Common sizes range from small poster formats (11" x 17" and 17" x 24") up to larger poster and wall sizes such as 24" x 36", 43.5" x 30.5", and 69.25" x 48".
Most maps are printed on paper; some editions are encapsulated with a heavy‑duty 1.6 mil laminate (paper + plastic) for added durability. Scratch‑off maps use a laminated scratch surface to protect the print while allowing the scratch-off layer to be removed.
Poster-sized maps are made to fit standard precut poster frames and are space-efficient for walls. Laminated maps are more rigid and can be framed without glass, allowing lighter, less expensive frames to be used.
Lamination using a heavy‑duty 1.6 mil film increases durability and helps prevent swelling or shrinking from humidity. Laminated maps resist wear and can be framed without glass, making them easier to handle and longer lasting.
Scratch‑off bundles typically include a scratch tool (often a guitar pick), stickers or memory stickers, a magnifier or magnifying strip, and a soft cloth for cleaning.
Maps include all 50 states with inset maps for the Hawaiian Islands and Alaska. Some maps also include an inset showing the relative size of Alaska.
