Signage Layout: Standard Grommet Spacing for Banners
Designing a beautiful vinyl banner is only the first step; you must also figure out how to hang it securely. Metal grommets are the heavy-duty metal rings punched into the edges of the banner to allow for zip-ties or ropes. If you do not space these grommets correctly, your banner will sag horribly or rip completely off the fence.
The Golden Rule of Spacing
Proper tension is required to keep a massive vinyl banner looking flat and professional.
- The Industry Standard: The absolute standard spacing is placing one metal grommet exactly every two feet along the entire perimeter of the banner.
- The Benefit: This specific spacing prevents the heavy material from sagging in the middle and evenly distributes the physical tension across the entire hem.
The Raven32 Recommendation
Wind is the ultimate enemy of outdoor signage. As printing and promotional experts, we engineer our banners to survive. If your banner is going in a known high-wind area, absolutely ask us to double the grommet frequency and heavily reinforce the folded hems. This guarantees your banner stays perfectly flat during a storm. Reach out today to order your heavy-duty outdoor signage.