How much will my vinyl banner weigh?

It is important to know how the weight of your vinyl banner.

The weight can effect the installation and transport of your banner. Small banners (example – 8′ x 10′, 8′ x 8′) will generally weigh less than 10 lbs. They are usually easy to transport and hang without taking the weight into consideration. Large banners (example – 15′ x 30′, 20′ x 40′) can weigh more than 40 lbs. At this size, you will need to plan for moving and installing the banners.

Some stages or venues have weight limits. It is important to make sure you select the correct material so it can be safely mounted on the stage for your event.

Banner Weight Calculation

The weight of your banner will vary with size and type. Below I’ve outlined the different kinds of vinyl we carry.

All weights include our standard finishing – grommets every 2′ and hems all four sides. Unfinished banners will weigh slightly less. Banners finished with extra grommets or Velcro will weigh slightly more.  

13 oz. Vinyl

• These banners weigh 13 oz. per square yard.
• For a finished banner (grommets & hems) use this formula:
  total surface area in feet (length x height) * 0.12 = weight in lbs

90/10 Vinyl Mesh

• These banners weigh 10% less than 9 oz. vinyl.
• For a finished banner use this formula:
  total surface area * 0.083 = weight in lbs

70/30 Vinyl Mesh

• These banners weigh 30% less than 9 oz. vinyl.
• For a finished banner use this formula:
  total surface area * 0.065 = weight in lbs

30/70 Vinyl Mesh

• These banners weigh 70% less than 9 oz. vinyl.
• For a finished banner use this formula:
  total surface area * 0.028 = weight in lbs

With any kind of banner, remember to add a few pounds for packaging.

Helpful Conversions

• 1 lb = 16 oz
• 1 yd = 3 ft

Questions about banner weight?

If you have questions about how much your banner will weigh, please reach out. Our banner experts are happy to help you with your banner questions.