3D Freestanding signs

3D signs are ideal for events and promotions. 3D letters when used on stage for an event give a lot of impact. Polyester foam can be cut into large shapes, logos and letters. Foam letters are light weight and cost effective therefore one of the best materials for large letters and logos. Polystyrene foam is best cut in letter styles that are suitable to stand on a flat surface. The foam letters are painted in any colour. This includes pantone colours or any specifications following company guidelines. Poly foam is available in various quality grades and thickness.  Free standing foam letters need to be between 150mm and 600mm thick. The height of the letters determines how thick the letters need to be made so they are stable when free standing.

Exterior grade foam is suitable for exterior building signs.  Letters must have at least 2 coats of exterior grade acrylic paint. This is to give them UV protection from the sun and makes them long lasting.

Interior grade foam is cheaper and not as hard as the exterior grades. It is more cost effective and suitable for promotional signs and Event signage.

First impressions count!

This laser cut acrylic sign has custom made clear brackets fabricated to hold the letters 300mm off the wall. The faux garden wall was then applied around the letters to give the impression of the name floating in front of the leaves.

The example below is a free standing foam sign around 10mtrs long. The University of Notre Dame engaged Absolute Sign Solutions to create a showpiece sign to use on open days and special occasions. The foam letters are large and stable but light enough to move around and store away after each event.

 

This example shows a 3D logo installed on site for clothing brand Under Armour at iconic event City2Surf at Bondi Beach, Sydney.

 

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This example shows foam letters with individual bases collectively making the logo eight metres long. The advantage of individual foam letters with a base are:

• Individual letters are easier to transport especially when over a metre high
• Its easier to make a solid weighted base to provide sturdiness if using letters outside
• Easier for the client to move around and store away after use

Cost Effective

Foam letters are a cost effective option when compared with 3D fabricated acrylic or metal letters. They have the same look but without the big budget needed for metal and perspex fabrication.

For greater impact, lighting can be used to cast dramatic shadows and highlight the foam structure consequently giving more impact.

Colours available

Polystyrene foam can be cut or machined to shape. The letters can be painted in any colour.

This example for Westfield is 3D logo developed for a new promotional program.

This example is for a product launch for Bethesda Software owned by Microsoft

The example below shows the number sixty custom painted. The foam numbers have a flat shaved base therefore they are sturdy on a table or stage.

For those wanting to really make a statement, foam letters can also have a smooth acrylic face colour coded to match colours. Foam letters can be up to 2.5mtrs high and up to 600mm thick. Large foam letters are lightweight, therefore easy to move and are often used for events and promotional signs. Logos, branding, hashtags and symbols can be cut in solid freestanding foam and painted in corporate colours. These are then placed on stage in venues. Alternatively the foam can be pegged into the grass on ovals and arenas.

We can advise on what sort of foam letters will work best for your project.

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CLIENT BRIEF

A  Sydney based physiotherapy clinic has a studio in Curl Curl on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. A shop front renovation is needed with new signs that will be easily noticed and long lasting. Absolute Sign Solutions did an onsite inspection. Measurements were taken and a new design was mocked up for sign writing. The sign proof was then forwarded to the client for approval. This location is a busy road where thousands of people drive by every day. Therefore the hand painted message needed to be easily read and strategically positioned on the wall to maximise the view as you drive down the hill.

HOW SIGNS ARE DONE

We do as much preparation as possible prior to going on site. This includes layouts, measurements, checking OHS and traffic issues and communicating with the client so everything runs like clock work. The wall sign was all hand painted using brushes by our signwriters. The wall was very rough (see detail), therefore it needed someone with skill to achieve a good result.

However this is no problem for an experienced signwriter.

Hand painting always gives you the best outcome for a long lasting wall sign. No other method will work as well on a rough surface. The only other sign option is using sign panels. These are produced and then installed to the surface of the wall. However this can be costly. The life of the sign panels would probably be less than the hand painted signs, therefore not as cost effective. Another advantage of hand painted signs is that they can be touched up or recoated if needed any time in the future. To recoat the hand painted sign is cost effective. Alternatively sign panels need to be removed and replaced with new ones when past their use by date. Another thing worth considering is that the customer often prefers the look of a hand painted finish as it becomes and looks like ‘part of the wall’.

WHAT A SIGN WRITER DOES

A traditional sign writer hand paints just about anything.

These include

• One off signs
• Lettering in any type of font style
• Replicating logos
• Stylised artwork and designs
• Photo realistic signs and images
• A professional sign writer trained in brush art can create anything!

DEMONSTRATION

Check out our sign writer creating a hand made timber sign for one of our clients

 

THE VALUE OF HAND PAINTED SIGNS

• Hand painted signs are great value considering how long they last. Customers always comment on the value of a ‘sign written’ sign.
• Painted signs have lots of character. They can be exact or very rustic depending on the customers requirements.
• When hand painted, the sign actually becomes part of the wall or the surface they are sign written on.
• Hand done signs last.
• Hand painted sign writing can be applied to virtually any type of surface
  

  TYPES OF APPLICATIONS FOR HAND PAINTED SIGNS

  Hand painted signs are becoming more popular. Food and beverage businesses such as cafes, restaurants, pubs and bars ask for hand painted signwriting.  Traditionally trained signwriters are often engaged to hand paint menu boards, price lists, signs and wall murals. There is also a trend for boutique shops and small businesses to engage sign writers to hand paint signs that are more original, rustic and organic. Hand painted signs give a more personal touch making them perfect for events, weddings and special occasions

  Our Signwriters create all signs inhouse. We give you high quality and long lasting sign writing for your business. We can design or replicate any type of logo, image or design. Our sign writers have over 30 years of experience in all types of traditional hand painting as well as the other types of signage.

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TRADIE SIGNAGE

Vehicle signage helps Tradies and small businesses generate more sales in Sydney.

GREAT VEHICLE SIGNS

Cost effective and well designed vehicle signage works for all types of trade businesses. Tradies don’t necessarily want complicated and expensive vehicle wraps. They often ask for simple easy to read vinyl cut graphics.

Vinyl cut graphics are

• More cost effective
• Tougher and more durable
• Longer lasting than printed graphics
• Easy to produce and turn around quickly
• Therefore there is less downtime for the customer with a quicker turn around time.

A lot can be achieved by using logos, text and a bit of colour here and there. This makes the signs that look great, stand out, and be easily read. It is also more cost effective.

SIGNS, STRIPES AND WRAPS

When it comes to vehicle signage, small business owners sometimes want something a little different.

Here’s an example of contour cut logos on a Toyota tray back ute. The doors have a printed and then contour cut logo installed. The rear tray panels have been wrapped in long lasting printed decals. This gives the vehicle maximum advertising opportunities 24/7.

A self adhesive vinyl (S.A.V) bonnet wrap can make a normal ute standout from the crowd

Vinyl vehicle stripes are a decorative addition to your vehicle

A simple logo placed in the right place on a vehicle looks pretty good

Stripes along the skirt or sides of a ute or any vehicle really finish it off.

Branding to a vintage ute looks good and gives a bit of advertising value.

MAGNETIC SIGNS

Vehicle magnets are a great alternative for vehicle owners that don’t want their ute or van branded. You may want to utilise your staff’s personal vehicles or the apprentice’s vehicle. By applying magnetic signs temporarily to your trades vehicle, you have temporary branding and or I.D. when your are on site. This comes in line with OHS practices and gives customers confidence with who they are dealing with.

WORK BOXES FOR TRADIE UTES

Work box signs are something Tradies need for the back of  their utes. The work boxes are secure from the weather and vandalism. Work boxes are made from thick alloy and are usually are quite large and have flat sides. Therefore work boxes are perfect for advertising your business name and the products or services you provide to customers.

TRAILER SIGNS

Trailers are another advertising opportunity for trades persons and small business owners. Trailers usually have four usable sides to apply signage to therefore making them perfect to advertise your business. Trailers can be parked strategically to maximise advertising. When your trailer is towed on site to carry tools and equipment it is still advertising your business 24/7

QUALITY SIGNS

Absolute Sign Solutions sign writers have many years of experience. They have created vehicle signs for thousands of commercial businesses and tradesmen.  Simple signs can be created right through to complex designs covering the whole vehicle. They use high quality SAV from leading brands to give you long lasting signage.

Do you need van signage or signs for vehicles in Sydney that give quality, cost effective branding? Absolute Sign Solutions business design effective vehicle signage that wont break the bank.

Vans, trucks, utes etc can have logos and areas of colour designed to attract attention and get your business name out there to the public. Your car signs can be tailored to suit whatever budget you require. Sometimes less is more when it comes to vehicle signs.

SIMPLE SIGNAGE OPTIONS FOR BUSINESS
The typical trades person wanting simple and economical vehicle signs on a van would have signs designed and installed to driver side door and passenger door plus rear window. If the vehicle is a ute then they would have signage on the tray and two doors.

For those with a larger budget, you can build on the signs from there to incorporate the side panels with lettering and logos or for those with a larger budget full vinyl wraps on vans and utes.

Hand painted signs becoming more popular.

Hand painted signs are steadily gaining more popularity. When it comes to signwriting, customers are often seeking the particular ‘look’ of signs painted by brush.

These characteristics usually include: informal fonts, imperfections, matte finish lettering and a generally original look compared to printed lettering.

Here’s an example of the types of services clients are wanting from signwriters when it comes to hand painted signs.

A corporate client wanted hand painted signs for his business. The customer required cultural and team building messages to be easily seen on wall sections by staff and clients as they entered the building. This was an easy fix. Some hand painted wording and simple graphics were hand painted to the walls of the stairwell at their premises in Sydney. The new signs were hand painted by our expert sign writers in durable paint that is easily noticed and long lasting. Prior to doing the work we did an onsite inspection, took measurements and mocked up a new design for sign writing the building. The clients message needed to be easily read and strategically positioned on the wall to maximise the view as you enter and exit the building.

HOW SIGNS ARE CREATED

When we are creating signs we do as much preparation as possible prior to going on site. This includes layouts, measurements, checking OHS obligations and potential issues including communicating with the client. We do this so everything runs like clock work. The wall sign was all hand painted using a brush by our signwriters.

This is easy for our experienced signwriters. Hand painting will always give you the best outcome for a long lasting wall sign. Often the customer prefers the look of a hand painted finish as it becomes and looks like ‘part of the wall’.

THE SIGNWRITING PROCESS

A traditional sign writer hand paints just about anything. The experienced sign writer will know what type of paint is suitable for the type of surface needing the design.  Whether you need a one off sign or lettering in any typeface, anything can be achieved using a professional sign writer trained in brush art.

DEMONSTRATION

Check out our sign writer creating a hand made sign for one of our clients

 

VALUE OF HAND PAINTED SIGNWRITING

• Hand painted signs are great value considering how long they last. Customers always comment on the value of a ‘hand painted’ sign.
• Hand painted signs actually become part of the wall or surface they are sign written on.
• Hand painted signs last.
• Hand painted sign writing can be applied to virtually any type of surface
• For example rough brick walls
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  ALL OUR SIGNWRITING IS DONE IN HOUSE

• Our in house sign writers give you high quality and long lasting sign writing for your business. We design or replicate any type of logo, image or design. Our sign writers have over 30 years of experience in all types of traditional hand painted sign writing as well as the other types of signage.
• Look at one of our signwriters hand painting a timber sign https://www.instagram.com/p/CkaCzR4u_jv/?hl=en
• Hand painted signwriting

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How we create free standing foam letters

Netflix Australia needed large 3D logos for their new office in Sydney.

They also needed a quantity of the Netflix letter ‘N’. These would be used at different locations for event and promotional purposes.

3D foam letters are the best option for events and displays. The advantage of foam letters is that foam is light and easy to use. Foam is also a cost effective solution. Large letters over 1mtr to 2.4mtr high can still be carried and transported easily. Similiar size letters from fabricated acrylic or timber would be too heavy to move as well as being 3 times the price. The foam polystyrene letters and shapes are cut with a hot wire to give the best finish. The thickness of the letters can be anywhere from 50mm to 600mm. The thicker the foam, the more stable the letter when standing.

HOW TO MAKE STURDY FOAM LETTERS

Weights can be installed in the base of each foam letter. This gives the letters a much lower centre of gravity making them less likely to tip over.

HOW TO MAKE FOAM LETTERS MORE DURABLE

After the weights are added the whole letter is coated with 2 part epoxy resin. This gives a tougher more durable finish compared to just painted foam.

FOLLOWING CORPORATE GUIDELINES

The 3D Netflix logos are painted in their corporate colours.

FINAL TOUCHES ON FOAM LETTERS

This involves spray guns and airbrush to give a professional finish.

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Colours are carefully matched to pantone specifications following corporate guidelines.

The finished foam product looks fantastic. The extra weights make the letters more stable. The resin coating gives a durable finish that will be suitable to use in an outside situation as well.

Problem – the client plans to transport the 3D Netflix letters to offsite locations when needed. Foam letters can be damaged easily in transport.

Solution – we provide a custom packaging service using light but durable plastic crates and soft but dense foam rubber for protection. When the customers event is over, it is easy to repack the foam logos and store them safely until needed again.

A value for money solution

Foam letters are a more cost effective option when compared with 3D fabricated acrylic or metal letters. They have the same look without the big budget needed for metal and perspex fabrication.

The letters cut from foam are light and easy to transport. If damaged the painted surface is easily touched up. The foam letters can also be repaired easily.

Colours available

Polystyrene foam is either hot wire cut or machined to shape. The letters can be painted in any colour.

For those wanting to really make a statement, foam letter options include painting in any colour. This includes matching corporate colours or reproducing logos. Bright colours and sparkles are great for promotions and events, such as Sydney Mardi Gra. Another popular upgrade is an acrylic face glued to the front of the letter or logo. This can be colour coded to match.

Foam letters are cut from 100mm up to 2.5mtrs high. They can be 20mm thick and up to 600mm thick. Large foam letters are lightweight, therefore easy to move and are often used for events and promotional signs. Logos, branding, hashtags and symbols can be cut in solid freestanding foam and painted in corporate colours. These are then placed on stage in venues or alternatively can be pegged into the grass on ovals and arenas.

Our sign writers can advise what sort of foam letters will work best for your project.

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Aframe Signage

Aframe signs are one of the most cost effective ways to advertise your business and services. A frames are lightweight, easily transported and can be positioned anywhere. Aframe signs are the perfect medium to advertise your products or direct customers to your store. They make a good site sign for tradies. Aframes make great welcome signs. They are effective to use for entry and exit signs and also warning signage – OHS.

Types of Aframes

A frames are made from metal or wood. The most common sizes are 900mm x 600mm and 1200mm x 900mm. However custom sizes can be fabricated, such as 1800mm x 1200mm or even larger.

Metal Aframes

 Metal aframes are robust and very durable. They come in a powder coated finish and with two handles. Metal aframes have a solid metal face that can be printed on or covered with vinyl cut graphics. Insertable aframes are another alternative. They are designed so panels can be inserted into the frame and easily removed also. This gives flexibility when messages need to be changed.

           

Timber A frames

Timber aframes are made to suit your requirements. They are finished with laquer, stain or varnish. The frame can also be made with bare timber to give it a it a more rustic look. Timber aframes are great for cafes, restaurants, boutiques and promotional events. Because they are custom made, any size is available.

           

Insertable Aframes

This aframe example below is a combination of both a hand painted timber sign that is then slotted into a metal frame. The metal frame is robust and protects the timber insert. It has the character of hand painted timber and the durability of the metal frame. An excellent form of advertising.

STRATA SIGNS

Strata signage Residential and Commercial equates to directional signs, OHS signs and parking signs, speed control signs. These are needed for units and factory complexes.

We outline some of the signs needed for residential and commercial strata blocks. Typically both residential and commercial units need easily read signage.  Therefore you will need unit numbers, car park signs, warning signs or any special directional signs.

Strata signs are fixed to walls or alternatively can be stencilled onto concrete areas and driveways. Laser cut letters and numbers whether stainless steel or acrylic can be glued to any wall surface. These are a good looking alternative and most importantly easily read from a distance. Therefore stainless letters are a worthwhile investment for residential unit blocks.

PARKING SIGNAGE

Parking signs for visitors and unit owners are stencilled to car park spaces in your strata block or business premises.

Line marking services include names, logos and images. Stencilled patterns are also designed and installed to concrete. Stencilling both convey a message and helps cover old concrete areas.  All our design and installation is done by experienced sign writers therefore guaranteeing excellent workmanship.

CAR PARK SIGNS

Car park signage should be easily read. Tenants and visitors need to understand which way the traffic is flowing. They may need to be careful of on coming vehicles or pedestrian traffic. Importantly the signs need to be in a prominent position.

Absolute Sign Solutions supply the following services:

LINE MARKING

• Painted lines to mark car parking spaces
• Zebra crossings for safe pedestrian access
• Lines to indicate disabled parking spaces
• Lines to indicate direction of traffic

Logos and lettering

• Hand painted letters are alternatively known as sign writing. They can be created at any size. Another alternative is laser cut stencils. Stencils are used to create precise lettering and logos. These signs can be made to any size and a selection of coloured stencil paint is available.
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• Disabled stencils and other compliant symbols are available. These are made to Australian standards. Stencils are custom made to meet your requirements, therefore you are not limited to off the shelf products.
• Stainless steel letters are popular as they have an up market appeal.

Stencils

• Stencilling of any design is applied to concrete areas. These stencil designs help hide imperfections therefore you can make the space more attractive.
• Stencils are designed to suit your requirements
• A selection of colours are available.

QUALITY MADE PRODUCTS

• Our Sign writers  are traditionally trained. They give you a quality end product.
• Our lettering will be correctly spaced with easily read fonts.
• The paint we use is a durable non slip matte finish. Over time it will show some wear from vehicle tyres etc. It is easy to use the same stencils to go over the exact space when they need to be renewed.  The markings will easily be brought up to brand new quality again.

SIGN ADVICE BY PROFESSIONALS:

Absolute Sign Solutions sign writers will advise what sort of strata signage will work best for you. We have over 30 years experience in Signage and Design. You can be confident of quality workmanship.

Some of the common areas where signs are needed are:

• entry and exit areas
• common areas
• car parks & driveways
• disabled spaces and loading zones
• commercial shopfront floors
• timber flooring
• vinyl flooring
• warehouses with concrete floors
• outdoor entertainment areas
• swimming pools
• lifts and escalators
• garbage storage areas
• common washing areas

Boat signage Northern Beaches

Do you need a sign for your yacht or motor cruiser?  There are two options for boat signage. Boat names are either sign written with paint or alternatively made with vinyl stickers.

A brush is used to do traditional sign writing. The signwriter hand paints the sign or design directly to the hull of the boat.

Hand Painted Signwriting

Hand painting is done with tough and durable enamel paint. Enamel sign writing paint is easily touched up if scratched to make like new again. Alternatively, if stickers are damaged they will need to be stripped off and redone.

Stickers on Boats

The other way to do boat signs is with stickers. These stickers are cut on a robot and known name is SAV decals. Self Adhesive Vinyl stickers are easily applied by the professional sign writer. They are tough and durable. Vinyl film for signage is available in many colours.

Do It Yourself Stickers

DIY boat decals can be applied by the owner themselves with a little instruction. Installing the signs yourself (DIY) is a cheaper way to put your name on your boat. A professional sign maker will give you the advice needed for successful installation.

Professional Sign Shop

Absolute Sign Solutions is a professional sign shop.  They offer both hand painted signwriting as well as vinyl cut decals and printed stickers. We do signs on yachts, cruisers, and all types of power boats including jet skis. Our team creates any type of design whether its complex or simple. All our boat signs are made using premium quality paint and long lasting vinyl film.

Our sign writers have hand painted many timber boats.  Often customers request the genuine look of hand painting.  Stickers don’t quite have the same look and character as the genuine look of hand painting.

Budget sign options for boats

Budget sign options are available. The stickers are made by us. The boat signs are installed by you. We are happy to give advice to make the process easy. This makes your signs very cost effective.

Summing Up:

• Hand painted signs are durable and easy to maintain if damaged. Painted signs are a fantastic option for timber boats and vintage boats.
• Vinyl signs can be more cost effective. They are also a good alternative for DIY if you have a tight budget and can install yourself.

Let us know what boat signage you are after. We will advise the best way to do your boat signs on Northern Beaches or anywhere in Sydney,

ALL SAFETY SIGNAGE AND OHS COMPLIANT SIGNS

 Safety signs and compliant OHS signage are needed by all types of businesses. These signs are used to help with workplace safety. Therefore they are used in the workplace, all types of clubs, strata and community areas.

TYPES OF SAFETY SIGNS

Examples of OHS signs include the following.

• Safety stickers, are printed on SAV (self adhesive vinyl). Stickers can be applied to walls, windows, floors, carpet etc. Its important to notify the public of any potential safety issues.
• PVC signs, metal signs or banners are used for all types of safetry signs. Examples are carpark and speed limit signs, wall signs, aframes. They are long lasting and permanent sign options.
• Spray on stencils are used to spray concrete driveways and roads.  Stencils are lasercut with messages like –  NO PARKING, SLOW DOWN, PEDESTRIANS ONLY, DANGER CONSTRUCTION SITE  etc.
• We can custom make all safety signage to any size required. We tailor the wording and design to your requirements. All our safety signs are made from premium products and guaranteed to last.

HEALTH AND EDUCATIONAL SIGNS

The recent world health pandemic has brought with it increased safety issues. Therefore it has made society as a whole more aware of personal health safety isuues regarding Covid 19. OHS signs are now necessary in all walks of life. Now every business or organisation needs signs advising social distancing and how many people are allowed in any area at any time.

Safety signs and stickers are needed for all types of businesses, institutions and community organisations. Examples of these are:

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRIES – These include all trades such as Carpenters, Builders, Electricians, Plumbers, Roofers, Mechanics and more.

ANY TYPE OF BUSINESS – Safety signs are needed for all businesses. Retails Shops, Trade Supplies, Childcare Centres, Medical Facilities, Factory Areas, Restrictive Areas and compounds are examples.

COMMUNITY AND SPORTS CLUBS – Any type of sign or sticker that will warn people of danger or safety issues.

Let us know what you need and we are happy to provide a quote.

LINE MARKING FOR STRATA AND RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES

Quality line marking  is needed for visitor parking areas.

Finding parking spots in unit blocks and strata complexes can be challenging unless all parking areas are well marked. Easily read signs are necessary to define exactly who can park in various locations.

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Certain messages and logos are applied to parking spaces in your strata block or business premises. These are necessary for security and OHS reasons.

Our line marking services include creating names, logos and images. We also design and install stencilled patterns. These are good for someone wanting to hide unsightly old surfaces or to decorate plain concrete areas. All our design and installation is done by experienced trades people so you can be confident of excellent workmanship.

Absolute Sign solutions supply the following services:

LINEMARKING

• Painted lines to mark car parking spaces
• Zebra crossings for safe pedestrian access
• Lines to indicate disabled parking spaces
• Lines to indicate direction of traffic

LOGOS AND LETTERING

• We hand paint large letters.  Laser cut stencils are also used to do precise lettering and logos. These stencils are made from durable PET and can be made to any size. A selection of paint colours is available.
• Disabled stencils and other compliant symbols to Australian standards are available. We custom make all our stencils to meet your requirements, so you are not limited to off the shelf products.
• A selection of signs to go on walls e.g. Speed limit signs, time restrictive signs, reflective signs, safety signs are also available.

STENCILS

• Any type of design can be stencilled to concrete areas. The stencil design can also hide imperfections therefore can make the space more attractive.
• All stencils are designed to suit your requirements
• A selection of colours are available.

QUALITY MADE PRODUCTS

• Our traditionally trained signwriters  give you a quality end product.
• Our lettering will be correctly spaced with easily read fonts.
• The paint we use is a durable non slip matte finish. Over time it will show some wear from vehicle tyres etc. It is easy to use the same stencils to go over the exact space again at a later date to bring any marking up to brand new quality again.

DIY OPTION:

• The stencils used for lettering or symbols are of the highest quality. They can be used repeatedly over time.
• The stencil application can easily be done by anyone trying to save money or on a budget.
• We are happy to give advice on the correct method of application.
• We make the stencils and supply the paint needed for your project.

SIGN ADVICE BY PROFESSIONALS:

Absolute Sign Solutions signwriters  advise what sorts of line marking or stencilling will work best for you. We have over 30 years of experience in all types of sign making. Therefore you can be confident in the quality of the workmanship of all items supplied.

Some of the common areas markings are used for are:

• car parks & driveways
• commercial shopfront floors
• timber flooring
• vinyl flooring
• warehouses with concrete floors
• outdoor entertainment areas