Blade Signs create visual interest and function well in many environments.

Looking for a new way to advertise your business? Are you searching online for “blade signs near me?” Well, Dave’s Signs has you covered locally and nationwide.

We invite you to check out our blade signage. Our signs are made of high-quality materials and will last for years. Plus, some are easy to install—you don’t need any special tools or equipment.

Our gallery has a wide variety of options, perfect for any store or restaurant.

From stores to office buildings, blade signs have stood the test of time. These classic signs are currently a trending item across the country.

But first, what makes a blade sign a blade sign?

What is a Blade Sign?

Blade signs traditionally consist of a thin, flat piece of metal, aluminum, or MDO plywood mounted to a building or post. The name “blade” comes from the fact that the sign hangs down or juts out like a blade.

Blade signs are designed to hang vertically or horizontally on a bracket or frame near the business’s entryway. Rugged and robust, they are mounted perpendicular to walls or other surfaces. Some even hang down from the ceiling.

One of the best features of a blade sign is its short setback. Paired with an eye-catching design makes them highly visible.

They come illuminated or non-illuminated but always provide a focal point for passersby to view.

There are many different types of blade signs, but all share some standard features. They are typically skinny and lightweight, making them easy to mount. They also have a sleek, modern design, perfect for businesses of all types.

Blade signage works well in strip malls, downtown businesses, areas with frequent pedestrian traffic, and businesses with sidewalks in front.

Blade Signs are Designed for Attracting Foot Traffic

One of the main benefits of blade signage is that they are easy to see while walking. Pedestrians won’t have to turn their heads and look at a sign that is flat up against the storefront. They can see the sign from a distance as they move forward because it projects outward and is perpendicular to the building.

Blade signs are also perfect for businesses that want to make a statement. With their sleek design and eye-catching colors, blade signs are sure to grab attention.

Why Choose a Blade Sign?

This type of sign for your business is beneficial in many ways. Here are some of the most important:

• Blade signs are very versatile for just about any business.
• They are made of high-quality materials and will last for years.
• Some are easy to install and don’t require special tools or equipment.
• Their sleek, modern style will give your business a professional look.
• Simple blade signs can be budget-friendly while still making a statement.
• Sophisticated illuminated blade signs can be the standout on the entire block.

Businesses That Use Blade Signage

We’ve seen an incredible number of requests for blade signs in recent years. Here are a few types of businesses that have found great success with blade signs.

• Retail Stores: Retail stores benefit from blade signage, especially if they are located in a crowded space. Blade signs for retail are a great way to enhance the storefront while attracting the attention of shoppers walking by.
• Restaurants: Restaurants are perfect for blade signage because they generate excitement and build anticipation for the experience. A high-quality sign says a lot about the food and can create a sense of fun and intrigue.
• Shopping Malls: These signs are perfect for businesses located in shopping malls. Compact and double-sided, they are a great way to attract attention from drivers and pedestrians.
• Office Buildings: Office buildings can also use blade signs to promote their business by simply displaying their name and logo. They help customers know where they are, especially in office buildings that look the same, and it’s hard to differentiate one office suite from another.

• Vineyards: Local vineyards and tasting rooms abound in California.  A hanging blade sign like the one we created for Majestic Oak Vineyard in Ojai adds an elegant touch that’s on-brand.

Different Types of Custom Blade Signs

As you can see from the gallery at Dave’s Signs, there are many different types of blade signs that you can choose from. Here are a few of their popular designs and the various ways they are used.

Hanging Blade Signs

Hanging blade signs, also called swinging signs, are typically double-sided and hang from a mount on the wall or ceiling above the business. They can be designed using custom print graphics, vinyl letters, hand-painted, sandblasted, or even routed. The most common sizes are square, rectangle, and round, but we can make them into any custom shape.

Here are 2 Types of swinging blade signs.

• Wall Mount: Wall-mounted swinging blade signs are not illuminated. Their custom design displays your company’s name and logo. They usually hang from chains on a bracket mounted on a wall, a pole, or an ornamental frame. These signs are simple, eye-catching, and affordable.
• Ceiling Mount: Ceiling-mounted swinging blade signs like the one pictured here can be a great way to grab attention in shopping malls and other retail locations where wall space is limited. These hanging signs are right in view, making them easy to see for shoppers walking or driving by.

Stationary Blade Signs

Stationary blade signs are a great way to showcase your business name and logo. They are simple, polished, and professional-looking. Since they are stationary, they can be illuminated with various lighting styles and other sign technologies like channel letters, neon, lightbox illumination, and dimensional letters because they can support the added weight. They can be used indoors or outdoors in your building and come in a variety of sizes.

Illuminated Blade Signs

Illuminated blade signs are perfect for businesses that want to make a statement 24/7. These signs are brightly lit and can be seen from a distance. Illuminated blade signs are custom-made to fit your brand and lit using channel letters, LED, neon, and or illuminated lightboxes.

Custom Illuminated Blade Signs

Typically most of our custom illuminated blade signs have a combination of lighting technologies in one sign. Since each lighting style brings its own look and feel, sometimes the right combination of different styles can bring the most eye-catching and appealing sign on the block.

For example, the Finneys Crafthouse & Kitchen sign at the top of this article is a two-sided custom-shaped stationary sign. It uses neon lighting, face-lit channel letters, and an illuminated lightbox for the “& Kitchen” section. This sign is huge and stands out for an entire block. Pedestrians and drivers can all see this sign day or night. It’s like a beacon for all to come and try out Finney’s.

Here are some classics for those who want to focus on one lighting style.

Neon Blade Signs

Neon-lit blade signs are iconic and are a special type of lighted blade sign we regularly make for our clients. These illuminated blade signs are perfect for businesses that want to stand out from the competition in a nostalgic tone. They are brightly lit and can be seen from a distance, making them perfect for promoting your business at night.

Channel Letter Blade Signs

You can’t go wrong with a channel letter sign. A channel letter means any character, letter, shape, or number that is 3-D and has a lighting element inside. These signs can be face-lit and or halo-lit. Typically made of aluminum and acrylic, a channel letter blade sign is rugged, affordable, and makes a statement 24/7.4

Illuminated Lightbox Blade Signs

Star of CA Illuminated Monument Sign by Dave’s SignsYou’ll find many illuminated lightbox signs – illuminated cabinets – used for businesses alongside city streets. These projecting signs help drivers see the business, especially at night.

These signs offer a property manager a permanent sign fixture that can be easily updated when a new tenant moves into the space.

3-D / Dimensional Letter Blade Signs

Three-dimensional blade signs are perfect for businesses that want to stand out in 3-D at a lower cost than channel letters. The sleek, flowing lines of this type of blade sign will catch the eye of passersby and invite them in to see what the business is all about. These signs can be lit externally with flood and spotlights, bullet, or even gooseneck lights.

Three-dimensional blade signs are perfect for businesses that want to stand out in 3-D without the higher cost of channel letters. The sleek, flowing lines of this type of blade sign will catch the eye of passersby and invite them in to see what you’re business is all about.

Custom Shapes

Custom blade sign shapes can be striking. Their detailed craftsmanship, like this custom outdoor blade sign we did for Rookees illustrates a uniqueness and character you can’t get from a standard flat panel sign.

Sandblasted & Routed Blade Signs

Lastly, everyone has seen a sandblasted or routed sign like this one, Zen Massage Place. A custom shape, 3-D feel on the letters, background texture, and a pop of color make this sign really stand out on Main Street downtown.

What are Blade Signs Made from?

Many materials can go into making them. Let’s take a closer look:

• Aluminum / Metal – Aluminum and metal with acrylic graphics, flat graphic signs, and illuminated cabinets – aka lightbox signs.
• Wood – Redwood or cedar for a traditional wood sign look. Great for sandblasted and routed signs.
• Acrylic – Durable and weather-resistant, acrylic signs get your message across in 3-D.
• MDO – Flat graphic signs, weather-resistant and waterproof, these medium-density overlay plywood signs are common in real estate.

Blade Signage Services & Support

Blade Signage Design

Whether you are working with existing branding guidelines, sign designs, or need something designed from scratch. We have an excellent design team that can work with you to come up with a standout design that matches your brand and meets the sign requirements of your city or location.

Blade Signage Permits

Do you need help with the city permitting process? Or maybe you have restrictions or limitations at your site location. Let us handle it. We have been working with cities and compliance for over 20 years. We know the permitting process. Often clients will come to us before they purchase or lease property to advise them on signage regulations and how they will affect their business.

Blade Signage Fabrication

We fabricate our blade signage in-house so we can control the quality. Whether it’s a simple flat graphic blade sign or sophisticated illuminated cabinet blade signage with neon and halo-lit channel letters, we make sure it’s up to code and looks great.

Blade Sign Installation

A few blade signs are simple, lightweight, and easy to install because the brackets are already in place. You just have to switch out the swinging flat panel. However, most blade signage requires professional installation. Our expert installers will ensure your sign is secure, looks great, and is compliant with city ordinances.

Blade Signage Service & Repair

We feel that there is no one better to maintain your sign than the company who made it. Not only will we design, fabricate and install your signs. We’ll be there for routine maintenance and repair when the need arises.

Do you already have blade signage done by someone else? Does it need repair, removal, or restoration? No problem, call us. We can repair your sign or create a brand new sign just like it.

Dave’s Signs: Your Custom Blade Sign Company

From a traditional blade sign design to custom signs that speak to your brand, the team at Dave’s Signs can make the right sign for your business site a reality. And whether we use custom lighting like halo-lit channel letters or something else you have in mind, your projecting sign will capture the imagination of everyone passing by.

We’ll be there for every step, from getting permits, designing your sign, and fabrication to installing it properly.

Whether you’re local or out of state – we ship nationwide. If you’re interested in finding out more about our custom blade signage, you can contact us at (805) 641-1387. You can also reach out to us with questions or request a quote online.

There are plenty of ways to save money with business signs. The trick is to find the best and the most energy efficient business sign options available. Old and out of date lighting systems can cost your company money in the long run. This is usually seen in small businesses. Check out this bright sign below.

Energy Efficient Business Signs

If you are somebody who is dealing with flickering or unreliable signs, day in and day out, you should take a look at solutions that will last for a long time. Energy efficient business signs will save you a lot on operating costs along with giving off an attractive look for your brand. Since neither the consumers nor the employees will be disturbed by feeble or flickering signs, it will be beneficial for your business. Check out this illuminated business sign below.

Business signs are used not only in storefronts but also in lobbies and conference rooms. You might even spot them in restaurants, airports, and retail outlets. Since the vast majority use bright colors and lights, it is only natural to make them as energy efficient as possible so that not only is our environment helped, but we also save money. Check out this custom lighted business sign below.

We offer a free assessment of your existing signs and our installers will let you know the best course you can take. A way you can save energy is to use ENERGY STAR certified signage that use cooler-running lighting technology.  The lights that are ENERGY STAR rated are 18% more energy efficient than those that are not energy conscious. This can save your business some money over the course of the year.

Do note that using such measures may also make you eligible to earn some benefits by the government. Using our energy efficient business signs will not only help you save on energy costs, but they are more environmentally friendly as well. Check out our gallery to see some great options to choose from.

Unlike in the past, various factors contribute to business development and success today. Business managers and owners need to adopt unique marketing strategies to capture their audience’s attention in this competitive market.

Apart from advertising services and products offered by businesses and communicating effectively with customers, ideal business signage is one of the most cost-effective and efficient options for attracting customers and advertising your brand. 

According to research, a big percentage of customers said that they entered a business or a store for the first time just because of the allure of the sign. This tells you that business signs work.

Below are various reasons why businesses should adopt custom signs for their businesses.

Enhancing Brand Exposure

Well designed business signage boosts your brand’s exposure which eventually helps your business scale to new heights and maintain the lead among your competitors. It also increases the chances of getting repeat customers and attracting many new potential ones.

See how simple, yet effective this sign looks below?

Cost Effectiveness

Signage is among the most cost-effective marketing strategies available. Once you have paid for the design and sign itself, there will be no added cost once it is installed. What’s more, it will advertise the business round the clock all year long.

Distinction

A custom sign helps set your business ahead of your competitors while helping you to develop an exclusive brand for your potential customers. However, in order to have a sign that sets your business apart from the rest; you need to have a unique, long lasting and beautiful sign. 

This custom sign below is full of color, you can’t miss it!

If you are looking to update your business signs. Give us a call at (805) 641-1387 or contact us online to see how our expertise and exceptional service can get you the signs you are looking for at an affordable price. Be sure to check out our gallery to get inspired.

Country Inn & Suites Conversion to the Amanzi Hotel

Outdoor business signage goes a long way in branding your business. Well-designed signage can go a long way in attracting more customers, increasing the profitability of your business.

We at Dave’s Signs have handled scores of sign conversion projects for businesses of all shapes and sizes.

When it comes to updating old signage, our proven process, creativity, and sign expertise allow us to provide clients with outstanding signage results.

Here is a quick case study about one of our latest projects. It’s a classic example of how a modern sign projects a more upscale image for the hotel.

Project – Pylon & Monument Sign Conversions for the Amanzi Hotel

The ownership of Country Inn & Suites changed hands, and the new owner wanted to rebrand the business to the Amanzi Hotel. This hotel mostly caters to tourists visiting the area. The client saw our website and was interested in the information and details of the signage services we provide. Since the business was being rebranded, our client needed to upgrade the existing signage that was already on the property.

The Client Had Very Specific Requests:

• They wanted a modern sign design using their new logo that would immediately draw the attention of passing tourists.
• The remodel and rebranding design needed to be in sync with the interior design of the hotel.
• The project included a pole sign with freeway visibility and two ground monument signs at the entry driveways.
• They needed the new signs to fit over existing old misshapen sign structures.

Here is a photo of the old entryway monument sign below.

Sign Design, Fabrication & Installation

The pylon sign was created using LED illuminated channel letters over pan formed aluminum. Some of the unique features of the sign are the halo lit wave details. Best of all, we successfully fit the sign right over the old structure. The job went smoothly from start to finish.

We handled everything from the design, fabrication, and installation of the Amanzi Hotel pylon and the entryway monument signs. The illuminated signs reflect the more upscale image of the new hotel and our client is extremely happy with the outcome.

In addition to design, fabricating and installation services, we also handle maintenance and repairs of all types of signage.

For more information, feel free to call Dave’s Signs at (805) 641-1387, or reach out to us online and we will get back to you shortly.

Be sure to also check out our sign galleries for some inspiration.

If you are a property manager, you know exactly how important property management signs are for the success of your business. Just as the right kind of signage can help you succeed, a poorly designed sign system can have the exact opposite effect.

Check out this property management sign below we did for Brock Hills residential community. It’s clean, simple and gets the message across.

Here are Some Things You Need to Know About Property Management Signs:

1 – They Need to be Readable

Choose the font with care and make sure that the lettering is sufficiently large. Not everyone will have excellent eyesight, and it’s important to have a sign that can be easily seen from a distance. This is a crucial aspect of property management signs.

2 – Keep It Simple

Property management signs need to be clean and simple. For instance, if the sign is meant to direct people towards an office or restaurant, be direct and keep the message simple. The signs should maintain the look and feel of your brand, but don’t overdo it with clutter that can make the sign hard to follow. 

Here is a sign we did that does just that for The Pierpont Inn.

3 – Quality Matters

Because these signs are meant to be outdoors, the quality of your sign is of the utmost importance. They need to withstand the rain and changing weather patterns. With the right property management sign,  you can help to increase desire and add value to renters.

4 – Hire Professionals for Sign Design

Getting your property management signs to succeed is about hiring the right team. At Dave’s Signs, we have been designing, fabricating, installing and servicing property management signs for over 20+ years. We know exactly how to provide our clients the kind of property management signs they require.

For information on our property management sign services feel free to call Dave’s Signs at (805) 641-1387, or reach out to us online and we will get back to you shortly.

Make sure you also check out our gallery of recent work.