- PERPENDICULAR VISIBILITY
- FREE 48-HR MOCKUP
- WORLDWIDE
CUSTOM BLADE & PROJECTING BUSINESS SIGNS
The sign pedestrians can't miss — even when walking parallel to your storefront. Blade and projecting signs mount perpendicular to your building, creating instant visibility from both directions along any street or corridor. Factory-direct. Shipped worldwide.
- 15-Day Fabrication
- 2-Year Warranty
- Ships Worldwide
- No Middleman
Built for Small Business
We understand tight budgets and fast deadlines. Our process is designed around how SMBs actually work — not how big agencies do.
Real People, Fast Answers
No automated queues. When you reach out, a real signage expert responds — typically within a few hours, not days.
See It Before You Buy It
Your free 3D mockup shows exactly how your sign looks on your building. No surprises. No commitment until you're confident.
Wherever You Are
Factory-direct manufacturing, shipped worldwide. Whether you're in Dallas or Dubai, you get the same quality, same process, same care.
What You're Getting
What Are Blade & Projecting Signs?
The pedestrian-traffic sign — capturing customers walking along your street, not just the ones facing your door.
Custom blade and projecting signs mount perpendicular to the building facade, extending outward over the pavement or walkway. This orientation makes them visible to pedestrians and drivers approaching from either direction — unlike flat fascia signs that can only be read head-on. They are the primary signage type in dense urban retail districts, city-center shopping streets, and any high-foot-traffic environment.
UrbanSign Works manufactures blade signs in illuminated and non-illuminated configurations using commercial-grade aluminum frames, acrylic or dibond infill panels, and optional LED edge or internal lighting. Every sign is engineered for your specific mounting context and shipped anywhere in the world with a 2-year warranty.
| Factor | Local Shop / Franchise | UrbanSign Works |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing Model | Broker markup 40–60% | ✓ Factory-direct cost |
| Free 3D Mockup | Often charged separately | ✓ Always free, 48 hours |
| Fabrication Time | 3–6 weeks typical | ✓ 15 days from approval |
| Material Grade | Varies by subcontractor | ✓ Commercial-grade only |
| Warranty | 1 year (if any) | ✓ 2-year full warranty |
| Delivery | Local area only | ✓ Ships worldwide, fully insured |
Choose Your Style
Find the Right Option for Your Business
Not sure which type fits your brand, your space, or your budget? Tell us about your business and we'll recommend the perfect option — for free, with no commitment.
MOST POPULAR
LED-Illuminated Blade Signs
Double-sided blade signs with integrated LED illumination — internally lit through the face panel or edge-lit around the frame perimeter. Maximum visibility day and night from both directions of pedestrian travel.
Best for : Bars & Restaurants, Boutique Retail, City-Center Shops, Hotels
CLEAN & CLASSIC
Non-Illuminated Projecting Signs
Clean, non-lit blade signs in brushed aluminum, powder-coated steel, or acrylic face panels — ideal for environments with strong ambient lighting or historic districts with illumination restrictions.
BEST FOR: Historic Districts, Professional Offices, Boutiques, Clinics
PREMIUM FRAME
Custom-Frame Decorative Blade Signs
Blade signs with decorative custom-shaped frames — circular, oval, shield, or fully bespoke profiles. The highest-impact option for brands that want their sign shape to be part of the brand identity itself.
BEST FOR: Premium Hospitality, Boutique Retail, Heritage Brands, Signature Locations
HANGING
Hanging Bracket Blade Signs
Blade signs suspended from a decorative iron or aluminum bracket — the classic pub, café, and boutique retail aesthetic. Creates an approachable, artisan brand character instantly recognizable on a busy street.
BEST FOR: Pubs & Bars, Cafés, Artisan Retail, Boutique Hotels
Choose Your Style
Find the Right Option for Your Business
Not sure which type fits your brand, your space, or your budget? Tell us about your business and we'll recommend the perfect option — for free, with no commitment.
MOST POPULAR
LED-Illuminated Blade Signs
Double-sided blade signs with integrated LED illumination — internally lit through the face panel or edge-lit around the frame perimeter. Maximum visibility day and night from both directions of pedestrian travel.
Best for : Bars & Restaurants, Boutique Retail, City-Center Shops, Hotels
CLEAN & CLASSIC
Non-Illuminated Projecting Signs
Clean, non-lit blade signs in brushed aluminum, powder-coated steel, or acrylic face panels — ideal for environments with strong ambient lighting or historic districts with illumination restrictions.
BEST FOR: Historic Districts, Professional Offices, Boutiques, Clinics
PREMIUM FRAME
Custom-Frame Decorative Blade Signs
Blade signs with decorative custom-shaped frames — circular, oval, shield, or fully bespoke profiles. The highest-impact option for brands that want their sign shape to be part of the brand identity itself.
BEST FOR: Premium Hospitality, Boutique Retail, Heritage Brands, Signature Locations
HANGING
Hanging Bracket Blade Signs
Blade signs suspended from a decorative iron or aluminum bracket — the classic pub, café, and boutique retail aesthetic. Creates an approachable, artisan brand character instantly recognizable on a busy street.
BEST FOR: Pubs & Bars, Cafés, Artisan Retail, Boutique Hotels
Engineering Standard
Commercial-Grade Materials.
Built to Last, Worldwide.
Every component we specify is commercial-grade — engineered for real-world conditions across every climate, from desert heat to coastal humidity. We don't cut corners. Your sign represents your business 24 hours a day.
360°
Pedestrian visibility angle
IP65
Exterior weather rating
50K+
LED hours (illuminated)
2YR
Manufacturing warranty
48HR
Mockup delivery
GLOBAL
Worldwide shipping
Every sign we ship is built to this commercial standard. Get your free 3D mockup and see the quality for yourself.
How It Works
From Brief to Your Door
A Process Built for Busy Business Owners
No complicated back-and-forth. No waiting weeks for a basic update. We've built the most streamlined custom sign process in the industry — so you can focus on running your business, not managing a supplier.
Submit Your Brief
Tell us your sign type, dimensions, business name, and send your logo. Takes 3 minutes. Our team reviews immediately.
Free 3D Mockup Delivered
A photorealistic 3D rendering of your sign on your actual building — delivered to your inbox, completely free.
You Approve the Design
Review, request any revisions, then confirm. Nothing enters fabrication until you're 100% satisfied and sign off.
Factory Fabrication
Your sign is precision-manufactured using commercial-grade materials with rigorous quality checks at every stage of production.
Insured Worldwide Delivery
Professionally packaged and shipped via insured freight to your location — anywhere in the world. Worldwide shipping available on request.
Use Cases
The Styles We Build
Ready for Your Brand
We're in our launch phase and growing fast. These are the exact sign styles we manufacture and deliver worldwide.
As a factory-direct manufacturer in our growth phase, every order receives hands-on attention from our senior design and production team — not a template workflow. Request your free 3D mockup and see photorealistic renderings of your exact sign on your exact building, delivered within 48 hours. There's no smarter way to evaluate a sign company than seeing your sign before you pay a single dollar.
Global Reach
We Ship & Coordinate Worldwide
Factory-direct manufacturing in the United States — shipped via insured freight to businesses in every major market globally. Worldwide shipping through vetted local partners wherever you need us.
US
United States
All 50 states · 15 days delivery
GB
United Kingdom
England, Scotland, Wales · Quote-based
AE
Middle East
UAE, Saudi Arabia & region · Quote-based
APAC
Asia Pacific
Australia, Singapore & more · Quote-based
CA
Canada
All provinces · Fast cross-border
RoW
Everywhere Else
Contact us — we've shipped it
50
US STATES SERVED
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COUNTRIES WE SHIP TO
48H
MOCKUP TURNAROUND
International shipping costs and exact delivery timelines are confirmed at quote stage based on your location. All international shipments are fully insured. Customs documentation and commercial invoicing included with every international order.
Get a Global Shipping Quote →
Who We Build For
Your Industry.
Your Signage Needs. Understood.
Every type of business has different visibility challenges, brand expectations, and budget realities. We know signage across all of them — and we'll recommend exactly what works for your situation.
Bars & Restaurants
The classic hanging blade sign creates instant kerb appeal for pubs, bars, and restaurants — telling your story from 50 metres before customers reach your door.
→ Hanging bracket or illuminated blade
Boutique Retail
Blade signs capture the pedestrian traffic that walks past without looking at fascia signs — extending your visibility to shoppers approaching from both directions.
→ Custom-frame or LED-illuminated blade
Hotels & Hospitality
From grand hotel entrance signs to boutique guesthouse blades, projecting signs orient arriving guests and attract passing trade simultaneously.
→ Illuminated or decorative frame blade
Medical & Clinics
Non-illuminated blade signs in professional finishes identify medical practices and clinics clearly from the pavement — without overwhelming the clinical environment.
→ Non-illuminated projecting sign
Artisan & Creative
Custom-shaped or hanging bracket blade signs create the artisan, independent brand character that distinguishes creative businesses from corporate chains.
→ Hanging bracket or shaped frame blade
Commercial Properties
Directory blade signs and projecting identification signs for multi-unit commercial buildings, ensuring every tenant is visible from the street.
→ Commercial bracket projecting signs
Transparent Pricing
What Does It Cost?
Let's Be Honest About That.
Most sign companies hide pricing until they've got you on the phone. We don't. Here's a realistic starting point — and every single factor that moves the number.
Starting from
$350
Custom blade and projecting sign projects start from this investment. Final pricing depends on blade dimensions, frame type, illumination, graphic complexity, and mounting hardware. Every quote is fully itemized.
- Blade size and overall dimensions
- Illuminated or non-illuminated configuration
- Mounting bracket type and wall material
- Frame style (standard, decorative, custom-shaped)
- Face panel material and graphic complexity
- Quantity discounts for multi-location orders
Factory-direct promise: Because we manufacture directly, our pricing consistently beats comparable franchise or broker quotes. If you have a competing quote, share it with us. We'll show you what factory-direct pricing looks like for your exact project — transparently, without pressure.
Common Questions
Everything You Need to
Know Before You Buy
We've answered every question a business owner typically asks before ordering a custom sign. If yours isn't here — call or email us. Real answers from real people, same day.
Custom blade and projecting signs start from $350, with most projects in the $350–$1,800 range depending on dimensions, frame style, illumination, and graphic complexity. Factory-direct manufacturing keeps pricing transparent and competitive.
Blade signs and projecting signs refer to the same sign type — a sign mounted perpendicular to a building facade, extending outward over the pavement to be readable from both directions. The terms are interchangeable, though ‘blade’ tends to refer to thinner, more modern designs, while ‘projecting’ covers all perpendicular-mount signs.
Yes. All UrbanSign Works blade signs are double-sided — displaying your brand graphic or message on both faces, visible from pedestrian traffic approaching from either direction.
In most countries and municipalities, projecting signs require planning or permit approval, particularly in conservation areas or historic districts. UrbanSign Works provides engineering documentation and technical drawings to support your permit application.
15 business days from design approval. Your free 3D mockup is delivered within 48 hours of submitting your brief.
Yes — we ship blade signs to businesses worldwide. All signs are custom-packaged to prevent transit damage. International shipping costs and timelines are confirmed at quote stage.
Complete Your Signage
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YOUR SIGN.YOUR BRAND.OUR CRAFT.
Get a photorealistic 3D mockup of your custom blade & projecting signs — placed on your actual building — delivered within 48 hours. Free, no commitment, no pressure. This is how confident we are in what we build.
- Free Mockup in 48 Hours
- No Commitment Required
- Factory-Direct Pricing
- Ships Worldwide
- 2-Year Warranty
