A banner that looks large on your screen can feel surprisingly small once it’s hanging on a fence. Before ordering, consider three things: the space you have, where people will see it, and what you want it to say.
Here’s a simple way to choose a size for your business, school or next event.
Start with the space
Measure the usable width and height of the area where your banner will hang. Leave room for the ties or other attachments you’ll use, and check for anything that could block the design, such as landscaping or railings.
Write your measurements as width × height. Width comes first on our ordering page. A banner that is 6 feet wide and 3 feet high is different from one that is 3 feet wide and 6 feet high.
Three sizes to help you plan
These examples are starting points, rather than sizes that suit every location.
4 feet wide × 2 feet high
48 inches wide × 24 inches high
A useful size to consider for an indoor welcome sign, a registration-table backdrop or a small promotion. Keep the design focused on one main message, with smaller details that people can walk up to read. Measure your table or display area first to check the fit.
6 feet wide × 3 feet high
72 inches wide × 36 inches high
Consider this for a school event announcement or a business promotion on a wall or fence. It gives you room for a headline, a date and a short website address without needing a very tall display space.
8 feet wide × 4 feet high
96 inches wide × 48 inches high
A larger option for a fence display, business opening or event entrance where you have plenty of room. Use the extra space to make your main message larger, rather than filling it with more words.
What if your space is narrow?
A vertical banner can suit a narrow wall or a space between windows. Arrange the design from top to bottom, keeping your main message prominent.
You don’t have to choose one of the example sizes above. Our vinyl banners can be ordered in custom dimensions to fit your space.
Think about how far away people will be
Will someone walk right up to the banner, or see it from across a parking lot? The farther away your audience is, the larger your lettering should be and the fewer words you should use.
Strong contrast helps too. Dark lettering on a light background, or light lettering on a dark background, is generally easier to read than colors that blend together.
For example, an open-house banner could feature “Open House,” the date and a short call to action. The full schedule can stay on your website.
Picture the size before you order
If you’re unsure, mark the proposed dimensions on a suitable surface with removable tape or lay them out on the floor. Step back and look at the area they cover. This can give you a better sense of scale than looking at a small preview on your phone.
Check the details before checkout
Review your width, height, artwork and hanging options. Grommets provide attachment points, while welded edges reinforce the edges of the banner. Both are available at no extra charge.
Once you’ve measured your space and planned your message, visit our vinyl banner ordering page to choose your size and options.
