Custom Printed Display Counters & Podiums

A display counter gives your booth a place to greet visitors and hide boxes. Compare round, oval, triangle and rectangle shapes, lit or non-lit, plus custom podiums. Get a free 2D mockup.

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Custom Printed Display Counters & Podiums
800+ Products available
50,000+ Orders
30+ Countries
22+ Years experience

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Which display counter shape suits your booth?

Start with how you will use the counter. A display counter becomes the reception point of your booth, so its shape decides how visitors approach, where your staff stand and how much of your logo people see from the aisle.

  • Round and oval: soft edges that are easy to walk around. Good for open corner booths, sampling and casual conversations.
  • Triangle: tucks into a corner or a narrow frontage and steers visitors toward your backdrop.
  • Rectangle and table pop-up: a flat front for a wide logo and a usable top for a laptop, brochures or a card reader.
  • Header panel versions: add a raised printed panel above the counter so your name stays visible when people crowd the front.

If you already own a backdrop, match the counter graphic to it so the whole booth reads as one brand. Every price in this comparison is for the complete counter, frame and print included.

CounterShapeComplete from (CAD)
Oval Fabric Display CounterOval424
Fabric Oval Counter with Header PanelOval + header537
Triangle Fabric Display CounterTriangle541
Round Fabric Display CounterRound552
Rectangle Fabric Display CounterRectangle554
Fabric Triangle Counter with Header PanelTriangle + header562
Table Pop Up Fabric Display CounterTable583
Fabric Rectangle Counter with Header PanelRectangle + header611

Is a backlit counter display worth the extra cost?

A lit counter glows from inside, which helps in dim halls, evening receptions and aisles full of bright competitors. It costs more and needs a power outlet at your space, so think about where you exhibit most often.

Lit versus non-lit SEG

SEG (silicone edge graphic) fabric has a thin silicone strip around its edge that presses into a channel in the frame, giving a smooth, tight face. The SEG Fabric Light Box Display Counter – 3.3ft Height comes in 2.8ft or 3.3ft widths, 4.7 inches deep, from CAD 1044 complete. Its unlit twin, the Non-Lit SEG Fabric Display Counter – 3.3ft Height, shares those sizes from CAD 826 complete, a clear way to see what lighting adds to the cost.

Other backlit options

  • SEGO Fabric Lightbox Counter – 3.3ft W x 3.3ft H, from CAD 981 complete.
  • SEG Fabric Folding Light Box Counter, from CAD 1169 complete.
  • SEG Fabric Backlit Pop Up Counter, from CAD 1537 complete.
  • Backlit Premium Fabric Counter Display in 3ft, 4ft or 6ft widths, 3.3ft high and 1.3ft deep.
  • Backlit round, square, rectangle and oval pop-up counters, if you want a lit version of a familiar shape.

When non-lit is enough

For daytime retail pop-ups, bright convention centres or a tight budget, a standard fabric counter delivers the same branding without the electrical order.

Do you need a custom podium or reception desk instead of a trade show counter?

A trade show counter suits most booths, but some events call for something narrower or much wider.

Podiums for speakers and demos

  • Fabric Pop Up Podium Counter, from CAD 901 complete.
  • Convertible Fabric Podium Case with Header Display, from CAD 1271 complete.
  • Fabric Griffin Trade Show Podium, from CAD 1797 complete.

Reception desks for registration and larger booths

  • Fabric Trade Show Reception Desk – 5ft Wide, from CAD 1130 complete.
  • Fabric Event Reception Counter – 7ft Wide, from CAD 1611 complete.
  • Griffin Fabric Modular Reception Stand, from CAD 1849 complete.
  • Premium Fabric Counter Display – 10ft W, for long booth fronts.

Counters that do more

The Integrated Monitor Fabric Display Table (from CAD 930 complete) adds a screen to your counter. Counters with acrylic triple shelves come in oval (from CAD 882), triangular (from CAD 920) and rectangular (from CAD 1021) versions, all complete prices, for exhibitors who need to show physical products.

How do the graphics attach, and can you change them later?

The attachment method affects how quickly you set up and how easily you rebrand.

  • Fitted fabric covers: used on the round, oval, triangle and rectangle pop-up counters. The printed fabric fits over the frame.
  • SEG: the silicone edge pushes into the frame channel for a crisp finish.
  • Velcro: the Fabric Velcro Pop Up Counter 1 x 2 (from CAD 592 complete) and 2 x 2 (from CAD 741 complete) use hook-and-loop panels.
  • Magnetic: the Magnetic Promotional Fabric Counter starts at CAD 753 complete.

All graphics are dye-sublimation printed on fabric, and PVC-free options such as 600D eco polyester are available. When your branding or campaign changes, you can order a new print for the frame you already own.

CounterReplacement print only, no frame (from CAD)
Table Pop Up Fabric Display Counter107
Fabric Velcro Pop Up Counter 1 x 2118
SEG Fabric Light Box Display Counter – 3.3ft Height120
Oval Fabric Display Counter161
Round Fabric Display Counter169
Triangle Fabric Display Counter173
Rectangle Fabric Display Counter176

Why buy a portable counter instead of renting a trade show table?

A rented trade show table with a plain skirt is cheap for one show, but it carries no branding and you pay again at every event. A table throw still needs a table, and it rarely looks as polished as a dedicated counter.

  • Your brand, not the venue's: a full-colour print on every visible side.
  • Reusable: the frame lasts across shows, and a new print updates the look.
  • Easy to transport: most frame-based displays are tool-free and ship with a soft carry bag.
  • Built for repeat use: dye-sublimation sets the ink into the fabric rather than leaving it on the surface.

If you exhibit more than once or twice a year, owning a counter usually makes more sense than renting a different table at each venue.

What happens between ordering and show day?

  1. Request a free 2D mockup to see your logo on the counter you have shortlisted.
  2. Approve the artwork. Nothing prints until you approve it.
  3. Production starts. The lead time is listed on each product page and is often 24 business hours after approval.
  4. Shipping is free across Canada, and your order confirmation gives a dispatch date.

Print errors are reprinted free. Standard, non-custom items can be returned within 7 days of delivery if they are unused and in their original packaging. Custom-printed graphics cannot be returned after proof approval, so confirm the shape and size before you sign off. For sizing and power questions, see the FAQs below.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an SEG display counter? +
An SEG display counter uses silicone edge graphics, which are fabric prints with a thin silicone strip around the edge that you press into a groove in the frame. The result is a smooth, tight face with no visible fasteners. This collection includes lit SEG counters, such as the SEG Fabric Light Box Display Counter, and non-lit ones, such as the Non-Lit SEG Fabric Display Counter.
Do backlit display counters need a power outlet? +
Yes. Backlit counters have built-in lighting, so you will need a power outlet at your booth. Many venues charge separately for electrical service, so order power through your show's exhibitor services early. If power is not available or the cost is too high, a non-lit fabric counter in the same shape gives you the branding without needing an outlet.
What size counter fits a small trade show booth? +
A counter about 3 to 4 feet wide suits most small booths and leaves room to walk in and stand behind it. The Backlit Premium Fabric Counter Display comes in 3ft, 4ft and 6ft widths, and the SEG Fabric Pop Up Counter comes in 3.3ft or 6.5ft widths. The 5ft and 7ft reception desks are better suited to larger booths or registration areas.
What is the difference between a counter and a counter with a header panel? +
A header panel adds a raised printed panel above the counter top, so your logo stays at eye level even when people are standing in front. Header versions are offered for the oval, triangle and rectangle fabric counters. For example, the Oval Fabric Display Counter starts at CAD 424 complete, and the Fabric Oval Counter with Header Panel starts at CAD 537 complete.
Is a podium or a counter better for presentations? +
A podium is better when one person presents, speaks or runs a demo from a fixed spot, because its narrow top holds notes or a tablet. A counter is better for greeting visitors, handing out samples or having two staff work side by side. The Fabric Pop Up Podium Counter starts at CAD 901 complete and the Fabric Griffin Trade Show Podium at CAD 1797 complete.
Can I show a video on a display counter? +
Yes. The Integrated Monitor Fabric Display Table combines a printed fabric table with a monitor setup and starts at CAD 930 complete. Before you order, check the product page for supported screen sizes and whether a monitor is included. It works well for product demos, looping brand videos or a portfolio slideshow without a separate TV stand.
Which display counter is best for showing products? +
A counter with acrylic triple shelves is the best choice when you need to display physical products. These counters come in oval (from CAD 882 complete), triangular (from CAD 920 complete) and rectangular (from CAD 1021 complete) versions. If you want more shelf space on a tabletop, the Fabric Tabletop Tower Display with Shelves starts at CAD 1488 complete.