Large Format Printing

Large-Format Print Materials: A Plain-Language Guide

Choose the right substrate for banners, site signs, interior displays, windows, walls, and short-term promotions.

7 min readBy Lunar Graphics
Large-Format Print Materials: A Plain-Language Guide

Material choice affects colour, finish, durability, weight, installation, and price. The right answer starts with where the graphic will live and how long it needs to perform.

Rigid materials

Coroplast suits short-term outdoor signs, PVC offers a smoother and more substantial panel, while aluminum composite performs well for durable exterior applications.

Flexible and adhesive media

Banner vinyl handles temporary displays, self-adhesive vinyl works across many smooth surfaces, and specialty window films support privacy, promotion, or decorative effects.

  • Location: indoor or outdoor
  • Expected service life
  • Surface and mounting method
  • Required finish and viewing distance

Artwork matters too

Even the best material cannot rescue low-resolution artwork. Supply vector logos, embedded fonts, correct bleed, and images sized for the final viewing distance.

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