Today I´m going to show you where most YouTubers get their backdrops and how to choose the right one for your videos!
While back I´ve debated this issue with a friend and I helped him find some of the best places where you can find really nice backdrops.
One of the things we´ve realized is that there wasn´t almost any post that answered our queries so we made this one!
Here are some of the best places online you´ll find cool backdrops to make yourself look like a pro. 😉
The Good Old Amazon
Okay, let´s start with the obvious choice.
As with many other products Amazon also offers a good variety of backdrop designs with different materials and textures
You´ll find affordable prices and beautiful materials that can enhance your video content instantly.
In fact:
You can actually choose backdrops specially designed for YouTube videos, like these.
Just type “backdrops for youtube” and you´ll get the best featured results.
Bonus tip:
Make sure to check out the sponsored products and related brands sections.
You´ll see there´s a good number of vendors that have good offers with the entire gear you´ll need to get started right away!
Amazon should always be one of your fist options to look at, even if it´s only to set a baseline for what you´ll get online.
Look For Etsy Shops
Another great option for you to check out are Etsy shops!
There is an infinite number of great artists, designers, and vendors that can certainly meet your requirements and surprise you with original creations you won´t find anywhere else.
Esty is a great way to differentiate yourself as a content creator and make a nice first impression on
There are plenty of good examples of shops on the platform that will probably suit your taste and personal preferences.
This particular site should be a MUST if you´re thinking of starting a Makeup YouTube channel or something similar.
Why?
Simply b
So, make sure to take a quick look for inspiration in this beautiful environment and search for some original backgrounds that could enhance your video making process.
One thing to keep in mind!
Prices can vary a lot on Esty. So it´s a good idea to sort your results by a more suitable number.
Specially if you´re on a tight budget.
Here´s how:
You´ll see there are prices that can go from 5 bucks to more than a 100 dollars for a single design.
That´s why you want to sort them out.
If you take a closer look you will see that you can even choose between item types!
What do I mean by this?
You can choose if you want your product to by handmade (and acquire that way an absolute original creation) or vintage.
Bonus tip:
Always check if there are any free shipping options if you´re concerned about paying extra for your backdrop.
I think it´s worth trying it out.
Backdrop Express
Now, let´s start with the nitty gritty.
Here are some not so common places where you can find the best backdrops for setting up professional looking YouTube videos.
Being the first of them Backdrop Express.
I would say this not so good looking website can fool almost anyone and appear old or poorly customized.
But.
The thing with this site is that once you start diving into the many different categories and offering you´ll get the sense of why is one my very best choices to recommend.
You can choose backdrops by material, theme, for specific events and they even have a Vlogger Kit section!
Actually, there are a couple cateogires that are really worthy checking out.
One is the Most Popular category and the other is the Video Backdrops.
Both can offer you a large number of options where to choose from and get the very best for your videos.
Ubackdrop
This is another great site worth your time.
You´ll find they also have a specific category for YouTube videos although last time I´ve seen it they didn´t have a large offering.
If that´s the case you can go to their Photo Backdrops section on the upper left corner and see what´s popular there.
By the way.
Keep in mind most of these sites offer a “most popular” section you should always check out for inspiration.
Ubackdrop has a large variety of backdrops that suit every possible event whether is for a birthday party or a sweet 16.
You can sort your search by price and best selling products so you can get the best of the best at the most affordable price possible.
One thing to bear in mind is that they ship out of via DHL or UPS.
In fact.
According to their policies Standard orders typically ship out within 3 business days.
That is 1-2 days for printing and about 1 day to complete the image approval process.
So, a normal shippign could take between 3 or more days minimum.
Backdrop Outlet
Last but not least!
Backdrop Outlet is actually one of my favorites when I think of backdrop options to film a video or recommend to a friend.
You´ll get a wide variety of colors and designs that can be easily used by any type of YouTuber.
I would suggest you
Like these.
In fact:
Some of the most qualitative and cheap seamless paper backdrops I´ve seen are from this store.
Prices can range between $10-50 or maybe even more for a nicer backdrop.
They offer great discounts (up to 70% off!) on certain occasions so you should be aware of any period of the year that might elicit that.
Like Christmast, New year, etc.
Equipment Options!
Yes, they also make a good job at putting together a nice collection of items that work well together.
Therefore, if you´re looking for lights, softboxes, camera accesories, or any sort of item that can enhance your video production then you´re at the right place.
A Few Pinterest Ideas
You´ll probably know by now that one of the best places to get ideas from and creative inspiration is Pinterest, right?
Well, if you don´t you should!
This platform offers an awesome set of images and pictures that unlight our minds with well crafted designs of all kinds.
And backdrops are one of them!
Here are a few examples:
A word of advice.
Altering between backdrop backgrounds for your videos and the office or home blurred background may be a good idea if you´re starting out.
You won´t know what suits best for your type of content and your filming style unless you try it.
That being said, having a good backdrop has many benefits.
Here are three of the most important ones you might want to consider if you´re still doubting.
- Perfect contrast. You´ll not only get a professional look by choosing a nice personalized backdrop for all your videos but you can also take advantage of colors. Meaning that getting more contrast between you and your background helps to focus attention on your persona, more so if you don´t own a camera that makes a great job at this. People will notice
you first thing and will not be distracted by any other thing that your content and performance. - Easy setting. Another great benefit to bear in mind is that you can set your backdrop at almost any location of your house. You just need a place from where it can hang, like a curtain. And you can take it anywhere you go!
- Personal brand building. One last thing most people miss is that having a backdrop creates consistency and lets people know, on a subconscious level, that your channel is the real deal and you´re serious about your delivery. It helps to create a brand for yourself and people will identify your videos much easier.
Practical Tips Before You Buy
I want to leave you with some useful insights you should notice even before purchasing your first backdrop.
Notice WHERE you´ll put your backdrop.
Meaning that if you don´t have a specific location you may probably want to make one or think of alternatives where you can place it.
For example, curtain backdrops are easier to set up because most people can find a way to hang the curtain from some furniture or hangers around the house.
Think of HOW you want your backdrop to look like.
This is when lighting comes into the equation, you NEED to consider your lighting setting at all times when shooting a video.
If you´re depending on sunlight, like most people are, you should find a practical way to set your backdrop in front (or at least near enough) of a window.
The color, grading, and contrast of your backdrop depend entirely on your lighting so make sure to give it a thought first.
Other things you might want to check out.
Portability and set up versatility, meaning that is easy to put in place.
Material and/or texture, something simple always works great, you don´t want to distract your audience from your content.
Related Questions
What is a seamless paper backdrop? Must be the most common and used type of backdrop of the market. It is a versatile, non-reflecting surface that provides a nice soft backgroud made of paper and can come in different sizes and colors.
One of the main things to keep in mind when choosing a seamless paper backdrop for a YouTube video is color and lighting.
Now, if you want more information about that you can check out our latest post on the matter.