Banners

8ft x 3ft PVC Banner

SKU IB-BAN-017
From £68.33· UK delivery £7.95, free over £99

8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is used for longer shop fronts, railings and fences. Choose 440gsm PVC and the price updates live, opening on the cheapest option.

Material440gsm PVC

Size8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm)

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Price is final. No VAT added. UK delivery £7.95, free over £99. Scottish Highlands +£10; islands and NI quoted.

Free online designer

Design your banner online

Add your company name, phone and logo to a ready-made layout, move things around and see exactly how it will print. Approve it and we print it as you see it. No design fee. Only need the file? Buy the print-ready PDF for £9.99.

Artwork

Design fees are fixed, shown as their own line in your basket, and cover the whole quantity of this item. You can also upload later: we email you after you order.

UK mainland delivery £7.95, free on orders over £99. Remote areas are quoted.

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  • Final price, no VAT added
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Overview

The short answer, then the detail.

8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is used for longer shop fronts, railings and fences. Choose 440gsm PVC and the price updates live, opening on the cheapest option. Standard production is 4 working days, express 2 and saver 6 after your order and artwork are confirmed. UK mainland delivery £7.95, free over £99; no VAT added.

8ft x 3ft PVC Banner from InstantBanners is printed to order for longer shop fronts, railings and fences, and is popular with shops, trades, clubs, schools and event organisers.

8ft x 3ft PVC Banner: sizes and materials

Options: material (440gsm PVC); size (8 × 3 ft); eyelets (Plastic Eyelets, Metal Eyelets); hemming (Hemmed Edges, None); cable ties (none, 1 bag, 2 bags). Quantities from 1 to 99 are priced live, and faster or slower turnaround is available where shown.

Tip: Keep text at least 5cm in from the edge so hems and eyelets do not cut into it.

Artwork: upload a print-ready file, or choose artwork help in the options and our team will set it up. We check every file will print well before printing.

Standard production is 4 working days, express 2 and saver 6 after your order and artwork are confirmed.

Artwork, file check and delivery

Every order for a 8ft x 3ft PVC banner gets a free file check by a person before anything is made. Once your order and artwork are confirmed, our UK production partner makes your banner to order and it is delivered straight to you. UK mainland delivery is £7.95 per order, free on orders of £99 and over; see delivery for timings and areas. We are not VAT registered, so no VAT is added to the price shown.

More like this: banner sizes, or the full banner printing range. Not sure which to choose? Read our guide to what size banner you need.

8ft X 3ft PVC Banner: ordering and delivery

Ordering 8ft x 3ft PVC banner online is simple: choose the options above, see the price straight away, then upload your own artwork or pick an artwork option. Every uploaded file for your 8ft x 3ft PVC banner order gets a free check before anything is made. UK mainland delivery is £7.95 per order, free on orders of £99 and over; see delivery for timings and areas.

More like this: Banners by Size, or all banners. Not sure which to choose? Read our guide to what size banner you need.

Signs, banners and flags shown outdoors count as outdoor advertisements under the Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) (England) Regulations 2007; many can go up without an application, but check with your local council if you are unsure.

Specifications

Materials, sizes and finishing for this product.

Sizes8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm)
Material440gsm PVC
EyeletsPlastic Eyelets, Metal Eyelets
HemmingHemmed Edges, None
Cable Tiesnone, 1 bag, 2 bags
Quantity1 to 99
ProductionStandard 4 days, express 2, saver 6
PrintFull colour
Made byMade to order for InstantBanners, Manchester, by our UK production partner
SKUIB-BAN-017
PriceFinal price shown in the configurator. No VAT is added.
DeliveryUK mainland £7.95 per order, free on orders of £99 and over. Scottish Highlands +£10; islands and NI quoted.
Artwork checkFree file check on uploaded artwork (resolution, size and bleed). Designs made online are approved by you before you order.
Who makes it

Made to order for InstantBanners, Manchester

InstantBanners is a sign and print shop in Manchester. We check your file will print well. This product is then made to order by our UK production partner and delivered straight to you.

  1. 01Your artworkDesign it online and approve what you see, or upload your own file.
  2. 02File checkA person checks uploaded files for size, bleed and resolution.
  3. 03Made to orderMade to order by our UK production partner and delivered straight to you.

Frequently asked questions

About 8ft x 3ft pvc banner.

How many eyelets does a PVC banner have?

Eyelets are fitted around the edge at regular intervals, including every corner, so the banner can be tied on evenly. Choose plastic or metal eyelets in the options.

What is a 8ft x 3ft banner used for?

A 8ft x 3ft banner suits longer shop fronts, railings and fences. It measures 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm).

How long does it take?

Standard production is 4 working days, express 2 and saver 6 after your order and artwork are confirmed. Delivery follows dispatch. UK mainland delivery is £7.95 per order, free on orders of £99 and over.

Is VAT added at checkout?

No. We are not VAT registered, so no VAT is added to the price shown.

What are 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner made from?

440gsm PVC, printed full colour.

What options can I choose?

Eyelets: Plastic Eyelets, Metal Eyelets. Hemming: Hemmed Edges, None. Cable Ties: none, 1 bag, 2 bags.

Can I see the price before ordering?

Yes. The price updates live as you change the options, and opens on the cheapest combination.

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Questions

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What size is the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner?

The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm), from £68.33. For other sizes see 8ft x 4ft PVC Banner, 4m x 1m PVC Banner or 3m x 2m PVC Banner. The price updates live as you choose the other options.

Is this banner waterproof?

Yes. 440gsm PVC is a solid, waterproof banner vinyl made for outdoor use on shop fronts, walls, railings and at events. How long it lasts outside depends on sun, wind and how well it is fixed: hemmed edges, metal eyelets and a tie at every eyelet all help. On an open fence or scaffold where wind hits it hard, a mesh banner is the safer choice because air passes through it.

How should I set up the artwork for this banner?

Set the document to the finished size you ordered, or to exact scale (for example 1:10 for a big banner), with the background running right to the edges. Keep text and logos at least 50 mm in from every edge, because the hem folds over and the eyelets are punched close to the edge. At full size, 100 to 150 dpi is enough for a banner read from a distance. The online designer shows the eyelet positions and the safe area for you. For the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner, set your file up at the size you order, for example 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm).

What artwork options are there for the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner?

The Artwork choice on this page offers: "I will upload print-ready artwork" (free), "Add my text and logo to a clean layout (typesetting)" (£15), "Design it for me from my brief" (£35), "Redraw or vectorise my logo from a low-res file" (£50) and "Design a new logo for me" (£100). Design fees are fixed, show as their own line in the basket and cover the whole quantity of that item. Typesetting includes 1 proof and 2 rounds of changes; design from your brief includes 1 design and 2 rounds of changes. You can also design it yourself in the online designer at no charge.

How does the online designer work?

Yes. Open the designer from this page, pick a starting layout, add your logo, text and photos, and move things around on the canvas. Checks run as you work: sample text left in, text that is too small, items outside the safe area and low resolution images are flagged before you can approve. You approve exactly what you see, then add it to the basket. Designing and previewing is free; the on-screen preview carries a small watermark that is never printed. For the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner, set your file up at the size you order, for example 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm).

What is the cheapest price for the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner?

The lowest price is £68.33, which is what the calculator opens on: material 440gsm PVC and size 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm). Every other combination is priced as you choose it, including faster turnaround, and that price is final because we do not add VAT. UK mainland delivery is £7.95 per order and free when your goods total is £99 or more after any discount code (artwork and design fees do not count towards it).

How much is delivery for the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner?

UK mainland delivery is £7.95 per order and free when your goods total is £99 or more after any discount code (artwork and design fees do not count towards it), so one banner at £68.33 on its own pays £7.95, and the charge disappears once your basket reaches £99. Mainland Scottish Highlands postcodes add £10 once per order. Northern Ireland, the Scottish islands, the Isle of Man, the Channel Islands, the Isles of Scilly and the Isle of Wight are quoted before you order.

How quickly can I get the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner?

Saver is ready to dispatch in 6 working days, Standard in 4 and Express in 2, counted in working days (Monday to Friday, not bank holidays) from when your order and artwork are confirmed. The exact figure for your chosen size and options shows beside each turnaround in the calculator. Courier delivery usually takes 1 to 3 working days after dispatch, and we email the tracking details when the parcel leaves us. On the opening option, the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is ready to dispatch in 6 working days on Saver or 2 on Express.

What happens to a PVC banner in strong wind?

A solid PVC banner on an open fence acts like a sail: the wind pushes on the whole surface and the load goes into the eyelets and ties. Tie every eyelet, keep it taut but not stretched, check the ties after the first windy day and take it down before a storm. For exposed sites that stay up for weeks, choose mesh, which lets a good part of the wind through. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is printed on 440gsm PVC.

What eyelets options are there for the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner?

You can choose plastic eyelets or metal eyelets. Eyelets are the rings punched around the edge for ties. Metal eyelets are stronger than plastic ones and are the better choice for banners that stay up outdoors for a long time. Each choice changes the price live in the calculator, so you can compare before you add to basket. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is printed on 440gsm PVC.

What does the cable ties option mean on the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner?

You can choose none, 1 bag or 2 bags. Bags of cable ties can be added so you have what you need on the day. Tie every eyelet, corners first. Each choice changes the price live in the calculator, so you can compare before you add to basket. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is printed on 440gsm PVC.

What hemming options are there for the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner?

You can choose Hemmed Edges or none. A hem folds and welds the edge so it is stronger and less likely to tear at the eyelets. Hems are worth having on anything going outside. Each choice changes the price live in the calculator, so you can compare before you add to basket. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is printed on 440gsm PVC.

Can my designer send the file straight to you?

Yes. You can upload your file on the product page, or place the order and upload later: we email you after you order. Your designer can send the file to us by email or WhatsApp with your order number, so it does not have to come through you. The turnaround clock starts once your order and artwork are confirmed, so send the file early if you have a deadline. For the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner, set your file up at the size you order, for example 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm).

Which file types do you accept for the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner?

A PDF at the finished size is best, with fonts embedded or converted to outlines. We also take AI, EPS and SVG, and high resolution JPG, PNG or TIFF files. Word, PowerPoint and Canva files are fine as a starting point, but export a full-quality PDF if you can. You can upload up to 3 files of 25 MB each on the product page, or upload later: we email you after you order. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner can also be designed in our online designer, where you approve exactly what you see.

How big should the text be on this banner?

On an 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm) banner, keep text 50 mm in from every edge, which leaves about 814 mm of height to work with. A single headline in capitals 240 mm tall reads from roughly 29 m away, using the sign-trade rule of thumb of 25 mm of capital height for every 3 m of viewing distance. Fewer words, bold fonts and strong contrast read further than more words squeezed in.

What happens if my file is not good enough to print?

Our file check catches the usual problems: the wrong size, no bleed, low resolution images and text too close to the edge. We tell you what needs fixing before anything is printed, and you can send a new file. If you would rather we sort it, the typesetting option (£15, 1 proof and 2 rounds of changes) sets your text and logo on a clean layout. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner can also be designed in our online designer, where you approve exactly what you see.

What resolution does my artwork need for this banner?

For large items read from a distance, 100 to 150 dpi at the finished size is enough. At 100 dpi an 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm) design needs about 9,598 × 3,598 pixels. Logos and text are best as vector artwork, which stays sharp at any size. Photos taken from websites or social media are usually far too small; our file check flags images that may print soft.

Do you check my file before printing?

Yes. A person from our team checks every uploaded file for size, bleed and resolution, and tells you if something needs fixing before anything is made. If you design online instead, you approve exactly what you see on screen, and that is what we print. We print what you supply, so check spelling, phone numbers and dates yourself too. Production starts once your order and artwork are confirmed. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm).

Do I get the print file of my design?

Yes. When you order printing with a design made in our online designer, the high resolution PDF is attached to your order, and once the order is paid you can download it from My Account and your confirmation email. If you only want the file and no printing, approve the design and buy the print-ready PDF for £9.99. It is digital content, so the right to cancel ends once the download starts. For the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner, set your file up at the size you order, for example 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm).

What quantities can I order?

The quantity is part of the options: from 1 up to 99 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 and more). The price shown is the total for the quantity you pick, so divide by the quantity to compare the price each before you order. For a bigger run than the options list, ask for a quote with the size, quantity and deadline. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm).

Will the price change at checkout?

Only delivery is added. The goods price you see in the calculator is final, with no VAT added. UK mainland delivery is £7.95 per order and free when your goods total is £99 or more after any discount code (artwork and design fees do not count towards it). Any artwork or design fee you choose shows as its own line in the basket, so you can see exactly what you are paying for. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is made to order by our UK production partner.

Can you deliver to Northern Ireland, the Highlands or the islands?

Yes, with a difference in price. Mainland Scottish Highlands postcodes, for example around Inverness, Fort William, Oban and Thurso, pay the mainland rate plus £10 once per order, even when the order qualifies for free delivery. Northern Ireland, the Scottish islands, the Isle of Man, the Channel Islands, the Isles of Scilly and the Isle of Wight are quoted before you order: use Get a quote or call 0161 315 1151. We do not deliver outside the UK. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner starts at £68.33 before delivery.

I have a deadline. Is there a faster option for this banner?

Yes. Express makes this banner ready to dispatch in 2 working days on the opening option, priced at £91.10 against £68.33 on Saver (6 days). To plan back from a date, add 1 to 3 working days for the courier after dispatch and allow for artwork: production starts once your order and artwork are confirmed. If the date is very tight, call 0161 315 1151 before you order.

How do I store this banner so I can use it again?

Let it dry completely, wipe off any dirt, then roll it loosely with the printed side facing out, around a tube if you have one. Avoid folding it hard, which leaves creases and can crack the print along the fold. Keep it somewhere dry and away from heat. Remove old cable ties before you roll it so they do not dent the print. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is printed on 440gsm PVC.

What is the difference between 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner and 8ft x 4ft PVC Banner?

The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner comes in 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm); 8ft x 4ft PVC Banner comes in 8 ft × 4 ft. Prices start at £68.33 and £120.70 respectively. Pick the one whose size and material fit where it will go; both pages show live prices for every option.

8ft x 3ft PVC Banner or 4m x 1m PVC Banner: which should I choose?

The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner comes in 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm); 4m x 1m PVC Banner comes in 13 ft 1 in × 3 ft 3 in. Prices start at £68.33 and £103.20 respectively. Pick the one whose size and material fit where it will go; both pages show live prices for every option.

Can I use this banner on a shop front?

Yes. A PVC banner tied to the fascia or railings is a quick way to show an opening, a sale or a new service. For example, 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm) from £68.33. Check with your landlord, and with the council if the sign is large or lit, because shop signs can need advertisement consent.

Can I use this banner indoors?

Yes. PVC banners hang flat and print sharply, so they work well on stage fronts, in halls, receptions and at indoor events. For indoor use without PVC, our PVC-free banners come in the same sizes. Indoors you can hang it with hooks, cord or removable hanging strips through the eyelets instead of ties. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is printed on 440gsm PVC.

Would this banner work at an event or fair?

Yes, tied to railings, fencing or a gazebo, or fixed to an easel or stand. Outdoors, check the ties or base again if the wind gets up. Order early enough to allow for turnaround and delivery before the date. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is printed on 440gsm PVC.

Is this banner suitable for a building site?

For a short time or a sheltered spot, yes; on open fencing for weeks, choose a mesh banner, which lets the wind through. Fix it firmly: cable ties through every eyelet or hole, and check it after windy weather. Our construction site signage guide lists what a typical site entrance needs. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is printed on 440gsm PVC.

Do I need permission to put up this banner?

Always get the landowner's or building owner's permission first. Outdoor banners count as advertisements under the Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) (England) Regulations 2007. Many temporary banners are allowed without an application, but size, place and how long it stays up all matter. If you are unsure, check with your local council before you put it up. Rules in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are similar but set separately. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is printed on 440gsm PVC.

Should my artwork be CMYK or RGB?

Supply CMYK where you can. RGB files are converted to CMYK for print, which can make very bright greens, blues and oranges look slightly duller. If you need a brand colour matched, give us the Pantone reference and we match it as closely as the material allows. Small differences between a screen and the printed item are normal, because screens give off light and print reflects it. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner can also be designed in our online designer, where you approve exactly what you see.

What does the designer check before I approve?

It looks for sample text you have not replaced, text below the smallest size that prints clearly, anything too close to the edge or outside the safe area, logos or photos too low in resolution for the size, and items overlapping text. Blocking problems must be fixed before you can approve; warnings you can accept if you are happy. The checks do not read your spelling, so check names, numbers and dates yourself. For the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner, set your file up at the size you order, for example 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm).

Can I reorder the same banner later?

Yes. Order the same product and options again and upload the same file. If you designed it online, the print PDF from your first paid order is in My Account and your confirmation email, ready to upload again. If anything like a phone number or price has changed, update the artwork before you reorder. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner starts at £68.33 before delivery.

Do I need an account to order?

No. You can check out as a guest and pay by debit or credit card, processed securely by Stripe. Creating an account at checkout lets you see past orders in My Account and download the print files of designs you made online. Either way you get an order confirmation email and a tracking email when your order is dispatched. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is made to order by our UK production partner.

Can I get a VAT invoice?

No. We are not VAT registered, so we do not charge VAT and cannot issue a VAT invoice. You get an order confirmation email with the items, options and total paid, which works as your receipt. Because no VAT is added, the price you see in the calculator is the price you pay for the goods, with delivery shown at checkout. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is 8 ft × 3 ft (2438 × 914 mm).

What payment methods can I use for the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner?

By debit or credit card at checkout. Payments are processed securely by Stripe, and we never see or store your full card number. Your order goes into production once payment is taken and your order and artwork are confirmed. For a large or unusual order you can ask for a quote first. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is made to order by our UK production partner.

What if I spot a mistake after I order?

Contact us straight away on 0161 315 1151 or WhatsApp with your order number. If production has not started we can take a corrected file, or cancel the order and refund you in full. Once production starts the order cannot be changed. Printing that matches the design you approved or the file you supplied is not a fault, so check spelling, phone numbers and dates carefully before you order. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner starts at £68.33 before delivery.

What if my order arrives damaged?

Check it when it arrives. If anything is damaged or missing, tell us within 48 hours with photos of the item and the packaging, through the contact form or on WhatsApp, with your order number. Do not send anything back until we reply; we then arrange a reprint or a refund. This does not affect your legal rights, which the returns page explains. On the opening option, the 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is ready to dispatch in 6 working days on Saver or 2 on Express.

Can this banner be recycled?

PVC banner and mesh material is not accepted in most household recycling collections, so reuse is the best route: store it well and use it again, or give it a second life as a cover or tarp. Some specialist recyclers take PVC banners; check with your local council or waste contractor. The 8ft x 3ft PVC Banner is printed on 440gsm PVC.

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