectangle.
Glossy finish for the Rectangle Photo Slate, Glossy, 5 x 11 in.?
Yes, glossy coated face with a natural slate edge.
What artwork works best on the Rectangle Photo Slate, Glossy, 5 x 11 in.?
Horizontal lettering with generous margins. The uneven edge means anything running close to the border will look off-center on some pieces.
What are the press settings for the Rectangle Photo Slate, Glossy, 5 x 11 in.?
400 F for 5 to 8 minutes, medium pressure, face down, cool slowly.
Are the edges identical piece to piece?
No. The rough edge is natural and varies. Tell customers that in the listing so it reads as a feature rather than a defect.
Can I make money selling 5 x 11 slate family name signs?
Yes. At about $6.09 a blank, and with personalized photo slates listing for about $16 to $38 on Etsy, an example price of $24 turns a $121.80 case of 20 into $480.
Who should stock the narrow 5 x 11 slate?
Sign makers selling family names, house numbers and kitchen signs, since lettering is easier production than photo work.
Where can I buy rectangle photo slate blanks wholesale?
Photo USA: $121.80 per case of 20, about $6.09 each, one case minimum, shipping within 24 hours from Fremont, CA and Kentucky.
What is the latest I should order slate signs for Christmas?
Early November, to leave time to test, design and list before Black Friday, and by the end of November at the latest so signs ship before Christmas. Add one case to your cart and it typically ships within 24 hours.
Which slate signs sell best as holiday gifts?
Family name and housewarming signs. See our bulk Christmas gifts guide.
What family name sign designs sell on a 5 x 11 slate?
A surname with the established year, a house number with the street name, a kitchen sign with a family motto, and a welcome sign for the front entry.
Can real estate agents or teachers use 5 x 11 slate signs as gifts?
Yes. Realtors give closing gifts with the buyer's name and new address, students give teachers a classroom name sign, couples get a wedding date sign, and bar owners order a bar name sign.
Can I sell 5 x 11 slate signs as Friendsmas host gifts?
Yes. Friendsmas, holiday parties with friends, is growing, and personalized gifts for friends are one of this year's strongest gift trends. Try a friend group name sign with the year you met, a best friends house sign, and a host gift sign for the party. Order in early November, and before December at the latest.
It is a sign shape. Family names, house numbers, bar and kitchen signs. The proportion pushes buyers toward lettering rather than photography, which is easier work for you.
What does a case of the Rectangle Photo Slate, Glossy, 5 x 11 in. cost?
20 per case at $121.80, about $6.09 apiece, slightly cheaper than the large rectangle.
Glossy finish for the Rectangle Photo Slate, Glossy, 5 x 11 in.?
Yes, glossy coated face with a natural slate edge.
What artwork works best on the Rectangle Photo Slate, Glossy, 5 x 11 in.?
Horizontal lettering with generous margins. The uneven edge means anything running close to the border will look off-center on some pieces.
What are the press settings for the Rectangle Photo Slate, Glossy, 5 x 11 in.?
400 F for 5 to 8 minutes, medium pressure, face down, cool slowly.
Are the edges identical piece to piece?
No. The rough edge is natural and varies. Tell customers that in the listing so it reads as a feature rather than a defect.
Can I make money selling 5 x 11 slate family name signs?
Yes. At about $6.09 a blank, and with personalized photo slates listing for about $16 to $38 on Etsy, an example price of $24 turns a $121.80 case of 20 into $480.
Who should stock the narrow 5 x 11 slate?
Sign makers selling family names, house numbers and kitchen signs, since lettering is easier production than photo work.
Where can I buy rectangle photo slate blanks wholesale?
Photo USA: $121.80 per case of 20, about $6.09 each, one case minimum, shipping within 24 hours from Fremont, CA and Kentucky.
What is the latest I should order slate signs for Christmas?
Early November, to leave time to test, design and list before Black Friday, and by the end of November at the latest so signs ship before Christmas. Add one case to your cart and it typically ships within 24 hours.
Which slate signs sell best as holiday gifts?
Family name and housewarming signs. See our bulk Christmas gifts guide.
What family name sign designs sell on a 5 x 11 slate?
A surname with the established year, a house number with the street name, a kitchen sign with a family motto, and a welcome sign for the front entry.
Can real estate agents or teachers use 5 x 11 slate signs as gifts?
Yes. Realtors give closing gifts with the buyer's name and new address, students give teachers a classroom name sign, couples get a wedding date sign, and bar owners order a bar name sign.
Can I sell 5 x 11 slate signs as Friendsmas host gifts?
Yes. Friendsmas, holiday parties with friends, is growing, and personalized gifts for friends are one of this year's strongest gift trends. Try a friend group name sign with the year you met, a best friends house sign, and a host gift sign for the party. Order in early November, and before December at the latest.
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