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> How a tension fabric backdrop and a vinyl banner differ, and which suits a church stage, lobby or lawn.

# Fabric Backdrop or Vinyl Banner for a Church?

How a tension fabric backdrop and a vinyl banner differ, and which suits a church stage, lobby or lawn.

|  | Fabric backdrop | Vinyl banner |
|---|---|---|
| How it stands | On its own aluminum frame | Hangs from a wall, poles or a separate stand, by grommets |
| Under stage lights and camera flash | Matte, no glare | Glossy surfaces reflect light |
| Wrinkles | Stretched tight over the frame | Can crease when rolled or folded |
| Cleaning | Machine wash cold, hang dry | Wipe clean |
| Where it works | Indoors | Indoors and outdoors |
| Changing the design | Keep the frame, swap the print | Buy a new banner |
| Best for | Stage, lobby, photo wall, portable church | Outside the building, fences, short events |

## Which should a church choose?

Indoors, a fabric backdrop: it stands by itself, has no glare on camera and can be washed. Outdoors, a vinyl banner: it handles rain and wind. Sunday Backdrops sells fabric backdrops only.

## Does a fabric backdrop cost more than a vinyl banner?

Usually, because it includes a frame. A fabric backdrop with frame and bag starts at $419. After the first order you buy only the print, from $229.

## Related

- [Prices](https://sundaybackdrops.com/pages/pricing)
- [What size church backdrop do you need?](https://sundaybackdrops.com/pages/what-size-church-backdrop)
- [How to set up a church backdrop](https://sundaybackdrops.com/pages/how-to-set-up-a-church-backdrop)
- [How to change the print on a backdrop frame](https://sundaybackdrops.com/pages/how-to-change-a-backdrop-print)
- [Fabric backdrop or vinyl banner?](https://sundaybackdrops.com/pages/fabric-backdrop-vs-vinyl-banner)
- [Backdrop or photo wall?](https://sundaybackdrops.com/pages/backdrop-vs-photo-wall)
- [Printed backdrop or pipe and drape?](https://sundaybackdrops.com/pages/backdrop-vs-pipe-and-drape)
- [Church backdrop buying guide](https://sundaybackdrops.com/pages/church-backdrop-guide)