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Custom Vinyl Banners: Order Full-Color Prints for Business, Events & Outdoor Signage

Order custom vinyl banners for retail and business signage, trade shows and events, and outdoor advertising. From trade show and in-store displays to parades and community gatherings, full-color prints help your message read fast at a distance.

Printed in the USA on 13 oz, 18 oz, mesh, fabric, or adhesive materials with finishing options like hems, grommets, reinforced edges, and pole pockets.

Every order is reviewed by in-house graphic designers and production specialists. If your files or layout need adjustment before printing, we’ll reach out so your custom banner meets our standards.

Customize and check out in minutes: sizes from 1’×1’ to 8’×50’, design in our online designer or upload your art, then choose finishing and production time for an arrival date that fits your install. Questions? Our U.S.-based support team can help before you place your order.

Shipping note: custom vinyl banners larger than 8’ in both dimensions ship folded. Need your banner shipped flat? Contact us for a freight quote.

Ready to order or need a custom quote?

Call (320) 391-5300 and we’ll walk through materials, finishing, and timelines.

Have a unique size, bulk run, or special install? Request a custom quote and we’ll tailor the order to your project.

Custom Vinyl Banner Materials: Choose Matte, Gloss, Heavy-Duty, Mesh, Fabric & Adhesive

Select a material for your custom vinyl banner based on where it will hang—indoor retail, trade shows, outdoor signage, or windy exteriors. Every option is printed on large-format equipment for sharp, full-color graphics and is manufactured in the USA.

Size variance: Vinyl expands and contracts with heat during printing, finishing, and outdoor conditions. Finished sizes may vary by up to 1/2 inch per linear foot (for example, a 5′ banner may finish within about 2.5″). Need exact dimensions for a frame or hardware? Ask customer service before you order.

13 oz Matte Vinyl Banners

Our most popular custom vinyl banner stock: 13 oz matte vinyl with a soft, low-glare surface and rich color—ideal for storefronts, indoor displays, and outdoor use where readability matters in bright light.

13 oz Gloss Vinyl Banners

13 oz gloss vinyl adds extra pop: a high-shine face that makes logos and photos look crisp—great for promotions, events, and retail windows when you want maximum color impact.

18 oz Vinyl Banners

Heavy-duty 18 oz vinyl with a matte look and blockout layer—our toughest banner material for long-run outdoor installs, high-traffic areas, and jobs that need extra tear and abrasion resistance.

Mesh Banners

Mesh banner material (8 oz PVC polyester) with open weave for airflow—best for fences, building wraps, and breezy locations where solid vinyl would catch wind.

Fabric Banners

Premium Banner Soft (nylon/polyester blend) for a soft, upscale drape—choose fabric banners for indoor backdrops, stage graphics, and environments where glare-free viewing matters.

Adhesive Banners

Standard tack vinyl: removable-style adhesive for smooth surfaces; outdoor life about 3–5 years when installed and cared for properly.

Extreme tack vinyl: high-tack adhesive for low-energy surfaces where standard adhesives may fail—use when you need a stronger bond (always test your surface if unsure).

Vinyl Banner Finishing: Hems, Grommets, Reinforced Edges & Pole Pockets

Choose finishing that matches your install

Hems & Grommets Reinforced Hems Reinforced Corners Pole Pockets
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1″ fold, heat-welded hem with grommets spaced about every 2–4 feet—standard hanging for most custom vinyl banners. PVC-coated webbing heat-welded around the perimeter for extra tear resistance on large outdoor banners and high-stress installs. Corner vinyl patches plus grommets in each corner to reinforce high-load points on big banners and windy placements. Folded sleeves for poles or rods—clean mounting for backdrop stands, street poles, and frameless displays.

Heat-welded hems & grommets

Hems fold 1″ of material and heat-seal it for a strong edge. We recommend hems on most vinyl banner orders to reduce edge stress during install and takedown.

Pick the hem layout that matches your hardware:

Top & bottom hems only – Common default for wide banners hung horizontally with cable or rope. All four sides – Heat-welded hems and grommets on every edge when you need perimeter tie-downs or multi-point mounting.
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Pole pockets

2″, 3″, or 4″ pockets wrap the top, bottom, or sides so a pole or rod slides through—no grommets needed through the pocket area.

  • 2″ pole pockets – fits poles up to 3/4″ diameter
  • 3″ pole pockets – fits poles up to 1 1/4″ diameter
  • 4″ pole pockets – fits poles up to 1 1/2″ diameter

Pole pockets do not increase the finished banner size you order.

Not compatible with reinforced hems or reinforced corners.

Reinforced corners

Extra vinyl at each corner with grommets—helps prevent corner tears on large banners and rope-through installs.

Reinforced hems

Webbing bonded into the hem for maximum edge strength—best for oversized outdoor banners and repeated seasonal installs.

Cannot be combined with pole pockets.

Double-sided banner finishing

Double-sided banners can be finished up to 150 sq ft. Larger sizes need a custom quote.

See full details on our vinyl banner finishing options page.

We do not recommend wind slits. Learn why on our wind slit banners page.

Artwork Specs for Custom Vinyl Banners: Print-Ready Files, Proofs & Color Matching

Print-ready artwork guidelines

For the cleanest output on custom vinyl banner printing, submit vector art as .EPS with fonts converted to outlines. We also accept high-resolution PDF or JPG files when images and type are embedded at sufficient quality. Not sure your file is print-ready? Our prepress team can review and advise before production.

Artwork & order proofs

Request an order proof to confirm artwork, size, finishing, pricing, and ship-to details before we print. Your proof includes a low-resolution preview plus an order summary (including billing/shipping). Production starts after you approve—if you request a proof, we hold the job until we receive your approval.

Color Match Proof System

For color-critical brand work, add our Color Match Proof System to align output to your targets. Contact customer service to discuss your project and the best proofing path for your vinyl banner order.

Vinyl Banner Production Times: 1–5 Business Day Turnaround Options

Choose your production speed at checkout

Select how fast we manufacture your custom vinyl banner order—1 to 5 business days (production time only). Pick the option that matches your event date or install window; total arrival time also depends on the shipping method you choose.

  • Orders approved after 5:00 PM CST start the following business day.
  • Same-day or emergency rushes may be available—call customer service to confirm.
  • Delivery = production time + shipping time.
  • Turnaround begins after upload is complete and after proof approval when a proof is requested.

1 business day — Priority

Fastest production for tight deadlines—choose Priority when you need your banners moving through the shop on the next available production day.

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2 business days — Express

Still urgent, but not same-week critical? Express balances speed and schedule flexibility for most rush vinyl banner orders.

2 Business Day Express Infographic3 business days — Standard (most popular)

Our most-selected turnaround for everyday events and retail installs—fast production with a little more scheduling room.

3 Business Day Standard Infographic5 business days — Saver

Lowest production cost when your in-hand date is flexible—best for planned promotions and reorder stock.

5 Business Day Saver

Payment Options for Custom Vinyl Banner Orders

Pay before production starts

Your custom vinyl banner order must be paid in full before we print. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. We also accept checks; your check must arrive and clear before production begins. How to pay by check for online orders

Card charges after approval: If you pay by card, we do not charge your card until you approve your order (and your proof, if you requested one).

Shipping for Custom Vinyl Banners: Carriers, Tracking & Delivery

If you have any questions about shipping, please contact customer service at (320) 391-5300 prior to ordering. Unless otherwise specified at the time of ordering, your order will be shipped via UPS Ground. We offer a 1–3 day ground shipment to 90% of the United States.

You will receive a tracking number once your package has been shipped.

Shipping prices are determined by the weight and destination of the package. Additional shipping charges apply to large orders.

After products have been shipped, all shipping company terms and conditions apply for lost or delayed packages. We will not refund the banner cost if UPS or any other shipping company has a delay in your package.

Delays due to natural disasters or anything beyond our control will not result in shipping refunds. If the product is damaged in shipping, the damaged goods must be returned, and then a replacement product will be sent.

Lost packages will be replaced after the shipping company confirms loss. This generally takes 7–10 business days after the initial scheduled delivery.

International Shipping Notes:

For international shipments, customers must provide both shipping labels and customs documentation. Currently, we only accept international shipping labels from USPS and UPS.

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Vinyl Banners & Mesh Banners

This product is produced in our Minnesota or Las Vegas facilities, whichever is more beneficial based on customer location and product specifications.

Fabric Banners

This product is made in our Minnesota facility only.

Shipping Methods

We offer the following shipping methods:

Standard (3–5 Business Days)
Three Day (3 Business Days)
Two Day (2 Business Days)
Overnight (1 Business Day)
UPS Overnight AM

Economy Shipping

If choosing economy shipping, please add additional postal information such as P.O. Box in the "Address Two" field on the checkout page to help ensure delivery.

Using economy shipping can also add an additional 5–10 days depending on destination.

Popular Uses for Custom Vinyl Banners

Planning a sale, booth, or outdoor install? Browse common ways customers use custom vinyl banners—then pick a size, material, and finishing in the product options above.

Business & retail

  • Grand opening & rebranding signage
  • Storefront & window promotions
  • Seasonal sales & clearance events

Events & trade shows

  • Trade show booth backdrops & headers
  • Sponsor & step-and-repeat banners
  • Conference & registration signage

Outdoor & public spaces

  • Festivals, fairs & parades
  • Street-pole & fence banners
  • Parks, arenas & community events

Construction & real estate

  • Jobsite branding & safety messaging
  • Coming soon & leasing announcements
  • Open house & listing visibility

Schools & education

  • Graduation & awards ceremonies
  • Athletics & booster club signage
  • Fundraisers & campus events

Sports & athletics

  • Tournaments & playoffs
  • Game day & concession signage
  • Field, court & stadium advertising

Nonprofit, government & community

  • Donation drives & charity events
  • Public awareness campaigns
  • Campaign & ballot information

Personal celebrations

  • Birthday & milestone parties
  • Wedding welcome & directional signs
  • Family reunions & anniversaries

Hospitality & food service

  • Restaurant openings & rebrands
  • Seasonal menu & patio promos
  • Daily specials & drive-thru messaging

Order custom vinyl banners for storefronts, events, job sites, and outdoor promotions. Choose your size, material, and finishing, then upload artwork or design online.

Printed in the USA on 13 oz, 18 oz, mesh, fabric, or adhesive materials with finishing options like hems, grommets, reinforced edges, and pole pockets.

Popular uses

  • Business promotions and grand openings
  • Trade shows and event signage
  • Construction and real estate banners
  • Indoor and outdoor advertising

Ready to order? Configure your banner below and choose your production speed.

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More About School Banners

 

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Nothing says “School Spirit!” like a vivid custom banner adorned with school colors and an image of your adorable, approachable, yet rowdy mascot. Rouse the crowd at game time with a fight song on your banner or create a beautiful backdrop for the Fall Orchestra concert.

Whether you need additional signage to guide parents to school registration, advertise a band fundraiser or an athletic event, we offer dozens of free templates to get you started on an eye-catching banner.

These custom vinyl banners are digitally printed in full color on sturdy, yet stunning 13 oz vinyl material The banner is then reinforced with woven fibers for maximum strength. Vinyl is so incredibly versatile that it looks excellent both indoors and outdoors. So go ahead and use your custom banner in a field house or weight room, or hang it outside to celebrate the end or beginning of the school year! We also offer custom flag printing and custom yard signs perfect for schools and universities.

Begin creating your custom school banner by selecting your design option:

  • Select the size & quantity of banners from the drop down menus.
  • Choose your finishing options
    • The reinforced hems & corners can't be selected with pole pockets
  • Choose your Design Method
    • Pick a Template to Customize
    • Upload a File
    • Work with a Graphic Designer
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What material are school banners made of?

You can get your school banner on 13 oz. vinyl, 18 oz vinyl, mesh, or fabric material.

How big can my high school banners be?

Our custom banners can be as large as 16’ x 50’. We got you covered for everything, from concerts, events, billboards, you name it!

Can I get help designing my back to school banner?

Yes! Contact a customer service representative and one of our friendly reps will reach out to assist you.

How do I remove wrinkles from my banner?

After receiving your vinyl banner, you may notice it has some creases or wrinkles. This is due to it being rolled up and stored for shipping. If you wish to get rid of these unsightly wrinkles from your custom vinyl banner, we recommend two options.

 

The first and least hands-on approach is to simply unroll your vinyl banners and place them in the hot sun for a few hours and the wrinkles should come out.

 

The second option is using a clothing steamer with a refillable water tank. Simply just use the steamer much like you would with a piece of clothing and this steamer should take the wrinkles right out!


For more information, check out our YouTube video on how to remove wrinkles from your banner.

What can I use my banner for?

  • High school graduation banners
  • Choir/ band concert banners
  • Back to school banner
  • Sports team banners
  • Tryouts banners
  • Fundraiser banners
  • School song banner

 

Why Choose Banners.com?

Customer Service

Our customer service is 100% in-house and comprised of friendly, professional graphic designers.

Fast Turnaround

Choose between a 1, 2, 3, or 5 day production time to complete your order on your schedule.

 

Quality Products

Our products are made with the finest materials available and printed using the latest technology.

Live Order Tracking

Track your order, every step of the way, with our proprietary Live Order Tracking system.