FAQs

For many of our customers, the initial project stages are often the hardest to manage as it is difficult knowing what is feasible with regards signage and graphics. It is at this stage they involve us. We will work alongside you on a consultation basis and for larger projects we can attend site surveys to help develop the project through to the final installation.

All our signs are bespoke and based on your requirements. As such costs will vary depending on position, size and material. We are able to produce a sign for most budgets and are happy to make recommendations during the quoting stage based on our experience and will provide a full breakdown of costs.

There are a number of factors we consider when recommending materials including position, size, durability and visual impact. We know what works best and use a variety of materials for manufacturing. We are happy to advise accordingly but a brief explanation is given on our External Signs page .

We do require a vectored version of any artwork (or photographs at a suitable resolution) If you do not have this then we can quote to design a new logo or we can quote to recreate your logo in the format that we need. In order to quote please send your logo in any format (ideally vectroed) and we can take it from there. Once the costs are approved, we offer a full in house design and layout service and will supply a full colour proof for your review.

For larger projects we are happy to carry out site surveys to ensure your new sign meets your expectations. During this process, we will offer advice and recommendations and chat through the options available.

This is dependent on a number of factors, it is up to the client to obtain any permissions required - we are not able to advise on this - if drawings are required then we can quote for this service.

We will generally break down your quotation to offer a supply only and a full supply and installation service. We have an experienced team of qualified installers who are able to carry out both high and low level installations.

Generally, yes. Assuming the existing sign will fit on the new building and is in good condition, we are happy to remove and reinstall your existing signage. There are a number of factors to consider when doing this including (but not limited to): The age and condition of the existing signage, the fixing method currently used, the colours/material of the existing/proposed site and the scale of the building. People often move buildings due to expansion or downsizing. In these instances it is often more successful to design and manufacture the new sign to be in-keeping with the new building. Either way, we are happy to recommend the best course of action and will never recommend a new sign if it is more cost effective to reuse what you already have in place.

This is a good question and one we get asked a lot. The answer depends on what type of sign it is, how old it is and how the graphics have been applied. If it is a relatively new, well-made sign with flat vinyl graphics on it, then there is a good chance we can strip these and reapply your own company branding. If it has any form of 3 dimensional text/logos or any physical fixings in the face, then these will leave holes when we remove them. It is best to Contact Us first and we are happy to recommend the best route forward.

Of course. All our building signage can be lit very easily with industry standard lighting solutions. From overhead illumination to fully integrated LED technology we can enhance your new signage to ensure it is eye-catching and stands you apart from the competition.

We will advise during the quoting process - but some connections will require a qualified electrician, (this will not be included in the quote)

We certainly can. We work alongside a large selection of design agencies who supply us with print ready artwork. For standard items, we have a templates download section to ensure compatibility.

Yes. Once your job has been confirmed with a deposit and we have the information required, we will create an artwork proof for your comments and approval. Only when you are 100% happy with the layout will we begin manufacture/application.

Yes, in fact one of the first questions we will ask when producing a quote is whether you have an existing logo or corporate identity. We are happy to adhere to full branding guideline directories or we can simply recommend the most suitable graphic placement to ensure brand consistency.

We will generally need your logo as a vector based EPS or PDF file. This essentially means there is an edge we can cut to and allows us to enlarge your logo to the size we need without the loss of quality.

If you need a vector logo but don't have one, as long as we have a printed version or a JPEG of your existing logo, we offer a logo recreation service and will email a vector logo to you for future use. We are happy to advise costs on sight of your current logo - but this normally costs arounf £30 + VAT.

Your corporate identity logo is the first impression that your customers will get about your company and we would always recommend this as the starting point for any design work. We offer a full in-house design service to ensure you have an identity that has character and reflects your business. Once the project is completed, this artwork is then yours to own.

Pull up banners are freestanding displays that are held within a sprung loaded roller cassette and come complete with padded carry case. These can then be erected in a matter of seconds to provide a quick and easy display between 850 and 2000mm wide. Pop Up displays are generally termed as being 3x3 or 3x4, straight or curved systems. They consist of a concertina framework that packs into a plastic wheeled transit case and includes magnetic panels for quick and easy erection at your exhibition. They can also include lighting and a case conversion kit.

Yes. We can either supply lightweight graphic panels to mount directly to the walls or recommend a freestanding system for a more adaptable layout.

No. They use different width and height panels and different depth posts. We have dealt with the vast majority of them and are happy to deal directly with the show organisers to ensure we have all the information we need to produce your display.

Yes. We can either supply print for an existing stand or we can work alongside your designers to produce a bespoke stand to compliment your existing branding.

If you have a need for literature stands, shelving systems, counters etc., then just let us know and we can incorporate these into your package.

Yes we do. We can supply custom designed feather flags, tear drop flags and standard flags. These are great for raising your profile and work particularly well at promotional events.

We offer a variety of bases for these including; Ground spikes (for soft ground), Parasol base (for hard standing) and a drive on base (suitable for car showrooms). They all come with a ball bearing system to ensure they are displayed regardless of wind direction.

We can supply single or double sided flags (left or right facing) with single sided flags you will be able to see the reverse of the design on the rear.

No, these are all custom made - you have have them to any size, with hems and eyelets or pole pockets.

No. We can manufacture banners from a couple of feet wide to literally any size! There can be transport and installation problems with very large banners so we will discuss these with you.

As with all our signage, we are happy to offer a full installation service which is recommended if your banner is particularly large or being mounted at a high level. However, all of our banners come with hems and eyelets as standard which makes them very easy for you to install to fences or buildings as a temporary feature. If you would like a quote for installation, just let us know and we are happy to supply a quote.

We can supply pockets top and bottom and all fixings required for suspended banners. This is particularly useful internally and generally used in large foyers, sports halls and atriums. Please contact us if you would like a quote for installation of this option.

Most clients choose to apply graphics to their vehicles using the vehicle colour as the background. This can incorporate details such as logo, information and contact details. Full or partial wraps change the appearance of the vehicle or allow for fantastic images and designs.

All our products are designed to be removable from factory finish paintwork. If there is any damaged paintwork or perhaps repairs that have been completed in the past this may affect how easily the graphic will remove and the condition that the vehicle is left in.

We would always recommend notifying your insurance company if making any changes to your vehicle. If you are changing the complete colour of your vehicle then you do need to inform the DVLA as well as your insurer.

We recommend hand washing your vehicle with a mild detergent and thoroughly drying with a lint free cloth. Please allow 7 days after application to ensure the adhesive is at full stregth. We don't recommend that pressure/jet washers are used as this can pick up the edges of the graphics causing them to fail and we suggest avoiding mechanical car washes for the same reason. Please avoid polishing compounds (T-cut etc). If you had have graphics applied to your rear window we recommend disabling the rear wiper.

With standard graphics its relatively straight forward to strip and replace just one section. If future changes are likely we can usually make allowances at the design stage.

Normally the installation will be completed in a single day, but a complex full wrap may take a little longer. We will try and advise you on the day -  there are rare occasions where a wrap or application will take longer than expected, we can't accept any responsibility for loss of earnings or out of pocket expenses.

Absolutely not! The same process works equally well on buses, boats, trains, planes, fridges... in fact pretty much anything with a smooth clean surface. We have many diverse customers and love unusual projects.

Yes you need to inform the DVLA of a colour change and your insurance company.

Graphics can be safely applied to factory finish paintwork for many years, and removed without damage to the vehicle.

In fact graphics are sometimes added to protect the original finish from stone chips and scratches. On some older vehicles, or vehicles which have been refinished, you may find that on removal of the graphics a faint 'ghost image' is still visible. This is due to the vinyl protecting the underlying paint, whilst the exposed areas are exposed to normal wear and tear, paint oxidation and UV damage. With modern paint technology this is now very rare, but if required the original high gloss finish can be restored with a mild cutting compound such as 'T-cut'.

As the name suggest, this is the process by which we apply a custom printed vinyl to your wall - in vertical or horizontal drop similar to wallpaper. It can take the form of company branding, large format images or promotional literature.

Generally, as long as the current wall is well finished, the printed material can be applied directly over wallpaper or paint. We recommend the painted finish is either gloss or satin to ensure a successful application. Any newly painted walls need to be left for at leaset 2 weeks prior to applications and screw holes or damage will need to be rectified prior to our application.

Depending on air temperature and conditions, we recommend any fresh paint is left to dry for at least 14 days prior to our arrival on site.

Yes in most cases we can. We use a specific material which has an ultra-high bond and is suitable for the naturally uneven surface for brickwork and produces stunning results - the bricks do need to be sealed prior to our application.

Not necessarily. If you have a design ready to go, we are happy to work with this and print from the supplied artwork. Alternatively, we can work with you to create a dynamic and professional display. Any images that are supplied will need to be od a suitable proportion and resolution.

All our materials are designed to be high bond for durability. Due to the nature of painted walls and depending on how well the surface was prepared prior to painting, the graphics may remove some of the paint during removal.

These are the same thing - It is simply a different terminology. They are both the same process of applying vinyl to glass. The vinyl can be an etch effect or a solid vinyl...

The simple answer is yes, we can either profile cut vinyl to leave your logo standing alone on the glass or remove your logo to leave a clear reveal in solid etch. Likewise we can integrate your logo and identity a design to create an eye-catching display.

We can indeed. Either using an element of your logo or a custom design, we can give your office a professional and corporate feel whilst offering as much privacy or feeling of space you require.

Yes. Where you have floor to ceiling glass walls and doors, there are strict requirements for the placement of manifestations to ensure you conform to the Disability Discriminations Act (DDA). We are happy to carry out a full site survey to advise accordingly and recommend the most successful solution.

Yes. We can either apply a full blockout print to the glass to improve privacy or we can print onto a clear or frosted material for a more subtle effect.

Yes. All our films are designed to be high bond for durability, they are fully removable from glass.

We do not specialise in this area - but can supply solar film if required. We use a number of suppliers and are happy to supply specification sheets to allow you to make an informed decision.