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Large-format material selector
Indoor or outdoor, months in use, wind and mounting → the material and finishing that will actually last.
Large-format material selector
Where
Months in use
Wind
Mounting
Best match
13 oz vinyl banner
3–6 months outdoors, hem + grommets, add wind slits
Finishing: hem + grommets every 2 ft for hanging; pole pockets for frames; wind slits only if you must (they weaken the banner). UV laminate adds 6–12 months outdoors for rigid signs.
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