FAQ’S - A list of Frequently Asked Questions about our Banners

How wide and tall are the banners?
What fabrics do you use?
What’s your turnaround time?
Does it cost extra to change a banner color?
What is included in the price of the banner?
Do you sell kits or patterns?
Can we copy your designs?
Can you make a banner from my design?
I have a huge wall to cover. How large a banner can I get?
Can these banners be used outdoors?
What’s your return policy?
How do you clean the banners?
How should I store the banners?
Can a memorial or dedication be put on the back of the banner?

How wide and tall are the banners? Our normal size banners are 7 ft. x 4 ft., 5 ft. x 3 ft. and 4 ft. x 30 in. for vertical banners. The fabric we use comes in 50 inch width so for longer banners (8, 9, and 10 ft.) we can stretch the design a little or use a 60 inch wide satin material. If you need even more width for a banner we can sew on side panels.

For horizontal banners the sizes are a little different. Regular sizes are 9 ft. x 4 ft., 7 ft. x 42 inches, 5 ft. x 30 inches and 4 ft. x 24 inches.

Always keep in mind that we are a custom banner company and you can have the exact size banner for your needs. We do not charge extra for odd sizes. The price will fall between our normal banner sizes. See “Designing Your Banner”.

What fabrics do you use?
The fabric we like best for banners is the Bengaline Moire. It has a wood grain look to it that is classy and hides dust, fingerprints, ect. We only use satin when specifically asked for. Satin has some bad attributes that include showing dust and fingerprints, wrinkles easily, and can outshine the other elements of the banner (letters and graphics).

The banners are lined with a heavier weight fabric on the back which makes them hang nice and straight without weights. We also sew fringe in the bottom and this helps stabilize the bottom of the banner.

What’s your turnaround time?
Our order board is normally running about 4-6 weeks. However if you need your banner sooner we can usually get it done in your time frame. You just have to let us know when you need it. Rush jobs can add $20 - $60 depending on time.

If you are ordering banners that we have in stock then you can get them earlier. We stock banners according to season, so if you order for the season the turnaround time is pretty fast.

Does it cost extra to change a banner color?
No. Don’t judge any of the banners by it’s color. If you are looking for a pair or sets, we can make most of the banners match shape, color, font ect. Just tell is what you want.

What is included in the price of the banner?
Base Prices of Banners ….

7 ft. banner $395.
5 ft. banner 345.
4 ft. banner 295.
Prices over 5 ft. basically add $25. a foot.

These prices include the first hour of design (which is normally more than enough), one graphic, 21 letters of text, tassels, trims, color and shape changes.

Extra Charges….

Design (2nd hour) $call
Extra graphics $30. ea.
Extra letters $1. ea.
Side swags $20. pair
Long swags $30.
Top bar and finials $20.
Processional T-pole $30.
Flag stand $35.

Do you sell kits or patterns?
We do not sell kits or patterns at this time.

Can we copy your designs?
Our designs are the property of Christian Banners and should not be copied.

Can you make a banner from my design?
That’s what we do best. Just send us a rough sketch of what you want. Include size, color, graphic ideas, font ideas with a phone number and we’ll take it from there.

I have a huge wall to cover. How large a banner can I get?
Very large banners (7 x 12 ft.) are difficult to make, cost more and tend not to hang well. It would be better to think in terms of “How many banners should I use to cover this wall?”
If you have a very large area to cover you can use a design that spans multiple banners... we have the layout capabilities to suit your needs.

Can these banners be used outdoors?
No. These are strictly inside banners. Some people have used their banners in parades and festivals and that’s fine but they cannot stay outside for long periods as any moisture on them will harm them.

What’s your return policy?
You can order any standard banner and if you are not satisfied then you can return it for a full refund except shipping. If it is a custom banner, meaning something specific to your church that we could not resell then it is not returnable.

How should I clean the banners?
They are easily cleaned with a vacuum with the upholstery attachment. If you have a big problem like a spill or something then take it to your drycleaners and see if they can spot clean it.

How should I store the banners?
Preferably the banners should stay hanging somewhere and covered with a sheet in a somewhat climate controlled room. If space is a problem then rolling them up and putting them back in their box is ok. Make sure that they are rolled FACE OUT to keep the fronts from getting wrinkled. You can iron them a little when you get them out of storage. Call us with any questions here.

Can a memorial or dedication be put on the back of the banner?
Yes. We do this free of charge. It will be printed on a 3 x 5 inch piece of fabric and put on the back of the banner. There really is no word limit. Just let us know you want this.