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The International Sign Association (ISA) identifies illumination as a crucial piece of your signage puzzle. In addition to size and color choice, the light source – as well as its proper positioning – determines whether motorists easily spot your place of business from the road, in the dark or against the backdrop of other commercial signs. Although it is true that there may be municipal limitations placed on the amount of brightness that your sign may generate, there is rarely ever an injunction against the common types of illumination.
It is for these reasons that back lit signs for Warren, MI, are so immensely popular among businesses. Our experts at Majestic Sign & Design frequently get requests from companies in search of the perfect illuminated marker that identifies their businesses for all to see. The technology itself is simple.
Aluminum body. Durable and not in danger of rusting, we prefer to use aluminum as the body for your signage.- Backing. The backing is made of clear polycarbonate. This material is durable and lets the light through.
- Facing. The front, which faces the street, is usually made of acrylic. This allows for some eye-popping color choices.
- Illumination. Choose from LED lights or neon tubes. They are durable, cost effective and provide you with consistent lighting for a long time to come.
- Mounting. We rely on heavy-duty 1.5-inch to 2-inch standoffs to hang your sign. This leaves enough space for a full halo effect, if you so desire. This mounting choice also allows us to hide cables and transformer connections from view.
If you choose a back lit channel letter sign, the illumination escapes through the acrylic face on the front and to a lesser extent through the polycarbonate backing in the back. The result is a crisp letter display that has a bit of a halo, which surrounds the whole of the signage. The effect is quite eye-catching.
When you select the light box version instead, you have a choice of numerous shapes and sizes. For the company that wants to turn a uniquely shaped logo or mascot into a piece of the overall signage, this is the perfect solution. The facing can be made from the acrylic or polycarbonate materials that channel letters’ fronts and backs are made of. The lettering itself will be translucent to let the light escape after dark and create an easy-to-read effect.
Since you have so many options open to you, it is a good idea to consult with our experts at the onset of the creative process. Back lit signs for Grosse Point, MI, and its surrounding areas must meet certain city permitting standards, which we can ensure to meet early on in the design process. Make a mistake here, and you may end up having to scrap your whole idea for a great new marker that would make your company stand out. By customizing your signage with landlord and municipality restrictions in mind, you eliminate the frustration and any wait times that arise during the permitting process.
It’s easy to contact us for a free quote and we hope you’ll consider us for all your signage needs!