130gsm Shiny Knitted Polyester
Proof before print: every order gets a digital proof for approval. Turnaround: printed in 24–48 h, delivered worldwide in 3–6 days. Trade accounts: volume pricing from 50 sq ft.
Shinier, slightly heavier knit for a brighter, more reflective banner face.
Lightweight knitted polyester that flutters in the lightest breeze and takes dye-sublimation beautifully — colour is infused into the fibre for photographic, edge-to-edge prints that never crack or peel. Extra-shiny satin sheen for a bright, eye-catching surface.
Best for
Flags, Event backdrops, Promotional banners.
Key advantages
- Vibrant, permanent dye-sub colour
- light enough to move in a breeze
- breathable knit sheds wind load
- slight through-print on the reverse
- tear-resistant, foldable and easy to ship. Extra-shiny satin sheen for a bright, eye-catching surface
Specifications
| Material & construction | Knitted |
|---|---|
| Weight | 130 gsm (Light) |
| Print method | Dye Sublimation |
| Print sides | Single/Double |
| Opacity | Semi-opaque, satin sheen |
| Finish & feel | Soft matte knit |
| Indoor / outdoor | Indoor & sheltered outdoor |
| Wind & breathability | Moves in a breeze — great for flags; use mesh for fully exposed sites |
| Water resistance | Not waterproof |
| Fire rating | Not fire-rated |
| Durability | Medium |
| Best-use lifespan | Outdoor 6–12 mo |
| Recommended finishing | Hems, pole pockets, sleeves, eyelets |
| Care | Machine washable |
| Eco & certifications | Standard polyester (recyclable) |
Good to know
Not ideal for: Long-term fully-exposed windy sites; opaque double-sided work. Consider instead: Heavier knit or 210D Oxford for tougher outdoor use.
How this fabric compares in its family
The nearest lighter and heavier weights in the same family, side by side.
| 115gsm Knitted Polyester | 130gsm Shiny Knitted Polyesterthis fabric | 140gsm Spun Polyester | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 115 GSM | 130 GSM | 140 GSM |
| Opacity | Semi-sheer | Semi-opaque, satin sheen | Opaque, matte |
| Print sides | Single/Double | Single/Double | Single/Double |
| Fire rating | — | — | — |
| Best-use lifespan | 6-12 months | 6-12 months | Indoor 3+ yrs |
| Price / sq ft | $1.27 | $1.65 | $2.41 |