The best outdoor signage materials

Signs that are going to be placed outdoors require a lot more consideration when it comes to the materials used. The UK is known for getting a lot of wet and windy weather, so outdoor signs need to be able to stand up to that. Here are some of the best materials to use when manufacturing them.

Aluminium composite material (ACM)

This will make for an ideal choice if the sign is intended to be a permanent one. Aluminium composite material – otherwise known as ACM – is extremely durable. It is hard enough to be able to withstand strong winds, while its rust resistant qualities will ensure that it remains looking good after prolonged exposure to the rain. ACM is also lightweight enough to make transportation and installation easy.

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

This material offers versatility and is equally suitable for long and short-term signage. PVC is most often deployed for promotional banners, rather than traditional signs. This is because it is flexible, not rigid. It will be able to cope with the worst of the British weather, and can be utilised in a number of different ways.

You can have front-lit PVC banners that make for eye-catching temporary promotional tools, or back-lit ones that will stand out in low light areas.

Mesh

Banner signs made in this mesh style will cope easily with strong winds, because the gusts will just go straight through the perforations. This means the material comes under less stress.

If you want your outdoor signage created by the best sign makers in Manchester, call Ainsley Signs today.