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Tension Fabric Displays
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A straight tension fabric display. This tension fabric display is flat with two feet keeping it upright. Made with lightweight and durable aluminum poles. - Tension Fabric Display (Curved)
A curved tension fabric display. This tension fabric display's curved design allows it to stand upright. Made with lightweight and durable aluminum poles.
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What are Tension Fabric Displays?
Tension fabric displays provide a perfect backdrop for trade shows. The design is printed onto the tension fabric using a dye sublimation process, resulting in a high-quality image. These displays use a pillow-case design where the fabric slides over an aluminum frame, providing a tight, large display. Tension fabric displays are lightweight and easy to use, making them ideal for trade shows and other events.
Tension fabric displays come in two different types: straight and curved. Each type has three different sizes. They can be used for trade shows, conventions, photoshoots, weddings, backdrops, and other events. Assembly time takes less than 10 minutes.
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Tensions Fabric Display Features
Single or Double-Sided
Choose between single-sided or double-sided. Choose double-sided to double your visibility or easily swap your message by simply flipping your display around.
Wrinkle Free
The tension fabric simply slides over the assembled poles in a pillowcase-like design. The tension fabric also makes the graphic wrinkle-free.
Lightweight
Made from a 8.8 oz tension fabric graphic and aluminum frame, this entire display weighs right around 20 lbs, making it possible for practically anyone to carry it.
Easy Set Up
Easily put your tension fabric display together in less than 10 minutes! Simply connect the poles and slide the tension fabric over the top. Velcro closed and you’re good to go!
Options & Accessories
Straight
The most common option is the straight tension fabric display. This comes in three sizes: 8ft, 10ft, and 20ft. Each straight tension fabric display comes with metal ‘feet’ that help keep it upright.
Curved
The other display option is curved. The curved tension fabric display comes in three sizes: 6ft, 8ft, and 10ft. Unlike the straight tension fabric display, the curved displays don’t have metal ‘feet’. Instead, they use the curved design to keep them upright.
Double-Sided
All of our tension fabric displays have the option of being double-sided. Choose between the same design for double the visibility, or do a different design on the front and back to display two different messages!
Standard Soft Case
By default, all of our tension fabric displays come with a soft canvas bag at no additional charge. The soft canvas bag comes with two handles, making it easier to transport. The soft case uses a zipper to open and close.
LED Lights
You may include LED lights with your tension fabric display. This option includes two LED lights (aside from the 20ft display, which comes with four) designed to easily mount to your tension fabric display.
These lights help brighten and draw more attention to your display. They are easy to install and plug into a regular AC outlet.
Additional Specs
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Weight
20 lbs with soft case.
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Thickness
8.8 oz. tension polyester fabric (about the thickness of 5 sheets of copy paper).
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Details
8.8 oz tension fabric with Velcroed bottom to secure display on a portable frame/pole set.
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Uses
Indoor use for trade show and convention displays. Backdrop for photographs. Weddings. Media events. Marketing exhibits. Outdoor use is possible in calm weather, but recommended for indoor use only.
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Print Method
Full color dye sublimation printing process.
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Estimated Lifespan
2+ years with proper care and storage
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Easy to Use Design Tool
Create your custom tension fabric display with our simple and easy design tool. Upload images, create objects, add text, adjust sizing, change color, and so much more!
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Whether you need help uploading your design or are interested in creating something entirely new, our team of professional graphic designers is here to help. Nothing beats free!
Sizing Chart
How to Assemble Your Tension Fabric Display
Tension fabric displays are quick and easy to set up. They can be set up by one person in 5-10 minutes.
How to Install Fleet Lettering
All of our fleet lettering comes pre-spaced and pre-masked with transfer tape, making installation a simple, all-at-once process. Follow the step by step instructions below to get it installed exactly as you envision it.
Lay the poles out on the ground in the basic shape of the tension fabric display. Each pole is labeled with a numbered sticker. The numbers will match to show which sides should be connected. Ex. 1 matches with 1, 2 matches with 2, etc.
While still on the ground, connect all the poles. The poles use a ‘push-button’ locking mechanism that secures the poles together. (If it is a straight display, you will need to connect the feet to the poles by screwing them in).
Slide the tension fabric over the now assembled poles and velcro the bottom of the tension fabric display shut.
Simply lift your Tension Fabric Display upright and voila! Your tension fabric display is ready to go.
Download or Print Tension Fabric Display Set Up Instructions PDF
Taking Care of Your Tension Fabric Display
Removing Wrinkles
Once stretched over the frame, all wrinkles should be removed due to the tension fabric material. If wrinkles still appear, we recommend using a low-powered fabric steamer to remove them.
Cleaning
The fabric of the tension fabric display can be machine washed with cold water on a low cycle setting. Do not use heavy detergents or bleach. Only air dry, do not use a tumble dryer.
Do not Bleach
Delicate
Wash Cold
Hang Dry
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Product Specs
Do your fabric displays have the ability to stretch?
What material is the display made of? Are there any other materials available for tension fabric displays?
The tension fabric display is made out of an elastic polyester which allows the material to stretch without impacting the durability or clarity of the display. We only offer tension fabric for this product.
What are the differences between the tension fabric display and your step and repeat display?
What are the differences in the materials that you offer for your various displays? Tension fabric versus polyester fabric display and a muslin fabric display? What about canvas, vinyl, and mesh displays?
Tension fabric is a high quality, elastic polyester that can be stretched to be pulled taut against a display frame. On the other hand, standard polyester fabric does not allow the same degree of stretchability but is still a high quality material that is lightweight and durable, making it perfect for display use. Both tension fabric and polyester fabric displays have the design printed using dye sublimation. Tension fabric displays obviously use the tension fabric while our fabric and step and repeat banners use normal polyester. Muslin fabrics are comprised of a natural cotton, which can be compared to lightweight cotton cloth. Designs are either screen printed onto the material or stitched in. Muslin displays are typically used for indoor decorative purposes only. We do not offer any products with muslin. Canvas prints or displays are made from a thick linen or cotton blend. This material is thicker and more durable than muslin fabric, but is not viable replacement for polyester fabric. Canvas is used for painting, printing photographs, or as a decorative display. Our canvas prints are part of our Signs For Home product line and used more for home decor purposes rather than trade show uses. Vinyl is the thickest material, offering unmatched durability. Our vinyl banners are made from a 13 oz. vinyl and are printed on using UV ink. This material is suitable for indoor and outdoor use and is commonly used for outdoor advertising displays because of its general resistance to weather and sunlight.
What is the difference between the straight and curved tension fabric displays?
Can the tension fabric display be used as a photography backdrop?
How thick are your tension fabric displays? Do you offer any other thickness options?
Does overuse of the fabric display result in the fabric losing its stretchability?
What are the minimum and maximum dimensions of your fabric displays?
Is the frame adjustable in size?
Can the frame be adjusted to create a curved display?
Do you offer curved tension fabric displays?
Do you print double-sided tension displays?.How do I enable this option?
Does the fabric display allow light to pass through it? Does it offer a degree of transparency?
How does the display attach to the frame?
The fabric display is easily attached to the frame by pulling it over the top of the frame. The elasticity of the material allows the display to fit snugly over the frames and is then secured using a velcro at the bottom to ensure the display does not slowly slip from the frame. This is commonly called a pillow case display.
What material is the frame made out of?
Do the aluminum poles have bungee cords inside of them?
Will the display sag or bunch up when displayed on the frame?
When properly attached to the frame, with the velcro closed, your custom tension fabric display will not bunch up or sag when displayed. Tension provided by the frame will cause the display to remain taut and wrinkle free while being displayed.
Will my display have seams?
Are the edges of your tension fabric displays hemmed?
There are no hemmed edges on the tension fabric display. The sides do have stitching that is unnoticeable when displayed. The velcro portion of the banner is concealed at the bottom of the fabric display and will not be visible when displayed.
What kind of printing process do you use for your tension fabric displays?
Are the fabric displays a matte or gloss finish?
Should I be concerned about the fabric display ripping or tearing?
How do I create a picture or photo display?
Usage
Can I use tension fabric displays outdoors?
What are typical uses for your tension fabric displays?
Can I use a different display with the frame?
Are your tension fabric displays weather resistant?
Can I use rope or string to secure my display to a solid object?
Will the design on my display fade over time? Is it able to be scratched off?
If I purchased the optional LED lights how do I set them up?
How many watts are the LED lights?
Installation & Care
How do I set up my tension fabric display?
Assembling your tension fabric display can be done in a few simple steps and is easily done when you follow the instructions included. To help explain the process, we have included a step-by-step list below. Included in the frame set are 4 main poles and 2 L-shaped pole connectors. The pole frame set employs a push-button locking mechanism that secures the poles together, with an inner bungee cord that aids in the assembly process. The poles are labeled at each end with a numbered sticker, which corresponds to a number on the connecting pole part. The side labeled ‘1’ will attach to another side labeled ‘1’ and so on and so forth. We will refer to the individual poles by the numbers on each end (for example, 2-3 is the top pole and 1-6 is one of the side poles). Construct the frame on the ground to help aid in the ease of assembly. First, you will insert the side poles (1-6 and 4-5) into the bottom pole (5-6). To insert the poles into the corresponding end, press down on the silver button and push the end of the pole into the opening until the silver button clicks into place. Once each side pole is attached to the base pole, attach the L-shape pole pieces (1-2 and 3-4) to the top pole (2-3). Attach the completed top piece to the two pole sides of the bottom piece. With the frame constructed it’s time to slip the display over the top of the frame. Have the front of the display facing forward and carefully put the display on the frame as you would slip a pillow case on a pillow. The tension material will allow the display to stretch to fit the frame, creating a snug hold on the frame. When the fabric display is fully over the frame, use the velcro on the bottom of the display to secure it in place on the frame. Place the completed frame set on the bases, which fit into the bottom of the poles at each side of the frame. Now that the tension display is completed, and with the help of another person, elevate the display to its upright position.
How do I store my display?
My display is wrinkled - how do I remove the wrinkles?
How do I wash my display? Can I use a washing machine to clean my display? What about a tumble dryer to dry it?
The tension fabric display is machine washable with cold water on a low cycle setting. Do not use any heavy detergents or bleach when washing the display. Only allow the display to air dry. Do not use a tumble dryer, this will cause warping of the fabric and possible damage to the printed design.