What is a vinyl banner?
Answered by NameBadge.com · Updated August 2026
A vinyl banner is a large-format sign printed on flexible PVC vinyl, most commonly 13 oz scrim, a polyester-reinforced material that resists tearing. Banners are used for storefronts, events, trade shows, grand openings, and outdoor advertising.
A vinyl banner is a printed, flexible sign made from PVC vinyl. The workhorse material is 13 oz scrim vinyl, "scrim" is a polyester mesh laminated between vinyl layers that gives the banner its tear resistance while staying rollable and lightweight.
What are vinyl banners used for?
- Storefront and building signage
- Grand openings, sales, and seasonal promotions
- Trade shows, conferences, and event backdrops
- Sponsor, team, and step-and-repeat banners
- Outdoor advertising and directional messaging
Banners are printed at high resolution, so photos, logos, and brand colors reproduce cleanly across large sizes. Heavier weights (15-18 oz) and mesh vinyl are available for demanding or high-wind installs.
Design and order on our custom vinyl banner page. NameBadge.com prints large-format banners in the USA on an Epson SureColor S9170 11-color system, so color and detail hold up at full size. Standard turnaround is 5-7 business days, with 24-48 hour rush available.
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