5 Creative Ways Offices Use Felt & Cork Boards in South Africa
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Why Felt & Cork Boards Still Matter in Modern Offices
In today’s hybrid work environment, offices in South Africa are searching for tools that keep teams connected, organised, and inspired. While digital platforms dominate, tactile boards like felt and cork still provide unmatched flexibility — helping teams brainstorm, plan, and personalise shared spaces.
Below, we’ll explore five creative, practical ways South African offices are putting felt and cork boards to use - plus a few product bundles to make setup simple.
1. Team Sprint & Planning Walls
Agile teams thrive on visual planning. A large felt board makes sprint cycles and project timelines visible to everyone. Pin tasks with colour-coded labels, move them easily, and track progress at a glance.
Recommended product: Felt Board 1200×1800mm with aluminium frame.
Accessories: Push pins, colour labels, sticky notes.
2. Hot-Desking Reservation Boards
Hybrid offices often use hot desks. A cork board set near the entrance can act as a quick desk reservation system. Staff pin their names or magnetic labels to show who’s sitting where.
Recommended product: Cork Board 1000×1200mm.
Accessories: Magnetic name tags, pins.
3. Onboarding & New-Hire Noticeboards
Welcoming new employees is easier with a dedicated felt board showcasing their profiles, fun facts, and team introductions. It doubles as a central communication space for HR updates.
Recommended product: Felt Board 900×1200mm with reinforced frame.
Accessories: Printed name cards, decorative pins.
4. Acoustic Pinboards for Open-Plan Offices
Noise is a challenge in many modern offices. Large felt pinboards absorb sound while doubling as stylish planning or inspiration boards. Place them strategically to reduce echo.
Recommended product: Felt Board 1500×1200mm (wall-mounted or free-standing).
Accessories: Acoustic fabric finishes, coloured push pins.
5. Rotating Inspiration & Gallery Boards
Keep staff motivated with a rotating inspiration wall. Use a cork board to display team achievements, artwork, or monthly goals. Rotate content regularly to keep it fresh and engaging.
Recommended product: Cork Board 1000×1500mm.
Accessories: Decorative pins, printed posters.
Choosing the Right Size & Mounting Tips
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Measure your available wall space before ordering.
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Leave at least 5-10cm clearance around the frame for easy mounting.
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For heavy use, reinforced aluminium frames with strong corner fittings.
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Combine multiple boards for a wall-to-wall planning space.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I customise the size of my felt or cork board?
Yes - BestBoard offers custom sizes on request to fit your wall space.
Q: Do you deliver across South Africa?
Absolutely. We deliver nationwide, from Cape Town to Durban to Johannesburg.
Q: Do you deliver fro free across South Africa?
Yes we do, All orders above R750 get free nationwide delivery.
Q: What’s the difference between felt and cork boards?
Felt boards are fabric-covered and available in multiple colours, while cork boards have a natural look and are ideal for pinning paper notices.
Q: Are the boards easy to mount?
Yes - each board includes mounting brackets, screws, and instructions.
Q: Do the boards help with sound absorption?
Yes - larger felt boards especially help reduce echo in open offices.
Next Steps
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Written by Jo - Factory Manager, BestBoard
BestBoard manufactures high-quality whiteboards, felt boards, cork boards and chalkboards in South Africa. We deliver nationwide and offer custom solutions for offices and schools.