If you are ordering a printed barrier display, one of the first decisions is whether you need the complete frame and graphic or only a replacement fabric cover. The right choice depends on the hardware you already own, its exact dimensions and whether you want to reuse an existing frame with new campaign artwork.
This guide explains the two options for the Live Displays 200 × 90cm custom printed fabric barrier, how to check compatibility and what information to provide before artwork begins.
Quick answer
| Choose | Best when | Important check |
|---|---|---|
| With frame | You do not already own compatible hardware, need an additional complete unit or want to avoid uncertainty about fit. | Confirm the available floor space and how many complete units are required. |
| Without frame | You already own the matching Live Displays 200 × 90cm frame and only need a new printed graphic. | Verify the frame dimensions and compatibility before ordering; a similar-looking barrier is not automatically compatible. |
What is included in the complete barrier option?
The complete option combines the printed graphic with the compatible 200 × 90cm hardware. It is the straightforward choice for a first order because the frame and cover are specified as one system.
The current product specification lists:
- Frame size: 200 × 90cm
- Graphic size: 207 × 97cm
- Graphic material: 250gsm polyester
- Graphic construction: double-layer fabric cover
- Printing: full-colour dye sublimation
The graphic is larger than the stated frame dimensions because it must fit over the hardware rather than simply match the frame’s visible width and height. Do not use the graphic dimensions as the required floor-space measurement.
When should I order the cover without the frame?
The cover-only option is intended as a replacement graphic for compatible existing hardware. It can be useful when:
- your branding, sponsor or campaign message has changed;
- you are preparing different graphics for separate events;
- you need a replacement for an existing compatible cover;
- you already own enough matching frames but require additional artwork versions.
Ordering only the graphic reduces unnecessary duplication of hardware, but it is only good value when the cover genuinely fits the frame you plan to use.
How to check whether an existing frame is compatible
Do not rely on a description such as “2m barrier” alone. Frames from different systems can have different heights, tube shapes, corner profiles, feet and graphic-fastening arrangements.
Before ordering a replacement cover:
- Measure the assembled frame. Record its overall width and height.
- Photograph the complete frame. Include the feet, corners and any connectors or fastening points.
- Check the original order. If the frame came from Live Displays, provide the previous order number where possible.
- Inspect the existing cover. Note how it closes or fastens and measure it without stretching the fabric.
- Ask for confirmation. Send the measurements and photographs before approving production.
A replacement graphic is made for a particular hardware system. If compatibility cannot be established, the complete frame-and-cover option is the safer purchasing decision.
Is this the same as a standard metal crowd-barrier jacket?
No. The Live Displays product is a portable 200 × 90cm fabric display barrier with its own compatible frame option. It should not be assumed to fit the common 2.3m or 2.5m metal pedestrian barriers used by many venues and contractors.
Likewise, it should not be treated as a substitute for a barrier selected to control crowd pressure, protect a hazard or meet a venue’s safety plan. The UK Health and Safety Executive advises organisers to assess the planned use, layout, ground conditions, weather loads, visitor numbers and behaviour when choosing barriers. Complex arrangements may require competent advice. Read the HSE guidance on using barriers at events.
Use the printed fabric barrier as display and directional equipment only where it is appropriate for the venue and event risk assessment.
How many barrier displays do I need?
Start by measuring the line or area you want to define. A 200cm-wide frame occupies approximately two metres before allowing for feet, connectors, corners or gaps between units.
For a preliminary estimate:
Required run length ÷ 2m = approximate number of units
Always round up, then check the planned layout. A straight six-metre branded run may suggest three units, but an entrance, corner or staff access point can change the number required.
For larger event layouts, provide a sketch showing:
- the available floor area;
- entrances and exits;
- visitor and staff routes;
- where the artwork should face;
- gaps needed for access;
- nearby tables, gazebos, flags or other displays.
The barrier layout must not obstruct emergency routes or conflict with the organiser’s crowd-management arrangements.
Planning the printed artwork
Barrier graphics are usually viewed while people are moving, so the main message should be quick to understand. Prioritise one clear logo, sponsor name, directional message or campaign statement rather than filling every part of the graphic.
- Keep important text away from edges and fastening areas.
- Use strong contrast between the background and lettering.
- Supply vector logos where available.
- Check spelling, dates and sponsor names before approving the proof.
- Think about both viewing directions because the current specification uses a double-layer cover.
If several barriers will sit next to each other, decide whether every panel repeats the same design or whether the artwork continues across the full run. Repeated panels are normally easier to reposition, while a continuous design depends on the barriers remaining in a fixed order.
What to send when requesting a quote
Include the following information so the product and artwork can be checked efficiently:
- complete barrier or cover only;
- required quantity;
- event date and delivery postcode;
- frame measurements and photographs for cover-only orders;
- logo and artwork files;
- required wording, colours and sponsor details;
- a simple layout if several units will be used together.
Live Displays supplies a digital artwork proof for approval before production. Production should only begin after the product option, measurements and artwork have been confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy another cover later?
Yes. The “without frame” option is intended for customers who already have compatible hardware and need another printed graphic. Keep the original order details to make future compatibility checks easier.
Will the cover fit any two-metre frame?
Not necessarily. Overall width is only one measurement. Height, tube profile, feet and the way the graphic fits can differ between manufacturers and product systems.
Can I use it as a certified safety barrier?
No safety certification or crowd-load rating is stated on the Live Displays product page. Do not use it in place of barriers required by a venue, contractor or event risk assessment.
Can the graphic show different messages on each side?
The product specification states a double-layer fabric cover, but artwork requirements should be confirmed during proofing. Specify whether you need the same design or different content on the two viewing faces.
Should I choose the complete option for my first order?
Usually, yes. If you do not already own the confirmed compatible frame, ordering the complete option removes uncertainty about the replacement cover’s fit.
Choose the right barrier option
View the custom printed 200 × 90cm fabric barrier and select either the complete frame option or the replacement cover. You can also browse the wider outdoor event display range for flags, street banners, arches and other coordinated branding products.
Request a quote with your quantity, measurements, artwork and event date. For a cover-only order, include photographs of the existing frame so compatibility can be checked before production.
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