Wall Banner Display Tips for Warhammer Hobby Rooms

Quick answer

Hang your Warhammer wall banner from its twin metal eyelets using wall-safe hooks or a slim rod, keep it out of direct sunlight and damp, and arrange banners by theme rather than filling every gap. Check the wall type first so the banner stays flat and secure.

Steps to hang and care for your banner

1. Choose and prepare the wall spot: Pick a flat interior wall away from direct sunlight, radiators, and damp. Wipe the area clean and let it dry fully. Common mistake: hanging over a heat source or in a cold, condensation-prone corner, which can warp the fabric over time. Check for hidden cables or pipes before drilling or applying adhesive hooks.
2. Mark and level the hanging points: Use a spirit level to mark two points that match the banner's eyelet spacing. For the Iron Warriors or Blood Bowl Red Logo banners, the twin eyelets are your guide. Common mistake: eyeballing the spacing so the banner hangs crooked or the eyelets pull. Measure eyelet-to-eyelet distance on the banner itself, not from the product photo.
3. Install appropriate hooks or a rod: Use wall hooks, nails, or a slim rod that fit through the metal eyelets and are rated for the banner's weight. For rentals, choose removable adhesive hooks and test one with a small weight overnight. Common mistake: using hooks that are too thick for the eyelets or too weak for the fabric's pull. If using adhesive hooks, clean the wall with isopropyl alcohol and let it dry before applying.
4. Hang and smooth the fabric: Hook both eyelets, then gently pull the bottom corners to remove slack. Do not iron directly on the print; if creases persist, use a cool iron on the reverse side with a pressing cloth, or hang in a steamy bathroom briefly. Common mistake: ironing the printed face directly, which can damage the sublimation print. For stubborn creases, roll the banner print-side out and store it flat for a day before rehanging.
5. Arrange companion banners with space: If hanging more than one banner, leave at least a hand's width between them and align the top edges. Group by theme: faction banners together, event banners in a separate cluster. Common mistake: crowding banners so the designs compete and the wall feels cluttered. Take a photo of the arrangement before final fixing to check balance from a distance.
6. Clean and store without damage: Dust gently with a soft brush or vacuum on low suction with a brush attachment. For deeper cleaning, spot-clean with a damp cloth and mild soap, then air-dry flat. Store rolled, not folded, in a dry place. Common mistake: machine washing or tumble drying, which can shrink or distort the overlocked edges. Never wring or twist the banner; roll it around a cardboard tube for storage.

Product facts

• Warhammer The Horus Heresy Iron Warriors Wall Banner: Double-layered 100% polyester with reinforced overlocked edges and twin metal eyelets. The overlocked edges resist fraying, and the eyelets let you hang it from two points for a flatter display.

  

• Blood Bowl Full Beard Cup Event Wall Banner: Full-colour sublimation print on double-layered polyester; described as a decorative wall hanging, not a fine art print. Set expectations for colour vibrancy and keep it away from damp or direct sun to preserve the print.

  

• Blood Bowl Red Logo Wall Banner: Twin metal eyelets and double-layered polyester with reinforced overlocked edges. You can hang it in a tournament or hobby space without special framing, but use hooks that fit the eyelets.