4 Types Of Flex Banner Rolls

Flex banner rolls combine a polyester base fabric with PVC for large-format signs. They are supplied as flexible roll media that can be printed, cut, and finished into banners or sign faces. Here’s a breakdown of 4 popular types of flex banner rolls.

1. Frontlit Flex Banner Rolls

Frontlit flex rolls are used for signs lit from the front, including graphics viewed in daylight. The solid PVC face holds the printed design, while the fabric inside supports the banner. Gloss and matte surfaces give the finished graphic different looks.

White coated frontlit flex banner material with a fine reinforced surface

Here’s Why It’s Popular:

Uses: Shop signs, outdoor billboards, promotional banners, and event graphics.
Construction: Laminated rolls join PVC film to a base fabric. Coated rolls have a PVC coating applied over the base fabric.
Finishes: Gloss and matte; grey-back and black-back options are also available in the range.
Weights & models:
- LFG35/340: 340 g/m², gloss laminated frontlit.
- CFM11/440: 440 g/m², matte coated frontlit.
Base fabric:
- LFG35/340: 300 × 500 D; 18 × 12/in².
- CFM11/440: 1000 × 1000 D; 18 × 18/in².
Roll sizes: Both models: 50 m rolls; widths from 1 to 3.2 m, plus 5 m.
Finishing: Hems, grommets, and pole pockets for hanging or framed banners.
Advantages:
- A solid print surface for photos, text, and bold colors.
- Flexible material for cutting and finishing large graphics.
- A choice of surfaces for different sign designs.

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2. Backlit Flex Banner Rolls

Backlit flex rolls form the flexible face of an illuminated sign. Unlike frontlit media, they let light from behind pass through the printed graphic. This makes them a familiar choice for light boxes at shops, shopping centers, and transport hubs.

Translucent laminated backlit flex banner material for light box faces

Here’s Why It’s Popular:

Uses: Shop fascia signs, retail light boxes, airport advertising, and large illuminated displays.
Construction: A translucent PVC surface with a reinforcing polyester base fabric. Laminated and coated versions are available.
Weights & models:
- LBG55/610: 610 g/m², laminated backlit.
- CBM11/510: 510 g/m², coated backlit.
Base fabric:
- LBG55/610: 500 × 500 D; 18 × 12/in².
- CBM11/510: 1000 × 1000 D; 18 × 18/in².
Roll sizes: Both models: 50 m rolls; widths from 1 to 3.2 m, plus 5 m.
Finishing: Cut to the sign dimensions and secure the edges in the light box frame’s tensioning system.
Advantages:
- A translucent structure for illuminated graphics.
- A flexible face for large light box designs.
- Wide rolls for producing large sign panels.

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3. Blockout Flex Banner Rolls

Blockout flex rolls include an opaque layer that stops light from passing through the material. They are useful for signs with bright light behind them and for hanging graphics viewed from both sides. The range includes single-sided and double-sided printable constructions.

White coated blockout flex banner material for opaque displays

Here’s Why It’s Popular:

Uses: Retail hanging banners, exhibition backdrops, event signs, and two-sided displays.
Construction: Printable outer surfaces and an opaque inner layer. The selected laminated model is single-sided printable; the coated model is double-sided printable.
Weights & models:
- LDM11B1/510: 510 g/m², single-sided printable laminated blockout.
- CDM2525/510: 510 g/m², double-sided printable coated blockout.
Base fabric:
- LDM11B1/510: 1000 × 1000 D; 9 × 9/in².
- CDM2525/510: 250 × 250 D; 36 × 36/in².
Roll sizes: Both models: 50 m rolls; widths from 1 to 3.2 m, plus 5 m.
Finishing: Reinforced hems, grommets, or pole pockets for hanging displays.
Advantages:
- An opaque layer keeps rear light from showing through.
- Double-sided versions carry separate designs on each face.
- Suitable for suspended signs and display frames.

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4. Mesh Flex Banner Rolls

Mesh flex rolls have an open structure that lets air and some daylight pass through. They are widely used for large graphics on fences and building fronts. The holes remain part of the printed image, so bold lettering and simple artwork suit distant viewing.

Open woven structure of white PVC mesh flex banner material

Here’s Why It’s Popular:

Uses: Construction fences, building wraps, sports fences, and event barriers.
Construction: PVC-coated mesh with an open polyester base. Lined and linerless versions are available.
Weights & models:
- M1212NP: 360 g/m², supplied with a printing liner.
- M1212B: 240 g/m², black back, without a liner.
Base fabric: Both models: 1000 × 1000 D; 12 × 12/in².
Roll sizes: Both models: 50 m rolls; widths from 1 to 3.2 m, plus 5 m.
Print setup: The liner catches ink that passes through the holes. Linerless rolls use the ink collection setup specified by the printer manufacturer.
Finishing: Reinforced edges and grommets provide attachment points for fence or frame installation.
Advantages:
- Open holes allow airflow through the graphic.
- Some natural light passes through covered areas.
- Wide rolls suit large outdoor graphics.

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Why Choose UNISIGN?

Four display options: Frontlit for front-lit signs, backlit for light boxes, blockout for opacity, and mesh for open-weave graphics.
Model-specific specifications: Compare weights, base fabrics, and roll sizes within the UNISIGN range.
Sample support: See the surface, feel the material, and test your print design on a sample.

From everyday shop banners to large illuminated signs, UNISIGN offers flex banner rolls for a wide range of display projects. Contact our team for product details, free samples, and a quote.