We offer the highest in quality in custom sandblasted signs. We have our own inhouse sandblast room and do our blasting in house on all of our standard size signs in order to provide you with the fastest delivery available in the area. We have made 100's of these high quality signs in the last 25 years. We know what works and what fails. When it comes to sandblast signs we are the professionals! We offer a few materials that we can do sandlasting on. The most popular today is the HDU foam signs because they are so versatile. The redwood is very classy and shows the natural woodgrain of the board.. We now can blast on a new material thats completely composite called Extira which is really great for steet signs and such.

	• Will not warp, split or crack • 100% Waterproof • Will not rot or decompose • Chemical Resistant • Made in the USA • Easy to shape and sand • A simulated wood grain can also be blasted into the foam a real wood look.
	For a truly distinctive look and appearance for your business, there is no other sign substrate more attractive than sandblasted redwood.
	Extira is a panel product that resists moisture, rot and termites and offers excellent performance in exterior environments.

HOW SANDBLASTED SIGNS ARE MADE - CORRECTLY

There are many steps taken in the fabrication of custom sandblasted signs. Once you have completed the design process and approved the layout, the fabrication begins. Here is how it is done.

Constructing the Sign Blank
A 'Sign Blank' is the basic shape of a sign before the sandblasting process.

WOODEN SIGNS are made from clear grade lumber. The lumber is treated under extreme conditions to prevent warping and checking. Only a few select boards make it through the intense weather conditions. We use mostly Redwood & Cedar.

HDU FOAM SIGNS are fabricated from open celled high density urethane (HDU). HDU SignFoam III is extremely versatile. For projects that require a wood texture, we offer a simulated wood grain that is predictable and realistic. Keep in mind that many textures and finishes can be reproduced in SignFoam III.

Masking the Sign Blank
The dimensional effect in sandblasted signs is created by blasting a sign blank covered by a rubber mask. A rubber mask is cut from the digital design. The sections of the sign which are to be sandblasted are removed from the mask, protecting the raised areas and exposing the areas to be sandblasted.

The Sandblasting Process
Sandblasting is an art form of its own. Cool, dry air is collected in a tank of sand at extreme pressure. The air and sand mixture is then forced through a ceramic nozzle, stripping away everything in its path.

The rubber mask protects areas of the sign blank by not permitting exposure to the blast mixture, which simply bounces off. The exposed areas are eaten away, leaving beautiful natural patterns in wood, and sand textured surfaces in foam. After sandblasting the sign blank, it is cleaned and prepared for the priming and finishing processes.

Priming the Blasted Sign Blank
Blasted sign blanks are primed according to their application. All sign applications have different finishing requirements. To ensure years of use, each of our products is treated accordingly. Raw sandblasted signs are rough and require several coats of primer to create a proper seal. Each layer is applied thin, allowed to dry, and sanded smooth. This process builds up a layer of primer that creates a strong barrier against weather elements.

Keep in mind that not all signs need to be primed. Natural wooden signs are beautiful and rich in detail. We offer a variety of natural finishes and stains.

Commercial Finishes
Proper signage is an investment that should last. We realize the finishing stage is crucial in producing a sign that is maintenance free and will endure years of use. In addition to commercial grade enamels, we also have a wide variety of stains and clear coats.