Other materials commonly used for lettering include metal, wood, plastic, and foamcore. Lettering can also be engraved. While once quite prevalent, paint is now much less common as a lettering medium. Buyers also have the choice of many substrates, which serve as the backing for the lettering. Materials used for backing include plastic, paper, cloth, vinyl, wood, foamcore, glass, and aluminum.
Mixed substrates are also available.
Since sign materials come in varying levels of quality, you should inquire about their durability when comparing quotes. Accompanying warranties for the materials can also serve as a good proxy for quality. Designing Signs Buyers need to consider a number of factors to create effective, long-lasting signs. First, think about the distance the average viewer will be from the sign. In addition, factors such as as sign height, lighting, and time of day can affect how easily the sign can be viewed.