This Westcott X-Drop Kit 5x12 White Photography Backdropfrom Westcott X-Drop Kit 5x12 White Photography Backdropallows you to set up your backdrop anywhere you want, removing the need for wall hooks or other kinds of support. Inside the package is a 5 x 12' X-Drop white backdrop, an expandable X-drop frame, and a travel case.

The arms and the legs of the X-Drop base feature small hooks that fit through the grommets to stretch the fabric and avoid wrinkles. The included backdrop is made of a wrinkle-resistant cotton blend that is designed to prevent reflections coming from any angle. It comes in a matte white color and features five grommet holes for mounting, one on each corner and an additional center hole at the top. Cleaning the fabric is easy, simply machine wash it with cold water and then tumble dry on low.

5 x 12' Matte White Backdrop    X-Drop Frame    Carry Case    Sets Up Backdrop Independently

• Kit provides a portable solution for a free-standing backdrop and comes with a carrying case
• Five grommet holes used to attach the backdrop to the frame, stretching the fabric for a seamless background
• Wrinkle-resistant, machine-washable cotton blend makes for an undemanding portable backdrop
• Reflection-resistant white color for simplified lighting

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. On the image, the backdrop is vertical (portrait). Can it be rotated and be horizontal (landscape)?

A: I love, love, love this backdrop! It takes 3 mins to set up. I have only used it vertical, but I don't think it will work horizontally. Ive never tried it that way but with the way the mount looks, I don't see how it would.

Q: 2. Can the backdrop be rotated or setup in a 7x5 landscape orientation?

A: I have 2 of these. No it can't be rotated as the tripod is at the bottom only. I will also mention that if you are in need of setting up against a wall, this requires 4 feet of depth due to the design. As far as wrinkle free, pretty disappointing as well. again I have 2 that currently sit unused for these reasons.

Q: 3. Do you need to light it like you would with paper background to get it pure white?

A: Yes, bright even lighting will produce a clean white.

Q: 4. Does everything fit in the carrying case?

A: Fits well, just fold the drop cloth nicely because it will wrinkle.

Q: 5. Are there other colors you can get with this?

A: No, there are not. Glide Gear only offers the Glide Gear Video Photography Tension Anti-Wrinkle 8 x 8' Backdrop Stand with Green/White Backdrop in chromakey green. If you are looking for a similarly-sized background in chromakey blue, while it is not a free-standing option as is the Glide Gear option, the Manfrotto StudioLink Cover 9.8 x 9.8' (Chroma Key Blue), B&H # MALR83353, would be an alternative that may work for your usage needs.

Q: 6. How much front-to-back floor space does this use when set up? That is, if I set this up with the back leg of the stand flush against a wall, how far out from the wall is the front face of the backdrop? Thanks.

A: It's an approximation but the stand is fairly wide when extended. I'd say about a 4 foot square area required. I allow min 4 feet to the subject and another 4 or 5 to the camera. I typically tell clients that for shooting the head and shoulders type work I do, that I need an area about 16 feet by 8 feet to allow for the green screen setup and a few lights. The other thing you should know is that it is fairly lightly constructed. Handled with care it's fine but it likely wouldn't survive some serious man handling. I've used this in travel shoots about 15 times now and it's served me very well.

Q: 7. What’s the best way to get the wrinkles out of the this backdrop?

A: A portable steamer

Q: 8. Which side is the pole pocket on?

A: The pole pocket is on the top.

Q: 9. what is the footprint of the stand?

A: The foot print of the stand is 61 x 64”.

Q: 10. Would this work for a corporate video shoot? Looking to shoot a series of talking-head interviews in front of a solid background, and portability is a factor.

A: Yes, for single person interviews.