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Paper Signs
24 point white card
polyethylene coated |
Corrugated Plastic Signs
4 mil white
corrugated plastic |
Bag Signs
white polyethylene with opaque lining |
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Colors |
1, 2 or full. |
1, 2 or full. |
1 or 2. |
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Sizes |
Any size up
to 24” X 36”. |
Any size up
to 4’ X 8’. |
16” X 26” only. |
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Bleed |
Yes, but not recommended. |
No. |
No. |
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Production Time |
3 to 8 days. |
2 to 7 days. |
7 to 10 days. |
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Minimum Order |
50 |
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1,000 |
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Production Method |
Screen or digital. |
Screen or digital. |
Flexographic. |
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Durability |
Somewhat durable, can fall apart with excess moisture. Stands up to wind. |
Very. Nearly weatherproof. Best choice for area with weather. |
Waterproof, but can’t stand up to wind as well corrugated. |
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Usability |
Can be hard to move, may be heavy for some. Takes staples that can get caught on clothes. |
Bulk, but light, easy to carry multiple signs, easy to stack or store |
Very light, easy to stack or store, don’t take up much space |
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Assembly |
Must staple around wire, takes time. |
Easy, insert H stake into vertically fluted plastic. |
Easy, slip bag over wire frame. |
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Price/Cost |
Good pricing in medium runs. |
Economical in short or medium runs. |
Most economical, especially in quantities of 1,000 or more. |
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Versatility |
Can cut in half and use in windows or other places. |
Hard to cut. Place |
Can cut with scissors easily and tape where you want. |
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Popularity |
Seems to
be fading. |
Gaining in popularity in recent years. |
Popular with bigger campaigns. |
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