How to Hang a PVC Banner
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Every PVC banner we make is hemmed and finished with eyelets, so hanging one is simple. Tie through every eyelet with cable ties or bungee cords, pull the banner evenly tight, and check it again after windy weather. A banner that is taut and fixed at every eyelet hangs flatter and flaps less. Banners need no specialist fitting.
Before You Start
- Check the size. Measure the fence, railing or wall, then compare it with the banner. Our guide to PVC banner sizes lists every preset in mm.
- Choose where it goes. Pick a fixing point that is firm and takes the pull of the banner, such as a sturdy fence or railing.
- Ask first. Check with the owner of the fence, railing or building before you fix anything to it.
- Lay it out. Unroll the banner and let it flatten for a few minutes before you hang it, and check you have the right way up.
Hanging It Step by Step
- Start at one top corner. Tie that eyelet to your fixing point with a cable tie or bungee cord.
- Move to the opposite top corner and tie it off, pulling gently so the top edge runs straight.
- Tie the bottom corners in the same way.
- Work along the top and bottom edges and tie through every eyelet, not just the corners. Fixing every eyelet spreads the pull evenly and stops the banner sagging between ties.
- Stand back and check that the banner is flat and the edges are straight, then trim any long cable tie ends.
Bungee cords give a little spring and are easy to adjust. Cable ties hold firm and are quick to fit. Use whichever suits your fixing point.
Fences, Railings, Scaffold and Walls
- Fences and railings: the easiest place for a banner. Tie each eyelet to the fence or railing along the top and bottom edges. A double-sided banner is worth considering if the railing is seen from both sides.
- Scaffold: banners can be tied to scaffold poles in the same way. Scaffold is often windy and exposed, so a mesh banner is the better choice there. Mesh banners are quoted, so send the details on our quote page.
- Walls: a flat wall has nothing to tie to, so use hooks or a frame to take the eyelets. Fix the hooks or frame first, then hang the banner on it and keep it pulled tight.
Whichever you choose, aim for even tension on all four sides.
Keeping It Taut
A loose banner flaps, catches the wind and wears faster. Tie every eyelet, pull the banner just tight enough to remove the creases, and avoid pulling so hard that you distort the corners.
After a windy spell, take a minute to check every tie and tighten any that have worked loose. For a banner that will stay up for weeks, it is worth a quick check every so often.
Common Questions
How do I attach a PVC banner to a fence?
Tie through every eyelet along the top and bottom edges with cable ties or bungee cords, pulling gently so the banner stays flat and evenly tight.
Can I hang a PVC banner on a wall?
Yes. A wall has nothing to tie to, so use hooks or a frame to take the eyelets, then hang the banner and keep it taut.
How do I stop my banner flapping?
Tie through every eyelet, not just the corners, and keep the banner evenly tight. After windy weather, check the ties. For windy or exposed sites such as scaffolding, a mesh banner is a better choice and is available to quote.
Should I choose a double-sided banner?
Consider one if the banner is seen from both sides, for example on a railing beside a footpath. Our banners can be printed single or double-sided.
Do I need a specialist to hang a banner?
No. PVC banners need no specialist fitting. They come hemmed with eyelets, ready to tie up.
