Blade signs project outward from a building so customers approaching along the sidewalk can see your business name or logo. Also called projecting signs, they complement signage mounted flat against the facade.
MYC Graphics designs, fabricates and installs custom blade signs for storefronts and commercial properties in Mississauga, Toronto and across the GTA. We plan the sign face, bracket, lighting and mounting around your brand and the building.
Request a blade sign quote with your logo, property location and storefront photographs.
Help Customers Find Your Entrance
A wall-mounted storefront sign faces the road or opposite side of the street. A blade sign faces people moving along the building, making it useful where a flat fascia sign is harder to read from the side.
This format can suit restaurants, shops, salons, clinics and offices along pedestrian routes or commercial walkways. Its usefulness depends on the mounting location, surrounding signs and sightlines. Pair it with storefront signage and window graphics to keep entrance branding consistent.
Blade Sign Project Gallery
Browse the existing examples below for ideas on sign shape, double-sided graphics and projecting formats. Your sign and mounting will be developed for its own location.
Choose a Blade Sign Construction
Rigid Panels and Fabricated Signs
Rigid blade signs can use suitable metal, composite or acrylic components, selected for the size, design and exposure. A flat panel creates a different appearance from a fabricated sign box or dimensional logo. The supporting bracket must be considered with the sign’s weight and projection.
Illuminated Blade Signs
Lighting can help identify an entrance after dark. A fabricated sign may incorporate an illuminated face, while other formats can use suitable external lighting. The design needs to account for electrical connections, access for servicing and nearby properties. Compare our illuminated signage options when planning nighttime visibility.
Hanging Banner Formats
A projecting banner has different movement, support and maintenance requirements from a rigid sign. Fabric choice, attachment and expected exposure should be reviewed for the proposed location. A flexible banner should not be treated as interchangeable with a solid blade sign.
Design Blade Signs for a Short Viewing Window
Keep the sign focused on the business name, logo or a brief identifier. People passing the entrance may only have a few moments to read it. Small contact details and long service lists can make a compact sign harder to understand.
- Shape and scale: match the logo and available projecting space.
- Contrast: separate lettering from the background and surrounding facade.
- Two-sided artwork: plan both faces for people approaching from either direction.
- Clear space: allow for borders, fixings and the bracket.
Our graphic design team can adapt your artwork to the selected sign format. Review the size, colours and layout before fabrication.
Plan the Bracket, Position and Installation
A blade sign places its load away from the wall. The bracket, fixings and supporting structure need to suit the complete assembly and location. A visible wall finish alone does not establish whether the surface can support the sign.
Share photographs of the whole facade, the proposed position and nearby doors, windows or existing signs. Include approximate installation height and any available drawings. Clearance, access and property requirements should be reviewed before production, along with any applicable approvals.
Our sign installation service can be coordinated with fabrication. For broader exterior identification, explore our outdoor signs.
What Affects Blade Sign Pricing?
Cost depends on dimensions, materials, number of faces, print or finish, bracket design and illumination. Installation height, wall construction, access equipment and removal of an existing sign can also affect the scope.
Send your logo, property address, facade photos, approximate dimensions and preferred timing. Let us know whether you are replacing an existing projecting sign and whether lighting is needed so the quote can cover the relevant work.
Care for Your Projecting Sign
Follow care guidance for the selected finish and graphics. Check for loose parts, damaged brackets, fading or lighting problems, and arrange professional inspection if something changes. Stop relying on a damaged mounting assembly until it has been assessed. Cleaning and servicing access should be considered during installation planning.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blade Signs
What is the difference between a blade sign and a projecting sign?
The terms commonly describe signage extending outward from a building. Blade signs often present a narrow edge from the front and a readable face to people approaching along the facade.
Can a blade sign show graphics on both sides?
Yes. Many blade sign formats can carry two-sided branding. Each face should be laid out for its viewing direction, with the bracket and attachment areas allowed for in the design.
Can blade signs be illuminated?
Some fabricated formats support internal lighting, while other designs can use external illumination. The construction, electrical connection and servicing access need to suit the selected lighting approach.
Can my existing blade sign bracket be reused?
Possibly, after its condition, fixing points and compatibility with the proposed sign have been reviewed. A new sign may have a different weight, size or projection, so reuse should not be assumed.
What material should I choose for an outdoor blade sign?
The choice depends on dimensions, exposure, finish, lighting and mounting. Suitable metal, composite or acrylic components may be considered as part of a complete sign specification.
Can you match my logo and brand colours?
Yes. The artwork and finishes can be developed around your brand references. Fine detail or small text may need adjustment for readability and fabrication at the proposed size.
How long does a blade sign project take?
Timing depends on artwork approval, fabrication, finishes, component availability, installation access and any required approvals. Share your target date when requesting a quote so a realistic schedule can be reviewed.
Request Blade Signs in Mississauga and the GTA
Opening a storefront or updating an existing projecting sign? Send MYC Graphics your artwork and site details to discuss a format that suits your brand and entrance.
Call 416-907-9491 or request a quote below to start planning.
