Lighted letter signs are an effective way to draw customers in. Perfect for indoor and outdoor use, there is a range of designs and styles available that will attract more business.
Front-lit channel letters feature translucent acrylic faces with aluminum backings; back-lit channels are similar, except they’re lit from behind for an effect known as “haloing,” creating an immersive silhouette effect around your sign.
Aluminum
Aluminum is one of the most widely-used materials to create illuminated letter signs, due to its incredible durability, lightweight nature, and versatility in being formed into virtually any shape imaginable. Customization options make aluminum an easy way to craft unique signs with eye-catching appeal – as well as use both indoors and outdoors!
Illuminated channel letters are an effective way of drawing customers’ attention at night. Available both as LED and neon signs, these signs can be tailored specifically to match the design of your business – so that customers are drawn in while revenue grows.
Front-Lit Channel Letters
One of the most visible types of illuminated letter signs, front-lit channel letters are an extremely popular choice. These signs feature acrylic faces illuminated by LED or neon lighting and enclosed within an aluminum frame for optimal visibility. They can be custom made to suit any size or style specification.
Back-Lit Channel Letters
A back-lit channel letter is a three-dimensional sign featuring an opaque face and transparent back that are illuminated from within to produce a halo effect, creating an eye-catching sign for businesses who wish to differentiate themselves and attract more customers. These signs provide businesses with an effective means of standing out from competition and drawing customers in.
Combination-Lit Channel Letters A combination-lit channel letter is an adaptation of the front-lit letter. It features an acrylic face, trim cap and aluminum returns in addition to a Lexan back panel with clear Lexan sides and can be personalized using pressure sensitive vinyl graphics for an appealing visual image.
Acrylic
Acrylic lighted letter signs offer an affordable solution to make your business stand out. Easy to install and customizable for any design, they come in various fonts and sizes and feature laser precision letters with crisp, sharp edges – ideal for retail, restaurant, office use.
Double-sided acrylic push-through signs are an excellent way to direct shoppers in busy shopping malls to your store with ease. Simply use it with custom colors for added visual appeal and to reinforce brand recognition.
These signs offer a cost-cutting alternative to neon, with up to 80% reduced running costs and being safe to touch. Furthermore, they can be programmed to flash, fade or change color for added impact and are easy to maintain with minimal upkeep requirements.
LED block acrylic signs are popularly used for displaying brand slogans and striking images, as well as light boxes or as custom point-of-sale displays. Made of opal acrylic material for maximum haze effect and maximum light diffusion.
Lightweight and easy to install on walls or windows, lightweight acrylic signs are an ideal alternative to glass for retail stores, mobile phone chains and exhibition centers. Front-lit or back-lit versions can also be found to suit different font styles and sizes of signage.
Plastic
Plastic sign letters offer a range of font options and sizes and heights, making them easy to install with lifetime guarantees against cracking or fading. Plastic letters also make an economical solution for schools and small businesses, matching existing signage perfectly or being painted to create more upscale looks.
LED illuminated plastic signs offer an inexpensive solution to raise brand recognition for any business or organization. Constructed using clear or colored polycarbonate substrate, filled with high-efficiency LEDs, these signs make a fantastic alternative to neon, providing face and halo illumination options; with the latter emphasizing letter shapes. Various font faces such as flat, round or prismatic font faces can create sophisticated appearances in these signs.
These plastic 3D formed letters offer an excellent solution for exterior signage needs. Produced quickly and affordably, these vacuum formed letters can be customized in 50 font styles with standard size variations. Stud mounts attached at the backs make these an easy option for front lit or reverse pan channels as they are UL certified for LED illumination.
Gemlite LED sign letters are an affordable plastic solution that are UL certified to use with LED modules. Their formed plastic face fits over a recessed back that contains the LEDs; typically this material is white CAB plastic that’s UV stable and painted to match their face for a refined appearance. They make an ideal solution for front lit or full lit applications while being less expensive than cast metal signs while still offering professional results.
Steel
Steel lighted letter signs are an ideal choice for businesses that require eye-catching signage. Their striking appearance can be tailored to match your brand, while being highly resistant to rusting and weathering; additionally, these signs require minimal upkeep. Stainless steel letters are an ideal solution for businesses operating during night hours or harsh climates, offering both illuminated and non-illuminated options depending on your business needs; face lighting or back lighting options can be selected depending on preference. Returns, or sides, of letters are usually constructed of aluminum and come in standard colors; you may choose to paint them to fit your branding. Back-lit letters use LED modules that produce bright white light; alternatively, colored lights may provide more subtle effects.
These lighted sign letters, also known as marquee signs, can be used both indoors and outdoors. Fabricated from stainless steel with an industrial look, they come with either brushed or polished finishes for you to choose from, or you can have any Pantone color painted onto them!
Stainless steel makes an excellent material for illuminated metal sign letters because of its durability and unique aesthetic. Illuminated metal letter signs can withstand changing temperatures without degrading over time; additionally, their 24/7 visibility sets them apart from storefront signage.
Customers are attracted by elegant entranceways that project an image of seriousness and sophistication that creates positive associations for consumers, employees, suppliers and other audiences. When used effectively as building entranceways or entranceways they are an effective way of drawing customers in.
Wood
Wood lettered signs add warmth to any space they grace, making an inviting first impression for businesses like mountain resorts or yoga retreats. Furthermore, these elegant signs add an elegant touch to restaurant signage and dining rooms alike.
Backlighting sign letters is an effective way to attract attention and make your business stand out from its competition, yet selecting the appropriate type of lighting is key for its effectiveness. There are various lighting options available to illuminated signs – LEDs, incandescent bulbs and high intensity discharge (HID) bulbs are among them – that you can select for backlit signs that ensure their customers can read their signs clearly. There may also be combinations such as colored lights with white light that highlight brand colors.
Channel letter lighted LED signs can increase your company’s visibility and readability during daytime hours, with LED modules outlining each letter or logo to illuminate them and improve readability. They’re extremely durable as an upgrade option or can simply enhance existing signage displays.
As part of mounting a lighted sign, it’s essential that you understand its construction. If you need help installing it or maintaining your signage, working with an experienced manufacturer could be invaluable in terms of installation assistance, advice on maintenance tips and determining which backer mount will best serve your business based on size and thickness; such mounts come in aluminum, plastic and foam forms – each option must hold in place your sign securely while protecting it against external factors.