Epic Signs & Graphics Blog

     It is very likely that you pass by many businesses each day, just on your way to and from work, seeing thousands of signs. Assumably, many of these commercial signs are window graphics, a highly effective use of space and money, providing businesses with many additional square feet of advertising space. To join in on this marketing revolution, contact us, Epic Signs & Graphics wants to help you with the ideal window pictures for your business. Our signs will have pop and get you noticed from the street, as they are printed and cut with premium vinyls and ink on a high quality digital latex printer. There are many options to choose as seen below and we have expert designers to achieve the look for your brand.

Cut Vinyl

     Cut vinyl graphics are typically single-color logos, words, or designs cut from sheets of thin vinyl, extruded on a liner, so we can die cut virtually any shape you want with our 65” wide high-end plotter. Vinyl comes in hundreds of brilliant shades and there are many varieties used dependent on the application and the time duration required. Cut vinyl graphics are an affordable way to get your messages displayed.

Full-Color Decals and posters

     Full-color window decals can also be made with vinyl graphics, however, these can include a much broader array of colors (millions even!) and even include full color photo type images. They are printed with our state-of-the-art full color digital printers that use a water based latex ink. Decals can also be die cut into any shape, for example around logos or products such as the shape of a car.  We also have the capability to print on paper to create posters that can hang in windows as well as clings that adhere via friction and are easily removable.

See Through Window Graphics

Perforated window graphics are another fantastic option. A great way for a design to fill the entire window. This choice allows visibility through one side, while your design is displayed on the other. Perforated vinyl has small holes built-in that allows printing on one side and yet it allows light through the window so you can still see out from inside the building. There are various varieties for this type of treatment as well, so call us to check out what you are trying to achieve and we can determine the best application or your situation.

Frosted or Etched Window Graphics

     Frosted or etched glass vinyl is a way to make glass look like it has been etched. Once again we can cut patterns into this vinyl so you can have just the look you want. This is a good way a to have a sophisticated look, provide an accent to the office area or even add privacy without blocking all the light. There are also various varieties so call us to see what is available. A perfect way for attaining a professional effect.

Window Shades

     Window shades can be customizable to fit your exact needs with size options, as well as any color, design, or graphics you desire. They can be used to effectively block sunlight, keeping out heat while adding a decorative flair or advertisement to your business.

Consider investing in window graphics to maximize your opportunity to utilize window space and advertise your brand and services. Contact the team at Epic Signs & Graphics and get a free quote and start designing for success!

In preparation for the upcoming season to distribute magazines and trade show events, Today's Bride contacted us to provide them with a vibrant new vehicle wrap to replace their previous one, which was deteriorating after years of utility. New vinyl laminated vehicle graphics that we apply will last for years since we use premium materials and professionally install for a beautiful look.

The GMC cargo van, pictured below, is a truck wrap with gloss laminated 3M vinyl and has full color graphics, which were digitally printed on our state of the art HP latex printer. We use strict color control management to achieve bright vibrant reproduction.

Today's Bride is making a smart advertising decision in wrapping their vehicle with van graphics. A truck wrap cost compared to the impressions they will make on a daily basis and over the life of the vehicle especially in urban towns such as Cleveland and Akron, results in highly affordable and effective marketing strategy. Any business with a fleet of vehicles can benefit from custom decals and vehicle wraps including plumbers, roofers, gutter services, landscapers, cleaning and restoration, and other types of companies. Even a business with only one or two company cars or trucks and a tight budget, can and should take advantage of  the space on their vehicles and use decals or car wrapping, an affordable and innovative advertising method. Contact Epic Signs and Graphics today to get a free estimate for a great design and high quality, custom vinyl wrap and decals.

Today's Bride, founded by Jim and Denise Frericks, is in its 25th year of business. they publish a high-quality magazine, which is available for free through their advertisers' retail locations. This valuable resource is also available online at todaysbride.com, which is one of the first wedding websites with 35,000 unique visitors and 103,000 page views per month. In addition, they produce six bridal shows per year. Today's Bride is often recognised as the areas most sophisticated and esteemed bridal enterprises in Northeast Ohio. Meet Denise and Jim at one of their upcoming bridal shows either at the Cleveland IX center January 17-18, or in Akron at the John S. Knight Center January 11.

Contact Epic Signs and Graphics today to get a free estimate for a great design and high quality, custom vinyl wraps and decals.

Interior Titanium Gold Display Sign for Shieban Jewelers

The Sheiban Family turned to Epic Signs & Graphics to craft and mount a stainless steel and polished titanium gold sign in graceful script...a tasteful Sheiban “signature” worthy of the elegant showroom appointed with Spanish marble, cherry doors carved by Amish artisans, and a hand-painted, gold leaf dome.

The Sheiban Family wanted shopping for the perfect piece of jewelry to be a luxury experience for their valued customers. They created a showroom that echos Sheiban’s standards of beautiful, distinctive jewelry manufacturing and design.

Epic Signs & Graphics holds to the same high standards in interior custom sign design and manufacturing. The Epic crew designed an 85” x 36” logo made of stainless steel, finished with polished titanium gold. Mounted with 2-inch standoffs for a three-dimensional effect, the sign features backlit LED lighting to make it pop. No detail was overlooked. Meticulous measurements and planning ensured that the perfectly spec'd Sheiban Jewelers logo was in place in time for the grand opening.

Epic Signs & Graphics mounted a Rolex LED illuminated channel letter and logo on the exterior of the Sheiban Jewelers building as well.

Family owned and operated Sheiban Jewelers in Strongsville, Ohio is Cleveland’s go-to jeweler. Stop by their amazing flagship store to consult with a gemologist or view a master watchmaker at work. Sheiban has one of the largest selections of jewelry and timepiece brands in greater Cleveland.

At Epic Signs & Graphics, we specialize in signs of all types to meet your business needs. If you have questions or would like a free quote, call us today at (440) 799-8235.

Recently we were contacted by a new customer, Adam Koziatek   Construction. They asked us to apply vinyl vehicle graphics to their white Honda Pilot, which you can see in the image to the left. They called us because they were looking for a way to use their company car for advertising and attract more customers. Adam, from Adam Koziatek Construction, saw our work from a past customer and called us for vehicle graphics because he liked the work that we had done.

Custom vehicle graphics can range from small window graphics like these, all the up to full wraps that cover the entire vehicle. Depending on the products or services you sell, it may make more sense for you to have a full or partial vehicle wrap that will attract more attention, or conversely, it may make more sense for you to have something subtle and simple with just your logo and contact information. At Epic Signs and Graphics, we specialize in custom vehicle graphics, as well as all other types of signs for businesses. If you have any questions about vehicle graphics, or any other kind of sign, or if you just have questions that you would like answered, give us a call. We are happy to sit down with you and explore all of your signage options.

These graphics that we installed for this construction company are perfect for their needs. They needed a way to be able to advertise their business on the go, especially when they are on location or at a job site.  As you can see in the picture below, these types of vehicle graphics, which are fabricated from custom vinyl material, are applied using a heat gun and can be easily done at our shop.  We also have a service option where we can come out to your place of business and install on-site. However, if we are installing full or partial vehicle wraps, we may need to install them in a temperature controlled environment like we have at our location.

No matter the size of your company, we can install custom vehicle graphics that will generate new customers. If you have a single work vehicle like this client, or an entire fleet of work trucks or delivery vans, we can help. Give us a call today if you have any questions or would like a free quote.

(440) 799-8235

Written By: Epic Signs & Graphics - Parma, OH

Is the glass on your doors, storefront, or office windows plain and boring? Are you looking for a way to jazz it up? Or, perhaps, you have a giant display window in your retail space, and you want to take full advantage of it? Window graphics are the ideal way to advertise, decorate, and inform your customers.

CashSmart, living up to their name, realized the benefits of this affordable form of marketing and contacted the pros at Epic Signs & Graphics for window graphics for check cashing stores in Northeast OH.

A Little About CashSmart

With eight store locations in northern Ohio, CashSmart’s motto is “The Cash You Need – When You Need It.” They provide an array of services including consumer loans, check cashing, Western Union services, money orders, prepaid credit cards, bill payment services, faxes, copies, stamps, and more.

CashSmart came to us with a big order for window graphics in six of their locations. As you can see from the pictures, we delivered! We incorporated the company’s colors and logo into all of the graphics to keep the branding consistent across all stores. This is important in helping CashSmart build trust in the community. In the end, we had another satisfied customer!

Window Graphics Are Great for Retail

It is just plain boring when retail stores have bare window glass. You can try installing decals and stickers you buy online on your own. However, you just get one shot at it, and if you screw up, that money goes down the drain. When you contact the experts at Epic Signs & Graphics, we get it right every time. We will install graphics that not only look great but will also last you a long time.

We have a broad range of vinyl options to choose from. If you are looking for a classy, attractive, inexpensive, and attention grabbing alternative, etched glass vinyl graphics are a great choice. In addition, we have a multitude of different vinyl colors from world renowned manufacturers, such as 3M, Avery, and Oracal.

To reel in foot traffic, you can transform the window space in your health food store, boutique, restaurant, grocery store, or any other kind of retail space with graphics, messages, or other text. Popular uses for these vinyl films are

• Etching your retail store’s hours of operation
• Creating a seasonal display
• To make windows pop, installing stunning graphics of all sizes and shapes
• Announcing huge discount days and sales
• Installing product silhouettes

All Businesses Will Benefit from Window Graphics

Standalone establishments and office buildings can also benefit from vinyl window graphics. Northeast OH businesses can use large shapes of darker colored or frosted vinyl film to break up conference room windows or add an inexpensive touch of privacy. In addition, easy to remove etched vinyl works great for putting staff names on office doors. Window graphics are also an ideal solution for adding your company name, logo, slogans, and mottos to glass anywhere in your building.

Are you ready to utilize your window space to its fullest potential? If so, contact Epic Signs & Graphics for a free consultation!

For both the exterior and the interior of a professional building, dimensional letters are an ideal signage alternative. With little more than the makeup of the letter you choose, you have the opportunity to shape your building’s feel and look thanks to the vast array of design options and materials available with dimensional letters.

St. Luke the Evangelist realized this, so they contacted Epic Signs & Graphics for exterior dimensional letters for churches in Northeast OH.

Why Our Client Chose a Dimensional Letter Sign

Located on Bunts Road in Lakewood, the Church of St. Luke the Evangelist is a faith community that seeks to grow together by celebrating the presence of Christ in the Word, in one another, and in the Eucharist. Members of the church serve all of the people of the area through service, prayer, hospitality, and education.

When an organization that is so committed to helping those in need in the community came to us for signage, we jumped into action. St. Luke knew exactly what they wanted: exterior dimensional letter signs. Northeast OH buildings benefit from this type of signage due to its affordability and durability. We went with plastic formed letters from Gemini, a world renowned signage material manufacturer. We mounted the letters flush with studs drilled into the brick. The results were another beautiful sign and another satisfied client.

Sign Options

Dimensional letters are an inexpensive option because you are able to promote your business or organization without any custom work. The toughest part is choosing what material you want. Here are some of the more popular alternatives:

• Cast Metal – This is your best option when you want to exude time tested professionalism, confidence that you will be in business for the long haul, and durability. For decades, these letters will last inside or out.
• Plastic – For the creation of dimensional letters, formed plastic is a great choice. Plus, plastic letters are available in a vast array of colors. Any building atmosphere can benefit from metallic shades, beautiful pastels, or bold reds. Use these letters for exterior or interior signage, since plastic is exceedingly rugged.
• Cut Metal – Our experts create stunningly crisp flat metal letters using precision water jets or lasers. You can customize the dimensions of the signage you are creating, since cut metal comes in a range of thicknesses. We recommend thicker signs on the outside of your building and flatter signs indoors.
• PVC – Letters can be created in a selection of thicknesses and heights with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) letters. PVC letters are another option that works great outside and in.
• Acrylic or Metal Laminate – Durability is added to the letter by acrylic or metal laminate when used on foam or PVC. Plus, against the wall on which the letters are mounted, the laminate and foam combination creates a three dimensional look that really stands out. And, this effect serves to heighten the vibrancy of the colors on a multi-colored wall.

Are you ready to learn more about how dimensional letters can increase your marketing power? If so, contact Epic Signs & Graphics for a free consultation today!

Post and panel signs for industrial parks in Northeast OH are some of the most versatile signs available. These signs are portable or can remain stationary and be used inside or out. Dane Corporate Park recognized the utility of directional post and panel signs for their industrial park and contacted the experts at Epic Signs & Graphics for help.

A Little About Dane Corporate Park

Located on Clemens Road in Westlake, Dane Corporate Park is the latest endeavor of Dane Contractors. For more than two decades, Dane Contractors has been serving the casualty loss restoration industry. In an effective and timely manner, Dane’s professional team assists individuals and businesses with restoring their building to normalcy in the aftermath of a fire, a broken water line, or any other type of disaster.

When a company that provides such a valuable service to our community came to us for directional signs for their new industrial park, we were more than happy to oblige. Dane not only wanted to let people know where their corporate park was located, but they also wanted to make it clear where cars and trucks should go on the property. To do this, we used stylish graphics on post and panel signs. These signs do a great job of attracting attention. The end result was another satisfied customer.

The Versatility of Post and Panel Signs

For businesses of all types, we have installed and designed post and panel signs. For these signs, there are several different looks and styles. Some of the popular features are:

• Optional Illumination – With some models, there are interior illumination sources. With economical and long lasting LED lights, you can light your sign after dark. Or, if you prefer not to have the light source incorporated into the design, you can train the focus of landscape lighting in the direction of your post and panel sign.
• Color Options – We can provide you with standard paint colors, or we can mix hues of paints to exactly match your logo. Also, to create exacting graphics and sharp colors that precisely match your company colors, we use our cutting edge wide format digital printer to print right onto the sign.
• Designer Touches – Do you want specially designed posts that offer an air of class? Perhaps, ornate newel posts will work well with your branding? There is no need to just stick with a standard post when there are so many different designs to fit your needs. Just about any look can be accomplished with these exterior signs.

Both inside and outside of a building, there are many uses for post and panel wayfinding signs. Northeast OH businesses can also use them to announce their location in areas where they are not able to get a permit for a monument sign.

Give Epic Signs & Graphics a call today if you are interested in these popular commerical signs. During the initial consultation, we will look at your vision, goals, and budget and come up with a plan for signage that works best for your purposes.

Wall and window graphics have become a staple for many businesses these days. Companies love the change in atmosphere that they provide and the simplicity with which they can be installed. The Chop Bar realized that they had a lot of prime space that they were underutilizing, so they contacted Epic Signs & Graphics for wall and window graphics for bars in Cleveland.

A Little About The Chop Bar

Located on West St. Clair Avenue in Cleveland, The Chop Bar, also known as Cleveland Chop, is one of the best steakhouses in the area. In fact, they were voted Best Steakhouse for 2014 by the Cleveland Hot List. The Chop Bar has also become the ideal place to catch the latest Cavs games or to cheer on the Browns as they battle for a playoff spot.

When such a great place for people to get together in the area came to us for wall graphics for bars in Cleveland, we were more than happy to help. The Chop Bar had some prime window space in a location that gets a lot of foot traffic. They wanted window graphics to promote their brand. For this part of the project, we put red vinyl on gold as well as black vinyl on gold, which we cut on the plotter. For the fine elegant white trim around the words “Bourbon,” “Burgers,” and “Beer,” we printed and cut the words with our state of the art equipment.

For the outstanding wall graphics, we used our cutting edge wide format digital printer to print the graphics right on vinyl. That was the easy part. The installation was a bit tricky. Using high intensity, targeted heat, we were able to apply the vinyl to the brick wall. The end result was a mural that looked like it was painted onto the wall.

What We Can Do for You

You should consider the array of benefits associated with wall murals for bars in Cleveland if you have been unsure about adding them to your enterprise. Marketing is perhaps the biggest reason to install graphics. Bland walls and window space do have their place. However, you can increase your brand awareness, promote specific products, and create the ambience you want with window and wall graphics.

There are many versatile marketing uses for vinyl. In addition to lettering and decals, window perf is a popular option. Epic Signs & Graphics can take a perforated vinyl sheet and create a large advertising mural on your window panes. However, on the inside of the store, people can still see outside and sunlight can come in.

Don’t forget floor graphics, too. With the increased use of smartphones, more people are looking down. With floor graphics, you can now get your message across at the new “eye level.”

If we have piqued your interest, do not hesitate to contact us for more information. The first step of the process is sitting down with you for a free consultation to determine what works best for you and your budget. Call us today to learn more!

If you are not using your fleet of trailers to connect with prospective customers, you are missing a grand opportunity to build your brand. Whether you are advertising to other companies or directly to consumers, trailer graphics get your name out there as you roll down the highway. With trailer graphics, Northeast OH businesses build consistency and memorability for their brand. Or-Tec recognized this, so they contacted Epic Signs & Graphics for vinyl graphics for their trailer.

A Little About Or-Tec

Located on Industrial Avenue South in Maple Heights, Or-Tec, Inc. is a premier manufacturer of top quality wastewater treatment equipment for the industrial and municipal marketplace. In the three decades since they first opened their doors, Or-Tec has gained a reputation throughout North America for their excellence in manufacturing, reliable service, and state of the art technology.

When such a world renowned company came to us for vehicle graphics, we were more than happy to help out. Or-Tec wanted to promote one of its best-selling products, the Rocker Disk Screw Press. After getting a rough idea of what they wanted, our designers developed a logo for the product that the client was thrilled with. Using our wide format printer, we digitally printed it out on vinyl using full color. We then laminated it, so the graphics would stand up to the elements. In the end, Or-Tec was completely satisfied with the finished product.

Are Trailer Graphics Right for You?

We provide solutions for every kind of trailer, including enclosed trailers, semi-truck trailers, box trailers, and everything else. We can create and install a full wrap for your trailer. However, if this is out of your price range, you should consider some of these alternatives:

• Partial Wraps – With custom partial wraps, your trailers become seven days a week, 24 hours a day mobile billboards. We can ensure your wrap will match all of your other marketing materials with our exact color matching system. This is crucial for brand consistency. In addition, with a partial wrap, old trailers can be made to look like new.
• Vinyl Lettering – You may think of the standard, boring, black-on-white lettering when you first hear of vinyl lettering. However, in the past decade, vehicle lettering has come a long way. There are now reflective, metallic, matte, neon, and other options in every color. Our letters come from top manufacturers, such as 3M.
• Vinyl Lettering with Spot Graphics – For fleet branding, combining custom trailer spot graphics with vinyl lettering will achieve the impact you desire. These graphics can depict anything from your company logo to images of your products or services. You may also want to include calls to action or a Facebook or Twitter badge to help customers connect with you through social media.

As a full service commercial sign company, we have experience performing every step of the process of providing you with industrial trailer graphics. Northeast OH business owners who are ready to use their trailers to their full marketing potential will be amazed by what we can do with such a large canvas. Contact Epic Signs & Graphics today for a free consultation and quote.

And, we received a fantastic customer testimonial:

I had a very pleasant experience with John and Epic Signs.
We are very pleased with the finished product and will be using them in the future.

Lurleen D. McNair
Administrative Sales Coordinator
OR-TEC, INC.

Signs do not last forever. Even the best materials start to fade over the years. This is especially true for signs that are outdoors where they are exposed to the elements. When a sign starts to look less than pristine, business owners have two options. They can let their signage continue to deteriorate. Or, they can get fresh, new, vibrant signs.

Big Creek Plumbing went with the latter, and called Epic Signs & Graphics to update the face of their illuminated sign cabinet.

Why Our Client Needed Cabinet Sign Repairs

Located on Pearl Road in Cleveland, Big Creek Plumbing & Sales has been in the business for nearly three decades. They have an experienced family owned and operated team that does everything from repairs and sales of minor installations to full scale remodels. They specialize in remodeling bathrooms and kitchens in both commercial and residential settings.

When a business that provides such valuable services to area homeowners and companies came to us for a signage update, we were more than happy to help. Big Creek already had an existing illuminated sign cabinet. However, the face was starting to look a bit shabby and outdated. Our designers created graphics to the client’s specifications.

The design was printed using four colors directly on translucent vinyl and then laminated with UV shield to reduce potential fading form direct sunlight. We then adhered the vinyl to the custom cut eight by eight foot sheet of polycarbonate. Our experts then installed it perfectly. The result was another satisfied customer.

When Do You Need to Refurbish Your Cabinet Signs?

There are a variety of reasons why you may need to refurbish your cabinet sign in Northeast OH. Here are some of the most common:

Your Sign Is Falling Apart

The exterior signage on your storefront is often the first impression people get of your business. If you have a sign that is cracked, peeling, or otherwise in bad shape, it will tell consumers that you do not pay close attention to detail. They will be much less likely to seek out your products or services.

Your Company Has Rebranded

All of your business’s marketing materials need to change when you update your company colors, logo, or name. This includes cabinet signs. Northeast OH business owners need to have consistent branding across all platforms, or else consumers will get confused. For example, if you have a different logo in your online ads from what you have on your exterior signage, customers may not recognize your physical location.

Your Signage Is Outdated

As with fashion, sign styles change over time. What was popular when you purchased your cabinet sign in the ‘80s looks out of place these days. If you choose not to update your sign, it will project to your potential customers that you do not keep up with the times. This could drive them to seek your competitor’s services instead.

Do any of these examples describe your exterior signage? Do you need cabinet sign repairs in Northeast OH? If so, Epic Signs & Graphics has you covered. Contact us today for a free consultation and quote.