UNISIGN · PRINTABLE TEXTILE MEDIA
Flame Retardant Display Fabric for Printing
Compare printable display fabrics by model, application and listed flame-retardant option. Ask for the current report that names the exact fabric before you approve an exhibition, retail or public-space project.
- 4 report-matching starting products
- 150–310gsm selected range
- Widths up to 3.2m / 126in

What Is Flame-Retardant Display Fabric?
Flame-retardant display fabric is printable textile media whose flame-spread performance is assessed to a named test standard. It is used for exhibition graphics, backdrops, frame displays, table covers and lightboxes where the venue asks for fire-performance documents.
Flame retardant does not mean fireproof. Approval depends on the exact fabric, test method, report, finished graphic and local venue rules.
Flame-Retardant Product and Report Match
Start with the application, then verify the report for the exact model. “Listed option” means the current UNISIGN product page lists that standard as an available FR option. It does not mean every stocked roll or every finish is covered.
| Product model | Material / weight | Starting application | B1 | NFPA 701 | M1 | AS 1530 | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DSP09 | Stretch display fabric · 230gsm | Display, pop-up, backdrop | Listed option* | Listed option* | Not listed | Listed option* | Request exact current report |
| DSP05A | Woven table-cloth fabric · 150 / 175gsm | Table cover, trade-show booth | Listed option* | Listed option* | Not listed | Listed option* | Request exact current report |
| SDB250 | Woven triple-white backlit fabric · 250gsm | Backlit, lightbox, backdrop, pop-up | Listed option* | Listed option* | Not listed | Listed option* | Request exact current report |
| DSP-BLK-W | White-back blockout fabric · 310gsm | Backdrop, frame, exhibition display | Listed option* | Listed option* | Not listed | Listed option* | Request exact current report |
*Current product-page wording reviewed September 12, 2026. JIS L 1091 is also listed on these four product pages. Ask for the report number, laboratory, test method, result, date and model coverage before ordering.
Printable FR Fabric Product List
Product cards with images belong on this page because buyers need to connect a standard to a real print system, weight, width and application.

DISPLAY / POP-UP / BACKDROP
DSP09 Stretch Display Fabric
- 230gsm / 6.8oz
- Direct or paper-transfer dye sublimation
- Up to 3.2m / 126in
- 100m / 110yd standard roll
- Listed shrinkage: ≤2%

TABLE COVER / TRADE-SHOW BOOTH
DSP05A Table-Cloth Fabric
- 150gsm / 4.4oz or 175gsm / 5.2oz
- Woven construction
- Direct or paper-transfer dye sublimation
- Up to 3.2m / 126in
- 100m / 110yd standard roll

BACKLIT / LIGHTBOX / POP-UP
SDB250 Backlit Fabric
- 250gsm / 7.3oz
- Woven, matte, triple-white construction
- Direct / transfer sublimation or latex
- Up to 3.2m / 126in
- 50m / 55yd standard roll

BLOCKOUT / BACKDROP / FRAME
DSP-BLK-W Blockout Backdrop Fabric
- 310gsm / 9oz
- Warp knitted; white-back blockout
- Direct or paper-transfer dye sublimation
- Up to 3.2m / 126in
- 100m / 110yd standard roll
Choose by Display Application

SEG and Lightboxes
Start with SDB250 when light diffusion and backlit colour matter. Test the printed and finished sample in the real lightbox.

Tension Displays
Start with DSP09 for standard display, pop-up and backdrop work. Check stretch, recovery, shrinkage and frame fit.

Opaque Backdrops
Start with DSP-BLK-W when background blocking matters. Test opacity, flash photography and edge finishing.
B1, NFPA 701, M1 and AS 1530: What to Check
| Standard / class | Simple meaning for buyers | What to request |
|---|---|---|
| DIN 4102-1 / B1 | A German building-material reaction-to-fire classification. | Exact model, B1 result, test standard edition, laboratory, report date and scope. |
| NFPA 701 | A US test standard for flame propagation of textiles and films. | Test method, specimen description, pass result, report date and venue acceptance. |
| NF P 92-503 / M1 | A French reaction-to-fire classification often requested for public interiors and events. | A report that names the exact product. Do not substitute a B1 or NFPA 701 report. |
| AS 1530 | An Australian series of fire tests. The part and method matter. | Exact AS 1530 part, test method, result, laboratory and product coverage. |
References: NFPA 701 publication listing and DIN 4102-1 standard record. The venue or project authority makes the final acceptance decision.
Match the Fabric to the Print Workflow
| Print workflow | Selected starting models | Sample checks |
|---|---|---|
| Direct dye sublimation | DSP09, DSP05A, SDB250, DSP-BLK-W | Ink holdout, colour, show-through, drying, feed and heat response. |
| Paper-transfer dye sublimation | DSP09, DSP05A, SDB250, DSP-BLK-W | Transfer paper, temperature, time, pressure, ghosting and shrinkage. |
| Latex | SDB250 is the selected model whose current page lists latex. | Profile, curing temperature, colour, light diffusion and dimensional change. |
| Finished display | All shortlisted models | Print, cut, sew, add silicone edge or other finish, then fit the real hardware. |
For the wider material range, visit printable textile solutions. You can also compare 230gsm display fabric, blockout fabric and backlit display fabric.
5 Checks Before You Approve an FR Report
- Match the modelThe report must name the exact fabric or clearly include it in scope.
- Match the methodCheck the named standard, edition, test method and classification.
- Match the buildConfirm weight, colour, coating, FR treatment and finished construction.
- Check the reportRecord the laboratory, report number, date, result and validity.
- Ask the venueSend the report before production and get written acceptance when required.

Approve the Material and the Document Together
- Use the same product code on the sample, quotation and report.
- Print with the real ink, heat and finishing process.
- Keep a signed sample and the report version with the job record.
- Do not apply one model’s report to a different product family.
Flame-Retardant Display Fabric FAQs
Is flame-retardant display fabric fireproof?
No. Flame retardant means performance was assessed against a named flame-spread test or classification. It does not mean the fabric cannot burn.
Which UNISIGN display fabric models list NFPA 701?
The current pages for DSP09, DSP05A, SDB250 and DSP-BLK-W list NFPA 701 as an available FR option. Request the current report for the exact model and order.
Which models list B1?
DSP09, DSP05A, SDB250 and DSP-BLK-W currently list B1 as an available FR option. Confirm DIN 4102-1, the exact classification and report scope.
Can you provide M1 fire-retardant fabric?
M1 is not listed on the four exact product pages in this comparison. Send the destination, venue rule and application so UNISIGN can confirm a report-backed option before quotation.
Is NFPA 701 the same as B1 or M1?
No. They come from different test and classification systems. Use the standard requested by the venue or project authority.
Does an FR report cover every fabric in the product range?
No. Check the model, construction, weight, coating or treatment, colour where relevant, report date and scope. One product report should not be used as proof for a whole series.
What information should I send with my inquiry?
Send the product application, destination country, required standard, report language, printer and ink, roll width, quantity and project date.
Can these fabrics be dye-sublimation printed?
Yes. All four selected product pages list direct and paper-transfer dye sublimation. Test each workflow separately because heat can affect colour, shrinkage and finished size.
Which fabric should I start with for a lightbox?
Start with SDB250. Its current page lists a 250gsm woven, triple-white backlit fabric for direct or transfer sublimation and latex printing.
Should I send the FR report to the venue?
Yes, when the venue or project requires it. Send the exact report before production and ask the responsible authority to confirm acceptance.
Request a Matched Fabric, Sample and Report
Send these 8 details for a useful reply:
- Application and display system
- Destination country and venue
- Required FR standard
- Required report language
- Printer and ink
- Roll width and length
- Quantity
- Project deadline
Product information: UNISIGN · Reviewed September 12, 2026. About UNISIGN · Contact the textile team.
Request Fabric Samples & FR Reports
Or email info@unisignflex.com.


















