Tried + Tested
We have hundreds of clients and some better known brands who've bought from us direct are featured below.
You're in good hands!
Ah, we know the struggle is real. You've uploaded all your pics to your Takealot/ Marketplace Catalogue and they've rejected them all. EEEK! Grab this starter kit at a massively discounted price. NAIL it. Minimal time and effort. White backgrounds without hours of background removal or editing apps. Quality photos, even with a smartphone. View our other bundle starter kits here.
These are TWO plain white boards each plus 1x bracket set (a pair) to hold up your two boards and create a mini studio.
You'll need to select your size in the dropdown. We have Medium (600mm x 600mm) and Compact boards (600mm x 450mm) available in our Takealot bundle, as our bracket sets are made for these sizes. Decide on your size by reading more in our size guidelines here.
If you need our large boards, then head on over to our Plain White boards, and select Large 900mm x 600mm in the dropdown. But please note that our board brackets are not guaranteed to hold this size up. We also have white banners available for even larger size.
As updated in 2023, please visit this page for some technical guidelines. However, you should always consult with the latest information available to you from the Takealot marketplace for Seller requirements.
Further reading: Read our Blog post on "How to take great marketplace images".
This page was last updated: July 2023.
This page is to be viewed in context with our Takealot Seller Bundles, where we offer two plain white photography backdrops and a board bracket set at a discount price in order to help facilitate Takealot Sellers take compliant product pictures.
NB: We are in no way affiliated with the Takealot Marketplace nor acting as an agent. This page shows an excerpt from the Takealot seller Guidelines pertaining to image requirements and technical specifications. We recommend reading the full Seller Guideline document from the Takealot Marketplace Seller Portal once you have registered. This is correct at time of going to print, July 2023.
Technical Image Requirements |
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File format |
Only JPEG and PNG are acceptable image file types. PNGs may NOT have transparent backgrounds. |
Image size |
No shorter than 600px on any side No longer than 5000px on any side |
Resolution |
Minimum 72 DPI (to maintain the image clarity when zoomed) |
Aspect Ratio |
It is HIGHLY recommended that you submit images as close to a square aspect ratio as possible or in ratios of 4:3, 3:2,16:9, 5:3 and 5:4. |
Max file size |
10MB |
Colour mode |
sRGB |
Image frame |
85% - 95% of the frame needs to be filled out |
Primary Image Style Requirements |
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Objective |
Generally, all Primary Images should display the single unused product or bundle outside of its packaging. Lifestyle images (showing the item in use) must be used as Secondary Images. Exceptions and guided rules do exist in other sections of this policy to allow for: packaging next to the product, products that cannot be identified without packaging e.g.supplements, shampoo, products that can only be identified if shown in use e.g. tempered glass, car decals. It is important to review the guide for all exceptions. |
Background |
Solid white background only. Colour code: (RGB 255,255,255) or #ffffff |
Image Borders |
No borders are allowed on the Primary Image. |
Shadows & Reflections |
Only light, believable shadows or reflections are allowed. |
Image type |
Only photographs are permitted. NO CAD drawings, thumbnails or illustrations. |
Example of a Great Product Display Page
We charge a very low shipping rate of R85 for standard deliveries, with free shipping nationwide in South Africa for orders over R1500. Shipping costs are added to your basket total at checkout. We courier to all major cities within South Africa. For outlying areas, an additional shipping surcharge may apply.
We've also added an express option for R150 for delivery 1-4 working days from date of order. We start counting from the next working day after the date the order was placed. Please get in touch if your order is super urgent and we will advise.
Please note that during month-end and sales, we may take longer to ship. Please be patient.
Your item is flat-packed for delivery in protective packaging, or tube-rolled depending on your style board or banner chosen.
We conservatively allow 4 -7 business days for delivery of product, but will always try get your product to you sooner. We'll keep you in the loop at all times, as well as provide tracking numbers. In the unlikely event of delays out of our control, we will be sure to keep in touch as a courtesy.
Please note that we do not ship to postal boxes, only to physical addresses. Please be sure to enter your daytime physical address at checkout.
Returns Policy
In the unlikely case that a product be defective or damaged during transit, we accept returns and will replace the product. Please ensure you check the size of the product you order so that you understand what you are getting - all sizes are clearly stipulated on the product page.
Due to the on-demand printing of the products, we unfortunately do not offer refunds.
We're launching worldwide shipping in mid-2024. Please sign up to our newsletter to hear about it first or follow us on Instagram.
Not all sizes are available for each design. We suggest you shop by size first to see what designs are available. You can also visit a collection page (e.g. Texture) and use the filter function on the left hand side to sort through the various sizes (Compact, Medium, Large or Banners).
Yes, we also offer a collection service for items in stock (we are based in Irene in Centurion, Gauteng), please WhatsApp us on +27729855425 for more information before placing your order to ensure we have stock. Collection time can also take 4 - 7 days if your product/s need to be made to order. Collection is by appointment only, from a residential address and we reserve the right to refuse collections due security requirements in our estate.
We ship nationwide to all of South Africa to all major city centres, to your daytime physical address.
We ship Worldwide with DHL Express. Rates are calculated at checkout.
Yes, we have enabled DHL Express worldwide shipping rates at checkout. Simply select your country from the drop-down and complete your address field.
We may experience teething problems with this functionality as it's a brand new feature - Please email info@flatlaystudio.co.za if you run into any trouble.
Tried + Tested
We have hundreds of clients and some better known brands who've bought from us direct are featured below.
You're in good hands!