The cut method determines edge smoothness. The finish determines how the sign looks in 5 years. Material quality speaks loudest on non-illuminated signage.
2mm aluminium, plasma cut — rough edge visible close-up and in raking light. 1-coat spray enamel. Adhesive foam tape. Non-illuminated.
3mm aluminium, CNC waterjet — clean, precise, smooth edge. Powder coat 15yr outdoor rated. SS304 threaded stud. Non-illuminated.
3mm SS304 or 5mm aluminium. Waterjet + 45° chamfer + edge polish — jewellery-like edge quality. Anodised / brushed / UV lacquer. SS316 concealed stud + template. Edge-lit LED option available.
| Spec | Essential | Premium ★ | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Film | 2mm aluminium | 3mm aluminium | 3mm SS304 or 5mm aluminium |
| Cut Method | Plasma — rough edge | CNC waterjet — clean | Waterjet + 45° chamfer + polish |
| Finish | 1-coat spray enamel | Powder coat 15yr outdoor | Anodised / brushed / UV lacquer |
| Mounting | Adhesive tape | SS304 stud | SS316 concealed + template |
| Lighting | None | None | Edge-lit LED option |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2-year NBCare™ | 2-year NBCare™ |
Plasma: rough, oxidised edge. Waterjet: perfectly clean, smooth, no heat distortion. Visible difference side-by-side.
Precision bevel on top edge, then polished. Catches light. Jewellery-like quality impossible with plasma or basic waterjet.
Enamel: basic, thin. Powder coat: electrostatically baked, 15+ year outdoor rating. Far more durable.
Essential/Premium: no. Elite: edge-lit LED option — LED strip behind creates a subtle glow without a lightbox.
Aluminium: lighter, powder coat. SS304: brushed natural metal finishes. SS316: coastal locations within 5km of ocean.
2mm: thin. 3mm: standard, more shadow. 5mm: maximum depth — architectural large-format.
Yes. All signs are custom made and shipped tracked to any address in Australia — Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and regional areas. Signs are packed flat with protective backing to prevent damage during transit.
Essential: spray enamel. Premium: powder coat RAL. Elite: anodised, brushed SS, UV lacquer.
Tell us the text, letter height, material, and suburb — we recommend the right cut method, finish, and mounting.
