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What size banner can people read from the road?
Plan on at least 1 inch of letter height for every 25 feet of distance; a sign seen from 100 feet needs 4-inch capitals, and more if drivers only glance. Banner design guide.
What is the most common poster size?
In the US, 18 x 24 in and 24 x 36 in, followed by 11 x 17 in. Frames for all three are easy to find off the shelf. Poster size chart.
13 oz or 18 oz vinyl?
13 oz scrim vinyl suits most short-term indoor and outdoor jobs. Choose 18 oz blockout for double-sided printing, long outdoor runs or large tensioned banners. Vinyl banner buying guide.
How much resolution does a print need?
About 300 ppi for prints you hold or frame close up, 150 ppi for posters seen across a room, and as little as 60–100 ppi for big banners. Resolution guide.
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