Blockout banners are printed on PVC with a light-blocking core for clean, opaque colour. We print blockout banners for double-sided use and backlit settings. Boldmedia Print Zimbabwe finishes them with hems and eyelets.
Blockout banners are made from PVC or fabric with an opaque inner layer that stops light passing through. This prevents print on the back, or light behind the banner, from showing through, so the graphic stays crisp and the colours stay true even when hung in front of windows or bright lighting.
They are the right choice for double-sided hanging banners, pull-up stands placed in bright venues and banners hung against windows or light sources. Standard banner material is cheaper for flat walls and fences, but where show-through would spoil the look, blockout material gives a cleaner, more professional finish.
Where it works well
- Double-sided hanging banners in malls and atriums
- Pull-up banners used in bright venues
- Banners hung in front of windows
- Promotional banners on stages with backlighting
- Retail ceiling banners
- Portable displays for events and exhibitions
Materials and finishes
- Blockout PVC banner material
- Blockout polyester fabric
- Matt finishes to reduce glare
- Eyelets, pole pockets or keder edging
What affects the price
- Banner size
- PVC or fabric blockout material
- Single- or double-sided print
- Finishing and hanging hardware
- Quantity
- Installation at height
Supplying measurements
Give the finished banner size and whether it will be single- or double-sided. Tell us where it will hang and how, so we can choose the right finishing.
Artwork requirements
Send print-ready PDF artwork in CMYK with fonts outlined and bleed added. For double-sided banners, supply each side as a separate page and say whether both sides read the same way up.
Survey and installation
Blockout banners are usually hung with ties, rods or hanging systems. Installation at height in malls or atriums can be arranged where required, subject to the venue's rules.
Maintenance
Wipe PVC blockout banners with a damp cloth and mild soap; spot-clean fabric versions. Roll for storage rather than folding to protect the print.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need blockout for a single-sided banner?
Only if light or a busy background behind it would show through. On a solid wall, standard material is fine.
Is blockout heavier?
Slightly, which is worth noting for suspended banners.
Can a pull-up banner be printed on blockout material?
Yes, and it is a good choice for venues with bright windows behind the stand.