Large-format printing is the production capability that underpins most of what we do. The wraps, the murals, the banners, the signage all share the same printer, the same inks, the same operators. This page covers the printing service for jobs where you need the print itself (not a wrap installed on a vehicle or a mural installed on a wall): a banner, a poster, a trade-show backdrop you'll mount yourself.
What we print
| Product | Typical use | Material |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl banners | Events, grand openings, sponsorships, trade shows | 13–15 oz scrim vinyl, hemmed + grommeted |
| Mesh banners | Construction site signage, outdoor wind-load locations | Mesh vinyl (PVC-coated polyester) |
| Trade-show backdrops | Booth backwall graphics | Fabric (tension fabric) or vinyl on retractable stand |
| Retractable banner stands | Trade shows, retail, lobby displays | 33–47″ wide, vinyl on stay-flat substrate |
| Foam-core and PVC poster boards | Indoor displays, trade-show inserts | Mounted print, rigid backing |
| Coroplast yard signs | Real estate, construction, campaigns | Corrugated polypropylene |
| Wall mural panels | Interior feature walls | Cast vinyl with removable adhesive |
| Vehicle wrap film | The print layer of vehicle wraps | Cast print film with protective over-laminate |
| Window graphics | Perforated one-way, frosted, full-print | Specialty window vinyl |
| Floor decals | Retail directional, COVID-era social distancing remnants | Floor-rated anti-slip vinyl |
| Architectural panels | Interior wraps, column wraps, fixture wraps | Cast vinyl with appropriate adhesive grade |
Print spec
What we run:
- Width: up to 60 inches (1.52 m) maximum print width. Larger panels are seamed.
- Resolution: production runs at 1200 dpi for fine detail (logos, small text, photographic content). Banners and large outdoor work runs at 720 dpi (still crisp at viewing distance).
- Inks: eco-solvent and latex UV-rated, suitable for outdoor work without lamination at 2–3 years; up to 5+ years with lamination.
- Colour matching: CMYK standard, Pantone-matched for an additional fee per spot colour. Critical brand colours should be Pantone-spec'd.
- File format: vector (PDF, AI, EPS) preferred. Raster (TIFF, PNG, high-res JPG) accepted at 100+ dpi at final print size.
Pricing
Banners and posters are sold by area; structured products (stands, foam-core, panels) are sold per unit:
| Product | Starting price |
|---|---|
| 13 oz vinyl banner, hemmed + grommeted | $8/sq ft, minimum $75 |
| 15 oz vinyl banner, double-sided | $14/sq ft, minimum $120 |
| Retractable banner stand, 33″ wide | $250 (stand + graphic) |
| Foam-core poster, 24 × 36″ | $90 |
| Coroplast yard sign, 18 × 24″ | $15 each (volume discounts at 25+) |
| Wall mural print (uninstalled, you mount) | $9/sq ft |
| Vehicle wrap film (uninstalled) | $12/sq ft + lamination |
| Perforated window vinyl | $14/sq ft |
| Pantone spot-colour matching | $35 per colour, per job |
For installation services on these products (banner mounting on a building, mural install, window-graphic install, vehicle wrap install), see the signs, wall murals, window graphics, or vinyl wrap pages.
How a print project goes
- Send your file. Vector preferred; raster at print-resolution acceptable. If you don't have artwork, the in-house designer can build it (design fee separate).
- Proofing. We email a digital proof showing the print at scale with bleed and trim marks. Two rounds of revisions included.
- Production. 3–5 business days for standard work. Same-day and rush available for an additional fee.
- Finishing. Banners are hemmed and grommeted; mounted prints are trimmed to size; stand graphics are cut and assembled.
- Pickup or delivery. Most print work is pickup. We deliver in Edmonton for $25–$50 depending on order size and location.
Related work
- Signs: installed signage using prints from this service
- Wall murals: installed mural service
- Window graphics: installed window print service
- Architectural wraps: installed wall and surface wraps
- Yard signs, decals: direct retail of small-format print products
Common questions
How big can you print?
Up to 60 inches (1.52 m) wide in a single sheet. Larger jobs get seamed. For a banner that's 8 ft tall, the seam runs horizontally. For wall murals, the seam can be planned to fall at an inconspicuous point in the design.
What file format should I send?
Vector files (PDF, AI, EPS) are best for logos, text, and any geometric design. Raster files (TIFF, PNG, JPG) are acceptable at 100+ dpi at final print size. A 6-foot-wide banner needs source imagery around 7,200 pixels wide for 100 dpi.
Can you match my brand colour exactly?
Standard CMYK printing matches most digital-screen colours closely but not exactly. For critical brand colours (corporate identity reds, blues, etc.), Pantone-matched printing reproduces the specified PMS colour as accurately as our printer allows. $35 per spot colour per job.
How long do prints last outdoors?
Eco-solvent and latex UV inks: 2–3 years outdoor unlaminated, 3–5 years laminated. Banner vinyl is rated for outdoor use; mesh vinyl extends life in high-wind environments. Indoor prints last indefinitely under normal lighting.
Can I bring in my own material to print on?
Generally no. We print on materials we stock and have profiled for our printers. Bringing your own substrate risks colour and adhesion failure. Exceptions for unusual jobs are possible; ask on quote day.
Do you do rush jobs?
Yes. Same-day to 24-hour turnaround possible for standard banner work, depending on shop schedule. Rush fee is typically 25–50% of base price. Send the job and tell us your deadline; we'll confirm what's possible.
What about colour bleeds and trim marks?
Send files with 0.25″ bleed on all sides for printed products with edge-to-edge content. Trim marks are helpful but not required (we'll add our own if missing). Banner files: add 2″ extra on each end for the hem.