VINYL BANNERS
1. Always roll your banner with the design to the inside. Make sure the banner is completely dry before you roll it up. Do not store it when wet or damp.
2. NEVER FOLD THE BANNER!
3. Never use a rubber band to secure the banner roll as this will casue creases.
4. Loosely roll onto a rigid core or tube of some kind to ensure that it does not kink, crease or smash.
5. Store in a cool, dry location.
6. Clean with a soft, damp rag if dirty.
7. Do not use harsh substances like chemical cleansers or scrubber sponges on banner.
8. Keep the banner away from solvents such as paint thinner, acetone, alcohol, gasoline, etc.
9. Do not allow the banner to have ink to ink contact with itself or any other type of print or paint.
FABRIC BANNERS
Fabric can be machine washed with cold water and gentle cycle. Lay flat or hang to dry. Wrinkles or creases can be eliminate with hand steamer. Do NOT bleach, tumble dry, or iron.
If your exhibit fabric has a zipper, please keep zipper closed for storage.
Use a fabric steamer to gently release wrinkles and creases.
Washing
1. Your fabric graphic can be machine washed. Remove any hardware attached to the fabric prior to cleaning. Use MILD soap and cool water. Air dry fabric, dry on frame if frame is available.
2. Fabric must be COMPLETELY dry prior to storing.
3. DO NOT DRY CLEAN
Stain Treatment
1. Treat stain from backside of fabric.
2. Remove as much of debris as possible with a soft bristle brush (do NOT rub too hard)
3. Use a clean, lint-free white cloth. Lightly pat the stain from the outside moving in (to keep stain from spreading)
4. If a cleaning solution is used, rinse the area well with water to ensure NO solution is left on fabric.
5. Most stains can be treated with household fabric stain removers. It is ALWAYS important to test how the solution will react to the fabric. This can be tested by dabbing solution to a small corner of the fabric. Most household cleaners will provide treatment instructions depending on the type of stain.
Iron with caution: If ironing is absolutely necessary, turn the banner to the unprinted reverse side, use the lowest heat setting, and place a clean white cotton press cloth or towel between the iron and the fabric. Never iron directly on the print.
For spot cleaning, mix a paste of baking soda with water and apply to the stain for about 30 minutes before rinsing. You can follow with a mild 1:1 vinegar spray, let sit for about 15 minutes, then rinse. After treating stains, clean the full banner using mild soap and water. Always test first in an inconspicuous area.