Description
Backlit Banners and Black Banner Printing
Banners are one of the best options in outdoor advertising when it comes to printing media. There are banners that allow light through (back lit banners) and banners that do not allow light through (black back banners). Both banners banners are made out of a sheet of polyvinyl chloride (PVC).
Flex banner printing in Nairobi is widely popular when it comes to meeting the needs of businesses, schools, trade shows, churches, and restaurants for its affordability and visibility.
Black Banner Printing Services
Black banners (also called flexible banners) are PVC banners that do not allow light through and for this reason, they are thick and tough with grammage of between 400gsm and 450gsm. The toughness of printed black banners makes them ideal for framing and cladding billboards.
Cost of Printing Flex Banners in Nairobi
At Flexrad, our flex banner printing services start at Kes 400/- per square metre.
Backlit Banner Printing Services
Backlit banners on the other hand are lighter, translucent, and of lower grammage to allow light through. When used in light boxes, backlit banners with printed graphics do pop out especially at night thus being very handy for as directional and advertisement signage.
Cost of Printing Backlit Banners in Nairobi
At Flexrad, backlit banner printing services start at Kes 800/- per square metre.
It is a cost-efficient and economical form of outdoor advertising. Stunning graphics and visuals can be laid out according to the available space. Black banners are flexible it can be customized in several ways and is made of highly durable, long-lasting natural colour.
Flexrad is one of the reliable brands when it comes to designing, printing, and installing flex banners in Nairobi. Production is a collaboration of graphic designers and large-format printer operators that are skilful and knowledgeable, to deliver qualitative and informative products. The company is thriving with the dedicated staff and incorporation of the best technology. In this internet age, the role of flex banners cannot be ignored in outdoor advertisement.
Banner Materials We Print
- Black-back PVC banner — thick, tough PVC that blocks light. Use it indoors or outdoors, framed on a metal structure or hung with ropes through metal eyelets.
- Backlit banner — translucent PVC that lets light through, made for light box signs.
- Satin PVC banner — a smooth, grey-back PVC. It is the material we use for roll-up banners.
- Self-adhesive vinyl banner — a thin PVC (typically 140gsm) with a sticky back, for short-term signage. For decals and labels, see vinyl sticker printing.
- Fabric banner — lightweight and wrinkle-resistant, best for indoor use.
- Mesh banner — perforated so wind passes through, a good option for outdoor use.
- Canvas banner — heavy-duty canvas for indoor or outdoor use.
Black-back, backlit, satin and self-adhesive vinyl can be ordered online above, priced per square metre. Fabric, mesh and canvas banners are quoted on request.
Banners for Events and Displays
Need a banner that stands on its own? See our roll-up banners and tear drop banners. For a photo backdrop at launches and press events, see media walls and press wall banners.
How to Order
- Choose the banner material and tell us the size you need.
- Send your artwork, or ask our designers to prepare it.
- Tell us how the banner will be hung — eyelets and ropes, or framed.
For sizes, bulk orders or installation, call or WhatsApp +254 751 997 079, or contact us.







