First of all, they need to be tough! We use a special heavy duty vinyl, and we sew re-enforcements into the corners. The material we use is also good to -20 degrees Fahrenheit, so it can be used in winter up north.  Most vinyl becomes brittle at -5 degrees, and if the temperature drops below that, they shatter as they flap in the wind.

Most towns have a cable across the street in strategic places to hang banners like these.  We suggest that the top be connected to the cable with D rings, and the bottom held by a rope with a bungee cord in it.  This allow the banner to move to shed the wind.  We can also put ‘”wind cuts” in the banner to let the wind through. Either way, a good size banner can generate a lot of force in a high wind, and you need to find a way to keep it from sailing down the street in a storm.

The good news is- they are effective! If you are doing a big event, it’s a great way to let a the whole town know it’s going on.