What banner materials and finishing options are there?
Answered by NameBadge.com · Updated August 2026
Common banner materials are 13 oz scrim vinyl (standard), heavier 15-18 oz vinyl, and mesh vinyl for wind. Finishing options include hemmed edges, grommets, pole pockets, reinforced webbing, and wind slits, chosen by how and where the banner hangs.
Choosing a banner is really two decisions: the material and the finishing.
Materials
- 13 oz scrim vinyl, the standard all-purpose banner; durable, lightweight, indoor or outdoor.
- 15-18 oz vinyl, heavier and more rugged for long-term outdoor use.
- Mesh vinyl, perforated so wind passes through; ideal for fences and large building wraps in windy areas.
Finishing options
- Hemmed edges: the perimeter is folded and welded for a stronger edge that resists fraying.
- Grommets: reinforced metal rings (typically every 24-36") for hanging with rope, zip ties, or bungees.
- Pole pockets: sewn sleeves at top/bottom (or sides) to slide the banner onto poles or rods.
- Reinforced webbing: a nylon strap sewn into the hem for extra pull strength on big banners.
- Wind slits: half-moon cuts that let gusts pass through solid vinyl, reducing sail effect outdoors.
As a rule: hems + grommets for most hanging jobs, pole pockets for pole/hardware displays, and mesh or wind slits for windy outdoor sites. Start a build on our banner page. NameBadge.com finishes banners in-house in the USA on a Kongsberg X24 CNC cutter for clean, precise edges.
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