The Banner Blog by National Flag & Display

Fashion's Night Out - Custom Banners and Step and Repeat Backdrops

2011-07-29T09:36:00.000-07:00

September 8th is approaching which means that it is time to get ready for Fashion's Night Out.

National Flag & Display has played a large role in meeting the custom banner, flag and Step and Repeat backdrop needs of our clients in connection with this very special evening.

See what we did on the Macy's Broadway Facade in NYC.

Custom Banners for Smurf Week in NYC

2011-07-29T09:23:00.000-07:00

It was a very "blue" week for National Flag & Display Co. We don't mean "blue" as in our mood. We mean "blue" as in the little blue guys who are the Smurfs.

National Flag was lucky enough to have been chosen by NYC & Co. to produce the custom banners in connection with this very exciting event.

Please see the link attached.http://overheadbin.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/07/27/7179213-smurfy-ny-visitors-seeing-blue-this-week

Custom Banners, Step and Repeat Backdrops and Flags in New York City (NYC)

2011-07-19T08:02:00.000-07:00

What type of substrate should you use for your next Custom Banner, Step & Repeat Backdrop or other Event Banner? This is a question that we are asked time and time again.

The answer really depends on Use, Budget and Ease of Transport:

Use: For high-end uses, we recommend Digitally Produced Fabric using Dye-Sublimation. Dye-Sublimated Banners and Step & Repeat Backdrops produce beautiful, vibrant, products that have a matte finish and are ideal for photographs for any Red Carpet Event.

Budget: When budget is tight, we recommend Ink-Jet on Vinyl. While Vinyl does have the potential for glare when used for Step & Repeat and other Custom Banners, it is an extremely cost-effective way to produce your event banner.

Ease of Transport: The hands down winner in this category is Digitally Produced Fabric using Dye-Sublimation. Because the ink is actually embedded in the fabric (usually polyester poplin), the fabric has an extremely soft "hand" and can be folded without risk of damaging the artwork. When preparing the banners for use, just lightly iron if any wrinkling is apparent.

In contrast, Vinyl banners will need to be rolled to avoid damage. Once a vinyl banner has a crease or wrinkle in it, it is extremely difficult to remove (except through extreme tensioning).

Custom Pillows - A Great "Green" Way to Repurpose Event Banners

2011-07-18T14:33:00.000-07:00

Whether your event involves a Step & Repeat backdrop on a red carpet or a Building Wrap celebrating your company's 100th anniversary or initial public offering, the question is always asked..."What do I do with this huge banner after the event?"

Unfortunately, most banners end up being packed in a box and left in a storage closet never to be seen or heard from again. Given the amount of time and resources that went into their creation, this is a tremendous shame from both a marketing and environmental perspective.

At National Flag, we have been turning these banners into post-event souvenirs in the form of Custom Pillows, Messenger Bags and Tote Bags. These items are "Green" from both a marketing and environmental perpspective.

Please give us a call to discuss the many "green" possibilities for your post event banners and signage.

Happy Bastille Day!

2011-07-14T07:32:00.000-07:00

At National Flag, we are accustomed to Red, White & Blue being associated with the American Flag. Not today...our phones are ringing off of the hook with calls for Red, White & Blue in celebration of Bastille Day!

We wish you all a festive day!

Soft Signage: The Growth of Fabric Printing

2011-07-13T11:40:00.000-07:00

The growth in demand for fabric printing for use in corporate events continues to amaze us at National Flag. From Step & Repeat Backdrops to Building Wraps to Stretched Theatrical Flats, our printers continue to hum!

Please contact us in connection with your soft singage and graphic requirements for your next event.

Happy 4th of July

2011-06-30T14:15:00.000-07:00

Wishing you and your families a very Happy 4th of July!

Banners, Banners, Banners!

2011-05-24T08:55:00.000-07:00

These are exciting times at National Flag & Display. Last week we participated in the Initial Public Offering of Linked In by creating banners for the Facade of the New York Stock Exchange.

The coming weeks will present many more exciting banner opportunities.

We'll keep you posted!

Upcoming Custom Banner and Flag Projects

2011-04-25T09:15:00.000-07:00

We are very excited about some upcoming banner and flag projects. This weekend we will be creating banners, step and repeat backdrops and various signs for the Revlon Run Walk. This is our first year working on this project and we are all very proud to be a part of the event in NYC, NY.

Custom Event Banners

2011-04-07T11:28:00.000-07:00

Custom banners are a great way to brand your corporate event. Whether you are utilizing Step & Repeat banners for the Red Carpet entrance or a large Stage Backdrop behind the event speakers, fabric printing is effecient and cost-effective. Please contact us at 212-462-4000 or http://www.nationalflag.com/ for all of your banner and fabric pritning requirements.

Step & Repeat Banners and Backdrops

2011-04-07T07:52:00.000-07:00

The use of Step & Repeat banners and backdrops for press events continues to grow. Please contact National Flag & Display for any upcoming events that you may have. We can be reached at 212-462-4000 or at http://www.nationalflag.com/.