How Our Custom Street Signs Are Made: From Idea to Reality

At Signz, every sign we create is more than just a product — it’s a piece of home. Whether it’s the street you grew up on, your favorite city, or a place full of memories, we take pride in turning that idea into something real you can hold, display, and cherish.

Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how our handcrafted custom street signs are made:

Step 1: Designing Your Template

It all starts with your choice. With 200+ city templates to pick from, each design has been carefully crafted to replicate the authentic look and feel of real U.S. street signs. We incorporate real city logos, fonts, and artwork so the finished sign looks like it came right from the streets of Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, and beyond.

Step 2: Printing with Precision

We use a Roland large-format printer to bring your design to life. Known for its unmatched print quality, this machine ensures every color, detail, and font is sharp, vibrant, and true-to-life. The result? A high-resolution template that captures the exact look of an authentic city street sign.

Step 3: Applying Outdoor-Grade Vinyl

Once your design is printed, it’s transferred onto outdoor-rated adhesive vinyl. This is the same type of vinyl used for professional signage, meaning it’s made to resist fading and weathering. The vinyl is carefully applied onto the sign to ensure a smooth, bubble-free finish that looks perfect from every angle.

Step 4: Real Metal — Built Like the Real Thing

Unlike cheap, plastic knock-offs, every Signz product is built on real 5052 aluminum sheets at 0.08” thickness — the same exact material used in real U.S. street signs. This gives our products their signature durability and authentic feel. When you hold it, you’ll know it’s built to last.

Step 5: Laminating for Extra Protection

The final touch is our laminate layer. While subtle, this clear finish plays an important role:

• Protects against scratches and scuffs

• Keeps the vinyl sealed tight

• Ensures long-lasting shine and durability

This extra layer means your sign won’t just look amazing when it arrives — it will continue to look that way for years to come.

Step 6: Handcrafted with Care

Every sign is finished by hand by our small California-based team. We carefully align, press, and seal each product so that no detail is overlooked. This handcrafted approach is what separates us from mass-produced, machine-stamped imports — every sign is made with pride, care, and precision.

The End Result: Your Story, Your Sign

From design to delivery, every step of our process is centered around one goal: creating a premium, ultra-realistic street sign that feels authentic, lasts a lifetime, and tells your story.

Whether it’s a gift for a loved one, a centerpiece for your home, or a personal reminder of where you come from, our signs are built to carry meaning. Because at the end of the day — your city, your story, your sign.