Chalkboards for Sale in South Africa

Shop Chalkboards in South Africa from Bestboard – Locally Manufactured Blackboards Delivered Nationwide Since 1996

Shop Chalkboards in South Africa from Bestboard — also known as blackboards, our chalkboards are manufactured locally and delivered nationwide direct from the manufacturer since 1996. Whether you need a wall-mounted chalkboard for a school classroom, a magnetic blackboard for a training centre, a menu board for a restaurant or café, or a community board for a church or hall, our range covers every application. Choose from magnetic and non-magnetic options in standard and custom sizes, with durable aluminium frames built for daily use. Our chalkboards are delivered nationwide to Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban and across South Africa, with free delivery on orders over R950.

Direct from manufacturer • Custom sizes available • Fast nationwide delivery. Trading Since 1996 | Local Manufacturing | Free Delivery in SA for Orders Over R950 | Custom Sizes Available.

Our most popular chalkboard sizes include:

  • 900mm x 1200mm – ideal for smaller classrooms, home offices and café menu boards.
  • 1200mm x 2000mm – a versatile mid-size for training rooms and church halls.
  • 1200mm x 2400mm – a large teaching wall board for standard South African classrooms.
  • 1200mm x 3000mm and custom sizes – for large halls, lecture theatres and bulk school orders.

Explore Our Chalkboard Collections

  • Magnetic Chalkboard Collection – Use magnets alongside chalk to pin up notes, printed menus or documents directly on the board surface. Available in 14 sizes from 450mm x 600mm to 1200mm x 3000mm.
  • Non-Magnetic Chalkboard Collection – A more affordable option where a pure chalk writing surface is all you need. Available in 13 sizes from 450mm x 600mm to 1200mm x 2400mm.
  • Chalk Hinge Boards – A 3-panel wall-mounted chalkboard system with two swing-out wing panels that double your writing surface when needed and fold flat against the wall when not in use. Available in magnetic and non-magnetic options across 4 sizes, with optional lines and squares.
  • Chalk Swing Leaf Boards – A 7-surface wall-mounted chalkboard system that expands to nearly 10 metres of chalk writing surface — designed for schools and training facilities where writing sessions run long and stopping to erase breaks momentum. Available in magnetic and non-magnetic options across 4 sizes.
  • School Chalkboard Collection – Large format blackboards designed for South African classrooms, available in bulk for schools and institutions. Custom sizes manufactured to fit your specific wall dimensions.

Not sure whether a chalkboard or whiteboard is right for your space? Read our guide: Chalkboard vs Blackboard — is there really a difference? Or view our full range of whiteboards for offices and classrooms.

Chalkboards for Sale in South Africa

How to choose the right chalkboard

Use
Wall-mounted chalkboards are perfect for classrooms and offices, while mobile, hinge and A-frame sandwich boards work best in training rooms, halls and restaurants.

Size
For small offices and menu boards, 600mm x 900mm is usually enough. Standard classrooms typically use 900mm x 1200mm or 1200mm x 2000mm, while large classrooms and halls need 1200mm x 2400mm or bigger.

Magnetic or non-magnetic
Choose magnetic chalkboards if you need to pin up notices and teaching aids with magnets. Non-magnetic boards are more affordable and ideal when you only need a writing surface.

Chalkboard FAQs

What is the best chalkboard size for a classroom?
Most South African classrooms use chalkboards from 900mm x 1200mm up to 1200mm x 2400mm, depending on wall space and class size. Larger boards like 1200mm x 3000mm suit lecture theatres and hall spaces where learners at the back need to see clearly. Custom sizes are also available for non-standard walls.

What is the difference between magnetic and non-magnetic chalkboards?
Magnetic chalkboards have a steel backing so you can use magnets to hold up notices, printed sheets and teaching aids alongside your chalk writing. Non-magnetic boards are a more affordable option and are ideal for classrooms, restaurants and any space where a pure chalk writing surface is all you need.

Can you make custom size chalkboards?
Yes, we manufacture custom size chalkboards in South Africa from our Johannesburg facility. Contact us with your wall measurements and we will recommend the best size and provide a quote.

Do you supply chalkboards for schools in bulk?
Yes. We supply schools, government institutions and training centres across South Africa with bulk orders. Custom sizes are available and we can manufacture boards to fit your specific wall dimensions. Contact us for a bulk quote.

Do you supply chalkboards for restaurants and cafés?
Yes — we supply wall-mounted boards, mobile boards and A-frame sandwich chalkboards for menus, specials and promotions in restaurants and cafés across South Africa. Magnetic models also let you pin printed inserts alongside your chalk writing.