Epic Signs & Graphics Blog

Dimensional wall letters are just hard to turn down as an effective way to get your organization noticed. Great for both indoor and outdoor use, dimensional lettering creates a clean, sophisticated look. When installed professionally there’s the suggestion of establishment and permanence. Just say YES!

 When Northern Ohio Regional Multiple Listing Service (NORMLS) and Centralized Regional Information Service (CRISmls) decided to consolidate and combine to form a single organization, the merge entailed a name change: Yes-MLS. The newly consolidated service came with a new name and a new logo, which needed to be represented in their offices.
Already familiar with our work, Yes-MLS contacted us to create dimensional lettering to identify their building, as well as to create a directional sign for their driveway. We suggested routed PVC materials, painted to match their new corporate logo colors -- a bold red, black, and white.

We used the new Yes-MLS logo and rendered that in a photo to scale, based on our survey of measrements. Upon Yes-MLS’s approval of the design, we proceeded to obtain the necessary permits from the city for installation -- this is part of the service we provide. Once approved, and after permits were secured, we headed into fabrication for routing, painting, and finishing Yes-MLS’s dimensional graphics.

 Once the fabrication process was completed, we headed to Yes-MLS for installation. Using their existing white wall as a backdrop, we drilled holes to affix the dimensional wall lettering; dimensional graphics have studs mounted on the back so that they can easily be attached to the surface.

The final product of Yes-MLS’s exterior signage is an eye-catching dimensional design with bold colors that stand out against the existing wall color. Sans serif text makes the company name and street address clear and easy to read for those driving by and perfectly communicates their new corporate identity. The best part of choosing dimensional wall lettering in PVC is that Yes-MLS’s signage will last for many years -- it’s a great low maintenance choice.

 If your Cleveland area business is ready to say “Yes!” to dimensional graphics, contact us today to work with our design team to create a design that works with your budget and clearly communicates what your business is all about.

Take a look around your office, what do you see? Step outside yourself and really look close. Is it an inviting space or is it cold and bare? The signage displayed in and around your offices can affect not only your employee morale but also client perception. If you’re a customer-oriented business, your interior office signage is your first chance to make a great impression. Make sure your office signs convey the message and atmosphere you want customers and prospects to experience when they walk into your business.

What is the first thing you see when you enter your office lobby or reception area? What does the lobby area convey to potential clients? If your reception area is lacking signage or is composed of bare, white walls, it’s time to re-evaluate your lobby office area and make it stand out and feel inviting for all who enter.

Cleveland attorneys and counselors at law, Koblentz & Penvose, LLC recently contacted us to help revamp their reception and office areas. To really make an impact, Koblentz & Penvose chose to use dimensional wall lettering that literally pops!

Fabricated with one-inch thick hard foam lettering and a custom paint color, Koblentz & Penvose chose a design and material that looks durable and heavy but is actually light and easy to handle. Comprised of GemLeaf, the letters are laser cut to create an ultra-clean design, and feature a thin metal laminate that produces a high-quality effect to the finish -- you’d never know that these letters are ultralight!

Measuring twelve-inches tall, Koblentz & Penvose’s office signs were applied by flush mounting them flat, directly to the drywall with strong double stick tape and secured with stud mounts. Gemini letters come with a lifetime warranty if the material should ever fail and are ideal for interior business signs. The entryway to this law office now stands out from the rest!

If you’re looking to update your business space, consider creating custom interior signs to incorporate throughout. Not only will it breathe new life into your existing space, it can inspire employees and leave a positive, lasting impression upon clients. Call today for a consultation to design the perfect look for your office.

It’s always interesting to see how much time, effort and creativity my customers put into marketing their businesses. All business owners know that marketing is the lifeblood of their companies whether they own or manage auto dealerships, property management firms, health care offices, barber shops, boutiques or completely different Cleveland-area businesses.

The problem – even the savviest Cleveland business owners often miss one of the most obvious marketing opportunities available. Indoor signage.

It’s easy to forget that your office signs reinforces all of the marketing and branding you spend many hours and dollars to develop.

As a business owner myself I understand how vital it is to analyze your marketing. Your investment in top-flight advertisements, promotions and branding are wasted if your business doesn’t live up to the initial promises.

That’s why we spend the time talking to our customers, sketching out ideas and ensuring that office signs we design and fabricate for them not only matches their marketing and branding but also enhances their image.

Think of the different businesses you frequent.

When you enter a doctor’s office you don’t expect – and probably don’t want – to see signs with neon, bold colors or unusual fonts. You want to see sophisticate, classic lettering and logos behind the reception desk and throughout the offices. You may see 3d lettering perhaps done in a brush satin aluminum finish.

You probably also want to see other interior enhancements – perhaps such as frosted windows – that ensure privacy.

But if you saw classic, understated or old pictures at a hot new boutique, you’d be disappointed. That’s where you want to see trendy new wall signs. It indicates that the boutique and hair designer understands and embraces the latest trends. We can design custom signs made with various metals and acrylics.

My best advice to customers is to pursue your marketing and branding as if it’s the lifeblood of your company. It is. And that’s why you owe it to yourself to make sure your interior signage continues and builds upon your marketing and branding foundation.

That’s where we come in. We consult with our clients about their businesses, their philosophies, and the images they want to convey. Then we partner with our clients to develop the most appropriate, effective signage available that suits their budgets.

You spend a lot of time developing your marketing and branding. Complete the message with interior signage that work for you.

Dimensional wall letters are a perfect sign option for the interior and exterior of a building. Due to the wide variety of materials and design options, you have the opportunity to shape your building’s look and feel with 3 dimensional letters that you pick from our samples.

Material and Design Choices

Wall signs fabricated as dimensional lettering to be installed at Cleveland professional buildings may be made from plastic, metal, acrylic and also exterior grade hard foam.

Plastic Letters

Formed plastic is an excellent medium for the creation of 3D letters.
These plastic letters come in a wide variety of colors and have three profile shapes available. They can be rounded, flat or even prismatic. Bold reds, metallic shades or beautiful pastels can suit any building environment. Since plastic is exceedingly durable, use of the letters is suitable for interior or exterior sign projects.

Acrylic or Metal Laminate Letters

Laminates are available on acrylic, or hard foam style letters. Metal laminate adds durability to the letters and an affordable way to add a true metal look. The combination of hard durable foam with laminate covering the 3D letters stands out significantly against the wall on which the letters are mounted as seen here. On multi-colored walls, the effect serves to heighten the color experience. On monochromatic walls, the effect is one of dramatic sophistication. These letters are excellent choices for the inside of the building.

Cast Metal

When you want to exude durability, time-tested professionalism and your confidence in a long-standing business relationship with clients and customers, cast metal is a hard-wearing classic option. These letters are made to last outside or inside for decades and you cannot beat the true look of brushed aluminum letters since they are naturally fabricated thick from 1/2" to 1". 

Flat Cut Metal

Using precision lasers or water jet routing technology, our experts create stunningly crisp flat metal letters. Since they come in a variety of thicknesses, you can adapt the dimension of the signage you are creating. Opt for flatter signs for the look of elegance and use thick letters to make bold statement.

As you can see there are many options from which to choose when fabricating 3D custom letters. Call Epic Signs & Graphics for a free consultation and to see samples that we would be happy to show. You are also invited to check it out at our company, just give us a call for an appointment and we would be happy to pull together a quote for you today!

To communicate with consumers, wall and window graphics for Cleveland businesses are an effective and versatile way to get your message across. We blog about the many ways in which wall signs inform those who are already in your store as well as how they attract new customers. Any type of custom wall signs you would like is offered by Epic Signs & Graphics.

Wall Graphics for Your Business

Wall letters are an incredibly robust way to educate consumers, create a more interesting business environment, and strengthen your branding. If your business has a variety of different aisles, wall graphics can be used to let patrons know what is on each aisle. If you have products that are on somewhat high shelving, use wall graphics to point out where they are, so shoppers do not overlook them.

You can also provide differentiation between similar products with wall graphics. For example, if you run a store that sells video games, consider using wall graphics to designate which games are for various gaming systems. To list recurring events or weekly specials, a bar or restaurant can use a wall graphic. Remember that a blank wall is not doing your company any good, so do not be afraid to get creative.

Window Graphics Attract Customers

To increase curb appeal, nothing beats window graphics. The first contact you make with potential clients may be top quality window graphics, whether you are selling a service or a product. Consumers who may not otherwise be aware of your business will give you attention with the right eye grabbing window graphic.

Customers, who are already on their way into your store, can receive valuable information about sales and other specials with informative graphics. To highlight the value and features that your products provide, consider using window graphics if you have a window displaying these products. Also, to passersby, you can advertise your sales and specials.

Don’t Forget about Floor Graphics, Too!

Floor graphics are taking the advertising world by storm and serve a perfect complement to window and wall graphics. With so many people looking down at their smartphones, the floor is the new “eye level.” Plus, floor graphics put previously unutilized space to work for you. You can really make an impression on entering consumers with something as simple as your business’s logo in a well-lit spot at the front of your store.

You can also let customers know where they need to go for various items with floor graphics. They can provide direction to a specific office or identify products in individual aisles. Using your floor as a marketing tool will put you ahead of the trends and give you a leg up on your competition.

Epic Signs & Graphics can design any type of graphic you are interested in. We use a cutting edge wide format printer to digitally print sharp graphics directly on durable, high quality vinyl. We also install your graphics to ensure maximum impact. Contact us today for a free consultation and estimate.

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