Common vinyl products
- Vinyl banners (often 13 oz scrim vinyl) with hems and grommets or pole pockets.
- Adhesive vinyl for walls, counters, and columns, with removable adhesive for rented surfaces.
- Floor graphics with a slip-resistant laminate; many venues and shows require approval and a removable adhesive.
- Window clings and perforated window film for storefronts.
- Vehicle and trailer wraps for display vehicles and mobile tours.
Files that print well
- Build files at full size at 100 to 150 dpi, or at 25% scale at 400 to 600 dpi.
- Add bleed, usually 1 to 2 inches for banners and more for wraps, and keep text away from hems and seams.
- Use CMYK and ask for a printed proof for brand colors.
- Outline fonts or send packaged files.
Venue rules to check
Many venues forbid applying adhesive graphics to their walls, columns, or floors without approval. Floor graphics in aisles usually need show management approval. Ask for the show's graphic and sign rules in the exhibitor manual.
What to ask a shop
- Which printers and inks do you use (latex, UV, or solvent) and are they rated for indoor or outdoor use?
- Do you laminate floor graphics with an anti-slip finish?
- Can you install on site at the convention center?
Questions
How fast can vinyl banners be printed in Las Vegas?
Simple banners are often printed in one to three business days. Rush service is common but tight in the weeks before CES, NAB, and SEMA.
Vinyl or fabric for a booth backwall?
Fabric (SEG or tension fabric) packs smaller, wrinkles less, and avoids glare under show lights. Vinyl costs less and works well for banners and hard surfaces.