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What Are Acrylic Signs?
Acrylic signs are made from a colorless, transparent, durable cast polymer and is a perfect substitute for traditional glass. Because of their depth, clarity, and resilience, they are often used as lobby, directional, and architectural signage.
Acrylic signs are made with UV ink printed directly onto the material. However, they can also be used as rigid substrates for attaching vinyl lettering or print films like opaque and clear window decals.
Acrylic signs are an excellent choice if you want to add a simple yet sophisticated look to any office, business, or professional setting. They are 100% customizable and one of the best ways to showcase your logo or brand.
Print Surface of Acrylic Sign
Standard
(matte appearance)
Second Surface
(glossy appearance)
Acrylic signs can be printed on the front or back of the surface, offering different advantages. Printing on the front of the sign is called "standard," while printing on the backside of the acrylic is called "second surface."
While standard printing is cheaper, we recommend second surface printing for most custom acrylic signs. Second surface printing creates a depth and sheen that standard printing does not have and is less likely to be scratched or damaged once installed.
Bright lights can sometimes cause some glare on signs printed with the option of second surface. Softer and indirect lighting negates this potential drawback of Second surface printing, and it is still the more commonly ordered print surface.
Thickness of Our Acrylic Signs
The default thickness for our acrylic signs is 1/8". This is sufficient for almost all uses of acrylic signs.
We also offer 1/4" thick acrylic if you need signs that require added durability and resilience for a minimal added cost. This thicker option provides great light refraction which means it has better sheen and depth.
Both thickness options have some bendability to them. When choosing between thicknesses, we recommend that you select centered top and bottom drilled holes in addition to the four corners for added support. This goes for all signs bigger than 60".
Acrylic Sign Shape Options
The Standard Shape option lets you choose between a square and a rectangle acrylic sign.
The Custom Shape option (also known as Contour Cut) allows you to customize your acrylic sign to any shape you want.
The Custom with Border Shape option (also known as Halo Cut) allows you to add a border around your custom-shaped sign.
Polished Edges
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Standard:
This is a raw machine cut, leaving acrylic with a frosted-looking, unpolished edge.
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Polished:
This finish gives the edge of the acrylic a smooth polished edge with a sheen. This option is only available for signs under 48" in size.
Drilled Holes & Standoffs
The most common way to display your custom acrylic sign is to mount it on a rigid surface like a concrete wall. For easy installation, we offer optional drilled holes for your sign.
We can drill holes into your acrylic sign in the following configurations:
- Each of the four corners
- Top and bottom center
- Top corners only
- Corners and top and bottom center
- Custom hole placement
The perfect pairing with drilled holes is our gorgeous brushed anodized aluminum standoffs. They are measured 0.5" in diameter and 0.75" in length. You can purchase them as an additional item, and we will provide installation notes with your order.
How to Use Our Free Acrylic Sign Templates
Our online designer tool is specially made to help anyone create their own signs without breaking a sweat. Here’s a simple guide on how to use our free acrylic sign templates:
- Choose a template that you like from our gallery. Clicking on one will redirect you to the online design too. If you have something specific in mind, you can skip scrolling throughout the gallery and use the search button instead.
- Unleash your creativity! Add your logo or any text you want your sign to say, switch up the colors and fonts, and throw in some graphics. Our design tool is equipped with ruler, bleed, and grid tools to help you ensure proper alignment.
Got a design at the ready? Our design tool is friendly to these file types: AI, EPS, PSD, PDF, JPEG, JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP, TIFF and TIF. - Go over your design using the View Proof button. When you’re satisfied with your work, click Save & Continue to be redirected to checkout. If you wish to check your work at a later time, click Save.
Common Uses for Acrylic Signs
Acrylic signs are quite versatile and may be used almost anywhere. Apart from being suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings, acrylic signs can be easily installed and maintained making it a convenient choice for business owners, professionals, and event organizers. Here are some practical applications of acrylic signs:
Office signs – Use them as door signages around the office, nameplates, and wayfinding signs.
Retail stores – Point your customers to the right aisle, the sale pile, or lead them to the cashier.
Restaurants and Bars – Create acrylic signs for your hosts, waiting areas, restrooms, and warning signs.
Events – Add a touch of sophistication to your print materials by displaying them in acrylic. Make your venue easier to navigate with acrylic direction signs.
Custom – Our acrylic lends a hint of finesse to your everyday signs. We can print them in full color and custom them into any shape you to match your business needs.
Taking Care of Your Acrylic Sign
Acrylic can easily chip or shatter when mishandled. To prevent damaging your acrylic sign, we recommend that you install it properly and do regular maintenance. You may clean your acrylic sign using a damp non-abrasive cloth to wipe the surface. Keep it away from any sharp objects that may scratch the printed surface or acrylic. When storing your acrylic sign, cover it with soft fabric or packaging wrap to protect it from scratches. Do not place any objects on or against your acrylic sign during storage. Finally, install your sign in locations that aren't exposed to direct sunlight for extended periods.
Removing the Protective Film
The surface of acrylic signs may be easily scratched. To protect your acrylic signs during shipment, we add a protective blue film to the acrylic surface. This film is removable and isn't a permanent part of your acrylic sign.
The process to remove the blue film takes only a minute or two. Begin at one of the corners of the sign and start pulling the film from the surface of the acrylic. Once the protective film is removed your sign is ready for installation.
Additional Specs
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Weight
.69 lbs per square foot (about the weight of 7 Snickers Bars)
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Thickness
.125" (about the thickness of 32 sheets of copy paper) .25" (about the thickness of 64 sheets of copy paper)
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Details
Gorgeous professional signage that is 100% customizable. weather resistant, printable on either front or back and safer than traditional glass. Transparent where not printed.
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Uses
Indoor/Outdoor. Office, hallways, conference room, building signage, lobby, directional, etc.
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Print Method
Four color process, eco-friendly, weather, fade and abrasion resistant UV ink
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Estimated Lifespan
5+ years with proper placement and care
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Common Sizes
12" x 12”, 24" x 12", 36" x 18", 2' x 4', 4' x 4', 4' x 8'
Acrylic vs. Glass
While acrylic has similar properties to glass, they are completely different materials. Acrylic maintains the clarity of glass but still can shatter or scratch due to intentional or unintentional efforts to do so. Acrylic is often called a "glass substitute" and this is due to its beautiful printed appearance and not fundamentally different durability compared to traditional glass. When handled carefully, your acrylic signs will provide a stunning yet professional look on a clear, rigid material.
Acrylic Signs Image Gallery
View our collection of acrylic signs and be inspired to create a sleek and professional sign for your space. Our acrylic signs are easy to install and can be used in a wide variety of applications like offices, restaurants, retail stores, events, and more. Customize yours by adding your logo, business name, or tagline!
Acrylic Signs Video Gallery
Learn more about acrylic signs through our video gallery. We’ll teach you everything you need to know about these visually stunning signs, from usage, material, and fabrication options to installation, maintenance, removal, and storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Outdoor signs are often exposed to sunlight, and you’ll need materials that have high UV resistance. Aluminum signs are usually the first choice for outdoor signs since they do not fade even when exposed to direct sunlight, and they resist rust and corrosion. Acrylic plexiglass can also resist UV rays and fading, while also offering opaque and transparent designs.
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Questions and Answers
If you're looking for a sign that has a mirror side, this may be considered as a custom order. Click the link below to request a quote from one of our product consultants:
Yes, that is possible. Make sure to set the correct and size and hole placement when you place an order online.
We can definitely support the 72" x 24" size that you prefer! However, for the purpose of this becoming a backlit sign, it is possible for light to pass through and look illuminated, but there is a possibility that the light may not pass through that much unless it is really bright. You might want to place an order for a sample sign first to try it out to see if it is something you would like to consider.
The sizing available for acrylic signs are in inches.
All order are printed next day after orders are approved and paid before the cutoff time of 7 AM PST. and additional days will added for the shipping days. Shipping days may vary depending on what you choose online upon checkout.
Standoffs with drill holes are the most durable way to do it. Another option for hanging accessories may not work for acrylic signs. Please let us know the size and other specifications so we can recommend the best option for you.
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Certainly! You may actually choose the hole drill location of your acrylic signs. Click the link below, and once you have chosen your preferred hole size in the specifications, you may choose your hole drill location.
You can definitely add a black background to your artwork if you place an order for acrylic signs. However, if you would like to use it with lights behind it, you might also want to check out our backlit decals by clicking the link below:
It should work on a small acrylic with standard surface printing, as long as you use a heavy duty adhesive tape. However, if you choose second-surface printing, some of the print may peel off.
Should you want to check the different materials we print your orders on, you can request a sample kit for free here: https://www.signs.com/sample-pack/