--- title: Blog | Outdoor or Exterior Signs description: Outdoor or Exterior Signs | We use state-of-art, computer-aided signmaking systems and techniques to create high-impact, cost effective signs that get you results. --- [![cost effective signs and banners](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/hs-fs/file-2242600172-gif/images/thesignstudioonline-logo.gif "cost effective signs and banners")](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/) [![TS_logo.png](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TS_logo-1.png?width=2400&name=TS_logo-1.png "TS_logo.png")](http://www.thetrophystudio.com/) The Sign Studio 831 N. Hollywood Way, Burbank CA 91505 [818-843-9200 | info@signstudiola.com](mailto:info@signstudiola.com) # Southern California Sign Blog ## [Los Angeles Signs | VARIOUS TYPES OF OUTSIDE EXTERIOR SIGNS](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/Design-Tips-for-Effective-Signs/blog/bid/70850/Los-Angeles-Signs-VARIOUS-TYPES-OF-OUTSIDE-EXTERIOR-SIGNS) Posted by [Julie and Chris Ramirez](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/design-tips-for-effective-signs/blog/author/julie-and-chris-ramirez) on Tue, Apr 3, 2012 @ 06:04 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) **See the VARIOUS OUTSIDE EXTERIOR SIGNS** The clothing of a company! The signs on the outside exterior of any business create a first impression to your employees, customers and visitors. Make sure your signs say the right things about you and give the best first impression they possibly can! The Sign Studio fabricates signs that are used for shop fascias, business signs, industrial signs and more – from complex signs for multisite locations to pavement furniture or temporary signs. The Sign Studio also supplies illuminated signs for maximum night time impact.  **DIFFERENT TYPES OF EXTERIOR SIGNS ** **[FASCIA SIGNS](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/quote/)** Fascias show visitors and customers who you are at first glance and give your premises an identity.  This is very important as you want to make your first impression stand out.  ******![Fascia Signs](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/hs-fs/file-13824326-jpg/images/outdoor_signage-resized-600.jpg)** ********  ********  ********  ********  ******[ILLUMINATED SIGNS](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/quote/)**   You can brighten up your business and increase your company’s visibility with illuminated signs. **************![Illuminated Signs ](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/hs-fs/file-13823537-jpg/images/back-lit_photo-resized-600.jpg)** ****************  ****************  ****************  **************[INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL SIGNS](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/quote/) **   Use large, eye-catching signage to draw attention to your commercial units. **************![Industrial Signs ](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/hs-fs/file-13823475-jpg/images/1-resized-600.jpg)** ****************  ****************  **************[DIRECTIONAL SIGNS](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/quote/)** Easily appointed signs help to navigate people to particular locations. ![Wayfinding Signs](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/hs-fs/file-13823774-jpg/images/h_-_ada_sign_images-resized-600.jpg) ********************************  ********************************  ********************************          ********************************  ********************************  ********************************  ********************************  ******************************[POST & PANEL EXTERIOR SIGNS](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/quote/)** ![Post & Panel Sample ](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/hs-fs/file-13823892-jpg/images/h7-resized-600.jpg)   The most commonly used sign systems are post & panel mounted signs which are also very cost-effective for an exterior sign that is used widely across many businesses.   ********************************  ********************************  ********************************  ********************************  ******************************[PLAQUES](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/quote/) ** ![Sign Plaques ](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/hs-fs/file-13823915-jpg/images/h8-resized-600.jpg) The Sign Studio can design and manufacture plaques to suit your needs in all styles and sizes. ************************************************  ************************************************  ************************************************  ************************************************  ************************************************  ************************************************  ************************************************  ************************************************  ************************************************  **********************************************[SIGNICADES OR A-FRAMES](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/quote/) **   ![Signicade or A Frame Sample ](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/hs-fs/file-13824455-jpg/images/signcade_example-resized-600.jpg) Portable pavement boards are available in a range of materials and colors, bringing attention to your retail area and advertising promotions. **If you have any questions or need further information, please give us a call at (818) 843-9200 or visit our website at [www.signstudiola.com](http://www.signstudiola.com/) – You can also reach us by e-mail at [info@signstudiola.com](mailto:info@signstudiola.com). ** **************************************************[NEED QUOTE](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/quote/)** [![Sign Quote ](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/hs-fs/file-13824419-png/images/request_a_quote.png)](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/quote/) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/Design-Tips-for-Effective-Signs/blog/bid/70850/Los-Angeles-Signs-VARIOUS-TYPES-OF-OUTSIDE-EXTERIOR-SIGNS#comments-listing) Topics: [A Frame or Standing Signs](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/design-tips-for-effective-signs/blog/topic/a-frame-or-standing-signs), [Outdoor or Exterior Signs](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/design-tips-for-effective-signs/blog/topic/outdoor-or-exterior-signs), [Plaques](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/design-tips-for-effective-signs/blog/topic/plaques) ## [Signs Los Angeles | Looking to Buy a Custom Sign?](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/Design-Tips-for-Effective-Signs/blog/bid/52453/Signs-Los-Angeles-Looking-to-Buy-a-Custom-Sign) Posted by [Julie and Chris Ramirez](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/design-tips-for-effective-signs/blog/author/julie-and-chris-ramirez) on Thu, Apr 14, 2011 @ 06:04 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) **Buying a Custom Sign **Every business organization wants to look their best at all times. A great way to do that is with a high quality sign that projects the right image for your business. Many are surprised to find that getting a custom made sign seems easy at first, because there are many [sign shops/manufacturers ](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/)to choose from, only to find that the information required to obtain a quote is confusing. Some of this is due to lack of experience on the part of entrepreneurs as they may have never had a sign made, but the problem can be compacted by sign makers if they are not [experts in the sign industry](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/). Know your options and what will work best for your everyday use. **Custom Sign Options **First you must determine where your sign will be located and the drawing that you want to use to narrow the field of materials and custom options for your sign. The biggest factor is whether the sign will be protected from the elements inside/outside or where it will be exposed to the weather factors. This should be considered for the sign material. The agenda will be the budget for the sign, since the cost will be directly connected to the material used, the number of colors and a custom design is needed. **Inside Custom Signs **Indoor signs are usually much cheaper than their outdoor counterparts because they are in a protected environment. You no longer need to worry about strong winds, rain, snow, animals or vandals. Considerations should be made so that the sign blends with the building design and still captures the attention. Material options include custom interior signs, plastic, aluminum and PVC with variations that are a combination of the above substances, such as Dibond or Aluma-plastic signs. **Outdoor Custom Signs **Outdoor signs face many threats, including weather, animals, vandals and other external factors. The first step to an external sign is to verify the legal restrictions from your city, province and the owner or operator of the property. You may need special permission to hang a new sign or have a certain size, color or material requirement/limitation. Knowing this, before you begin your sign design will be very helpful. If you have any questions or need further information or simply want us to take charge of your project,  please send us an e-mail at [info@signstudiola.com](mailto:info@signstudiola.com) or give us a **call at (818) 843-9200.** [NEED QUOTE](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/quote/) [![Custom Signage Image](http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4096/5608226796_f5f969c3c3.jpg)](http://www.flickr.com/photos/19779715@N04/5608226796/) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/Design-Tips-for-Effective-Signs/blog/bid/52453/Signs-Los-Angeles-Looking-to-Buy-a-Custom-Sign#comments-listing) Topics: [Custom Signs](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/design-tips-for-effective-signs/blog/topic/custom-signs), [Outdoor or Exterior Signs](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/design-tips-for-effective-signs/blog/topic/outdoor-or-exterior-signs), [Indoor or Interior Signs](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/design-tips-for-effective-signs/blog/topic/indoor-or-interior-signs) [All posts](https://www.thesignstudioonline.com/design-tips-for-effective-signs/blog/all) [![The Sign Studio Video Los Angeles](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/36106/51b40736-3436-4a0f-985a-18a991a25bfa.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/36106/51b40736-3436-4a0f-985a-18a991a25bfa) ### Subscribe by Email ### Most Popular Posts ### Posts by Month - 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