b'1 Ply/Single Reverse Double Sided (2ply vs 2 sided)A 1 ply or single reverse flag is essentially a single piece of material thatA double-sided flag or banner displays the imprint correctly on both the is printed on one side only.While there is a bleed through (see bleedfront and the back of the product.This can be achieved in one of two through), the reverse side will display the mirror image of the originalways, either a 2 sided flag or a 2 ply flag.artwork.2plyWhen ordering a 1 ply flag, it is important to know where and how theA 2 ply flag or banner is 2 pieces of material that are printed separately flag will be displayed so that the flag is finished in a way that allows theand then sewn together, often with a liner inbetween.For flags or front side to be shown. banners with text or a directionally relevant imprint, a 2 ply product is recommended so that the image will display correctly on both sides. For example,a 1 ply car flag can have a sleeve on the left or right side of the flag depending on which side of the car you wish to display the flag. In the case of pennant or die cut flags, it is important to consider how 1 ply flags tend to fly easier as they have less weight than a 2 ply flag (seethe back side of the flag will appear. Normally, on a 2 ply flag, if the 2 ply) and in many cases offer a more cost effective solution. front side reads left to right so will the back side. If the flag is cut into a pennant shape, then the graphics may have to be altered to fit the 1 Ply/Single Reverse Example shape of the flag. A mirror image is sometimes requested if the image is directional, like an arrow.2 ply flags are also recommended for a flag or banner which is printed on a material that may offer a lower bleed through (see bleed through). A 2 ply flag can, in some cases, such as car flags, offer a stronger more durable product. While a 2 ply flag offers many advantages ,it also increases the weight of the flag and may not be recommended for very large flags on heavy material such as nylon, as the weight may impedeD the ability of the flag to fly in low wind situations.Front Back2 ply flags and banners are available in most materials and in most styles.2 Ply Double Sided Examples If you prefer a 2 ply flag, please check with your sales representative.2 sidedA 2 sided flag or banner is a single ply of material that is printed on both sides.The liner is part of the material. This allows the material to be printed on the front and the back without the ink bleeding though.2 sided material has a built in opaque liner, so little to no light will shine through.Available 2 sided material include:Front Back 2 sided Canvas Polyester2 sided Vinyl PaperCorrugated PlasticFoam BoardT E R M I N O L O G Y PVC Foam BoardFront BackWhat is the difference between a flag and a banner?While the terms flag and banner are often used interchangeably, they are essentially two products with distinct characteristics.A flag is a piece of fabric flown from a mast or pole.Flags are traditionally imprinted with an emblem or insignia that is used symbolically for signaling or identification. Flags can be printed on one or two sides and are usually finished with a header and grommets or a sleeve on the left hand side. Flag are normally sized by ratio, the most common being 1:2, 1:5 or 1:6, but each country, state and organization may have its own standard.378 A banner is a piece of fabric, vinyl, paper, or PVC that is hung on a wall, over an open area or mounted on a display stand. Usually banners are printed on one side with little to no bleed through on the back side (see bleed through). Finishing for banners can vary depending on how the banner is being hung; a grommet in all 4 corners is most commonly used for banners that are hung on a wall or outside. Banners are usually more of an extended rectangular shape but there is no standard ratio or sizing.'