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It is the unit of measure for silk, rayon and nylon fibers and fabrics. The higher the denier the thicker and more dense the fabric. For example, 200 denier nylon means that one strand of the fiber is used to weave the fabric weights 200 grams for 9,000 yards. Fire Retardant vs Fire Resistant - Fire resistant fabrics inherently resist ignition and heat, and self extinguish if they are ignited. Some companies have engineered fabrics where the actual structure of the fiber is not flammable. The fire resistant feature of these fabrics cannot be worn or washed away. Fire retardant fabrics are chemically treated to be fire resistant. The fabric or fiber is treated with a chemical additive that is heat activated. This chemical causes a reaction which extinguishes the fire. The chemical treatment can fade over time with washing and use. Chlorine bleach is known to cause significant damage to fabrics treated with fire retardant, and should be avoided. How To Choose A Material wPoly vs Nylon- Both materials are great for outdoor use. Nylon is a bit stiffer. It has tighter weave and a more matte finish. Knitted Polyester (wPoly) is silkier and shinier than nylon. It has a more open weave which makes it great in high wind areas. Due to its more open weave, wPoly is slightly sheer but offers a very good bleed through. Nylon is the more traditional outdoor material in the USA and is the standard material for most USA flags. The choice between wPoly and nylon is based on your preference, as both are excellent outdoor materials. wPoly vs ePoly- While both materials are polyester these two materials are very different. Economy polyester (ePoly) is a light-weight indoor material with a matte finish. It has a great bleed through and is slightly sheer. ePoly should be used almost exclusively indoors. Knitted polyester (wPoly) is an outdoor material with a silky, shiny finish. It has an open weave which causes it to look a bit sheer. If you are looking for an event flag or indoor flag, ePoly is a great option. For long term or outdoor flags, wPoly is a better choice. Vinyl- There are several vinyl options offered. There are two basic types: smooth or scrim. Scrim vinyl has a thin polyester mesh sandwiched between two layers of vinyl. The scrim mesh provides strength and body to the vinyl. Smooth vinyl does have have the inner mesh so it has a smooth, bright face and a uniform print surface. Smooth vinyl is great for retractable banner stands, indoor signage and temporary outdoor banners. Vinyl is offered in weights from 10 oz. to 21 oz. The heavier the vinyl, the more durable it will be. 13 oz. scrim vinyl is the standard vinyl used for most outdoor signs and banners. If you are planning on hanging a banner outside your business or at a party, 13 oz. scrim vinyl is the best option. If you are looking for an extra-large banner or hanging a banner in a high wind area, a stronger vinyl is advisable. Light-post banners are usually 18oz or 21oz vinyl due to the wear and tear on the banner. Silk poly vs wPoly- For indoor display products such as podium banners and table covers, silk poly and wPoly are both popular options. Silk poly is heavier and more opaque than the wPoly, and has a shinier finish. Silk poly has almost no bleed through while the wPoly has a very good bleed through. For banners that will be hanging against a wall or for table covers, silk poly is a good option. wPoly offers a sheerer presentation and lower price. Corrugated Plastic vs Foam Board vs PVC Foam- All three materials are ligh-weight, cost effective sign materials. Corrugated plastic is the only one of three that is recommended for outdoor use. It is most popular for lawn signs or temporary event signage. Foam board and PVC foam board are both great indoor sign options. The smooth printing surface can be digitally printed, offering high quality graphic reproduction. Both are popular for table-top displays, wall signs and presentations. PVC foam board has a thin, stiff plastic sheet on the outside of the foam versus the paper on the standard foam board, making it more durable and a better choice for extended usage. Knitted vs Woven Woven fabric has multiple yarns that cross each other at right angles to form the grain. The end result looks like a basket. Woven fabrics are less likely to snag, and are lighter and more wind resistant than knitted fabrics. Knitted fabric has one continuous yarn which is looped repeatedly. The end result looks like long rows of tiny braids. A warp knitted material uses the same idea but instead of being knitted linearly, the yarn zigzags along the length of the fabric. Knitted fabrics tend to be thicker, have more stretch and are more wrinkle resistant then woven fabrics. Nonwoven fabric is a fabric like material that is neither woven nor knitted. It is made from long fibers tangled and bonded together by either a chemical or mechanical process. Nonwoven fabrics can be processed for a variety of uses and can be tailored for a specific purpose. Felt is a nonwoven material and can be made from wool, acrylic or polyester fibers. Woven Material Knit Material Material Fire Resistant- standard Fire Resistant- certified Fire Retardant treatment 2 ply Spun Polyester - - available upon request 2 sided Canvas Polyester - - available upon request 2 sided Vinyl included available upon request - 200D Canvas Polyester - - available upon request 200D Nylon - - available upon request 400D Nylon - - available upon request 5mm Plastic - - - 600D Canvas Polyester - - available upon request 9 mil Poly included available upon request - 9 mil Poly Blockout included available upon request - Acrylic - - available upon request Acrylic Plastic - - - Adhesive Vinyl included available upon request - Bandana Cotton - - available upon request Brushed Cotton - - available upon request Corrugated Plastic - - - Cotton - - available upon request Cotton Twill - - available upon request ePoly - - available upon request Fabric Mesh - - available upon request Felt, Acrylic - - - Felt, Wool - - - Flag Paper - - - Foam Board - - - Laminated Paper - - - Magnetic Vinyl included available upon request - Non-woven Poly Rayon - - available upon request PVC Foam Board - - - Silk Polyester - - available upon request Spandex Polyester - - available upon request Static Cling Decal-Clear included available upon request - Static Cling Decal- White included available upon request - Vinyl, Mesh included available upon request - Vinyl, Scrim included available upon request - Vinyl, Smooth included available upon request - wPoly - - available upon request