Rusty Metal Signs- How Corrosion Can Provide a Unique and Eye-Catching Sign Display
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Rusted steel letters ready for mounting of the metal.[/caption]
Be it a lobby sign, building sign or free-standing monument sign, corrosion can be your friend. A rusty steel or copper patina can provide a soothing, humble yet stylish look. You may ask, "But won't my rusty steel eventually rust through the metal and need replacing?" We know that copper can maintain its patina for decades without ruining the structural integrity of the metal.
In the case of steel, there is a product called Corten. It consists of layers of metal alloys, so the top layer is meant to rust and stabilize. In outdoor settings the metal can take up to 18 months to fully "rust up." Copper can take much longer. It's a natural process.
For those who want their sign as an indoor reception or lobby sign, a simple acid bath will put the metal into high-speed rust, often with one application and a weekend outside. Dampness helps.
Corroded Signs Can Do Considerably More Than the Standard Sign
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A sign that draws customers.[/caption]
Be it a lobby sign, building sig Sin or free-standing monument sign, corrosion can be your friend. A rusty sign can add style to clothing stores, bars, restaurants and retail establishments depending on the look one is after. Take a look at the bar and grill sign. It is simple, yet conveys an upscale, stylish image. It is elegant in its simplicity, putting copper and steel together. It adds appeal and is conducive to customer impulse. Plus, the uniqueness says that this establishment is clever and outside the commonplace. Something most of us want to be a part of. Yes, a sign can do all that!
So, if you need to stand out from the sign clutter, and what smart business doesn't, let
Seattle SignCo work with you to find new sign products and unique solutions to convey your message both verbally and non-verbally.
