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FAQs

What acrylic is best for neon signs? ›

We usually use 10mm thick acrylic to ensure the panel is robust. Acrylic panel backings are popular for leaving the neon tubes exposed, but still having the ability to hang the sign or fix it to a wall, and simply plug into a mains socket.

How Much Does a Custom Neon Sign Cost? A neon sign's price can vary significantly based on many variables, including size, complexity, design, location, and brand. A standard neon sign can cost approximately $200 to $500.

Much of the high cost of traditional neon signs is a result of how rare they are now. That process is a mastered art known by few and done professionally by even fewer — so when there's only a handful of people able to make neon signs through that complicated process, the price is naturally high.

Traditional neon signs are called so because they use neon, or argon, gas to create the bright colour. Genuine neon signs give off an inimitable glow, created by pumping glass constructions with the right gas depending on the final colour of the sign.

Due to the safety concerns, inefficiency, and expense, the popularity of neon signage has waned over the years in favor of incandescent and LED signs. LED is now the primary source of lighting in illuminated signage as it is the most efficient. Manufacturers also use LED in faux-neon signs and design elements.

Any paint that contains fluorescent pigments will glow under black light. This includes neon acrylic paint, fluorescent spray paint, and some types of oil-based paints. It's important to check the label of the paint you're using to ensure it contains fluorescent pigments.

Neon signs are quite energy-efficient and consume far less power than you might think given how brightly they glow. Most modern signs come equipped with a 240v transformer and use about the same amount of electricity as a single domestic light bulb (60W–100W).

Low Power Consumption:

Neon signs use low-power neon tubes to create their distinctive glow. These neon tubes typically use around 3-5 watts of power per linear foot, making them more energy-efficient than traditional light bulbs.

LED signs require minimal upkeep and are less prone to issues such as flickering, dimming, or bulb replacements, which are common concerns with traditional neon signs.

What is the difference between a neon sign and a LED neon sign? ›

This looks almost identical to traditional neon but is much more flexible in terms of how it can be customised. LED neon is also more energy efficient and environmentally friendly and has capabilities that traditional neon simply doesn't—it can change colour, dim or create a strobe effect, for example.

ACRYLIC SIGNAGE:

Choose a high quality acrylic paint such as Martha Stewart Acrylic Craft Paint, FolkArt Multi-Surface Acrylic Paint by PLAID or DecoArt Americana Series Acrylic Paint.

Acrylic is a durable and weather resistant material, meaning Acrylic signs can be used outside. The tough plastic material is hard to break and like glass, it is resistant against all kinds of weather, making it useful for both indoor or outdoor use. Ask us about using acrylic for a more cost effective outdoor sign.