Don't Order A Premium Acrylic Sign And Then Ruin It On The Wall!
Some neighbors a few streets down bought a nice corner lot and built what could easily have been my dream house. Every detail was addressed, from the wood trim to the landscaping to the masonry. And then came the paint. Yikes. I will refrain from telling you the color in case it's the color of your home, but chances are, it is not! Now, what was once my dream home makes me appreciate my own humble abode. Could your clear acrylic sign suffer the same fate?
Clear acrylic signs have been vastly improved upon over the years, making them a first choice in custom signs for many businesses. They have a sleek, glossy look that appears modern and fresh, even after many years of use, and clear acrylic signs also have beveled edges for a sophisticated finish. Graphics printed onto a clear acrylic sign are enhanced by the sign's elegant yet unobtrusive background and make for a premium, corporate quality sign.
So why go messing up your clear acrylic sign with sloppy hanging? Many people don't consider this detail once they have their acrylic sign. They just admire the sign, grab some adhesive, and then gasp at the finished product.
Don't let this happen to you!
How Does Hanging Clear Acrylic Signs Go Wrong, Terribly Wrong?
Did my neighbor consult a blind professional decorator when choosing her exterior paint color? Let her husband choose, maybe? Throw a dart at the color chart? Your clear acrylic sign needs more forethought in its hanging and displaying than these methods. If only she had consulted our graphic designer or any other professional from our sign shop, maybe her home could have been saved!
Clear acrylic signs are thin and lightweight, making them easy to hang. Popular ways of hanging such lightweight signs are by using double sided tape or applying a liquid adhesive to the back. However, with a clear acrylic sign, this is obviously a poor choice, as the adhesive or tape would show through the back. You would be surprised at the number of people who don't consider this detail!
Another mistake people make when hanging their clear acrylic signs is drilling holes in them themselves, often cracking or damaging the acrylic. Make sure your sign professional drills the holes in your custom clear acrylic sign for you. Because your clear acrylic custom sign is designed for you, different specifications for the size of your drill holes can be honored. And we also recommend having a professional contractor install your acrylic sign for extra protection.
Is Drilling Holes Into My Clear Acrylic Sign My Only Option?
A clear acrylic sign hanging flat against a door or wall certainly has a corporate look to it. But that is not your only choice in displaying your custom acrylic sign.
We offer a handy hardware known as ?stand offs?. Stand offs are metallic mounting tools that secure the acrylic sign from the top and bottom and keep it positioned away from the wall. The metallic hardware of stand offs actually complements the look of a clear acrylic sign and is the premium way of displaying your custom designed message.
What If I Go With A Colored Acrylic Sign?
Modern sign technology makes colored acrylic signs another good choice for promoting your message. With the pigmentation added in the process of making the acrylic sheets, the colors last longer than ever, and there are several to choose from. Colored acrylic signs also have a sleek, glossy appearance and are often translucent despite bearing a color.
So, even if you go with color, double check its transparency before going with a mounting adhesive such as tape, foam, or an epoxy. Hanging with screws or stand offs are still the most professional ways of making the most of your custom acrylic sign.
Remember The Basics In Hanging A Clear Acrylic Sign:
?Do not cover the back of your clear acrylic sign with any adhesive because it will show through to the front
?Do not attempt to drill holes in your clear acrylic sign yourself
?Do hire a professional to hang your clear acrylic sign for you
?Do consider using stand offs in hanging your clear acrylic sign
?Double check a colored acrylic sign for transparency before hanging with adhesives.
With these simple steps in mind, your acrylic sign will look great in any color!
What Is Acrylic Plastic
Curb appeal is important in a house, wouldn't you agree? Whether you're putting it on the market or just enjoy a beautiful home, how something looks on the outside can say a lot about what awaits on the inside. An attractive, well-kept house and yard tell anyone shopping around or even just driving by that the people who own the home care a lot about quality.
Acrylic plastic signs can work in the same way. They go a long way in enhancing one's 'curb appeal' before a customer or client even sees you. With its streamlined, professional appearance, an acrylic plastic sign guiding people towards your office or business not only lets them know that you care about quality; it says you care about them.
What Makes A Plastic Acrylic Sign StandOut From Other Types Of Signs?
There are a variety of materials used for both interior and exterior signs. Acrylic, aluminum, vinyl, and plastic are a few popular kinds of signs. The surface appearance, structure, and function of each one give all types of sign a different appearance.
Acrylic plastic signs are both clear and very smooth in appearance. Think of house shopping again: you want a house with good lines and modern, up to date features. Knowing a house looks sharp and has what you need helps you relax once inside. Acrylic signs also have good lines and look modern, telling your clients that you are up to date on your profession and that when they come to you, they can relax - you've got what they need!
With Acrylic Plastic Signs, Less Is More
I am married to a real estate agent, and often he comes home and tells me of a home he's just shown a client that's completely cluttered. He will say that the house was actually a pretty good one, but that with too much stuff everywhere, he had a hard time impressing the quality of the house upon his buyer. What a waste for the seller!
You certainly don't want people's first professional impression of you to be 'too busy' and 'cluttered', do you? Before they reach you, you need to send a message about who you are. Acrylic plastic signs send the message of 'focused' and 'professional', because that is exactly how they appear.
Acrylic plastic signs are transparent and come in either a clear surface or a variety of High Gloss Brilliance colors. They look best designed with just a simple business or personal name, or a name and a simple, understated graphic. Think of a popular manufacturer of computers and other high-tech products - it's not hard to imagine its brand name in modern looking lettering with a sleek, simple logo. And my, how they sell! Why? Because their image is clear, focused, and professional, just like your acrylic plastic sign can be.
With Such A Premium Appearance, Are Acrylic Signs Of Premium Cost?
Some features that increase the cost of a house are its location, amenities, roads, etc. The quality of the materials that built the house isn't always a factor. Fortunately, the quality of acrylic sheeting is not a factor in pricing acrylic signs! Why do I say this? Because acrylic sheeting is inexpensive, yet the quality of it is invaluable.
Acrylic signs are often the best choice of custom signs when looking for something for your office, retail store, or even trade show. They come in a variety of sizes, also! You can purchase a small acrylic sign on your office door or order a large one to hang as a directional sign.
The other great thing about acrylic signs is that they are extremely durable. When you invest in an acrylic sign, you are investing in something that will speak for you for years to come.
Sold! But, How Do I Hang My Acrylic Sign?
Once you've decided to purchase an acrylic sign, we can work with you on the design you want on your custom sign. After the sign is produced, usually finished with a bevel effect for a high-quality appearance, we can include predrilled holes in the corners for screw mounts. We recommend hiring a professional to mount your acrylic sign to prevent damage to either your wall or your acrylic sign.
Because screws are not included with your acrylic sign, almost any sized hole can be drilled to your specifications. The exception is any size that might cause damage to your acrylic sign.
Let Your Acrylic Sign Point to YOU As The Clear Choice In Your Business
With a high-quality, premium acrylic sign, you send the message that you are clear, focused, professional, and the right choice for your clients or customers!
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