Channel lettering is one of the most versatile signage options for businesses that want to reach a wide audience with their message. While channel lettering may be used more commonly for restaurants than retail stores and convenience centers, channel lettering works effectively when advertising retail stores and convenience centers as well.
LED first-surface lighting is the optimal solution for creating channel letter signs with illuminated display surfaces. Read on to gain more knowledge about their performance, as well as the benefits associated with using them for channel letter signage.
Halo-Lit Channel Letters
Modern stainless steel letters illuminated from both front and back by energy efficient LED lighting create an eye-catching halo effect perfect for any business.
LED illumination colors often correspond to the acrylic face you choose (for instance, white with white illumination or red with red illumination). We do not advise mounting halo lit channel letters onto mirror finishes due to reflection showing all backside components like return screws, spacers and wiring.
Not only does this style of lettering boast an elegant appearance, it is also highly durable – standing the test of time while remaining unaffected by weathering or any other form of wear and tear. It makes an excellent choice if you need durable but classy signage.
Versatility
Channel letter signs come in an assortment of sizes and shapes to meet a variety of uses, from creating single letters or multiple ones together into words or logos to being constructed out of aluminum or steel for storefront use.
LED or neon light sources may be exposed in open-faced channels; alternatively, lighting may be concealed behind colored acrylic faces for internal illumination. Open-faced channels may be the ideal choice for businesses that operate after dark such as bars and restaurants.
LED modules offer an effective, flexible and cost-effective means to illuminate channel letters. Available in various wattages and wire lengths for customizing purposes, these modules also have long lifespans with superior reliability.
Energy Efficiency
Channel letter signs may have an initial higher cost but can produce an exceptional return on investment by increasing visibility for businesses. They’re durable enough to withstand frequent use with minimal upkeep requirements while contributing towards sustainability by using eco-friendly materials.
LED lighting uses less energy and produces much less heat, thereby decreasing fire hazards and prolonging sign lifespan. Furthermore, it is safe for use around children and pets.
LEDs are much safer for the environment than their mercury-containing fluorescent or neon counterparts, as well as more energy-efficient. Furthermore, their lower voltage of power usage helps lower energy costs – making them an attractive solution for businesses looking to cut back on costs through savings on energy costs.
Durability
Channel letters are an effective way for businesses to stand out from the competition and increase brand recognition. Their sturdy frames and long-life LED lights help ensure their durability, and being attached directly to buildings allows them to withstand even strong winds without falling off.
Your sign’s longevity depends on its materials, location and weather conditions. Signs near oceans may be vulnerable to salt air that accelerates degradation of certain materials; while signs exposed to extreme temperatures could suffer damage that diminishes brightness. LED signs typically consume less power which helps extend their lifespan; choose one, two or three-color modules depending on your needs.
Customization
Channel letters are signs fabricated out of metal (usually aluminum) or plastic and feature an illuminated back with an unlit front, creating the look of a “channel.” LED modules typically light these signs, which consume significantly less energy than neon signs.
Customize your channel letter sign to suit the unique aesthetic of your business, from shape and size customizations, color combinations and borders, stylized fonts and borders, as well as borders to shape. Choose between front-lit or back-lit signs – either alone or combined together; front-lit signs work best with retailers while back-lit ones work best in pubs, grills and convenience stores that remain open after dark – for added ambiance or non-illuminated signs for an unlit rustic aesthetic.
