What Size Retractable Banner Should I Buy?
Retractable banners come in two very different heights, and picking the right one is mostly about where the banner will stand — on the floor beside your booth, or on a table or counter. Here's how the Apex sizes map to those spots.
The two sizes
| Size | Dimensions | Where it works |
|---|---|---|
| Table Top | 11.5″ × 17.5″ | Registration and welcome desks, retail and restaurant counters, exhibition tables, point of sale |
| Floor — Standard | 33″ × 81″ | Aisles, booth entrances, lobbies — full-height presence you read from a distance |
| Floor — Deluxe | 33″ × 81″ | Same footprint as Standard, premium hardware for frequent use and close-up looks |
Full-height floor stands (33″ × 81″)
This is the classic trade-show banner — tall enough to read across an aisle and to frame the edge of a booth. Both the Standard and Deluxe stands print at this size; they differ only in hardware, not dimensions. If you're deciding between them, see Standard vs Deluxe.
Tabletop banners (11.5″ × 17.5″)
The Table Top banner is a compact retractable that sits on a counter or table — a mini version of the floor stand. It's the right size for a registration desk, a restaurant or retail counter, or a demo table where a full-height banner would be too big.
Which should you choose?
Go full height (33″ × 81″) for anything read at a distance — the front of a booth, an entrance, a lobby.
Go tabletop (11.5″ × 17.5″) for close-range messaging on a surface — desks, counters and tables. Many exhibitors use both: a floor stand out front and a tabletop on the counter.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a size between the two? Ask about other sizes when you request a quote and we'll tell you what's available for your artwork.
Is the tabletop a retractable too? Yes — it's a compact retractable with a small aluminium base and a replaceable graphic.
How do I get pricing? Request a quote with your size, artwork and quantity and we'll send pricing and a free proof.
See the Table Top, Standard and Deluxe stands, or browse all banner stands.