Wall & cabinet signs are one of the most common and cost-effective ways to display your business name on a building. Mounted directly to the exterior, these signs provide strong visibility to passing traffic and help guide customers to your location. They’re a practical solution for storefronts, shopping centers, and multi-tenant properties where clear identification is essential.
These signs are typically constructed with an aluminum cabinet and acrylic face, with internal LED illumination that ensures your branding is visible both day and night. Their straightforward design makes them an economical option while still offering reliable performance and long-term durability.
Because wall & cabinet signs are widely used, design plays an important role in how your business is perceived. While this style offers excellent visibility and value, businesses looking for a more custom or dimensional look often explore options like FCO letters or channel letters to create a more distinctive storefront presence.
If you’re looking for a dependable, high-visibility signage solution that balances cost and performance, a wall or cabinet sign is one of the most proven choices for commercial buildings.
Choose the right face style to match your brand, visibility needs, and budget. Each option offers unique advantages in durability, illumination, and overall appearance—helping you create signage that stands out and performs.
Flat faces are made from rigid materials like acrylic or polycarbonate, providing a smooth, durable surface. They offer a clean, straightforward appearance with consistent lighting and are a reliable option for most standard sign applications.
Flex faces use a stretched flexible material over an aluminum frame, making them ideal for larger signage. They provide even illumination across wide areas and are a cost-effective solution for big, impactful displays.
Pan faces are molded, three-dimensional sign faces that add depth and structure to the design. They create a more pronounced, dimensional look and help enhance visibility while maintaining even illumination.
Take your signage to the next level with routed face options. These techniques add dimension, contrast, and eye-catching illumination—perfect for businesses looking to stand out with a more custom, high-end look.
Negative cut lettering is created by routing the letter shapes out of the face and backing them with acrylic. When illuminated, light shines through the acrylic, causing the letters to glow at night while maintaining a clean, flush appearance during the day.
This option offers a sleek, modern look with a subtle but highly effective illumination effect.
Push-thru lettering is similar to negative cut, but uses thicker acrylic that is routed into the exact shape of each letter and extends through the face of the sign. This creates added depth and dimension, while illumination produces a bright face and a subtle halo glow around the edges.
It’s a great option for a more bold, high-end appearance that stands out both day and night.
The cost of a wall or cabinet sign can vary depending on its size, materials, illumination type, and installation requirements. For most projects, a typical wall or cabinet sign falls within the following range:
The ranges above reflect a typical wall or cabinet sign project and are intended to provide a general idea of pricing.
Every project is different—factors like building conditions, size, materials, and installation can impact the final cost. These numbers should be used as guidelines, not exact quotes.
At SignCrafters, we tailor each project to your needs. Reach out for a custom estimate based on your location and goals.
Covers a site visit to verify building conditions, colors, measurements, and electrical access before finalizing your project.
Please Note: This is not a boundary or property survey.
Covers materials and labor required for SignCrafters to fabricate your sign to approved specifications.
Includes removal and disposal of existing signage, whether from a previous tenant or to make way for a new sign installation.
Please Note: SignCrafters does not patch or paint building surfaces unless otherwise agreed upon.
Covers labor and mobilization required for SignCrafters to professionally install your signage.
