3 Signage Material Swaps You’ll Appreciate

Do you have a vision? Your space speaks to your brand and creates an experience or achieves a distinct look for your visitors. Advances in technology have made it possible to produce durable, lightweight materials to use for ADA code signage, donor recognition walls and signs, exterior signage, and interior signage.

Here are 3 Easy Materials Swaps that will save you time and money on almost any signage project.

Wood

Our in-house craftsmen and partners provide beautifully finished woodwork for room signage, cabinets, and enclosures. With advancing technology, there are now more options than ever if a swap is needed. Today, we can use laminates, digital prints, and powder coating to provide a fully finished look. Whether the copy is etched or raised, a "real wood" and a "faux wood" option will work. Options are excellent to ensure the solution aligns with the design and your budget.

Metal

Similarly, metal instills a space with a specific feeling. It’s a material that helps tell a story. Is this space modern and cutting edge? Or is this space cozy and welcoming? Whether a client wants an industrial chic look or a rustic appearance, metal laminates create the ambience they want without the cost.
The cost of sourcing metal fluctuates as much as the stock market. Like stone, they can be heavy and difficult to produce and install. Metal-look laminates offer more varied design options, they’re lightweight, and durable. Real metal will continue to oxidize over time, changing the look. That oxidation process doesn’t happen with laminate. It’s also easy to clean, making it a great choice for health care facilities.

Glass

The versatility of glass has made it a popular option for decades, but it’s still a fragile product. Polished acrylic can create the sleek look of glass while providing greater resiliency. Acrylic is easier to print directly on and easier to handle during transportation and installation.

Acrylic also offers so much design flexibility. Opacity and color can be adjusted to suit almost any design specifications. Graphics can be printed on the back or front, creating unique designs. Acrylic itself can be cut into almost any shape. The possibilities are endless.

With all of these options, engaging a professional early is essential, learn more here about budgets for planning, design, and signage.

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