Dimensional letters, also known as 3D letters or raised letters, are custom sign products made to add depth and visual impact to your restaurant storefront. Unlike flat signs, they can add some extra professionalism and show your commitment to excellent food and customer service.
Materials Used to Construct Dimensional Letters
Acrylic: Sleek, modern, and perfect for bright colors, acrylic letters can be easily made to match your restaurant’s colors. In addition, since acrylic is a light and weather-resistant material, it works equally well in both interior and exterior applications.
Metal: Metal letters, like aluminum or stainless steel, give a sleek look and are a sturdy alternative. They look expensive and give your restaurant a touch of elegance. They work well in upscale dining establishments or restaurants trying to make a statement.
Wood: Wooden letters would provide a warm, rustic appeal that pairs up extraordinarily well with many restaurant themes, from the coziest of coffee cafes to farm-to-table restaurants. They are flexible in terms of design and can be stained or painted to portray whatever look is desired.
Lighting Options for Dimensional Letters
Illuminate your restaurant’s sign to maximize its visibilities and attractiveness:
- Back-lit: In effect, back-lit dimensional letters give a feel of the halo effect around the letters so that the letters can be easily read at night or under low light conditions. Such a dramatic lighting option gives the letters a halo-like glow and adds sophistication to the exterior of your restaurant.
- Edge-Lit: Lights placed on the sides or edges of every character create a subtle yet very modern glow that grabs attention without overpowering your sign. This effect works best to accentuate detailed designs or give your restaurant’s brand that very modern feel.
- Externally Lit: Externally lit dimensional letters are lighted with spotlights that are placed around the outside of your restaurant. Again, with this option, you have several choices of angle and intensity in which the lighting is directed, making for a bold look against the background of your building or landscaping.
Best Places to Install Dimensional Letters
Dimensional letters should be strategically placed in areas to provide maximum visibility and impact.
- Above the Entrance: Dimensional letters above the entrance make for almost a beacon of sorts, beckoning guests inside. Choose bright-colored and clean fonts for better readability at a distance.
- Behind the Counter: Dimensional letters placed behind the counter or checkout area will welcome your customers with a display of your name and logo.
- Outdoor Patio: Branding can continue to the outside dining areas, where dimensional letters can be placed on exterior walls or fences. This will upgrade both your ambiance and attractiveness from the exterior to passersby and customers.
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