Custom street banners are a great way to decorate and advertise events and to promote products. Here are some tips on how to make street banners, or light pole banners, work for you.

Choose a design that is catchy to the eye and gets your message across. As the banner is made to be hung from a light pole or displayed in the street, avoid small text or too wordy messages as passing motorists will not be able to receive your message. Employ a design that will work well during the day or night. Use bold colors, but limit the number of colors to a few standard for maximum effect.

When it comes to the printing of your custom street banner, you should decide whether it will be single ply or double. The fabric that you will choose will largely dictate the layers on your banner, as a lighter fabric will result in “see through” and will necessitate another layer. Thicker fabrics would allow for printing to be done on both sides. Take into account as well the weather conditions in which your street banner will hang, and for how long you would intend the display to last when choosing the fabric for printing.

Custom street banners are made to be hung from poles, so make sure that they come with the necessary hardware for installation. Your banner manufacturer should be able to supply you with the necessary supports such as rods and frames needed to hang the banners properly.

When displaying your banners, location is everything. Select areas with lots of foot and vehicle traffic, but at the same time make sure that the banners do not pose a hazard to motorists or pedestrians. You may want to check with your local government offices regarding the display of street banners, if you would need special permits or fees, or if there are any existing regulations for the size and locations allowed for your custom street banners.