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Entrance signs |
Shelley specialise in the production of GRP signs which are used widely in parks, nature reserves and public open spaces. We believe that this material offers a great solution for educational establishments and schools as it offers excellent impact resistance, great colour fastness with a 10 year warranty against fading and a surface from which graffiti can be repeatedly cleaned. Shelley Signs consider this the flag ship product for school entrance signs.
They work in a variety of materials for school entrance signs with the decision usually determined by a mixture of budget, desired appearance and how much of a concern vandalism is. While many companies work with self adhesive vinyl letters, applied to the sign material, Shelley recommend digital printing – this produces a more robust finish as letters cannot be peeled off but importantly provides far greater design flexibility.
GRP can also be shaped to produce shapes other than standard rectangles.
Fixings
How and to what school entrance signs are to be fixed is an important consideration. Common fixings can range from wall fixed, fittings to metal railings or post mounted, usually onto steel posts but oak or pressure treated softwood can also be used. Sometimes signs can be fitted to existing posts which can be a useful cost saving. Depending on budget there are a number of different styles available including flat, 4mm thick signs, signs mounted in aluminium or timber frames and a frameless Return Edge, Reinforced Back sign structure which provides a robust and solid sign structure.
Sizes
The most common sizes for school signs tend to be A1 (841 x 594mm), A0 (1189 x 841mm) or 4’ x 3’ (1220 x 915mm) or 6’ x 2’ (1830 x 610mm). However, these are not standard sizes and we can produce school signs at whatever size is appropriate for the location and environment. Signs can also be shaped on any of the sides to produce interesting profiles – there is no need for any sign just to be rectangular.
Design
While Shelley can work from your own electronic artwork you can also take advantage of our talented graphic design team to create attract a striking entrance sign design.
