SignWorks generally uses Gemini to source our dimensional letter lobby signs because the letters carry a life-time warranty which is very important to our customers. This particular wholesale fabricator is a primary supplier to many sign shops and their products range from molded plastic logos and lettering, to flat cut Acrylic as well as metal logos and letters. Today we decided to do a mini tutorial on the topic of acrylic and metal dimensional letters since it they have become so popular with our customers and are always in demand. They can be used both indoors and out, with the exception of laminate letters mounted to foam or acrylic, which are strictly for indoor use.
Dimensional letters can be flat cut acrylic, formed plastic or made from flat cut or cast metals. They come in a variety of depths as small as 1/8” thick. For Flat Cut metal signs, the types of metal, the respective depths and the overall height of the letters are as follows:
- Aluminum: ⅛”–1” deep, ½”–46” high
- Bronze: ⅛”–1/2” deep, ½”–46” high
- Brass: ⅛”–3/4” deep, ½”–46” high
- Copper: ⅛”–3/8” deep, ½”–40” high
- Steel: ⅛”–1/2” deep, ½”–46” high
Standard style cast metal letters can be from 2” to 24” tall and custom ones, made as a single piece, can be as large as 48” X 48” with depths up to 3”. Even larger pieces can be made in multiple sections. Fabricated metal letters in stainless steel or aluminum can be from ½” to 3” thickness. And, dependent on the depth can be illuminated using LED bulbs to create illuminated channel letter signs.
Flat cut Laser acrylic lettering and logo options are a great choice and available in even more sizes as indicated below:
- 1/8″ thick, sizes from 1″ – 24″
- 3/16″ thick, sizes 1″ – 30″
- 1/4″ thick, 1″ – 48″
- 3/8″ thick, 1″ – 72″
- 1/2″ thick, 2″ – 72″
- 3/4″ thick, 2″ – 72″
- 1″ thick, 2″ – 72″
- 1-1/2″ thick, 2″ – 72″
Formed plastic, injection molded and laminated metals mounted to acrylic or foam represent other dimensional lettering options that round out the selection. These can be discussed in more detail at a later date.
Gemini also supplies a variety of metal plaques in raised or recessed styles, as well as precision laser etched plaques. Each is offered in a host of metal finishes and carry the same lifetime warranty. Over the years we have found the company to be easy to work with and extremely professional. Their website is very rich with product information and we often send customer’s there if they need to compare product types or need some guidance regarding available standard fonts, etc. Custom fonts are also available.
Please connect with us if you are considering adding dimensional letters or a logo to your building or interior lobby wall. You can reach us by phone at (510) 357-2000. We can offer you the technical advice and expertise needed to select from all the various options including installing them at your facility! If you want more information about SignWorks just visit our website to view our project photos and blog posts.