Shell Scheme Graphics
Transform your shell scheme with our recently updated Rapid Up Plus range of panels from £239 per linear metre (based on 1m width).
Shell Scheme Graphics from £239 per Linear Metre
Shell scheme graphics are printed panels that fit inside the basic aluminium framework provided by exhibition organisers, transforming a plain booth into a fully branded space. Expositionists’ Rapid Up Plus shell scheme range starts at £239 per linear metre — high-quality, perfectly-taut polyester prints on a rigid aluminium frame that’s reusable across multiple shows. No tools, no joins, no Foamex waste, and a fraction of the cost of a custom build.
Shell Scheme Stand Packages
THE RAPID UP PLUS
£239 per linear meter
Our Rapid Up Plus uses a high-quality, durable, graphics material, with the added benefit of a rigid aluminium frame, giving you a 100% perfectly taught graphic that can either be used on an aluminium shell scheme, on a traditional timber shell scheme or for that matter hung on any wall.
Unlike the more expensive Foamex boards, the Rapid-Up plus can be reused time and time again. So you stand gets to look good, with no joins and be environmentally friendly all for a cheaper price than Foamex boards. Look good and save money.
Rapid Up Plus vs Foamex vs Custom Build
| Factor | Rapid Up Plus | Foamex Boards | Custom Build |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | £239 per linear metre | ~£300 per linear metre | £199/sqm and up |
| Reusable? | Yes — multiple shows | Limited — often single-use | Yes with reconfiguration |
| Joins visible? | No — perfectly taut | Yes between boards | No |
| Setup time | Minutes — no tools | Tools required | Crew install |
| Environmental impact | Reused/recycled, zero landfill | Often disposed after one show | Designed for reuse |
| Best for | Shell scheme exhibitors who repeat shows | One-off shell scheme stands | Open booths, larger footprints |
Shell Scheme Graphics FAQs
A shell scheme is a basic exhibition stand framework provided by the show organiser, typically consisting of an aluminium frame with white panels, fascia board with your company name, and basic lighting. Shell schemes give exhibitors a uniform starting point that they then customise with their own graphics and branding. Shell scheme graphics like our Rapid Up Plus transform the plain panels into a fully branded space.
Rapid Up Plus shell scheme graphics from Expositionists start at £239 per linear metre (based on 1m panel width). Pricing scales with the size and configuration of your shell scheme. A typical 3m×2m shell scheme stand uses around 5–7 linear metres of graphics, costing approximately £1,200–£1,700. Larger shell schemes or 3-sided open layouts increase the linear metre count. Contact us for a tailored quote based on your show and stand size.
Rapid Up Plus uses a high-quality polyester print stretched on a rigid aluminium frame — reusable across multiple shows, perfectly taut with no visible joins, and cheaper per metre than Foamex. Foamex boards are foam-based panels that are often disposed of after one event, have visible joins between boards, and cost more per metre. For exhibitors who repeat shows, Rapid Up Plus delivers significantly better total cost of ownership and reduces waste.
Yes. The aluminium frame system can be hung on any wall or freestanding structure. We’ve supplied Rapid Up Plus for retail pop-ups, conference rooms, and event launches as well as exhibition shell schemes. The graphics are fully customisable to any width.
Setup takes minutes. The Rapid Up Plus aluminium frame assembles tool-free, and the polyester graphic stretches over the frame for a perfectly taut finish. Most shell scheme stands are fully set up by one or two people in 15–30 minutes. We can also provide installation as part of our service if you’d prefer hands-off delivery.
Standard lead time is 2–3 weeks from artwork sign-off, including print, frame manufacture, and delivery. We can accommodate rush orders in 7–10 days for urgent shows. We recommend booking 4 weeks ahead for peak season (September–November).
We supply shell scheme graphics to every major UK venue including ExCeL London, NEC Birmingham, Olympia, Manchester Central, ICC Birmingham, Business Design Centre, ACC Liverpool and beyond. We also deliver to European venues with cross-channel transport managed from our UK base.
About this page: Reviewed by the Expositionists design team — UK exhibition stand designers and builders with 30+ years of experience. Last updated May 2026.
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