Fabric Banners Information
Choose the Right Fabric Banner
Our range includes three specialist fabric banner options. Each offers different properties, so the best choice depends on where the banner will be displayed, the surrounding light, and whether the design needs to be visible from one or both directions.
| Fabric banner | Main features | Recommended uses |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric Blockout Banner | 240gsm polyester with a black resin backing that prevents light showing through | Windows, illuminated areas, retail displays, exhibitions and stage backdrops |
| Satin Fabric Banner | Lightweight 140gsm polyester satin with a smooth, shimmering appearance | Events, theatres, drapes, photography, luxury displays and stage graphics |
| Double-Sided Fabric Banner | Full-colour graphics on both sides with an internal blockout layer | Exhibitions, suspended displays, retail areas and locations viewed from two directions |
Select a product above to view its complete specification, current price and available finishing options.
Custom Fabric Banners Printed from Your Artwork
We print our custom fabric banners in full colour from your supplied design. They can feature company branding, photographs, promotional messages, event graphics or other artwork.
We use dye-sublimation printing on compatible polyester materials to create detailed, vibrant graphics. The process transfers the colour into the fabric fibres, helping the finished banner retain the material’s texture and flexibility.
We review every submitted artwork file before production. We check that the dimensions, resolution, and file format suit the selected product, and we’ll contact you if we find an issue.
Benefits of Printed Cloth Banners
Printed fabric and cloth banners offer several practical benefits:
- Lightweight: Fabric is convenient to handle and suitable for large-format displays.
- Foldable: Many fabric banners fold for easier transport and storage.
- Low glare: Selected materials provide a softer, less reflective appearance than conventional vinyl.
- Custom-sized: Enter your required dimensions on the individual product page.
- Full-colour printing: Suitable for logos, photographs, detailed artwork and branded graphics.
- Professional finishing: Choose from the finishing options available for the selected material.
The precise characteristics vary between satin, blockout and double-sided materials. Always check the individual product specification before ordering.
Blockout Fabric Banners
A fabric blockout banner is designed for locations where light or existing graphics behind the display could affect its appearance. The black resin backing prevents light from showing through the printed face, helping colours and details remain clear.
This 240gsm single-sided polyester material suits indoor and outdoor displays. It is particularly useful in windows, against illuminated backgrounds, over existing graphics and in exhibition or retail environments.
Available finishes include hems, eyelets, and pole pockets. Larger banners may require joined panels, depending on their dimensions.
Satin Fabric Banners
Our satin fabric banners are made from lightweight 140gsm polyester satin. The smooth material has a shimmering finish that gives graphics a rich and decorative appearance.
Satin is commonly selected for theatres, stage backdrops, photography, events, drapes, weddings and premium indoor displays. It can be folded for storage and finished with hems, eyelets, pole pockets or a trimmed edge.
Because satin reflects light differently from matt banner fabrics, consider the display lighting when choosing this material.
Double-Sided Fabric Banners
A double-sided fabric banner displays full-colour graphics in both directions. The two printed faces can carry the same artwork or different designs, while an internal black layer prevents one image showing through the other.
Double-sided banners are ideal for suspended displays, shopping areas, exhibitions and other open locations where visitors approach from more than one direction.
These banners can be made to custom dimensions with finishing options including hems, eyelets and pole pockets.
Custom Sizes and Finishing Options
Enter the required width, height and quantity on the relevant product page to calculate the current price. Available finishing options vary by material and may include:
- Stitched hems and eyelets
- Hems without eyelets
- Custom-sized pole pockets
- Trimmed edges
- Specialist finishing by request
Artwork for banners with pole pockets must include sufficient clear space so important text and logos do not fall within the pocket area.
If you have an unusual installation or are uncertain which finish to select, add instructions when ordering or contact us for advice.
Fabric Banner Artwork
We generally prefer high-resolution PDF or vector artwork. Prepare your file at the correct size or an agreed scale, keeping important content away from hems, eyelets, pole pockets, and other finishing areas.
Please consult the artwork information on your chosen product page before preparing the design. Requirements can differ between banner materials.
If you cannot supply print-ready artwork, you can select design assistance where available. You can also supply multiple designs when ordering several banners, subject to the options shown on the product page.
Indoor and Outdoor Fabric Banners
Fabric banners are widely used for exhibitions, events, retail displays, hospitality venues, theatres, sporting events and promotional installations.
Some materials in this category are suitable for outdoor use. However, suitability depends on the selected fabric, finishing method, installation, and expected weather exposure. Check the relevant product specification and ensure outdoor banners are securely installed.
Clean and dry the fabric before folding or packing it for storage.
Fabric Banners and Fabric Printing
This category is dedicated to blockout, satin and double-sided printed cloth banners. Banner World also produces flags, band backdrops, exhibition graphics, café barrier panels, windbreaks, tablecloths and other printed textile products.
Visit our broader fabric printing service to explore the complete range of custom-printed fabrics and soft signage.
Ordering Custom Fabric Banners
Choose the most suitable banner material, enter your required dimensions and select the available finishing and artwork options. The calculator will display the current product price based on your selections.
Before production, our team checks the supplied files against the order details. If anything appears incorrect or requires clarification, we will contact you.
More information about artwork, turnaround and delivery is available on each product page and in our ordering process guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best material for a fabric banner?
Choose blockout fabric when light must not show through, satin when you want a smooth and decorative appearance, or double-sided fabric when the design needs to be visible from both directions.
Can fabric banners be made to a custom size?
Yes. Enter your required dimensions on the relevant product page. Very large banners may be constructed from carefully joined printed panels.
Can I use a fabric banner outdoors?
Selected fabric banner materials are suitable for outdoor use. Check the specification for the individual product and choose finishing appropriate for the installation and expected weather exposure.
What finishing options are available?
Options vary by product but may include stitched hems, eyelets, pole pockets and trimmed edges. Specialist finishing is available where possible.
What is the difference between blockout and double-sided fabric?
Blockout fabric carries a single printed face with a black backing that stops light from showing through. A double-sided banner has two printed faces separated by a blockout layer, so graphics can be viewed from both sides.
Can fabric banners be folded for storage?
Many fabric banners can be folded for transport and storage. Ensure the material is clean and dry before packing it away, and follow any care instructions shown on the individual product page.