What size banner do I need? (banner size guide)
For a storefront or fence, 3 × 6 ft or 4 × 8 ft banners are common; for a table at a market or trade show, 2 × 6 ft fits the front of a 6 ft table. Choose the size by how far away people will read it: a common rule of thumb is about 1 inch of letter height for every 10 feet of distance.
Common banner sizes
| Size | Typical use |
|---|---|
| 2 × 4 ft | Indoor signs, small events |
| 2 × 6 ft | Front of a 6 ft table at markets and trade shows |
| 3 × 6 ft | Storefronts, fences, grand openings |
| 4 × 8 ft | Building fronts and roadsides |
Material
- Vinyl (13 oz is common): outdoor and indoor, with grommets for hanging.
- Mesh vinyl: lets wind through, for fences and windy spots.
- Fabric: indoor events and backdrops, folds without creasing as much.
Design tips
- Three to seven words of headline.
- High contrast, bold type, one image at most.
- Keep text clear of the edges where hems and grommets go.
Questions
- How big should the letters on a banner be?
- A common rule of thumb is about 1 inch of letter height per 10 feet of viewing distance, so text read from 50 feet needs letters around 5 inches tall.
- What banner size fits a 6 ft table?
- A 2 × 6 ft banner fits across the front of a standard 6 ft table.
- Vinyl or mesh?
- Vinyl for most uses; mesh for fences and windy places because the wind passes through.