Pole Banners
Make Your Message Part of the Streetscape
Pole banners bring seasonal promotions, community celebrations, campus messages, and business branding into view along streets and walkways. Each banner is supported by horizontal arms at the top and bottom, attached to a suitable post or light pole.
Also called street pole, lamp post, light pole, avenue, or boulevard banners, these displays can suit cities, schools, colleges, museums, tourism districts, festivals, rodeos, car dealerships, parades, and holiday events. Options can be requested even when not yet listed online. PDQ Signs 903-533-8050.
Material, Printing, and Construction
These pole banners use heavy-duty 18 oz vinyl with a matte finish and full-color, four-color digital printing. The material is waterproof, and the print offers UV resistance for outdoor display. Weather resistance does not make a banner or its supports immune to storms, fading, or physical damage.
Each banner is printed on both sides of one piece of material, a single-ply construction. Single-sided printing and alternative materials are not part of this pole-banner offering. Specify whether you want the same artwork on both sides or different artwork on each side.
The stated material thickness is approximately 0.0156 inches, roughly comparable to four sheets of copy paper. Thickness is separate from the 18 oz material-weight designation and the total shipping weight.
Choose Your Finished Size
Available widths are 18, 24, and 30 inches. Standard heights run from 24 to 96 inches in 6-inch increments: 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, 54, 60, 66, 72, 78, 84, 90, and 96 inches.
The smallest standard size is 18 × 24 inches and the largest is 30 × 96 inches. Popular choices include 18 × 36, 24 × 36, and 30 × 36 inches.
For a height between the standard increments, request a whole-inch height between 24 and 96 inches. The width choices remain 18, 24, or 30 inches; this is not an unrestricted custom-size service. Confirm nonstandard heights before ordering.
The finished shape is rectangular. Contour, halo, and other specialty cuts are not available for this construction.
Pole Pockets and Grommets
Hemmed Pole Pockets
The top and bottom edges form hemmed sleeves for the support arms. The standard pocket size is 2 inches. Replacement banners can also be ordered with 3-inch or 4-inch pockets for compatible existing hardware. The pocket seams create horizontal finishing lines; keep important artwork clear of these areas.
Pole Pocket Fit Chart
| Pocket size | Arm diameter | Optional hardware kit |
|---|---|---|
| 2 inches | Up to 1¼ inches | Available with banner |
| 3 inches | 1¼ to 1 13/16 inches | Not offered |
| 4 inches | 1 13/16 to 2 7/16 inches | Not offered |
Pocket size is not pole diameter. Measure the existing support arms, finished banner dimensions, and bracket arrangement before ordering a replacement.
Four Included Brass Grommets
Four brass grommets are included at no additional charge, one near each corner adjacent to the pocket areas. They provide attachment points for cable or zip ties. Their positions are fixed and cannot be customized. Use the intended attachment points rather than making new holes in the graphic.
Optional Hardware Kit
Hardware is an additional option, not automatically included in the banner price. It is available with 2-inch-pocket banners only. Each kit contains:
- Two fiberglass support arms with end caps.
- Two cast-metal mounting brackets.
- Four steel mounting bands.
- Two threaded screws.
- Two retaining pins with key rings.
The brackets and bands are described as rust resistant, not rustproof. The steel bands adjust up to 47 inches in length, so the mounting post's circumference or perimeter must be less than 47 inches. That size limit alone does not establish structural suitability, wind capacity, or permission to install.
Curved posts are the preferred mounting surface for this bracket style. Square posts or flat surfaces require confirmation that the bracket seats securely and the selected fastening method is appropriate. Do not assume universal compatibility.
Can I Buy Just the Replacement Graphic?
Yes. Order the banner without the optional kit when your existing hardware is compatible. Replacement graphics are available with 2-, 3-, or 4-inch pockets. Check arm diameter and banner size first.
Can I Buy Hardware Separately?
For the kit described here, hardware is offered only as an add-on to a 2-inch-pocket banner, not as a standalone kit or replacement-parts purchase. Kits are not offered with 3- or 4-inch-pocket banners.
Dual Banners on One Post
For one banner on each side of a post, order two banners and two compatible hardware kits. With the optional kit described here, use 2-inch-pocket banners. If you already have suitable hardware, order two replacement graphics with the pocket sizes you need.
Each banner needs its own top and bottom support arms. Do not slide two separate banners back-to-back onto one set of arms. Use a single double-sided banner when you want two viewing faces on one arm set.
Have the installer confirm how both bracket sets and bands must be arranged. Do not omit bands or share fasteners between kits unless the actual hardware instructions expressly permit it.
Artwork and Printable Area
The selected finished dimensions include the top and bottom pockets. An 18 × 36-inch banner has an 18 × 36-inch overall printable area, including the pocket areas; it does not provide an additional 36-inch unobstructed center panel.
If important artwork must stay off the pockets, reserve the chosen pocket depth at both top and bottom. For a 2-inch pocket, allow 2 inches at each end; use the corresponding allowance for a larger pocket. Confirm the template and visible area before approval.
What Files Can I Supply?
Supply artwork in AI, EPS, SVG, PDF, JPEG, JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP, TIFF, or TIF format. Vector artwork is preferred for logos and lettering. Use original high-resolution photographs rather than screenshots.
Plan a ¼-inch artwork allowance on all sides, and confirm whether the supplied production template treats this as bleed or another finishing allowance. This is separate from the larger pocket-clearance areas.
The actual upload field determines online file limits and supported uploads. If your file is too large or rejected, contact PDQ Signs 903-533-8050 for another delivery method rather than substituting a low-resolution print file.
Can the Two Sides Be Different?
Yes. Specify the artwork for each face. Check both layouts for direction, spelling, dates, logos, and pocket clearance before approval.
Do You Offer Color Matching?
Exact color matching is not offered for this pole-banner product. Screen colors and printed output can differ; discuss color-critical projects before ordering.
Can You Help With the Design?
Yes. Bring your message, logo, dimensions, and deadline. Confirm the design scope, any artwork charges, and production timing with PDQ Signs 903-533-8050 before work begins.
Why Work With PDQ Signs?
Options That Fit
Plan the banner size, pocket fit, and mounting needs together.
Plan Your Delivery
Share the event date and confirm production and shipping.
Help With Your Design
Bring artwork or an idea. PDQ Signs 903-533-8050.
Outdoor Use and Lifespan
Will It Handle Rain, Sun, and Wind?
The vinyl and UV-resistant print are intended for outdoor exposure, including rain and sunlight. Indoor installation is also possible with suitable supports. Wind still places loads on the banner, brackets, and post. No wind-speed rating is provided in this guide.
Use the intended grommet restraints and compatible hardware, inspect the installation regularly, and arrange safe removal ahead of extreme weather. Weather resistance is not a guarantee of clear visibility or damage-free performance in every condition.
Will the Print Fade or Wear?
UV resistance helps slow fading, but extended sunlight, abrasion, weather, and handling can cause wear. The graphic is not permanently fadeproof, scratchproof, or immune to damage.
How Long Will It Last?
Life varies with exposure, installation, maintenance, and storage. Plan for a multi-season display rather than a fixed guaranteed lifespan, and confirm any project-specific service-life expectation when ordering.
Are Wind Slits Available?
No. Wind slits are not offered for this pole-banner construction. Cutting the banner can weaken the material, create tear points, and interrupt the design.
Can I Reuse It?
Yes, undamaged banners and compatible hardware can be reused. Inspect both before reinstalling, and choose artwork without expired dates if you intend to display it season after season.
Installation Planning
Use the instructions supplied with the actual kit. The overview below explains the sequence but does not replace its fastening details or a site-specific installation assessment. Obtain the property or pole owner's approval, and use a qualified installer for elevated work or locations near traffic or electrical equipment.
- Measure the finished banner and establish the top and bottom bracket positions on a suitable post.
- For a single kit, secure the two brackets using four steel bands, two per bracket, following the kit instructions.
- Fit the support arms and retaining hardware in the specified arrangement. Confirm the roles and locations of the screws and pins from the actual kit instructions.
- Slide the top and bottom pockets over their corresponding arms, supporting the banner evenly.
- Restrain the banner through the two grommets nearest the post using suitable ties and the kit's designated attachment points. Confirm that all arms and fasteners are secured before leaving the display.
Do not work alone at height. The post, bracket fit, band engagement, wind loading, clearances, and attachment details all need assessment; fitting within the 47-inch band limit is not sufficient by itself.
Removal, Cleaning, and Storage
How Do I Remove It?
Support the banner and follow the kit's removal instructions in reverse. Release ties and the required retaining hardware, then slide the pockets off the arms without forcing or tearing them. Use the same access and safety precautions as installation.
How Do I Clean the Banner and Hardware?
Use warm water with a little dish soap and a soft, non-abrasive or microfiber cloth. Gently remove dirt, then allow the banner and hardware to dry. Avoid abrasive scrubbing that can scratch the graphic.
How Should I Store It?
Clean and fully dry the banner, then roll it rather than crumpling it. Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and weather. A protective rigid container can help; do not rest heavy objects on the roll or store sharp hardware against the print.
How Do I Ease Storage Wrinkles?
Unroll the banner and lay it flat on a clean surface in gentle warmth. A warm sunny day can help light wrinkles relax over a few hours. Avoid excessive heat, direct concentrated heat, or forcing sharp creases flat. Safe installation and mild warmth can also help the material relax.
Planning a pole banner display? PDQ Signs 903-533-8050.
Images illustrate display and finishing concepts, not exact hardware diagrams or load ratings. Confirm the supplied kit, dimensions, construction, included items, charges, and timing before ordering.