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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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

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

What makes a good sign writer?

When looking for an experienced sign writer there are a few things you should consider. Firstly today most sign shops have sign makers, not sign writers. Signwriters do hand painted signs so you should establish that you are dealing with a traditionally trained sign writer. Otherwise here’s a few tips on what you should look for. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. There should not be any surprises with the sign business you engage. You should be confident your sign person can deliver!

Things to look out for when buying signs

• How much experience has the sign person and how long have they been in the industry.
• What do reviews say and what clients would recommend them.
• Can the sign writer guarantee a quality product
• What type of printers and media do they use to create your signs.

Different printers give different results

Some new print technology won’t last as long as older print methods. Here are some examples:

Where UV prints have been used – see photos 1 and 2. Now compare these to our own workshop sign – photo 3. All these 3 signs were installed to an exterior wall at the same time, You can see the UV prints (1 and 2) are failing badly after only a few years where as our sign has vibrant colours and is still in ‘like’ new condition.

It comes down to using the right print technology for the right application. Again experienced sign writers should’nt leave you with an inferior product. 

Quality printers and media for signage

Eco solvent printers are low emission. We use Eco Solv for our outdoor production. Combined with premium quality SAV media and UV laminates our signs can last twice the life of UV prints. The colours are very sharp and vibrant. The most popular finish for signs is a satin laminate. Alternatively a matte finish laminate is another popular choice.

Paints and sign products used to create your signs

For over 20 years we have used the same premium paint and sign products to create quality signs for our clients. This means you will get a quality sign created with durable media that has passed the test of time.

Of course some jobs need to be as cheap as possible and only need to last a few days or so. We custom make all our sign products to meet our customers needs.

Many of our new customers don’t really know exactly what type of signage or sign writing service they require to create their new signs. We advise exactly what type of signs will suit your requirements. Two considerations are durability and cost. Our sign experts will look at your budget and recommend what will be the best sign solution for you. We provide all types of signage such as large digital prints, SAV decals and vinyl cut stickers. One of our areas of expertise is traditional hand painted signwriting. This includes murals and also signs and designs with different paint finishes. All our sign writers have over 30 years experience in the sign industry so you know you will get the right advice for your next signage project.

HAND PAINTED MURALS IN INDIA

There are many high quality and detailed hand painted murals in India.

QUALITY WORKMANSHIP

On a recent trip it was inspirational to see how almost all murals and even signs for hotels, restaurants and shops are hand painted.

There are a lot of printed signs, mostly in the bigger cities however the hand painted work is what really stands out.

These murals are all hand painted on stone walls. Access is by basic bamboo scaffolding which is tied together by hand.

The quality of the work is excellent with many hours needed to achieve the detail in each example

At Absolute Sign Solutions we sign write murals on rough walls or textured surfaces. Typically these types of walls are not suitable for ‘stick on’ types of signage? We have in house signwriters that can hand paint the highest quality lettering and graphics. Absolute Sign Solutions can paint letters and stylised images onto gyprock walls right through to a textured cement render wall or brick walls. Our signwriters have over 25 years of experience in all types of traditional handpainted signwriting as well as the other types of signage. Call us for a competitive quote.

Hand painted Signwriting on buildings

Hand painted signwriting is a specialised field. There are only a few businesses in Sydney able to offer a proper signwriting service. These days sign writers are needed for remedial work and sign painting on older buildings. Do you need to restore old fashioned sign writing? Maybe you have a heritage listed building and are required to retain the original look of the hand painted signs. There are many areas in Australia that have been either heritage listed or have a local authority policing what can and cannot be done. This makes it challenging when restoring or making additions to buildings. One example of a governing body is the Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority. This entity governs areas around Sydney harbour such as ‘The Rocks’. The Rocks is Sydney’s oldest neighbourhood region dating back to the first settlers from England. Any work on buildings in this area is closely monitored by the Foreshore Authority. The Orient Hotel is a fine example with an historical date of one hundred and seventy five years old.

Old Heritage Buildings

The old buildings in this area need constant maintenance and upgrades. Any remedial work needs to follow strict guidelines so that the ‘old character’ of these heritage listed structures is not lost or compromised. Vinyl stickers or any type of SAV (self adhesive vinyl) are prohibited. Printed signs and stickers are also disallowed. Therefore to keep the original look, all names and advertising must be handpainted by brush with enamel paint. The signwriter will often finish the letters with a pure gold sheet. This is know as guilding which gives a long lasting decorative finish to hand painted signs.

Using experienced signwriters

Absolute Sign Solutions was engaged to re sign write three sides of the building whilst maintaining the original look and character of the signwriting.

Our team of highly skilled sign writers painted three areas of the hotels exterior walls with the words ORIENT HOTEL.

Meeting deadlines for the client

The sign writing job was marked as urgent. The Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority needed the hotel looking good for its 175th birthday celebrations.

Qualified sign experts

An expert sign writer that’s traditionally trained can duplicate or create any type of sign with paint and brush.

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If you need a specialised type of sign contact us today

info@absolutesigns.com.au

Hand painted signs still relevant

Just the other day a friend was sent a photo of a sign writer on site hand painting a sign. The person who sent the photo to him said he could not believe that today people still hand painted signs. With all the modern technology they thought sign writing by hand was dead and not relevant. The fact is that hand painted signwriting is becoming more popular.

Qualified Signwriter

A traditional sign writer can hand paint just about anything. It may be a one off original sign or simple lettering. It can be in any type of font style. Anything can be achieved using a professional sign writer trained in brush art.

Signage trends

However there is a strong trend for people wanting hand painted sign writing.                                                                    Customers are prepared to pay for hand painted signs for a number of reasons:

• Hand painted signs have more character. Customers always comment on the value of a ‘signwriting’.
• Painted signs are often seen as a feature or a centre piece that creates more atmosphere.
• Signs by brush actually become part of the wall surface they are sign written on. They are not just stuck on.
• Hand painted signs last. SAV decals have a limited life. Stickers will fail and peel at some stage and they are not suitable for rough and irregular surfaces.
• Brush lettering can be applied to virtually any type of surface.
• The paint used for signs has a very low impact on the environment compared to printed or cut vinyl signs. Sign writing a sign uses a tiny amount of paint. Vinyl media contains strong solvents. Vinyl signs produce a lot of waste that goes into landfill. The VOC’s keep leaching out of the vinyl for many years and it may take many years to break down. Also it may leach toxins into the soil.
  
  

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  Expert Signwriters

• Our in house sign writers can give you high quality and long lasting sign for your business, school, cafe, hotel or creative needs. We can design or replicate any types 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.

   

  

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Mobile Advertising

Shipping containers have irregular walls designed to be very strong as well as light weight. The surface is made from corrugated metal which gives it strength as well as keeping weight down. Shipping containers are often used for advertising, so signage is applied on the sides to advertise products or companies logos may be signwritten. The corrugated surface is not really suitable for ‘stick on’ types of SAV signage.

Whats the solution? Handpainted signwriting! A professional signwriter can reproduce any logo or text on the irregular surface. For example if stickers are used they will distort when applied over the bending panels. A good signwriter will correct this visual distortion so it works for the customer.

Rustic Signwriting

Another example of a sign which can only be done by hand is any distressed or aged looking sign. This typically would look like its old and worn out, but is new and long lasting.

Typical clients wanting rustic signs are owners of cafes, restaurants, warehouses, fashion outlets, event directors, shop fitters or anyone wanting something original and hand done.

Original one off signs

We often have clients wanting something original that’s not a run of the mill sticker or printed sign.

What can signwriters do?

A traditional signwriter can hand paint just about anything, whether a one off original sign or simple lettering in any type of font style. Maybe you need an abstract design? Anything can be achieved using a professional signwriter trained in brush art.

Our in house signwriters can give you high quality and long lasting sign for your business, school, cafe, hotel or creative needs. We can design or replicate any types of logo, image or design. Our signwriters have over 30 years of experience in all types of traditional handpainted signwriting as well as the other types of signage.

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SPORTS COMPLEX SIGNAGE

Sports complexes, Gymnasiums, Old warehouses and factories usually have rough walls or surfaces not suitable to ‘stick on’ types of SAV signage?

What is the answer? Handpainted signs is the answer!

HAND PAINTED SIGNS

Our in house signwriters hand paint the highest quality lettering and graphics and murals. These examples show handpainted silhouettes and lettering signwritten onto cement render walls at a Sydney gymnasium. Render walls may have texture and can be quite rough, however with hand painting there are no issues to achieving a high quality sign with a long lasting finish. We design or replicate any types of logo, image or design. Our signwriters have over thirty years of experience and do all types of traditional handpainted signwriting as well as the other types of signage.

Call us for a competitive quote.

HAND PAINTED SIGN WRITING

Do you have a stall at a market. Do you need signs or identification that really stands out? If you are looking for a hand painted sign promoting your products we can help you.

TYPES OF PLACES NEEDING SIGNS

We sign write market signs, closing down signs, sale signs, shop relocation signs. We do any type of temporary sign. Signs painted in fluorescent colours on a black background are very noticeable. This is important for road side signs which need to be noticed in the blink of an eye.

OUR EXPERT TEAM

We have expert signwriters at our studio based in Brookvale. They can signwrite quick, effective and easy to read signs for your stall. These signs are made from durable substrate that’s easy to move around and store when not in use. For good looking signs that are cost effective, call Absolute Sign Solutions – 99052011 for a quote over the phone, or email us at info@absolutesigns.com.au