Metal address signs

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By stevewong

Metal address signs are a great addition to your contemporary modern home.  Some of the more popular materials for house number signs include stainless steel, brushed aluminum, brushed nickel, copper, and wrought iron.

If you are looking for a unique blend, you can also install modern looking signs on older buildings for a nice contrast.  For example, log cabins can be complemented very well with metal.  This is typically done by custom sign manufacturers. 

Metal address plaques are also very popular on commercial buildings (such as for architectural firms and office parks).  There are many different options available for house number signs made of metal.  You can purchase screw on house numbers from Home Depot and Lowes.  If you are looking for something unique, you may want to search online.  Having your house number and street name engraved is a great way to stand out from your neighbors.

Metal address plaques can be routed, or laser annealed (engraved) depending on the complexity of your design.  If you are looking for a backlight sign, keep in mind that you will also have to make electrical modifications.  Back light signs are usually metal of routed metal, which has a Plexiglas backing.  The internal box usually has light fluorescent or LED tubes.  Led backlight signs will consume much less electricity and require less maintenance compared to using fluorescent bulbs.  You can operate light metal signs with a solar trigger or a regular timer device.

Metal house number signs are also very durable, as they are resistant to fading from the sunlight.  You can easily wipe and polish the surface if you want to maintain the original shine and luster.  This project can be done by the homeowner with a few basic tools (as long as the sign is not backlit).  If you want to have a lit sign, you can also choose to light it with landscape lights.  This may be simpler than running power to your sign location, as you can choose solar power LEDs as an option. 

Metal address sign regulations

Before you decide on changing your home sign, you may want to check and verify that there aren’t any regulations which prohibit the changing of your house numbers. Custom house numbers may not be allowed if you reside in a Condominium, where there may be strict HOA rules. In such cases, you will need to apply for a sign variance, because you are allowed to modify the exterior of your home.

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