Neon signs are a form of light art used in decoration and advertising. They have emerged as one of the most popular forms of sign-making in recent years. Neon lighting is featured prominently in modern cities with nightlife and partying scenes such as Las Vegas and New York City. Customers at gas stations, convenience stores, restaurants, nightclubs, or any business where customers frequent often enjoy watching neon signs flashing on the side of these businesses while they wait for their purchase to be completed. Making neon signs is relatively inexpensive with many of the parts available at a hardware store. However, some items are not sold at normal hardware stores including the wire that is used in making neon lights. Neon lights are usually sold in kits, which include neon lights, connecting wires, and wiring accessories. The prices of these kits can vary from around US$50 to US$60. Custom kits can cost around US$350 to $1,000 or more depending on what exactly you need to make your neon sign. To make a neon light, you need a transformer that converts 120V/15A AC power to low-voltage DC. The transformer transfers the low-voltage DC power to the neon gas when it is required. Ballast is used to regulate the current and voltage of the transformer. The wires in neon signs are usually made from copper and are thin, flexible, and very long. The easiest way to connect wires in a sign is to solder them together. You must have a soldering iron for the purpose. If you are making a small-sized neon sign, then you can use plastic connectors to hold the wires together. You can buy pre-made neon signs but if you want to make your own, it is better to watch a video on how to make one or read an article on how to make neon signs. You can learn how to join the wires by using wire nuts or cable ties. Connecting the wires is the most important step. Aside from the materials and equipment, you also need to get a brief tutorial on how to make neon signs. Follow all the instructions carefully in terms of instructions and visuals. Neon signs that are easy to make are usually cheaper than ones with pre-made parts. These homemade neon signs can begin as small as 2 feet and then increase depending on what you want your sign for, for example, a neon sign that lights up after someone drives up to it. You can also make a neon sign that hangs from your ceiling or signs that transport you around with you. As you pick materials, make sure to use the right ones as this will help you in the end and save time. Through learning how to make neon signs, you can learn how to wire a light bulb, which will open up many other possibilities. To do the actual work of making neon signs, you will need only a few tools such as a soldering iron and scissors. Once you have all the materials and tools ready, here is how to make neon signs: 1. Make sure that your transformer is working fine before you start making your neon sign so that you do not cause unnecessary problems. If your transformer suddenly stopped working, check its part to make sure it is not broken. You should also test the USB port of the transformer to see if it works fine. 2. Cut the bare ends of all wires. You can also provide enough length for the wires to reach the transformer. Use a pair of scissors for this purpose if you do not have wire cutters. 3. Use cable ties or plastic connectors to hold the wires in place and make sure they are neat. You should also solder all soldered parts to make them more durable and strong when you are making neon signs. 4. Connect the wires with the transformer using a plug. Make sure that you do not exceed the capacity of your AC adapter (around 1,000 milliamps). 5. In making neon signs, you can also use a USB port to power your neon sign instead of using an AC adapter. The USB port will be used for powering the transformer and regulating its speed. 6. Connect the wires of your neon sign to the transformer. Make sure that you use heat shrink tubing or electrical tape to protect your connections from the heat of the soldering iron. 7. Test if everything is working properly by plugging in your transformer and switching it on. You can start making your neon sign and plug in other electrical devices such as a light bulb at the end of your first sign to make it brighter. However, do not plug in too many electrical devices as this can burn out and damage your transformer. 8. Continue making more neon signs according to the instructions and understand how to wire a light bulb. 9. Clean up the soldering iron and parts after making your neon signs. You can use wire cutters for this purpose if you do not have any soldering iron. Also, make sure that nothing is damaged by burning or touching hot metal parts. 10. Attach the wires to the light bulb. The light bulb should be turned off when you attach the wires to it. After the wires are attached, turn on your neon sign and see if everything works properly without any additional problems. 11. You can also add your logo or brand name on your neon signs using vinyl markers or stickers that can be easily removed from their surface later on as you make neon signs. 12. Make sure to clean the area where you make your neon signs. You should keep your wires, soldering iron,n, and other tools in one place to prevent contamination and ruin of your equipment and light bulbs. 13. If you want to make a lighted neon sign, then you need a small light bulb and a few more additional parts like colored glass tubes, metal rods, metal plates, or wires to add accents to your neon sign. 14. Connect the wires in your lighted neon sign to a battery so that it will function properly. You can use this light bulb as your battery if you do not have one. 15. If you want to make a period neon sign, then you should follow these steps: a) Connect the metal strips between the metal plates of your neon sign with screws. Make sure that they are tightly connected and do not touch each other or else it can cause a short circuit and turn off your neon sign. b) Attach the PVC or plastic pipes that can be found in hardware stores over the metal strips. You will have to provide an additional length of wire. This will provide electricity, making your neon sign work. c) Connect these pipes and wires to your transformer using a plug and socket. The wet connections of these wires should be protected with heat shrink tubing or electrical tape to prevent damage during soldering and increased the lifespan of your neon sign. d) Before you start creating your neon sign, you should verify that it works properly by connecting a light bulb to it. You can also plug in your other electrical devices including your computer, mobile phone,e, and other electronic devices. Make sure that the transformer is working well before you assemble the parts to form a neon sign. e) To protect these wires from damage or corrosion when making neon signs, use heat shrink tubing and electrical tape for soldering them together. f) You can also make a neon sign that hangs from the ceiling and uses an AC adapter if you have one. 16. If you want to make a neon sign that transports around, then you should follow these steps: a) Use a small styrofoam block or plastic to insulate your power cord and convert it into a flexible wire. Make sure that you do not exceed the capacity of your AC adapter (around 1,000 milliamps) because it will burn out and damage your transformer. b) You should also use a cord cover to protect your power cord or the flexible wire from damage and other problems. This is essential because your neon sign will be transported around with it. If your transformer has a short circuit, then you need to check the wiring inside. c) Make sure that you have added enough length to this wire because it will allow you to avoid damaging your neon sign and allow you sufficient distance between the transformers and other electrical devices as possible so that they won’t get damaged. d) Make sure that you can modify your neon sign as needed. For example, you can add a switch to turn it off if needed. e) You should also use a transformer and a converter if you need to plug in your neon sign to an outlet at an inconvenient place. Remember to follow the instructions on the converter regarding its use and make sure it matches the capacity of your AC adapter (around 1,000 milliamps). 17. To make an outdoor neon sign, you should follow these steps: a) Connect your transformer to the power source that is necessary for making your outdoor neon sign. This will be the main power source and should be as close to the transformer as possible. b) Connect your cables to a battery so that this will provide electricity for your neon sign. Make sure that the wires are protected with heat shrink tubing or electrical tape. c) Connect a light bulb to your battery and turn it on. Make sure that you are using a light bulb that is compatible with your transformer and transformer voltage level. Make sure to also consult the instructions provided in this guide. d) Hook up your neon sign by placing it on top of all your other electrical devices (except for any transformer and battery). Make sure that the wires are not touching each other and are well-protected with heat shrink tubing or electrical tape. 18. For outdoor neon signs, you might want to consider using these tips: a) Space your neon sign so that it does not block any light from entering your home or from other people’s homes. Try to make use of the space beside your transformer and any extension cords as much as possible. This will help you transport your neon sign without blocking the light coming from other houses or areas around you. b) Use heat shrink tubing or electrical tape for wrapping your wires for outdoor neon signage. This will prevent the wires from coming into contact with each other and causing a short circuit. c) Try to keep your transformer on a table whenever you do not need it, such as when your neon sign is not in operation. d) Do not use a metal box for making your neon signs because it can interfere with the electrical signals of your power source and cause unexpected damage to the lamps. 19. To make a themed neon sign, you should follow these steps: a) Buy all the neon lights, springs, and other related parts needed for creating your themed neon sign. b) For creating a themed geocache, you will need to buy new neon signs that look just like someone hiding in a box or inside of a treasure chest. These are usually called geocache signs. Make sure that they have the correct colors and besides this, you will have to follow the instructions provided in the package. c) You should also use varnish or paint for improving the appearance of your neon sign. Use a gloss varnish or paint if you want to make it look as real as possible. d) If desired, you can also create a themed geocache with electronic components. Take advantage of the electronic components that you have available in your household and follow the instructions provided in this guide. e) Create the box for your themed neon sign by using cardboard, wood pieces, and whatever other materials you want. These boxes should be lightweight and durable. Make sure that they can handle the weight of your neon sign. f) You should also use a box that is sturdy enough to hold your neon sign. You can also use an old wooden shoebox or a plastic container if they are light enough, but don’t use a hollow container as this will not work well. g) You can also use a board to secure the various elements of your themed geocache. Make sure that this is not too heavy so that you can carry it easily. 20. If you want to make an electronic sign for a business, you should follow these steps: a) Make sure that the business is compatible with neon signs and has power sources inside to power your neon sign. b) If you want to leave your neon sign on for a long time, then you need to buy the right transformer. Make sure that your neon sign can handle it and follow the instructions provided in this guide. c) You should also use a converter if necessary, but make sure that your neon sign is compatible with it. Follow the instructions in this guide to learn how to use it properly. d) If you want to make a neon sign for a business, you can also use electronic components. You will also need to use the magic of technology to create a small electronic device that has an LED screen and a small magnetic reed switch. This is called a transistor and you can easily find it at an electronics store. 21. For making a waterproof neon sign, you will need to follow these steps: a) Buy the right neon signs and related parts. These include all types of lights, wires,s, and other related parts. b) You will also have to check if your neon sign is compatible with the waterproof transformer that you purchased. If so, then simply put it in water and let it sit there until it cools down. This will make your neon sign waterproof. c) You should also use waterproof tape to cover all wires inside your sign. This is because the water and other liquids can damage the wires and cause them to short circuit. Check out this video if you want to know more about how this process works: https://youtu.be/sHsFtEDsCg8 d) If you want to make your existing neon sign waterproof, then you need to follow these steps: i) You should clean your neon sign with an alcohol solution. This will clean the surfaces and ensure that they are free of all dirt and other substances. ii) You will have to make sure that the humidity in the area where your neon sign is located is low. Low humidity can cause rust and other corrosion on your sign. iii) You need to then take a big bowl and fill it with warm water. This will make the surface of your sign wet. iv) You should also make sure that you do not put too much water inside the bowl because this can cause the bowl to float since it is not wet enough yet. Wait for at least an hour before taking the bowl out of the water. v) Remove the neon sign from the bowl and use a towel to dry it. Make sure that you remove all the water that might be inside your neon sign. vi) If your sign is already made with non-corrosive materials, then you should just leave it outside in the sun for a few hours. This will make your sign waterproof. More details on this can be found at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neon_sign#Dangers. 22. To make sure that your neon signs do not get damaged easily, you should follow these steps: a) You should always wear gloves when handling neon signs so that you can avoid getting fingers caught in them. If you want your fingers to stay intact, then make sure that you hold the sign with one hand and hang it with the other hand. This will make your work easy. b) If you don’t have any gloves available, then you should at least wear clothing that can protect your arms and hands from getting exposed to the heat. Make sure that your clothing does not catch fire though. c) You should also cover all other parts of your body with thick clothes when handling neon signs. This will help in protecting you from accidental injuries caused by glass pieces or hot wires inside the sign. d) Make sure that you do not cut or poke your body while handling the sign. This is because you will end up getting cuts and wounds if you do so. e) You should also be careful when handling a fragile neon sign. Take it down with care and avoid dropping it on the ground by accident. If this happens, then take out the broken pieces carefully and follow the instructions provided in this guide to fix your neon sign again. f) If your neon sign is inside a building, then you should make sure that you hang it in a place where wind and water cannot reach it. g) Avoid hanging your neon sign outside if there are tall trees nearby. This is because the branches of these trees might break your sign at some point or another. You can also use ropes to hang the sign from high points that have walls so that the wind cannot get to you easily. h) You should also avoid hanging your neon sign from clotheslines. This is because the clothespins might come out of the clothesline and hit you or your signature. You can also use hooks so that it does not fall easily. i) Make sure that you place your neon sign on a dry surface so that it does not get wet. This will make sure that it stays in good condition for a long time. j) Whenever you change the light tubes in your neon sign, you should make sure that you remove the old tubes carefully. You can then throw them away or recycle them if possible. k) If your neon sign is dangling from the ground, then make sure that it is hanged on sturdy hooks. This will ensure that it does not break at any time and can stay in one place for a long time. 23. To make sure that your neon sign is safe and reliable, you should follow these simple steps: a) You should also check if the screw inside your sign is fixed tightly. If it is not, then you will have to put a screwdriver through your sign to fix it. b) If your neon sign is made of glass, then you need to make sure that it does not get damaged by water. To do this, you will have to use special rubber gloves that you can purchase at an electronics store. c) You should also make sure that your neon sign does not get damaged by electricity. To do this, you need to follow these steps: i) Before installing the wire in your neon sign, make sure that the area where it will be installed is dry. Wires cause a lot of fires if they are wet when they are installed inside a neon sign. ii) You should then use a voltage tester to make sure that the wires are not live. If they are living, then you need to fix the setup of your sign. iii) You should also make sure that your wires do not get affected by heat. To check this, you can use a resistance tester to see whether or not there is any heat around the area where it passes through the wall. iv) Make sure that your neon sign does not get damaged by hard objects. If you feel that something will break it or scratch it, then make sure that you fix the object instead. v) If necessary, you should also use a brush to clean the surface where the wires are embedded on. This will make sure that they do not get damaged over time. d) You should also make sure that your neon sign does not get scratched by sharp objects like twig nails or nails of any kind. If this happens, then you need to soak your sign in warm water before fixing it in place again. 24. To make sure that your neon sign is safe when you install it in your house, you should follow these steps: a) Make sure that you do not start working on your sign in a place where it can get damaged easily. If there are pets around, then make sure that they do not chew the wires inside your sign. You can also place a cloth outside the area where you are installing the sign to protect it from getting wet or dirty. b) If possible, you should not install the neon sign in your house unless you are sure that it will stay in place. This is because it may get damaged over time. c) You should also make sure that you do not install your sign inside any high places. This is because the wires might get damaged by water if they are hanging near there. d) Make sure that your wires do not get caught in any sharp objects like nails or knives. You can also use the tips that were provided to you in the previous steps to fix your neon sign again. e) If you are working on a fragile sign, then make sure that you handle it with care and install it carefully. If necessary, you can use some protective gloves during this process so that you don’t damage the sign with your fingers. 25. To make sure that your neon sign is safe after fixing it, you should follow these steps: a) Make sure that you check your sign regularly to see if there are any spots where it is damaged. If this happens, then you will have to fix the sign again. b) You should also get into the habit of testing your neon sign repeatedly to make sure that it works properly all the time. To do this, you will have to test the various parts of your sign over some time. c) If your sign is likely to get wet, then you need to make sure that you use a voltage tester on it. This will help you to see if the sign is live or not. If it is alive, then you will have to fix the wiring or burn out the neon tubes to keep your sign in good shape. d) You should also make sure that your wires are not damaged by sunlight. For this, you need to cover them with some cloth while they pass through the windows in your house. You will have to do this every time you are working on your neon sign. e) You should also use a brush to clean any rust off your sign. If necessary, you can use some nail polish so that it smells nice and stays in good shape for a long time. 26. To make sure that your neon sign is safe and lasts for a long time, you should follow these steps: a) You need to treat your neon sign with care so that it does not get damaged. If there are any sharp or sharp objects near, then make sure that you put them away from them. This will make sure that the signs remain in good condition for an extended period. b) You should also make sure that you work on your neon sign in a dry area. This is because water can cause corrosion to it and the tubes will not glow if this happens. c) You should also make sure that you get rid of any debris or dirt around your sign before working on it. This will avoid any scratches or marks that might affect the appearance of your sign. d) You should also make sure that you never work on your sign with gloves on. This is because the gloves can catch in the wires and this might damage them. If you don’t want to take any chances, then you can use some rubber gloves instead. e) You should also check if there are any metal parts around your sign that might get damaged by rust. For example; screws, nuts, and metal caps. If necessary, you can either use a rust remover or some lubricant to make sure that the items stay in good shape. f) You should also make sure that your sign is not close to any window. If this happens, then the sunlight may destroy its wiring and affect its appearance over time. g) Make sure that your neon sign does not have any insects or pests around it. This will help you to get rid of pest problems later on. For example; bugs, mice, and other animals if necessary. h) Make sure that your sign is not exposed to heat or direct sunlight. This can cause the plastic to deform or melt. If this happens, then you will have to fix your sign again. i) To make sure that your sign does not get exposed to moisture, make sure that you keep it in a dry area. For example; a shed, carport, or garage. If possible, you should also keep it away from rain and snow to avoid getting wet.