{"id":27574,"date":"2020-11-12T14:47:58","date_gmt":"2020-11-12T14:47:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/suprefreshprod.wpengine.com\/\/?page_id=27574"},"modified":"2025-06-02T15:27:34","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T20:27:34","slug":"fabric-backdrops-vs-vinyl-backdrops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/stocks-substrates\/fabric-backdrops-vs-vinyl-backdrops","title":{"rendered":"Fabric Backdrops vs. Vinyl Backdrops"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Ideal for event advertising, branding, trade shows and more, backdrop printing sends a message that can\u2019t be missed. Smartpress\u2019 online printing services offer custom fabric backdrops and vinyl materials, so you get a look and feel that\u2019s just right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you design photo backdrops or <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/shop\/custom-banners\">custom banners<\/a> for online printing, compare the two materials to see which one best suits your project. And be sure to order any <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/shop\/sign-accessories\">hardware<\/a> for an easy install.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"fabric-backdrops\">\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fabric Backdrops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tension_fabric_display.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&fit=crop&h=599&ixlib=php-3.3.0&w=1024&s=2bd056d85f6580fa64147ab3f93467b8\" alt=\"A tension fabric display with a woman wearing black-framed glasses and Seraphin on a maroon background.\" class=\"wp-image-29919\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tension_fabric_display.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=599&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=1024&amp;s=2bd056d85f6580fa64147ab3f93467b8 1024w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tension_fabric_display.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=176&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=886fb4fcafb06f9d43827053ffa9d00e 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tension_fabric_display.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=449&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=fbf690f46fd299b7aaccab305c7e90ce 768w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tension_fabric_display.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=1200&amp;s=44fe3e46eae35dcab513b59e04c7a0ed 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer two types of fabric backgrounds: 4.5 oz. soft knit fabric and 10 oz. heavy knit fabric. Both are white and can be printed on one side. It\u2019s important to note, the heavier the fabric, the more opaque the print will be, which means it\u2019ll be harder to see through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Features<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Softer appearance<\/li><li>Less reflective, making it ideal for flash photography<\/li><li>Durable<\/li><li>Easy to fold (cost-effective because of smaller packaging)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Applications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Fabric banners can be displayed with grommets, hems and pole pockets:<ul><li>Perimeter grommets: Allow many anchor points to secure and hang the banner from all directions, ensuring it\u2019s taught<\/li><li>Perimeter hems: Make the banner stronger and more durable (if paired with grommets, hems strengthen the banner when installed)<\/li><li>Grommets and hems are great for hanging your banner on a wall<\/li><li>Pole pockets: Make it easy to hang your banner from the ceiling with a wooden dowel or on a display stand<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Hanging banners can be hung from the ceiling or a display stand (in an indoor setting)<\/li><li>We offer fabric on the following products:<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/shop\/feather-flags\">Feather Flags<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/shop\/seg-wall-graphics\">Silicone Edge Graphics (SEGs)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/shop\/tension-fabric-displays\">Tension Fabric Displays<\/a><\/li><li>And more via <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/pages\/custom-quote\">Custom Quote<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"badges\">\n            <div class=\"badges__type\">\n            <h3 class=\"badges__title\">Tips &amp; Tricks<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"badges__icon\">\n                <svg viewBox=\"0 0 50 50\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Icons-\/Tips-&amp;-Tricks-(support)\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\">\n        <rect id=\"Rectangle-Copy-19\" x=\"0\" y=\"0\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\"><\/rect>\n        <g id=\"support-badge-tips-and-tricks-ICON\" transform=\"translate(19.000000, 1.000000)\" fill-rule=\"nonzero\">\n            <path d=\"M6.77400877,48 C6.31441869,48 5.8908977,47.7808886 5.636087,47.4089611 L0,39.1782387 L0,1.42366216 C0,0.638232127 0.660878905,0 1.47417882,0 L11.5258212,0 C12.3391211,0 13,0.638232127 13,1.42366216 L13,39.1523948 L7.94916316,47.355026 C7.70715117,47.7471792 7.28130314,47.9887635 6.80891435,47.9988764 C6.79727916,48 6.78564396,48 6.77400877,48 Z M1.97798264,38.6029308 L6.74724783,45.5684255 L11.0208538,38.6276511 L11.0208538,1.91020179 L1.97798264,1.91020179 L1.97798264,38.6029308 L1.97798264,38.6029308 Z\" id=\"Shape\" fill=\"#007AC9\"><\/path>\n            <rect id=\"Rectangle\" fill=\"#007AC9\" x=\"1\" y=\"8\" width=\"11\" height=\"2\"><\/rect>\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(1.000000, 38.000000)\">\n                <line x1=\"0\" y1=\"1\" x2=\"11\" y2=\"1\" id=\"Path\" fill=\"#000000\"><\/line>\n                <rect id=\"Rectangle\" fill=\"#007AC9\" x=\"0\" y=\"0\" width=\"10.9988388\" height=\"2\"><\/rect>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"badges__content t-sink s-sink\">\n            <ul>\n<li>We recommend an image resolution of 150 PPI or greater for artwork<\/li>\n<li>Ideal for trade shows thanks to durability, cost-effective shipping and aesthetic<\/li>\n<li>If you want to hang your banner outdoors for an extended period of time, we recommend choosing vinyl<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"vinyl-backgrounds\">\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vinyl Backgrounds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/step_and_repeat.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&fit=crop&h=600&ixlib=php-3.3.0&w=1024&s=d88e537ff8d81030894a8c1b385c32c9\" alt=\"A step and repeat banner with the Smartpress name and logo in blue.\" class=\"wp-image-29918\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/step_and_repeat.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=600&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=1024&amp;s=d88e537ff8d81030894a8c1b385c32c9 1024w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/step_and_repeat.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=176&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=98f2f86652789d29d0374546f54cef74 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/step_and_repeat.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=450&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=561afac563bc3e5f16a1d142d391374a 768w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/step_and_repeat.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=1200&amp;s=e2dfe7db98f19c811c5013e3d9d502b3 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer three types of vinyl backdrops: 13 oz. smooth vinyl, 13 oz. scrim vinyl and 15 oz. smooth vinyl. We recommend 13 oz. smooth vinyl for indoor use, 13 oz. scrim vinyl for outdoor use and 15 oz. smooth vinyl for extended outdoor use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Features<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Vinyl banner printing features <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/color-ink\/ink-technology-aqueous-latex-uv-ink-and-more\">UV Curable ink<\/a> that\u2019s durable and fade-resistant in harsh weather<\/li><li>Can be printed on two sides on the smooth vinyl only<\/li><li>Best choice for outdoor displays<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Applications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Vinyl banners can be displayed with grommets, hems and pole pockets:<ul><li>Perimeter grommets: Allow many anchor points to secure and hang the banner from all directions, ensuring it\u2019s taught<\/li><li>Perimeter hems: Make the banner stronger and more durable (if paired with grommets, hems strengthen the banner when installed)<\/li><li>Grommets and hems are great for hanging your banner on a wall<\/li><li>Pole pockets: Make it easy to hang your banner from the ceiling with a wooden dowel or on a display stand<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>We offer vinyl on the following products:<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/offering\/hanging-banners#c=5467&amp;cp=1\">Hanging Banners<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/offering\/retractable-banners#c=5467&amp;cp=1\">Retractable Banners<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/offering\/step-and-repeat-banners#c=5467&amp;cp=1\">Step and Repeat Banners<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"badges\">\n            <div class=\"badges__type\">\n            <h3 class=\"badges__title\">Tips &amp; Tricks<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"badges__icon\">\n                <svg viewBox=\"0 0 50 50\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Icons-\/Tips-&amp;-Tricks-(support)\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\">\n        <rect id=\"Rectangle-Copy-19\" x=\"0\" y=\"0\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\"><\/rect>\n        <g id=\"support-badge-tips-and-tricks-ICON\" transform=\"translate(19.000000, 1.000000)\" fill-rule=\"nonzero\">\n            <path d=\"M6.77400877,48 C6.31441869,48 5.8908977,47.7808886 5.636087,47.4089611 L0,39.1782387 L0,1.42366216 C0,0.638232127 0.660878905,0 1.47417882,0 L11.5258212,0 C12.3391211,0 13,0.638232127 13,1.42366216 L13,39.1523948 L7.94916316,47.355026 C7.70715117,47.7471792 7.28130314,47.9887635 6.80891435,47.9988764 C6.79727916,48 6.78564396,48 6.77400877,48 Z M1.97798264,38.6029308 L6.74724783,45.5684255 L11.0208538,38.6276511 L11.0208538,1.91020179 L1.97798264,1.91020179 L1.97798264,38.6029308 L1.97798264,38.6029308 Z\" id=\"Shape\" fill=\"#007AC9\"><\/path>\n            <rect id=\"Rectangle\" fill=\"#007AC9\" x=\"1\" y=\"8\" width=\"11\" height=\"2\"><\/rect>\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(1.000000, 38.000000)\">\n                <line x1=\"0\" y1=\"1\" x2=\"11\" y2=\"1\" id=\"Path\" fill=\"#000000\"><\/line>\n                <rect id=\"Rectangle\" fill=\"#007AC9\" x=\"0\" y=\"0\" width=\"10.9988388\" height=\"2\"><\/rect>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"badges__content t-sink s-sink\">\n            <ul>\n<li>We recommend an image resolution of 150 PPI or greater for artwork<\/li>\n<li>Vinyl banners can catch sunlight and flash photography more easily than fabric<\/li>\n<li>If folded, wrinkles and fold marks can be difficult to remove<\/li>\n<li>For storage and transportation, we recommend rolling your banner (which can result in additional shipping fees)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Smartpress is the online printer for banners and <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/shop\/custom-signs#cp=1&amp;cph=1195\">custom signage<\/a> that suits your needs. If you have questions about fabric backdrops or vinyl backdrops, please <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/contact\">contact customer service<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ideal for event advertising, branding, trade shows and more, backdrop printing sends a message that can\u2019t be missed. Smartpress\u2019 online printing services offer custom fabric backdrops and vinyl materials, so you get a look and feel that\u2019s just right for you. 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