Metal Letters

Top Signs have the facility to digitally control cutting of various materials such as mirror polished stainless steel, dull polished steel, aluminium and brass. Along with our skilled metal-working staff, and powder coating options; we can produce your perfect lettering!

Some common fabrication methods and applications are detailed below:

Flat Cut Metal Letters

The required material is accurately cut from our digital drawings, either by water-jet cutter or CNC machine. The result is your lettering/shape, which is then hand-processed to remove any burrs. Once prepared, the shapes can then be further finished by powder coating or polishing. They can be fitted with several mounting options; for example they can be fixed flush or spaced in a number of ways for a three dimensional look.

Built Up Metal Letters

With built up lettering, we continue with our flat cut letter and hand-form and fabricate each edge. This creates water-tight 'returns' to the shape, forming a complete three-dimensional letter. Built up metal lettering can accommodate LEDs or neon to create subtle or dramatic lighting effects. We refer to the back-lighting of letters as "Halo" illumination. To weatherproof the lettering for the use of electrics, we also use a CNC machine to cut a "back-tray" from clear perspex which is identical to the face to allow for a snug fit. There are certain size restrictions with building returns and back-lighting, simply due to space constraints within the letter. For example, we would usually recommend a minimum internal working area of 75mm. You can discuss your requirements with a Top signs representative by calling us direct on (01434) 60 99 99