FAQs
What is an eco-friendly banner?
It is estimated that up to 1.2 million PVC banners are produced every year. Of this total, we recycle less than 1%. That’s a lot of PVC being taken to landfill or burnt releasing harmful toxins into the environment. Eco-friendly banners are made with biodegradable materials and practices. This means they can be fully recycled without harming the environment.
Eco-friendly banners can also be referred to as recyclable banners, sustainable banners, eco banners, biodegradable banners, plastic-free banners and more!
Eco banners are growing in popularity as an alternative to the impact traditional PVC banners have on the environment. Printing equipment used to produce eco banners is designed to minimise energy consumption & reduce carbon footprint.
Environmentally friendly banners don’t compromise quality. Eco-friendly banners offer high-impact graphics to help advertise your brand, event or construction project.
What are the benefits of eco banner printing?
Eco banner printing is becoming more popular with businesses that want to become more sustainable. Sustainable banner printing offers the following 6 benefits:
- Reduces waste going to landfill or being burnt
- Helps reduce your carbon footprint
- Uses inks free of harmful chemicals
- Durable and long-lasting
- Aligns with your company’s sustainability values
- High-impact advertising for your event or brand
If you have any questions or want to know how eco-friendly banners compare to PVC banners, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Do eco-friendly banners cost more?
Eco-friendly banners do cost slightly more than traditional banner printing. However, the gap in cost isn’t as large as you might expect. Below is a table comparing the price per square metre rate of eco-friendly banner prices with other affordable banner materials.
| Square metres | Eco-friendly 230gsm Heavy Polyester Mesh | 115gsm Polyester Airmesh | 440gsm PVC |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 - 4.99 | £17.25 | £13.86 | £13.43 |
| 5 - 24.99 | £15.53 | £12.47 | £12.08 |
| 25 - 49.99 | £14.95 | £12.01 | £11.28 |
| 50 - 99.99 | £14.66 | £11.78 | £11.01 |
| 100 - 199.99 | £14.09 | £11.32 | £10.74 |
| 200 - 299.99 | £13.51 | £10.86 | £10.47 |
| 300+ | £12.94 | £10.40 | £10.20 |
How long will eco-friendly banners last
Eco-friendly banners offer similar strength and durability to traditional banners. The lifespan of your eco banner is dependent on the conditions they’re exposed to and how well they’re cared for. To keep your sustainable outdoor banners looking great, clean any dirt or debris using a sponge and warm soapy water.
Are eco-friendly banners as good as a traditional banner?
Yes, it is. Environmentally friendly banners use a dye sublimation print process that offers a high-resolution finish that is sure to stand out. The inks used are water-based, meaning they don’t contain any harmful chemicals.
3 ways to recycle your eco-friendly banners
There are several ways you can recycle eco-friendly banners or even some traditional banner materials.
1. Recycling centres
Eco-friendly banners can be taken to your local recycling centre. Polyester fabrics are quite easy to recycle and reuse. However, more traditional banner materials such as PVC are most likely to head to landfill.
2. Re-use your banners
All banners are reusable so you can reduce your carbon footprint even with PVC, mesh or fabric banners. Below are some ideas for recycling your banners for other uses:
- Outdoor covers – PVC banners are waterproof, making them a good material for covering garden furniture
- Bag for life – if you’re feeling creative, you can create a strong & stylish bag for life with your old banner
- Floor covers – large PVC banners are great as groundsheets or floor covers for DIY tasks
- Table covers – protect your table from spillages, scratches or accidents with your old banner
- Playmats – use your banner as a playmat for arts, crafts and painting activities
- Temporary flooring – cover garage floors, horse stables and more. PVC banners in particular help reduce dust and are easy to clean
3. Donate your banner
You may not have the time to reuse your banner for other purposes but don’t want to throw it away. Check with local schools, clubs or nurseries to see if they can make use of them. They may have ideas on how they can use your banner and prevent it from going to landfill.
