Choosing Banner Materials: Mesh vs Solid Vinyl
Hanging a massive outdoor banner is an incredible way to draw attention to your business. However, if you live in a windy climate, a large banner acts exactly like a massive boat sail, catching the wind and tearing itself apart. To prevent this, you must choose the right material: Mesh or Solid Vinyl.
The Opacity of Solid Vinyl
Solid vinyl is the absolute standard for high-resolution graphics.
- The Material: It is a heavy, solid piece of waterproof plastic that completely blocks out all light and wind behind it.
- The Benefit: Because the surface is completely flat, the printed colors are incredibly vibrant and photographs look flawless.
The Engineering of Mesh Banners
Mesh banners are designed specifically to defeat high winds.
- The Material: The vinyl is covered in thousands of tiny holes, allowing the wind to pass directly through the banner without catching the fabric.
- The Look: The colors are slightly less vibrant than solid vinyl, but the structural integrity is unmatched in harsh weather.
The Raven32 Recommendation
If you are hanging a banner on a fence, you must consider the structural load. As printing and promotional experts, we know that for chain-link fences around massive construction sites or baseball fields, mesh banners are absolutely required so the fence does not blow completely over in a heavy storm. Reach out today to order your heavy-duty windproof banners.