The Paterson Background Support System consists of two folding upright stands that can rise to a height of 8.5', a crossbar that can expand to a width of 10.3', and a travel case with handle.
It is ideal for the photographer on the go. It is lightweight and compact -- closes down to less than 44 inches.
The Support System is designed to safely support 9' wide rolls of seamless paper, and cloth backgrounds as heavy as muslin.
For extra safety -- weight, or sandbags are available as accessories to secure the setup around active children.
And don't forget a clamp or two, to secure your roll of paper, or to drape your cloth background more creatively.
| Maximum Height | 8.5' (2.6 M) |
| Minimum Height | 48" (1.2 M) |
| Closed Length | 44" (1.1 M) |
| Maximum Width | 10.3' (3.15 M) |
| Minimum Width | ~54" (1.4 M) |
| Weight | 15.3 lbs (7 kg) |
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This setup is a great value. The stands and the crossbar are beefier than I expected. The bases of the stands can be spread very wide, making the whole setup very stable. The ...Read complete review
This setup is a great value. The stands and the crossbar are beefier than I expected. The bases of the stands can be spread very wide, making the whole setup very stable. The crossbar comes in three sections, but you can omit one of the sections if you're in a narrow space. The sections lock securely with a small allen wrench (included in the kit), so there is no chance of them coming apart during your shoot. The softcase seems durable and well designed; it even has a small pocket for accessories. As others have mentioned, the tension joints in the stands are made of plastic. It seems like fairly tough plastic (doesn't look or feel cheap), but don't over-tighten them.
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I wanted to like it but...
This stand did not come with any instructions whatsoever, nor did it come with the "alum" wrench referred to in other reviews needed to tighten the cross bars. While the carryin...Read complete review
This stand did not come with any instructions whatsoever, nor did it come with the "alum" wrench referred to in other reviews needed to tighten the cross bars. While the carrying bag was nice and it was easily stored away, the lack of directions, flimsy construction, and overall size left me with no choice but to return it.
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I am very happy with the construction and performance of this background support. It's super-sturdy and well-designed. The uprights and legs are of heavy-duty aluminum, and the plastic parts are thick and strong. The unit has lots of nice touches, such as the recessed setscrews to restrain the horizontal pole from separating.
No instructions came with it, so I had to experiment a little to assemble it correctly. The nylon case also is well-made and easy to use. Highly recommended and a fantastic value for the money.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
This is a lightweight system meant to support a paper backdrop, and if that's all you need it for this is a great system for the price. I wouldn't trust one of the included stands to hold a light and umbrella, but for a background it is perfect.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
It's an excellent backdrop support. It's very sturdy does what it advertises. I found that the carry bag was very convenient because it left a bit of room to store other small light stands Also, the speed of the delivery was impressive!
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
Initial setup took about 3 minutes, after that it was less than two minutes for a complete set up, fits nicely in my space and can be easily moved or taken down, which is what I wanted too begin with
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I use this for Portraits. Great for a quick setup, quick breakdown. Very light weight. Great price for a portable backdrop system. I have only one complaint if I had to nit pick is that if you tighten the knobs on the system to snug they easily dent the rods. Other than that it is great for the price, it does the trick.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
My mom bought this for me because my last one was a flimsy waste and I needed one for an event. I was super impressed with the quality for the price. I do wish that the stands were a little bit more weighted. My heavier backdrops make this stand questionable but it's nothing a few sandbags can't fix. Love love love this kit!
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I just set this up the other day. It was a lot more sturdy than I thought it would be for the price. I believe a heavy material would make it bow a little, but I threw a muslin on it so no issues there. I put it up to about 7.5', tightened and tried to pull it down and the grips seemed to hold okay. Overall I think this will be a great product for my smallish studio space! The bag is nice, but I'm not sure if I would really travel with this product. It's light, but if I did travel with it I would make sure I had a lot of sandbags with.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I purchased this backdrop support to use as a portable portrait studio set up. It is lightweight and expands to easily fit a range of backdrops. I am able to set it up and break it down without any assistance. I recommend purchasing sandbags as well since its lightweight construction, while exactly what I need for portability, is a bit unstable when subjects are standing on the seamless. This product is exactly what I needed at a very affordable price.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
The experience using this product was great.You can use only the size that you need because it come prepared for this, this is really goob because I'm moving to diferentes locations constantly and it is really practice.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
Sturdy. Compact. Solid. Great Price!
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I don't normally review products, but I was very satisfied with this item. I haven't found anything negative to say about this item. It appears to be in great shape and good quality. I would definitely recommend this to a friend or family member.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
Supports are very light and sturdy for indoor use. Entire system with 10' wide background fits easily in a 12' wide floor space including bases. Supports are easy to extend and setup with similar design to my light supports. The included multi-piece bar is sturdy and even from end to end, but I also purchased COR761C Telescopic Crossbar for the COR756 and COR761 Background Support System (124) as a backup option. I use the included bar at full length to roll 10'x24' backdrop for transport and storage; which helps prevent new wrinkles.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
This stand did not come with any instructions whatsoever, nor did it come with the "alum" wrench referred to in other reviews needed to tighten the cross bars. While the carrying bag was nice and it was easily stored away, the lack of directions, flimsy construction, and overall size left me with no choice but to return it.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
You get what you pay for - in this case, it's a good thing. For the money, its a great buy.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
This didn't have directions (which I knew from reading other reviews) but didn't take much to figure it out, even for a non-techy like me.
It's strong, sturdy and fantastic!!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I was pleasantly surprised when I started assembling this support system to see that is was much better than what I expected for the price I paid for it. It is very big, It is very sturdy and is very well built. I myself experienced no sagging in the cross bar with a 10 x 20 muslin back drop attached to it. Assembly is quick, and while others noted using an allen wrench to tighten the pieces of the cross bar eating into set up time, I would argue this is an unnecessary step anyway, as with my experience the pieces of the cross bar fit together snugly enough without even tightening the embedded nuts, and the system still worked perfectly fine. I can see no reason why this system wouldn't last anyone a lifetime.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
Very easy to use! Very portable. Better quality than I had expected. Works great even for my heavy paper backdrops.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
It is really easy to put together and break down, and the storage bag is really nice. It is really sturdy, didn't move or tip over when my 2 year old decided to hang on the backdrop.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I purchased this not long ago. Its bigger than I thought. But I rather have more than less space to work with. Its super easy to setup. The first time I used it was to shoot a wedding and the pictures came out really nice. The size is perfect if you want to shoot group pictures. I would say you can fit up to 6 people.
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I turned my garage into my photo area and the background support worked great, perfect fit. Hopefully I won't be transporting it too much I don't know how much use the carrying case can take. Sewing looked pretty shabby. May have to repair it myself.
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Most Liked Positive Review
Larger and Sturdier than I Expected
This setup is a great value. The stands and the crossbar are beefier than I expected. The bases of the stands can be spread very wide, making the whole setup very stable. The ...Read complete review
This setup is a great value. The stands and the crossbar are beefier than I expected. The bases of the stands can be spread very wide, making the whole setup very stable. The crossbar comes in three sections, but you can omit one of the sections if you're in a narrow space. The sections lock securely with a small allen wrench (included in the kit), so there is no chance of them coming apart during your shoot. The softcase seems durable and well designed; it even has a small pocket for accessories. As others have mentioned, the tension joints in the stands are made of plastic. It seems like fairly tough plastic (doesn't look or feel cheap), but don't over-tighten them.
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Most Liked Negative Review
I wanted to like it but...
This stand did not come with any instructions whatsoever, nor did it come with the "alum" wrench referred to in other reviews needed to tighten the cross bars. While the carryin...Read complete review
This stand did not come with any instructions whatsoever, nor did it come with the "alum" wrench referred to in other reviews needed to tighten the cross bars. While the carrying bag was nice and it was easily stored away, the lack of directions, flimsy construction, and overall size left me with no choice but to return it.
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Reviewed by 37 customers
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Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I am very happy with the construction and performance of this background support. It's super-sturdy and well-designed. The uprights and legs are of heavy-duty aluminum, and the plastic parts are thick and strong. The unit has lots of nice touches, such as the recessed setscrews to restrain the horizontal pole from separating.
No instructions came with it, so I had to experiment a little to assemble it correctly. The nylon case also is well-made and easy to use. Highly recommended and a fantastic value for the money.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
This is a lightweight system meant to support a paper backdrop, and if that's all you need it for this is a great system for the price. I wouldn't trust one of the included stands to hold a light and umbrella, but for a background it is perfect.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
It's an excellent backdrop support. It's very sturdy does what it advertises. I found that the carry bag was very convenient because it left a bit of room to store other small light stands Also, the speed of the delivery was impressive!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
Initial setup took about 3 minutes, after that it was less than two minutes for a complete set up, fits nicely in my space and can be easily moved or taken down, which is what I wanted too begin with
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I use this for Portraits. Great for a quick setup, quick breakdown. Very light weight. Great price for a portable backdrop system. I have only one complaint if I had to nit pick is that if you tighten the knobs on the system to snug they easily dent the rods. Other than that it is great for the price, it does the trick.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
My mom bought this for me because my last one was a flimsy waste and I needed one for an event. I was super impressed with the quality for the price. I do wish that the stands were a little bit more weighted. My heavier backdrops make this stand questionable but it's nothing a few sandbags can't fix. Love love love this kit!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I just set this up the other day. It was a lot more sturdy than I thought it would be for the price. I believe a heavy material would make it bow a little, but I threw a muslin on it so no issues there. I put it up to about 7.5', tightened and tried to pull it down and the grips seemed to hold okay. Overall I think this will be a great product for my smallish studio space! The bag is nice, but I'm not sure if I would really travel with this product. It's light, but if I did travel with it I would make sure I had a lot of sandbags with.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I purchased this backdrop support to use as a portable portrait studio set up. It is lightweight and expands to easily fit a range of backdrops. I am able to set it up and break it down without any assistance. I recommend purchasing sandbags as well since its lightweight construction, while exactly what I need for portability, is a bit unstable when subjects are standing on the seamless. This product is exactly what I needed at a very affordable price.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
The experience using this product was great.You can use only the size that you need because it come prepared for this, this is really goob because I'm moving to diferentes locations constantly and it is really practice.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
Sturdy. Compact. Solid. Great Price!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I don't normally review products, but I was very satisfied with this item. I haven't found anything negative to say about this item. It appears to be in great shape and good quality. I would definitely recommend this to a friend or family member.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
Supports are very light and sturdy for indoor use. Entire system with 10' wide background fits easily in a 12' wide floor space including bases. Supports are easy to extend and setup with similar design to my light supports. The included multi-piece bar is sturdy and even from end to end, but I also purchased COR761C Telescopic Crossbar for the COR756 and COR761 Background Support System (124) as a backup option. I use the included bar at full length to roll 10'x24' backdrop for transport and storage; which helps prevent new wrinkles.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
This stand did not come with any instructions whatsoever, nor did it come with the "alum" wrench referred to in other reviews needed to tighten the cross bars. While the carrying bag was nice and it was easily stored away, the lack of directions, flimsy construction, and overall size left me with no choice but to return it.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
You get what you pay for - in this case, it's a good thing. For the money, its a great buy.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
This didn't have directions (which I knew from reading other reviews) but didn't take much to figure it out, even for a non-techy like me.
It's strong, sturdy and fantastic!!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I was pleasantly surprised when I started assembling this support system to see that is was much better than what I expected for the price I paid for it. It is very big, It is very sturdy and is very well built. I myself experienced no sagging in the cross bar with a 10 x 20 muslin back drop attached to it. Assembly is quick, and while others noted using an allen wrench to tighten the pieces of the cross bar eating into set up time, I would argue this is an unnecessary step anyway, as with my experience the pieces of the cross bar fit together snugly enough without even tightening the embedded nuts, and the system still worked perfectly fine. I can see no reason why this system wouldn't last anyone a lifetime.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
Very easy to use! Very portable. Better quality than I had expected. Works great even for my heavy paper backdrops.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
It is really easy to put together and break down, and the storage bag is really nice. It is really sturdy, didn't move or tip over when my 2 year old decided to hang on the backdrop.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I purchased this not long ago. Its bigger than I thought. But I rather have more than less space to work with. Its super easy to setup. The first time I used it was to shoot a wedding and the pictures came out really nice. The size is perfect if you want to shoot group pictures. I would say you can fit up to 6 people.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Interfit Background Support System:
I turned my garage into my photo area and the background support worked great, perfect fit. Hopefully I won't be transporting it too much I don't know how much use the carrying case can take. Sewing looked pretty shabby. May have to repair it myself.