The best neon diner signs both attract you and get your stomach juices pumping. And when you think of diners in California, neon is usually a huge part of the visual. In fact, nothing brings a classic 1950s vibe to mind more than a flickering neon sign.

Today, seeing a neon diner sign harkens us back to an era when waitresses on rollerskates brought customers milkshakes and burgers to the barstool where they were sitting. You can find examples of Dave’s Sign’s vintage neon creations adorning neighborhood diner haunts such as the Busy Bee Cafe and Jack’s Diner. Let’s take a look at both of them, shall we?

Busy Bee 50s Cafe

The Busy Bee 50s cafe in Ventura County is known for its classic diner atmosphere and mouthwatering comfort food. You feel like you are transported back to the Fifties once you step inside, too. Before all that happens, though, you can almost smell burgers cooking on the grill when you drive or walk by. That’s due in part to the illuminated storefront signs that draw in customers hungry for food & nostalgia.

Jack’s Diner

The neon signs of Jack’s Diner, whether unlit or lit, look amazing.

Below, you can see that the tri-color lights of the sign we made for Jack’s Diner sign really come together to make something special.  The effect also makes it look like something tough & intelligent Dick Tracy would encounter whenever he would stop to grab a coffee in between busting crime.

Repairing Neon Signs

You may think that your classical neon sign is gone forever if it’s in disrepair.  Luckily, we believe in keeping this tradition alive, and we will happily repair your neon signs. Dave’s Signs crafts some mighty fine tubes by hand by using high-quality industrial materials.

Eye-catching neon diner signs are guaranteed to brighten your business and get customers excited about you.  Dave’s Signs serves commercial business nationwide and in Ventura, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles County areas. No sign job is too big or small, and we do it all. Call us at (805) 641-1387 to discuss your neon sign concept or contact us online with your questions.

Storefront signs are the lifeblood of the industry. After all, have you ever checked out a store that didn’t have an attractive storefront sign? Fortunately for our customers, we’ve been working on many unforgettable storefront sign designs that make people say, “What is that?” Let’s learn more about them!

What are Storefront Signs?

Storefront signage appears on fronts of retail stores and other businesses. They typically identify the business’s name, motto or slogan. Sometimes the signs may identify all three. A well-designed sign for these businesses will often cleverly enhance their brand. Additionally, they may convey some other vital aspects about them to their customers. Ahead, let’s look at four simple storefront sign designs that enhance your brand.

1. Reflecting Trademarks: The Body Shop

Any signage created for The Body Shop needs to allure and attract people from all walks of life to be effective. The London-based company is famed for its ethically-sourced and naturally-inspired beauty products. Doing something so innovative deserves to be captured to perfection in signage that represents their mission.

The storefront design Dave’s Signs incorporated for the cosmetics giant uses the distinguished and dimensional round “O ” circle emblem with drops & feathers that reflect the friendliness and softness that is their trademark.  Also, minimalist window graphics representing their top-selling types of cosmetics, coupled with luminous and radiant signage, lets customers know their makeup can make their visage and body positively glow.

2. Simplicity Speaks Volumes: Anytime Fitness

There are customers that want to get fit any time of the day or night, so you want a sign that gets noticed by them 24/7. The illuminated signage we created for our national customer Anytime Fitness accomplishes this goal. They know just by looking at it that they can get fit “anytime” they want.  The dynamic magenta figure and text capture their well-known fitness brand perfectly, too. As you can see, some of the best storefront sign ideas are really simple, yet they still present your brand in a novel way.

3. Just the Sweet Facts: Sanders & Sons

Sanders & Sons’ custom window art is just as sweet as the gelato they serve to their customers.  Also, it’s an excellent example of just presenting enough information to get customers to clamor for their cold treats.  We chose to go with gold-embossed window etching that features serif font that breaks through their circular logo. Important information from this storefront sign can be ascertained at a glance by gelato devotees who want to satisfy their cravings.

4. American Eagle Outfitters: A Storefront Sign with Presence

The American Eagle Outfitters company’s motto is to empower their customers. Therefore, any sign designed for them needs to be empowering and have a presence.  We think the wrought iron-styled storefront sign we made for the jean making company definitely fits that bill.  From the inviting and curving channel-cut letters that match the intricate designs on the terrace to the customized open awning, this powerful design hits it out of the park.

Storefront Sign Designs That Really Work

It’s our goal to create the most attractive and innovative signs that you’ll see. Whether it’s from our own design or using your brand guidelines, we have you covered. Connect with us today to find out how we can help by calling (805) 641-1387. Alternatively, you can reach out via our online contact page for more information.

When the check engine light comes on, customers need to get vehicle parts and repairs ASAP.  The best custom signage for parts and auto repair shops accomplishes this goal and gets you noticed in a flash.  Additionally, proper signage for this industry gives your message the attention it deserves,  while still ensuring smooth interactions between customers and staff. Here’s how to get your auto service center signs noticed.

Keep the Message Short

Auto parts are closely related to auto services so we are going to start with them.

Whether the customer is driving by in a car or walking on a sidewalk, a sign must have a clear purpose to be effective. And signs designed to sell attract the customer’s attention by keeping the message short and making the action clear. This design intent works extremely well for national brands such as O’Reilly Auto Parts.

As you can see, the O’Reilly sign in Santa Barbara that Dave’s Signs created is optimized to sell. You know right away that they are an auto parts business (purpose), and the front-lit illuminated sign incorporates the well-known O’Reilly shamrock logo nicely.

Bright Colors Lend a Strategic Advantage

Auto lube shops are a type of auto service center, and an effective sign function for this niche industry is two-fold. On the one hand, they have to look alluring and professional to attract customers. On the other, they have to advertise what services they offer at a glance. This brightly-colored monument sign we made for Auto Lube Care in Ventura exemplifies this approach.

Combine Different Fonts to Amp up Contrast

Body shops and collision centers are other types of auto service centers. They are the shops that repair your car after a fender bender or a more serious collision. As you can imagine, customers and tow truck services have to find them ASAP.  Easily read signs are clearly an advantage here, of course. Fortunately, contrast and other design choices can make a sign infinitely readable.

Contrast coupled with a different typeface usually determines a sign’s readability. Therefore, contrast and typeface are huge factors for any engaging auto service center sign. The sign we created for the collision center company Premier Coach uses these two design principles for maximum effect. Rich colors and different typefaces work together to keep the sign from blending into the neutral background.

As can be seen here, there are plenty of ways to elevate your brand visibility and bring customers to you. Given these points, you can present your Auto Service & Parts Center Signs with professionalism by using Dave’s Signs. We create beautiful custom signs nationally and locally here in Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles Counties.  Our product options and services are the perfect fit for your auto repair, lube, or tire service shop. Contact us online to find out more or call (805) 641-1387 to speak to one of our team members.

If you sell vehicles, you know you have to stand out to get maximum brand visibility. Otherwise, you could lose your competitive edge.  Since automotive retailers have so much riding on selling their inventory, a sign that brings customers to their lot to look at their latest models and pre-owned vehicles is a must-have. Enter the auto dealership sign, and one that is sleek and professionally designed will immediately grab the attention of potential buyers passing by your business.

Auto Dealership Signs for National & Regional Companies

Dave’s Signs serves Ventura, Santa Barbara, & Los Angeles counties. We also service accounts nationwide. Over the years, we’ve helped many national auto dealership clients such as Acura, Hyundai, and recently, a regional auto group for used cars called Ganas Auto, with their signage needs. Our professionals provide complete services that include surveys, permits, installations, maintenance, and more.

Illuminated signage, especially if it’s mounted atop a tall pole, can be seen from miles away. The signage we created for Ganas Auto really shines and stands out, making it easy to find. Whether it is night or day, everyone instantly recognizes your illuminated sign, including potential customers who may not know your auto service center is there.

Santa Barbara Acura Signs

This Santa Barbara Acura dealership showcases two signs made for them by Dave’s Signs. Dave’s Signs often takes on projects for national auto dealership companies, creating signs according to their specifications, branding guidelines, and local ordinances. These two photos showcase the Acura Signage.

We provided both a channel letter sign for the front and this monument sign at the entryway.

This channel letter sign we created for the Hyundai dealership is another one of our national sign accounts. As you can tell by the photos, the Hyundai storefront sign is as pleasing to the eye as it is enticing to those looking to purchase vehicles.

The Finest Auto Dealership Signs

Do you want auto dealership sign signage that attracts new potential buyers and gives you the edge you need? If so, you can trust Dave’s Signs to work with you to make the design you want a reality. When you want the finest signage for your franchise, we can help.  Also, Dave Signs can manufacture and ship signs anywhere in the U.S. You can call us at (805) 641-1387 to find out more. You can contact us online for a free quote, too.

For commercial outdoor signs to be successful, they need to grab your attention. People have to be able to see them from a distance, often driving by at high-speed. The design has to be eye-catching, especially when there are other signs in the area.

Here are four tips to make outdoor signs stand out from the crowd.

1. Make Designs Bright & Bold

Sometimes words aren’t enough. Try adding an image or logo to mix things up a little. Meanwhile, if you want to make your sign scream, “Look at me,” add some bold colors to both. For instance, the text and logo for the Mondos Beach Break sign are both vibrant and colorful. The design sparks curiosity and imagination of what’s inside.

2. Fonts Matter

There are many styles of fonts to choose from. But you have to be careful about which one you choose.  For instance, the font style that worked for Coca Cola doesn’t work for everyone. If fonts have serifs at the bottom and top of the text, it can all blend into a hot mess. Yolanda’s Mexican Cafe sign works well with this font style, but can you imagine if it was ensconced within a dental office sign? For the best results, the font must be visible, large, and professional in appearance. It also needs to adequately match your brand.

3. Outdoor Signs Only Need a Few Words

For outdoor signs to be truly effective, it’s best to minimize the word count. You want the message to be short and simple so customers can read it on the go. Too many words on a sign can lead to missed opportunities. Just like websites people scan, you need to get the point across right away. Don’t let customers pass you by because they aren’t sure what you have to offer. In this case, less is more!

4. Dimensional Signs

Dimensional Letter signs are popular right now and give your outdoor sign an artistic edge. They are not only attractive but economical. Typically these signs are made using acrylic, but they can be fabricated with metal, aluminum, wood, or plastic.

Take a look at the Barkley Insurance & Risk Management dimensional letter sign in Oxnard, California. We created this dimensional letter sign to not only showcase the business but fit in and enhance the historic building in downtown.

Whether you have a business in Ventura, Santa Barbara & Los Angeles counties, or even nationwide, you can trust Dave’s Signs to take your custom signage to a whole new level. Call us at (805) 641-1387 or request a quote online.