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Sign Conversions – Modernizing and Updating Old Signage

10/24/201807/18/2023

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.

Modernizing and Updating Old Signage

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.

Modernizing and Updating Old Signage

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.

Modernizing and Updating Old Signage

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.

How To Choose A Sign For Your Business

10/17/201804/08/2019

Making your mark in a competitive landscape is a lot about using the right advertising and marketing strategies. And choosing a sign for your business is one important tool in your advertising arsenal. Check out this restaurant sign below we did for Toppers Pizza Place in Camarillo, California.

Signs For Your Business

At Dave’s Signs, we firmly believe that attracting customers to your business is all about creating the right first impression. When you choose the right kind of sign for your business, it improves the appearance of your storefront, and helps attract customers.

Here are some tips on how to choose a sign for your business…

Quality – While there are a large number of companies out there that can provide cheap business signs, it important that you look for a credible operator that provides you the perfect balance of quality and cost. A poorly-designed or shabbily structured sign will have negative impact on your reputation. Check out this office sign we completed below for Ambulnz™. It’s clean, simple and professional.
The Right Branding – It’s important that your business sign reflects your brand identity. The design, structure, and the colors used need to complement your brand image.
Simplicity in Design – When getting your sign designed, make sure that it has a simple and clean design. Adding too much of information, too many colors or excessive lighting will make the sign look too cluttered, impacting its readability. Your signs should have just the right amount of information to bring in more foot traffic.
The Right Materials – While there are a large number of materials that can be used in outdoor signage, it’s important that you choose something which matches the aesthetic of your storefront. Channel letter signs with halo-lit lighting is a good choice for outdoors and can be constructed in different types of metals and acrylic. Make sure that the materials that you opt for would be able to weather the elements and last for a number of years with minimal maintenance. Check out the bank sign below. It looks like wood, but its actually made out of acrylic.

Signs For Your Business

For information on our business 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 business sign gallery here.

5 Sign Design Tips

10/09/201804/08/2019

Signs are some of the first things that any customer notices. This makes it necessary to focus on sign design in order to make a great impression on your customers. A well-designed business sign, with a simple yet clear design and the right color combination, will definitely attract the attention of passers-by. Check out this sign below.

design tips

Aspects To Keep In View

We at Dave’s Signs pride ourselves on the quality of our signs. Here are 5 design tips from our experts:

Check out the great colors in this sign above.

Readability Matters – It’s important to use fonts that are readable. Using cursive letters or highly stylistic fonts can only make the sign very difficult to read.
The Right Color Combination – It’s important to use the right color combination in order to make a positive impact on your customers. While most companies use their corporate or business colors in their signs’ and logo, it important to use the right background color for your sign.
The Right Size – The dimension is the other aspect to keep in view while designing any outdoor signage. The sign itself and the message on it need to be very clearly visible and readable from the standard viewing distance. Ensure that the sign stands out from its immediate surroundings.
Ensure It’s Legible – Just as you focus on using the right font, it’s also necessary that you maintain sufficient spacing between the letters or words. This will help customers distinguish between them easily.
Get Creative – It’s a good idea to get creative with your outdoor signs. You can do this by changing the shape, size, color, and This is a great way to continue holding the attention of your customers. Check out this sign below.

sign design tips — Dave’s Signs designs, fabricates, installs and services all types of signs.

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

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Sign Conversions – Modernizing and Updating Old Signage