Product: vinyl banners
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Client: Graphitti Sign & Graphic Studio
Investing in a creative and informative sign product is a great marketing investment for a business. Signage done right is valuable for gaining exposure, creating positive awareness, reinforcing your brand, broadcasting relevant information and providing directions to your location. One of the most cost effective sign options is a banner sign! Banners are inexpensive, durable, and versatile offering a variety of custom approaches. In order for your sign solutions to continue producing maximum results, there are processes to follow for design, installation, maintenance, and storage. Graphitti Sign & Graphic Studio wants your business to be knowledgeable in this area, and we can help with that!
Protecting your banner investment includes consulting with t
he professionals who know what materials, size, and placement is required to produce desired results from a banner sign. There are many media types available with differing properties, strengths, weights and end of life options. If your banner will be exposed to high winds, a perforated banner with reinforcing and additional mountings may be required.
If you choose to install the banner yourself, you need to know the proper mounting methods. One of the first things to remember, is to never allow the banner to touch the ground. Banners should be mounted with even loads and tension on their respective mounting locations, and grommets. If the load is not apportioned evenly, then the banner could tear. Always utilize correct tools and mounting hardware to install your banner. Use proper mounting hardware and not zip ties or light bungee cords.
In the image above, see an example of a custom made banner, properly sized, printed, laminated and mounted. The banner will provide long lasting marketing services!
After your banner sign is been designed, constructed, and installed, it is time to apply the basics of maintenance. Your banner should be cleaned frequently and with the proper cleaning compounds. This is especially true with certain medias and laminating materials. Do not use bleach or other harsh chemicals. Use only the recommended cleaning solutions for the medium you chose!
The last practices we will discuss is storage and disposal. These are both considerations even if your sign is anticipated to be used several seasons. If you can reuse your sign next season or for your next event, use proper storage! Roll your banner loosely, and store in a dark, cool and dry environment. This will insure your sign investment retains its value. If you are no longer going to need the banner, then dispose of your banner correctly. Graphitti Sign & Graphic Studio will remove the banner sign and use a recycling service such as HP Large-Format Media Recycling Program to recycle the banner materials.
At Graphitti Sign & Graphic Studio, we are here to help you through the processes needed for an effective banner sign, and bring you all the knowledge you need to get the most out of your sign packages. Do you have any questions about maintaining your banner signs? Would you like to learn about the other signs and services that are offered in Nashville, TN? Contact us today, and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have!