Directory Signs
Written by Craig B

Directory Signs

Directory signs are vital for any office building. These signs will help direct patrons and keep the traffic moving. Here is a look at other benefits of directory signs and details on installation.

Directory Sign Benefits

Lobby signs are typically the first thing anyone sees when entering a building. Look at this sign as your first chance to build your brand and reputation. A clear and clean sign gives a look of professionalism that won’t be mistaken. Making the building easier to navigate can go a long way in the minds of customers. All patrons will appreciate the ease of navigation, courtesy of these signs.

Customer convenience is perhaps the top benefit of directory signs. Think of these signs as a benefit to both your company and your customers. It serves multiple purposes and benefits all parties. Promote your business and earn the respect of customers by choosing to invest in directory signs for your business park.

What Are Acrylic Signs?
Written by Craig B

Cleaning Acrylic Logo Signs

Washing The Acrylic Logo Sign

The best way to clean acrylic logo signs is with clean, lukewarm water and a clean, soft, nonabrasive, non-linting cloth. If the sign is large and located out of reach, you can use a pressure washer instead.  Mild soap or detergent can be mixed with the lukewarm water when necessary.

Drying The Acrylic Sign

For a streak-free sign, dry with a clean, dry soft cloth.  Gently blotting the sign with the cloth is the safest way to ensure a beautiful result. For signs that cannot be easily reached, you can simply allow the sign to air dry.

Signs That Need More Than Soap and Water

If your sign has a more stubborn cleaning problem, you can purchase cleaning agents designed specifically for acrylic. Make sure to double-check that any cleaner you purchase, other than a mild soap or detergent, is safe to use on acrylic. These products are specially designed to clean, polish or buff acrylic and can be found at your local hardware store or online.  Follow the directions on the product, use soft clean cloths, and your acrylic logo sign should continue to look as clean and brilliant as the day you bought it.

Motorcycle Wrap Costs 2025
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Motorcycle Wrap Costs

The average price for wrapping a motorcycle is $2,750 with costs varying from $1,500 to $4,000 for the US in 2020. Read on to learn more.

Motorcycle Wraps

Vinyl wrapping continues to gain popularity, even though this material has been on the market for a long time. Vinyl wrapping utilizes high-quality materials, which create adhesive sheets that can put onto your bike. Whether you want to alter color or finish, vinyl wrapping is an excellent choice for bikers.

Benefits Of Motorcycle Wrap

The first benefit of vinyl wrapping is the ease of installation. To apply this material, less than half the time will be needed when compared to traditional paint jobs. Vinyl wrap takes only 2-3 days to apply to the bike. Traditional paint jobs can take upwards of 2 weeks to complete.

Once applied, this wrapping can last between 4-5 years with proper care. More importantly, the wrap will not impact your original paint job in any way. If you ever desire to change your bike’s look or go to back to the original paint, the removal process of vinyl wrapping is painless. All vinyl wraps are 100% removal.

  • Can last up to 5 years.
  • Protects the paint on your bike.
  • Less maintenance and upkeep.
  • Wrap is 100% removable.

Motorcycle Wrap Costs

Even though motorcycles are smaller than cars, wraps are more labor intensive due to the odd shapes and sizes. More parts and more curves will equate to larger labor costs. Depending on the type of material used and how much of the motorcycle needs to be wrapped.

Davis Signs And Graphics

Davis Signs And Graphics can make virtually any kind of signage you like in the design, style and material you desire. Our architectural signage will work for everyone. No matter how complicated a project may be, Davis Signs And Graphics is your #1 choice for all kinds of signs! We also offer Motorcycle Wraps in Ogden, Ogden Utah.

2025 Neon Signs Costs
Written by Craig B

Neon Signs For Your Man Cave

When tasked with designing a man cave, there are many factors that need to be considered. What is the goal or theme of the room? Will this area be used mostly for relaxation or will it be used as a gathering spot for all the big games? Once you decide just how the room should be utilized, you can move on to the next steps in the design process.

Neon signs are a common choice for man caves because they can be customized. If you need a name or a sports team logo placed on the neon sign, most companies can make this happen. Additionally, any customizations needed are generally pretty cheap when compared to other signage options. Make your sports affiliations stand out with these highly visible signs. Whether it’s daytime or nighttime, customized neon signs will always give your man cave a unique and distinct look and feel.

Neon signs are a common choice for man caves because they can be customized. If you need a name or a sports team logo placed on the neon sign, most companies can make this happen. Additionally, any customizations needed are generally pretty cheap when compared to other signage options. Make your sports affiliations stand out with these highly visible signs. Whether it’s daytime or nighttime, customized neon signs will always give your man cave a unique and distinct look and feel.

Neon Signs For Home Decor

Neon signs are typically purchased by businesses, but this signage is becoming more and more popular for homeowners. Davis Signs offers the best selection of neon signs in the entire nation. With over 30 years of industry experience, Davis Signs  can customize any sign to fit your needs. Any phrase or image can be put on your sign. And the best news is Davis Signs  will also install and repair your neon signs. Don’t take this task on yourself; let the professionals at Davis Signs  handle all the work!

Neon Sign Benefits

Neon signs are terrific options for your business to attract new customers/clients. Not only do these signs stand out during the day or night, they are incredibly flexible for customization. Shape and design options are essentially limitless when choosing neon signage. Davis Signs Utah can customize any sort of design, including any wording or phrases on the sign.

In addition to customization, Davis Signs  can install and repair neon signs, whenever necessary. The professionals will take any design ideas or requests and produce the best possible product for your business. Customers can also choose which type of gas they want used in the sign. The choices are neon, xeon, helium, krypton and argon.

  • Visible during the day and night.
  • Great flexibility when it comes to shape and design.
  • Save on energy compared to traditional lighting options.
  • Extremely durable.
  • Can be used indoors and outdoors.
  • Lasts 10-12 years with proper maintenance and upkeep.
  • Attracts new customers to your business/company.
Can I put a business sign on my front yard
Written by Craig B

Choosing The Best Sign For Your Business

The sign you choose for your business will become its identity, making it distinguishable in an increasingly competitive market. For the sign to express the character of your business and attract the viewer’s attention in an instant, it must be more than just an attractively designed logo and a witty slogan; a successful sign is an intricate blend of various elements like marketing, demographics, and visual appeal. What makes designing appealing signage more difficult is the fact that everyone is going somewhere, so your sign must be one that is instantly visible, recognizable, and understandable by people on the move.

Signage Makes A Great First Impression


First impressions are often hard to change, and your signage is the first contact prospective customers will have with your business. If it fails to captivate peoples’ attention, your venture is doomed to failure, regardless of how remarkable your products or services are. An investment in professional signage design, therefore, will go a long way in establishing a strong market presence for your business. Professional signage graphics designers understand the complexities of marketing and what it takes to captivate the attention of passersby, turning them into prospective customers.

All globally recognized chains began their journey as any other business in the market, with a focus on product quality, service, and cultivating a recognizable market presence through strategic marketing setting them apart from the competition. This is the kind of success your business can acquire if investment is made to cultivate an effective market presence from the time of its inception.

An effective sing must tell the onlooker about the core-purpose of your business and tell your story even before the customer steps into your establishment.

What Make A Good Business Sign?


How effective a sign is in introducing your business to customers depends largely on how visible, prominent, readable and understandable your sign is for people rushing to the bus stop or driving past. If it is appealing enough to captivate people’s attention, it is a job well done. The following elements are what a professional designer will keep in focus when crafting an effective sign for your business.

Placement Of The Sign 

Where your establishment is located is also a major consideration when determining the placement of your sign. If you are located such that your customers will not be able to easily spot your sign from a distance, you could consider a different location for increased exposure. Leading researches inform that signs mounted perpendicular to the roadway enjoy the most visibility, and those mounted on buildings parallel to the roadway need to be a minimum of 70% bigger than those perpendicular in order capture a driver’s attention as they drive past. Any signs mounted by a major highway or road need to be appealing, with minimal written content; always assume that people driving past will not stop to read.

Size Of The Sign 

Moving on, we will assume that your sign is visible enough to be spotted from a distance and focus on the size of written content to ensure that your message is readable.

Expert recommendation suggests that the letters on your sign should be at least an inch tall for every 25-feet of distance so that they can be easily read by people driving past. For instance, if our establishment is 300 feet from the main road, the letters on your sign should be at least 12 inches big in height. If your sign uses a font that is harder to read, the minimum size of the letters will have to be increased to make the content easily readable.

To determine how small your sign can be while being readable at the same time, consider that each letter will occupy one square foot. A sign that is 410 feet away with 18-letter content will need at least 25 square feet for the content alone and an additional 35%-40% of empty space to maximize clarity. This is the smallest size you should consider for a sign with no logos and clear readable text mounted perpendicular to the road at this distance.

However, a number of businesses will not be satisfied with a bland sign without graphics. The style of the letters, how easily recognizable the logos and designs are, the lighting method, and the composition of colors will all enhance the sign’s visibility even if the font used is not easy to read.

Height Of The Sign 

Once you’ve determined the placement and the size of your sign, you need to consider at what height the signs needs to be mounted. The further away the sign is from the road, the higher it needs to be so that it is easily visible to people driving by. If your establishment is by a freeway, the sign needs to be high enough to be visible from a great distance but if you’re located in a business area it just needs to be high enough to not be obscured by moving and parked vehicles.

The length of written content on your sign will generally dictate its dimensions, but assuming that your sign meets the minimum size and height requirements mentioned above, and is mounted perpendicular to the road about 5 to 10 feet from the closest edge of public right-of-way, the bottom of the sign should be a at least 7 feet above the ground to avoid being obscured by dormant and moving vehicles.

Illumination Of The Sign 

Another primary consideration once the size, placement, and height of the sign have been decided is the lighting. Proper focus on lighting will ensure that your sign is clearly visible day in and day out, at night time, and in all kinds of weather. A sign that is well-lit is easier to read by moving vehicles, providing round the clock advertisement for your business. Proper lighting on your sign will strengthen your business’s market presence as it will serve as a constant reminder to passersby even when you’re closed.

If you are considering lighting up your sign, you can employ one or a combination of three basic approaches: 1) lamps can be installed at the base of the sign and oriented to shine on its face, 2) lighting can be installed internally, shining through the face of the sign from the back illuminating it from within, 3) lighting elements like LEDs, neon tubing and exposed bulbs can be used to light up the sign as well. With modern advancements in technology, we now have the luxury of a vast array of economical, energy-efficient lighting fixtures that are easy to install and maintain.

It is advisable to match the lighting on your sign with the color scheme of your business establishment or that of your advertising and print media to give it a balanced and unified look. It is worth noting that not all lighting fixtures will display colors accurately, so if an accurate representation of your business’s colors is important, lighting fixtures with a high CRI (Color Rendering Index) rating should be considered.

A well-lit sign must be luminous enough to stand its ground in the presence of other signs from other businesses around it, but not so bright that it becomes a nuisance. A number of cities in the US have moved to establish brightness limits for street signs, so make sure to check with local planning and development authorities before designing your sign to determine what those limits may be.

2025 Neon Signs Costs
Written by Craig B

Neon Signs Cost 2020

These are also known as LED or neon signs and the visual enticement for these signs is unlike any other. According to ArizonaCommercialSigns, a customized neon sign can start at around $200 and can increase up to $1,000 based on the complexity of the design and its size, they can end up in the $11,000 area. Smaller “off the shelf” types of neon lights are readily available.

Their overall maintenance can be costly, so take this into account before you purchase one. These lights are manufactured from glass and can easily be damaged by bad weather and it may cost a lot to get them repaired. Businesses that operate at night, such as bars or clubs will unquestionably benefit from having a neon sign.

Repair Costs

If it’s a high voltage short, it’ll cost about $350 to repair. Transformer repair would be about $300 and the service call about $350. If the neon is broken and need to be repaired or replaced, the repair would be about $200, with replacement cost being dependent on the size of the affected tube, and about $400 to remove and restore the affected neon. Of course, costs will vary depending on your location. What is important to emphasize is that you should only use licensed electrical sign contractors.

What Are Acrylic Signs?
Written by Craig B

What Are Acrylic Signs

Acrylic signs are made from a glossy finished plastic sheet known by the trademark, Plexiglass. When you are looking for a modern, hi-tech yet sophisticated appearance, acrylic with its wide variety of color options is a frequent choice for attention grabbing purchase, architectural and illuminated signs.

Sign Applications

  • Tradeshow exhibits
  • Signs and easels, all-in-one
  • Showroom signs
  • Retail signs
  • Restaurant signs
  • Point-of-purchase products
  • Office building signs
  • Nameplates and name badges
  • Menu boards
  • Directional and informational signs
  • Brochure holders
  • Boxes

Ideas

You can enhance the visibility of your acrylic signs in the following ways:

  • Using non-glare acrylic to reduce glare problems
  • Using multiple layers of acrylic to enhance the image
  • Using bent easels
  • Incorporating a logo or graphic symbol
  • Designing custom applications
  • Creating a three-dimensional effect—giving the perception of depth to the finished product—using clear acrylic and applying a background color to the reverse side
  • Applying multiple lettering colors
  • Adding stripes and borders

Installation Methods

  • Using Velcro®
  • Using double-sided tape
  • Self-supporting (bent easel)
  • Hanging
  • Gluing
  • Applying suction cups

Maintenance

  • Use acrylic signs for long-term indoor use or for short-term outdoor use in areas protected by overhangs or awnings. (This does not apply to acrylic used in light box signs)
  • Handle acrylic signs with care because acrylic scratches easily and can shatter or chip upon impact
  • Do not leave acrylic in direct sun or in a hot car; it may bow or bend if not laying flat.
Can I put a business sign on my front yard
Written by Craig B

Custom Sign Fabrication

Davis Signs has awesome abilities for the fabrication of signs. They are experienced in all manner of sign building. Be it a fully customized one-off sign, to large scale signs for local, regional and nationwide projects. Using the latest technologies, the David Signs team lead the industry in signage manufacture. Read on to learn more about sign fabrication.

Sign Fabrication Equipment

  • Engravers utilizing laser technology
  • Letter machines controlled by computer
  • Booths for painting
  • A computer run waterjet machine
  • Sandblasting equipment
  • VL approved wiring and lighting
  • Welding, shear and bending equipment
  • Fully computer driven screen printing, digital graphics, vinyl printing and a large flatbed printer

Finishes

We offer a wide range of finishes. For example:

  • Galvanizing, anodizing and polishing
  • Color matching
  • Faux finishing
  • Powder coating
  • Clear coat and base coat painting
  • Single stage polyurethane painting

Davis Signs can make virtually any kind of signage you like in the design, style and materials you like. Our architectural signage will work for nearly everyone. No matter how complicated a project may be, David Signs is your #1 choice for all kinds of signs!

Davis Sign Sell Sneeze Guards
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Davis Signs Sell Sneeze Guards

Davis Signs now sells Sneeze Guards. a public safety essential in these days of COVID-19. Check it out in full here: https://davis-signs.com/sneeze-guards/

Protective Sneeze Guards

We make and install a variety of acrylic shields and sneeze guards to safely distance customers and workers at all times for the restaurant, fast-food industry, grocery stores, banks, and more. Custom built to your specs, our safety guards are available in many sizes and thicknesses to suit your specific needs! Call us today to see how Davis Signs can help your business and your customers stay safe.

Some Of Davis Signs Clients:

  • Choice Hotels
  • Chevron
  • Costco Wholesale
  • Starbucks Coffee
  • IBM
  • The Home Depot

What Is A Sneeze Guard?

A sneezeguard or sneeze guard is an acrylic or plastic shield that was originally designed to protect buffet or restaurant food from contamination. According to WikiPedia, “The sneeze guard was patented in 1959 by restaurateur Johnny Garneau as a “Food Service Table.” However, sneeze guards in 2020 are being used to create a barrier between workers and customers and protect them in the event that someone coughs, sneezes, or spits when speaking. Many retailers are implementing new procedures to keep their workers safe. Many retailers are installing sneezeguards to protect customers and cashiers from germ spreading while completing transactions. According to Today.com, Albertsons, H.E.B, Kroger, Whole Foods, and Walmart have all installed sneeze guards already.

Removing Nicotine From Vinyl Signs
Written by Craig B

Removing Nicotine From Vinyl Signs

It can be difficult to completely remove nicotine from vinyl signs. For a chemical-free approach, the best cleaner for nicotine on the sign is a solution of half vinegar and half water. When cleaning nicotine stains, the vinegar can also help to neutralize the lingering odor. Spray the vinegar solution and let it sit for several seconds before wiping it clean with a damp cloth. It can take several applications to complete. The best cleaner for nicotine on vinyl signs from a commercial standpoint is a product containing trisodium phosphate, or TSP. TSP is a general-purpose cleaner found in most home improvement stores.

Before cleaning the sign, put a tarp down on the floor to protect it from drips. It’s also a good idea to don cleaning gloves, as TSP can irritate the skin.

To remove nicotine from signs, follow the directions on the label for the proper amount of water to cleaner ratio. Dip a sponge or scrub brush in the cleaning solution and wipe or scrub until the stain disappears. It may take several passes for stains that are building up over time. Rinse the sponge in clean water and wipe the area clean of the cleanser.

It may not be possible to remove nicotine from signs that are too far gone, and they may have to be replaced.

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