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Long-Lasting Building Signs in Los Angeles, CA, Are a Great Value!

Building signs in Los Angeles maximize foot traffic. They are critical for presenting your brand and generating interest in your products or services. Our team specializes in multiple exterior signage solutions for our clients.

Case Study: The Oncology Institute 

The Oncology Institute is a returning client. Previously, we worked with the teams from the San Bernardino County location (they needed mission and values wall panels) and the Cerritos venue (timeline wall of site suite openings). For this project, we traveled to 554 East San Bernardino Road, where the client had opened its newest location. 

Our team designed, fabricated, and installed an acrylic building sign and logo. Technicians removed an existing sign from a prior tenant and painted the wall afterward to fix any damage from the old sign. The acrylic our client selected was a half-inch thick, white, and opaque. After cutting the lettering, we stud-mounted the signage elements.

The Superior Signs and Graphics front office team handled the permitting process for the client. Also, by using opaque rather than painting clear acrylic, the sign is sure to last longer and will not need any repainting. 

Choosing the Right Materials for Long-Lasting Building Signs

Which materials are the most durable? Our client chose acrylic. Signs made from this material are resistant to the elements, making them a good choice for indoor and outdoor applications. We can add UV-resistant coatings to let painted acrylic signs last many years without fading.

Of course, there are other options, too. Metals are popular. 

• Aluminum. Lightweight, rust-resistant, and strong, aluminum is excellent for outdoor signs. With proper care, it lasts for decades.
• Stainless steel. Known for its strength and resistance to rust and corrosion, stainless steel is a popular choice for premium signs. It maintains its appearance over many years.
• Bronze or brass. These metals are often used for high-end, elegant signs. Over time, they develop a patina, which protects them and adds character. Both materials are durable and last for decades.

Another choice is Cor-Ten steel (weathering steel). When exposed to weather, it develops a rust-like appearance. This rust forms a protective layer, making the sign more durable.

Picking Out the Material for Your Next Building Sign in Los Angeles, Orange County, and Anywhere in Between

If you are still deciding on a material for your building sign, remember that we also work with materials other than acrylic and metals. For example, PVC is lightweight, weather-resistant, and a cost-effective plastic. High-density urethane (HDU) has similar qualities; additionally, it mimics the look of wood without the risk of rotting. It works well for carved signs and lasts many years outdoors.

Find out more about your signage options. Call us today!