A pen drawing on paper which is created with an xy plotter. We use these paper patterns to accurately install letters by hand. We use these when we are installing dimensional letters and logos on interior walls. Below are a couple of interesting articles which explain the paper pattern installation process with some detailed photos to […]

Varnish Overview Varnish is a transparent, hard, protective finish or film that is primarily used in wood finishing but also for other materials. Varnish is traditionally a combination of a drying oil, a resin, and a thinner or solvent. Varnish finishes are usually glossy but may be designed to produce satin or semi-gloss sheens by the addition of “flatting” agents. Varnish has little or no color, is […]

Pouncing is an art technique used for transferring an image from one surface to another. It is similar to tracing, and is useful for creating copies of a sketch outline to produce finished works.A pounce wheel, also known as a tracing wheel. Pouncing has been a common technique for centuries, used to create copies of portraits […]

What is high-density urethane signs? High–Density Urethane is a strong, naturally waterproof sign material made for creating dimensional signs. HDU signs have a carved look, can feature smooth or textured backgrounds, and are available in a couple different thicknesses. What exactly is HDU? High-Density-Urethane (HDU) is a rigid, “closed-cell” material. It is impervious to all […]

Gold leaf is gold that has been hammered into extremely thin sheets and is often used for gilding. In the sign making industry gold leaf is used to finish carved letters. It can also be used on glass, this technique is knows as glass gilding. Gold leaf is available in a wide variety of karats […]