Business Signboards – Acrylic, Stainless Steel, Aluminium and Alubond
Signboards are a fundamental way of identifying commercial premises, companies, offices and other buildings. They display company names, logos, business details, information and markings that make spaces easy to identify.
Metaling DOO Belgrade designs, manufactures and installs business signboards in acrylic (Plexiglas), stainless steel, aluminium and aluminium composite panels – Alubond. Manufacturing covers different dimensions, shapes, finishes and marking technologies to suit the artwork and client requirements.
Our range includes acrylic, stainless steel, aluminium and Alubond signboards for indoor use and, with suitable material and construction selection, outdoor applications. They can be simple information signs, prestigious logo boards or parts of a more complex building signage system.
Materials, printing methods, finishes and installation affect appearance, functionality, maintenance and overall manufacturing costs.
Business Signboards – Purpose and Benefits
A signboard is often the first element of visual communication with visitors. In addition to a company name, it can display a logo, opening hours, department name or other information needed to identify the premises.
A well-designed board should present information legibly and have materials, colours and shapes suited to the building's architecture and brand identity.
Signboards can be used individually or as part of signage systems for commercial buildings, offices, hotels, retail premises and public institutions.
Benefits of Custom Signboards
- Visual identity: shape, dimensions, materials, colours and graphics are coordinated with the company's design.
- Different materials: a choice of acrylic, stainless steel, aluminium and composite panels.
- Versatile applications: boards for offices, entrances, receptions, hotels, clinics, shops and other premises.
- Multiple marking technologies: UV digital printing, vinyl application, engraving and combinations of different elements.
- Different installation methods: direct fixing or stand-off mounting.
- Custom manufacture: dimensions and shapes adapted to each project's requirements.
Signboard Materials
Metaling manufactures signboards from different materials selected according to purpose, location, visual requirements and project budget.
Acrylic (Plexiglas), stainless steel, aluminium and aluminium composite panels are most commonly used. Each offers a different appearance, finish and fixing method.
Acrylic Signboards – Plexiglas Boards
Acrylic signboards are made from acrylic glass, also known as Plexiglas. Clear, white and various coloured options allow signs for different types of spaces.
Clear acrylic boards are particularly suitable for interiors requiring a discreet sign appearance. Graphics can be printed, applied in vinyl or produced by other suitable processes.
Acrylic allows rectangular, circular and other shapes according to the artwork.
Suitable stand-off fixings can separate the board visually from the wall, creating a stronger sense of depth.
Acrylic sheet type, thickness and fixing methods depend on board size and conditions of use.
Stainless Steel Signboards
Stainless steel signboards are used where a prestigious metal surface is required.
Depending on the design, stainless steel can be brushed or polished. Brushed steel has a directional texture, while polished steel creates a pronounced reflective effect.
Graphics can be engraved, printed using suitable methods or applied in vinyl, depending on the requirements and selected technology.
Stainless steel boards are often used for law offices, commercial buildings, hotels, clinics, institutions and other premises where a professional appearance matters.
Outdoor applications require an appropriate steel grade and finish for the environment. Corrosion resistance depends on material quality, exposure and maintenance.
Aluminium Signboards
Aluminium signboards provide a practical solution for identifying commercial premises, offices and other buildings.
Aluminium is relatively lightweight and supports various processing and protective finishing methods. Surfaces can be prepared for suitable coating systems, including powder coating in RAL colours.
Aluminium boards can carry digitally printed graphics, applied vinyl or other suitable technologies.
Boards can be manufactured in different shapes and dimensions, with installation selected for the substrate and conditions of use.
Alubond Signboards
Alubond signboards are made from aluminium composite panels. These consist of outer aluminium layers and an internal core whose characteristics depend on the particular product.
Composite panels allow flat sign faces, including larger boards. Different colours and finishes are available depending on the selected material.
Graphics can be directly printed or applied using suitable vinyl.
Outdoor use requires an appropriate panel type and fixing system adapted to the building conditions.
Alubond signboards differ from illuminated cut-out Alubond signs, where lettering is cut into the panel and lit with LEDs.
Signboard Manufacturing and Processing Technologies
Marking technology is selected according to board material, artwork appearance and the conditions in which the product will be used.
Metaling uses printing, vinyl, engraving and material combinations to produce lettering, logos and decorative elements.
Direct UV Digital Printing
UV digital printing transfers graphics, logos and full-colour photographs onto appropriately prepared surfaces.
This is particularly useful for designs containing multiple colours, gradients, fine detail or complex graphics.
Print suitability and durability depend on the material, surface preparation, inks and conditions of use of the finished board.
Printed and Plotter-Cut Sign Vinyl
Sign vinyl is used for lettering, logos, symbols and other graphics applied to a prepared board surface.
Plotter-cut vinyl creates individual letters, symbols and graphics precisely cut to the required outline.
Printed vinyl is used for photographs, multiple colours and more complex graphic displays.
Vinyl type and application method depend on the substrate, expected appearance and conditions of use.
Signboard Engraving
Engraving forms lettering, symbols or decorative details directly in suitable materials.
This is particularly relevant to business and prestigious identification signs, including certain metal boards.
Engraved lettering appearance depends on the material, processing depth and technology, and any additional finishing of the graphics.
Raised Lettering and Combined Materials
Signboards can combine different materials and additional elements to create greater depth.
Separately manufactured letters, logos or decorative elements can be mounted on a flat base, according to technical capabilities and design.
These designs bridge simple flat signboards and more complex three-dimensional signs.
For individual metal lettering without a common backing, flat-cut letters and metal lettering are also available.
Signboard Dimensions, Thicknesses and Shapes
Signboards are manufactured in different dimensions and shapes according to their purpose, material and installation location.
Examples of formats offered by Metaling include:
- 15 × 15 cm – compact signs for smaller surfaces.
- 30 × 30 cm – a square format for various business and information signs.
- 45 × 50 cm – a larger signboard or information board format.
- Custom manufacture – dimensions and shapes adapted to the specific lettering and space.
Some signboard types use sheets between 3 and 12 mm thick, depending on material and construction. This range is not a universal thickness for every material and design.
Sheet thickness is selected according to dimensions, material rigidity, fixing methods and expected conditions of use.
Signboards Shaped to a Logo
Alongside standard rectangular and square formats, boards can have rounded corners, circular outlines or other artwork-based shapes.
Where a board follows a logo outline, material processing options and fixing methods are checked in advance.
Signboard Installation – Direct Wall Mounting or Stand-Off Fixings
Installation methods depend on dimensions, weight, material and substrate.
Boards can sit directly against a surface or be separated from the wall using suitable stand-off fixings.
Direct Signboard Mounting
Direct mounting places the board close to the substrate for a simple, understated appearance.
Suitable bonding systems, including dedicated industrial tapes and adhesives, can be used in certain conditions. Product selection depends on board material, substrate, weight and conditions of use.
Not every bonding system suits every surface. More demanding and heavier boards require appropriate mechanical fixings.
Stand-Off Signboard Mounting
Stand-off signboards are positioned at a set distance from the wall, creating a stronger three-dimensional effect.
Stand-off fixings can also be decorative, particularly with clear acrylic and metal boards.
Their material, dimensions, layout and quantity depend on board size, weight and substrate characteristics.
Outdoor applications require fixings with suitable resistance to the environment.
Preparing the Substrate
Before installation, the substrate's condition and type, product dimensions and intended fixing method must be checked.
Glass, external insulation systems, composite panel cladding and other specific substrates require installation methods to be defined individually.
Where Are Signboards Used?
Advertising and information boards are used in various commercial and public spaces. Their main function is to display a name, logo or other information clearly in an appropriate location.
Boards for Companies and Commercial Buildings
Business signboards identify entrances, premises, company headquarters, offices and other functional areas.
Depending on their location, they can display the company name, logo and other information the client wishes to highlight.
Boards for Offices and Office Buildings
Office boards identify individual rooms, departments and other parts of commercial premises.
They can share a unified design so that all signs in the building are visually coordinated.
Boards for Law Offices and Clinics
Law offices, clinics and similar premises use advertising and information boards in different materials and finishes.
Stainless steel, acrylic and other materials are often chosen to suit the premises' character and desired visual identity.
Information Boards for Hotels and Public Buildings
Signboards also identify rooms, floors, apartments, receptions and other functional areas.
Where more complex visitor direction and orientation are required, boards can form part of a wider wayfinding system.
Illuminated and Non-Illuminated Signboards
Signboards are most often made without integrated lighting, with their appearance based on materials, graphics and ambient light.
Certain projects can combine them with suitable additional lighting or illuminated elements.
Signs with integrated internal LED lighting require suitable construction, space for electrical components and translucent surfaces.
Such solutions can fall into the category of lightbox signs or other illuminated signage, depending on construction.
Business Signboard Prices
Signboard prices depend on dimensions, material type and thickness, graphics processing, quantity and installation conditions.
Simpler boards in standard shapes can require fewer operations, while complex shapes, special finishes and multiple materials can increase manufacturing costs.
Factors Affecting Signboard Prices
- Dimensions: overall area and shape affect material quantities and processing time.
- Material: acrylic, stainless steel, aluminium and Alubond have different purchase costs and processing technologies.
- Material thickness: affects material quantities, processing and construction.
- Graphics processing: UV printing, vinyl application, engraving and separate applied elements have different manufacturing costs.
- Quantity: larger batches of identical or similar boards can affect costing differently from one-off manufacture.
- Installation: fixings, substrate, stand-offs, installation height and access affect total costs.
For an accurate quotation, supply dimensions, preferred material, artwork, quantity and installation location details.
Frequently Asked Questions About Signboards
Which Materials Are Used for Signboards?
Metaling manufactures signboards from acrylic (Plexiglas), stainless steel, aluminium and aluminium composite panels. Selection depends on appearance, dimensions, purpose and location.
Do You Make Custom Signboards?
Yes. Signboards can follow specified dimensions, logo shapes and artwork. Manufacturing options depend on the material and technical project requirements.
What Is the Difference Between Acrylic and Stainless Steel Signboards?
Acrylic boards use a material that can be clear, white or coloured. Stainless steel boards offer various metal finishes. The choice depends on the desired appearance and purpose.
Can Signboards Be Installed on Stand-Off Fixings?
Yes. Stand-off mounting separates the board from the wall. Fixing quantity, layout and type depend on material, dimensions and weight.
Can Signboards Be Used Outdoors?
Yes, with appropriate materials, graphics processing and fixing methods. Outdoor use requires consideration of weather exposure and site conditions.
What Is Needed for a Quotation?
Supply the logo or lettering as vector artwork, required dimensions, material, quantity and a photograph of the location. If the material has not been chosen, several suitable options can be considered.
References and Completed Projects
The gallery shows advertising and information boards in different materials, shapes and graphic finishes.
Completed projects illustrate acrylic boards, stainless steel signs, printed metal boards and other solutions for identifying commercial premises.
