Gelbach Designs Inc.

Sign making technique 101

Recently we completed a new sign for the Bird Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, in Ballantyne. The technique we use to create the natural light drop shadow on these signs is not as simple as photoshop, and we think these signs benefit greatly from it.

Here’s what we do: Print the graphic on clear pressure sensitive vinyl. We place this on one side of 1/8″ acrylic, and then put a sand textured matte overlaminate on top of the clear. For the last step, we place white vinyl on the other side of the acrylic.

This creates a look that makes our signs stand out against our competitors.

I should note: the spiders and their webs are Halloween decorations.

Clear material - translucent prints

Tags: drop shadows, sign, sign shop, signage