Banners & Large Format

What is a vinyl banner? A vinyl banner is a large-format sign printed on flexible PVC vinyl, most commonly 13 oz scrim, a polyester-reinforced material th... What banner materials and finishing options are there? Common banner materials are 13 oz scrim vinyl (standard), heavier 15-18 oz vinyl, and mesh vinyl for wind. Finishing options inclu... Indoor vs. outdoor signs and banners: what changes? Outdoor signs and banners need UV-stable inks, weather-resistant substrates, and wind-aware finishing (mesh, wind slits, heavier v... What are office and door name signs? Office and door signs identify rooms and people, name plates, room numbers, and wayfinding signs. Many use slide-in or insert hold... What DPI or resolution do banner files need? Vinyl banner artwork should be built at 100 DPI at full print size for close-viewed banners. Because banners are seen from a dista... How far apart should banner grommets be? Place banner grommets in all four corners, then space additional grommets every 2 to 3 feet (24 to 36 inches) along every edge. Fo... What are the standard vinyl banner sizes? The most common standard vinyl banner sizes are 2 ft by 4 ft, 3 ft by 6 ft, 4 ft by 8 ft, and 5 ft by 10 ft. The 3 ft by 6 ft (36... What does 13 oz vinyl mean and is it enough? 13 oz vinyl is scrim banner material weighing 13 ounces per square yard, reinforced with a woven polyester scrim for tear resistan... How do I set up a print-ready banner file? A print-ready banner file is built at full size in CMYK at 100 DPI, with bleed extended past the trim edge, all important text kep... Mesh vs. solid vinyl banner: which is better for wind and outdoors? A mesh banner is perforated so wind passes through the open weave, reducing wind load and the risk of tearing, which makes it the...