Roller banner cost, and what makes one last
Two roller banners can look identical rolled out and behave completely differently after twenty events. The cost difference sits in the cassette mechanism and the film, not in the printing.
What you are paying for
Roughly speaking, the graphic is the smaller part of the price. The base, the tension mechanism, the pole and the carry bag decide whether the banner stands straight after repeated use or curls at the edges.
Film weight and curl
Lightweight films are fine for a one-off launch. For a banner that lives in a car boot and comes out monthly, ask for a heavier, anti-curl film. It resists ripple under uneven lighting, which is exactly where cheap banners look cheap.
Designing for a banner that will be reused
Keep dated offers, seasonal pricing and specific event names off the main panel. Put the permanent message high, where it is visible over heads in a crowded room, and leave the changing detail to a printed poster or card beside the stand.
- Top third: brand and one clear proposition
- Middle: the offer or service list
- Bottom 300mm: assume it will be blocked by a table or people
When a replacement graphic beats a new banner
If the mechanism is sound, many cassettes take a replacement graphic at a fraction of the cost of a new unit. Buy the better base once and re-skin it when the message changes.
Frequently asked
What size are standard roller banners?
800mm x 2000mm is the common standard, with 850mm and 1000mm widths also available for larger stands.
How should banners be stored?
Rolled inside the cassette, upright, in the padded bag. Storing them flat under other equipment is the fastest way to crease the film.
Can you design the artwork?
Yes, our design team can build the artwork to the exact template including the hidden area inside the cassette.
Need a banner for a date in the diary?
Tell us the event date and we will confirm what is achievable and what it costs.