If someone you know has a dartboard at home, a personalised darts banner is one of those gifts that goes up on the wall the day it arrives and stays there. This guide is for anyone shopping for a darts fan, from the casual Friday-night thrower to the person who has already practised their walk-on. We'll cover what our banners are, the designs available, how to personalise and hang one, and a few honest things to think about before you order.
What is a personalised darts banner?
Our personalised darts banners are large printed fabric backdrops that hang on the wall behind a dartboard. They turn a bare patch of wall (often covered in tiny holes from years of near misses) into something that looks like a proper darts setup, with a name, nickname or message printed right across it.
Here is what you get, straight from the product details:
- Two sizes: approximately 195cm x 70cm or 230cm x 152cm.
- Fabric: luxury fire retardant banner fabric, weatherproof and suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
- Finish: laser cut so the edges don't fray.
- Hanging: four brass eyelets, one in each corner.
- Print: dye sublimation with environmentally friendly inks, for a vibrant print.
- Care: machine washable, drip dry only.
- Made in Yorkshire: every banner is designed, printed and made to order at our factory in Yorkshire, England.
Polyester-based fabrics are what give these banners their bright colours and easy care. If you are curious about the difference fabric makes, we explain it in our post on polyester vs cotton.
Personalised darts banner designs to choose from
Create Your Own darts banner
The Create Your Own personalised darts banner is the one to pick if you already have an idea in your head. Design it yourself in our live designer and you can see the banner taking shape as you go.
Perfect for: darts players with a strong sense of personal brand, home bar owners and anyone with a very specific in-joke.
Personalisation idea: give their games room a name, like "The Oche at Number 12", and add their darts nickname underneath.
St George darts banner
The St George personalised darts banner is a bold red and white design that looks the part behind any board.
Perfect for: proud English players and anyone hosting a darts night when the big tournaments are on.
Personalisation idea: add the name of their local league team or their pub nickname.
Union Jack, Scottish and Wales darts banners
Prefer to fly the flag for the whole of Britain, or for home? Choose from the Union Jack darts banner, the Scottish darts banner or the Wales darts banner.
Perfect for: expats, patriotic dads and anyone who takes international darts rivalries very seriously indeed.
Cosmic, Dragon, Snake Bite and Extreme designs
For something with a bit more drama, try the Cosmic darts banner, the Dragon darts banner, the Snake Bite darts banner or the Extreme darts banner. These are made to look like a stage set rather than a spare bedroom.
Perfect for: teenagers who have just caught the darts bug, and players who want their setup to look like the telly.
Personalisation idea: match the design to their nickname. A player known as "The Dragon" or "The Snake" is basically ordering itself.
Who is a darts banner the perfect gift for?
A personalised darts banner works best for someone who already plays at home, or who is setting up a games room, garage bar or man cave. It is a brilliant gift for:
- Dads and grandads who have had the same dartboard on the back of the garage door for 20 years.
- New homeowners kitting out a spare room or garden bar.
- League and pub players who want their practice board to feel like match night.
- Anyone hosting a darts party over Christmas and New Year, when the big tournaments are on TV and everyone fancies a go.
If a home bar is part of the plan, our home pub crawl challenge post has a few ideas for turning your house into the local.
How to hang a personalised darts banner
With a brass eyelet in each corner, there are several ways to put your banner up. The product details suggest cable ties, command strips, hooks or drawing pins, and it can also be hung with double-sided adhesive. A few practical pointers:
- Measure the wall space first, including the height of the board, so you know which size fits.
- Hang the banner first, then mount the board in position over it so the design frames the board nicely.
- Pull the corners taut so the print sits flat and any text reads clearly.
- Because the fabric is weatherproof, it can also go up outdoors in a garden bar or shed, which is handy for summer darts.
Tips for choosing the right darts banner
- Pick the size for the space. The 195cm x 70cm option suits narrower spots, while the 230cm x 152cm option gives a full backdrop for a dedicated games wall.
- Keep the text short. A nickname or a short room name is easier to read from the oche than a long sentence.
- Skip the emojis. Our personalisation software does not support them, so stick to letters and numbers.
- Order with time to spare. Every banner is printed to order, so check the production and delivery information on the product page, especially if it is a Christmas present for the darts season.
Things to consider
We want you to be happy with your banner, so here are the honest bits:
- It is a fabric backdrop. The banner is designed to catch stray darts and smarten up your setup, but it is not a thick foam or rubber surround. If your walls are freshly decorated and your aim is, shall we say, ambitious, you may want extra protection behind it.
- Check the measurements. Sizes are approximate, so make sure you have room for the size you choose.
- Double-check spelling. Personalised items are made exactly as entered, so give the name and nickname a once-over before ordering. You can also leave the text box blank if you want the design without personalisation.
- Allow for production and delivery. Nothing comes off a shelf. Please check the product page for current timings.
Personalised darts banner FAQs
What sizes do the darts banners come in?
Two sizes: approximately 195cm x 70cm and 230cm x 152cm. Choose on the product page when you personalise your banner.
Can I wash my darts banner?
Yes. The banners are machine washable and should be drip dried only.
Can a darts banner go outside?
Yes. The fabric is weatherproof and suitable for indoor and outdoor use, so it works in a garden bar or shed as well as indoors.
How long does a personalised darts banner take?
Each banner is designed, printed and made to order in Yorkshire, so timings vary through the year. Check the product page and our shipping policy for the latest information, and order early in the run-up to Christmas. You can read more about how our products are made.
Give their dartboard the setup it deserves
A personalised darts banner is practical, it looks fantastic and it has their name in lights (well, in dye-sublimated ink). It is the kind of gift that makes every practice session feel like a big night out. Have a look through our full range of personalised darts gifts, pick a design and make it theirs. Game on.
