Custom printed banners are great for communicating your client’s message in a big way. You can normally find them hung on walls, suspended from poles, or displayed in frames or stands.
There are many other ways of using banners and It’s time to think outside the box and be inspired. There are many other creative ways of using banners that are often overlooked and here are 5:
1. Tablecloths and Table Runners
Big banners can cover an entire table while smaller ones can run along the table for a unique, customized table runner. This helps you save space at trade shows, conventions, and markets while still showcasing your brand.
Tip: Table sizes vary, so you should be prepared to print a variety of sizes for your banners, including custom sizes.
2. Room Dividers and Partitions
Banners are an affordable way to temporarily divide a large area into smaller ones. Unlike bulky traditional dividers and partitions, banners are easy to transport to the venue and store when not in use. You may even want the name of the activity printed on the banner itself so that participants know where to go.
Tip: Add grommets or pole pockets to banners so that you can hang them. That way, the banner partitions won’t take up extra floor space at the event.
3. Signed Cards
If you are planning to hold a business anniversary celebration, retirement party, or some other event that involves getting a lot of people to sign a card, why not skip the small folded card stock and go big? A great idea is to print a solid colored banner and have guests sign with permanent markers. At the end of the event, you can roll it up and give it to a special recipient.
Tip: Always test the banner material first to see if the marker ink stays on. If you’re buying from an print supplier, ask for samples
4. Cover-Ups
Why look at a disorganized pile of work when you can look at a beautiful banner instead? You can hide the messier parts of your business behind large banners. Most types, such as vinyl and mesh, are suitable for indoor and outdoor use, which is why many construction companies will hide the unsightly work-in-progress behind branded banners.
Tip: Grommets are a must if your client plans to attach these banners to a fence or wrap them around a pile of inventory.
5. Backgrounds
Next time you are filming a video or doing a photo shoot, make sure you have the right background. Print beautiful scenery on banners to instantly create a more appealing background, or print your name and logo so that your branding is always visible and stands out. These are especially useful during elections when candidates want lots of media coverage.
Tip: Go for a matte finish instead of a glossy one. The matte surface reduces glare so that the artwork is easier to see, even under harsh lighting from filming or flash photography.
There are so many different ways to use banners, so don’t be confined to just their most typical uses. If you require any banners printed or ideas on what to print, contact us and we will be more than happy to help!
