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LED backlit lobby signs

  • AC power is required for the LED backlit lobby signs, needing an electrical junction behind the wall or in the ceiling near the sign, the distance between the signs and the electrical junction usually within 3 meters (118″).
  • Need to drill holes on the backing wall for the stud bolts and cables, we will provide the 1:1 layout template to show you the holes position.
  • We will provide the AC transformer of the LED backlit lobby signs, which is best installed in a weak current box with heat dissipation holes to help the AC transformer to dissipate heat and increase the service life of the transformer.
  • We suggest hiring a professional installer to install the signs, we will provide the wiring diagram and installation notice, so the signs could be installed correctly and quickly.
  • We use the 304 stainless steel for the metal signs shell by default, if your area is near the sea, then we will use the 316 stainless steel to build the signs shell, which is marine grade and need not to worry about the rust problem.
  • If it is to be used outdoors and there are frequent heavy rains in the area, we will use the IP67 LED and add water leakage holes at the bottom of the signs shell then do anti-light leakage treatment.

LED backlit lobby signs advantages

Based on research, roughly 60% of businesses reported that changing the design or enhancing the visibility of their signage had a positive impact on sales, number of transactions and profits, with an average increase of about 10%. And nearly 76% of consumers said they had entered a store or business they had never visited before based simply on its signs. 3D signs shell with dramatic halo lighting effect, makes the signs seems “floating” on the wall, very beautiful and eye-caughting, the LED backlit lobby signs have strong 3D, elegant halo effect and just right brightness attract the eye but will not cause light pollution are the perfect tool to help your business be stand out.

  • Bright, providing high visibility 24/7
  • Attracts more attention than non-lit signs
  • Delivers excellent readability, even in dark or poorly lit locations

LED backlit lobby signs options

Luxury model LED backlit signs

Luxury model LED backlit signs
Signs Shell: 3D fabricated metal signs shell, 304 stainless steel by default. The finish could be mirror polished, brushed, painted/powder coated in color or plated.
Acrylic back-panel: CNC engraved acrylic back-panel, parts in the signs shell and some part is visible from outside.
Installation: Need not be off the backing wall.
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Common model LED backlit signs

Common model LED backlit signs
Signs Shell: 3D fabricated signs signs shell, 304 stainless steel by default. The finish could be mirror polished, brushed, painted/powder coated in color or plated.
Acrylic back-panel: Laser cutting opal acrylic back-panel, in the signs shell and invisible from outside, used to make the lighting uniform.
Installation: Must off the backing wall.
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LED backlit lobby signs FAQ

How to determine the right LED backlit lobby signs size?

In our experience, there is a roughly proportional relationship between the height of the LED backlit lobby signs and the best visible distances, generally 100 to 120 times. For example, a 1 inch height LED backlit lobby signs can be distinguished well from a distance of about 100 inches to 120 inches. So choose the fittest visible distances based on your request, then you will know how height your signs should be.

What’s the best font for LED backlit lobby signs?

In fact for us, we care more about the minimum stroke width than the fonts. We need the minimum width of the strokes to reach 10mm(0.39″), else we will not have enough space to place the LED in the signs shell, and if it is too small we even can not produce the 3D signs shell.
As long as the above requirements are met, in fact you can choose the font you need according to your personal preferences.
If you prioritize readability, then sans serif fonts that are thick like Helvetica or Arial will maximize your LED backlit lobby signs’ visibility. Many contemporary and modern backlit signs are designed to be highly visible.
If you need your signs to have some special style, then you can see the script fonts, cursive fonts, thin, decorative font styles, and serif-style fonts, though they might be difficult to read or see from a distance, they have rich style.
BTW, the spacing of LED backlit lobby signs is crucial for readability. Designers call the spacing “kerning”. Too big or too close kerning all will create visibility issues.

Should I choose the customized LED backlit lobby signs?

What we always recommend is to have customized LED backlit lobby signs. In this way, you will have the chance to adjust the font type and size to ensure the signs you mount are the ones that customers admire year after year. Only the customized signs really fit you, from the fonts, size, finishes, to lighting color, our high quality custom LED backlit lobby signs will be a part of your business or home well.

Do you have the UL certification?

Yes, we have the UL certification, and if you will use the LED backlit channel signs in the USA, we will add the UL labels on the signs shell.

COMPARE

Compare the two models

Both the Luxury model and the Common model use a metal letter shell: the shell face is first laser cut, then laser welded and fabricated into the finished shell. The real differences between the two are in structure and in how the light comes out. Below is a point-by-point comparison of these two LED backlit signs to help you understand them and choose.

Common Model

Common model LED backlit signs comparison

Cost-effective, the most common metal backlit signs, with a hidden acrylic back-panel and a soft reflected halo; they mount off the wall and hold up well outdoors.

Quote Common Model
Halo rating
3.5 / 5
Brightness rating
3.5 / 5
Install difficulty rating
4 / 5
Mounting
Must mount off the wall
Default finished depth
1 in (25 mm)
Metal
Stainless steel, aluminum
Acrylic back-panel
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Features

  • Cost-effective and versatile for many projects
  • Hidden acrylic back-panel for even reflected lighting
  • Good fit for outdoor walls, curved walls, and larger signs
  • Off-wall mounting helps form a clean halo effect
  • Better choice when wall reflection is part of the design
  • 20+Years of sign industry experience
  • 500+Advanced sign production equipment
  • 2,500+New clients served each year
  • 15,000+Square meters of production plant

WORKFLOW

How the quote and production workflow works

From project brief to shop drawings, production, the 24-hour light test, and tracked delivery, every custom LED backlit sign moves through clear approval gates.

Step01

first reply within one business daySend your logo, wording, target size, wall photo, mounting surface, and reference images.

Send us your logo, text, target sizes, a wall photo, the mounting surface, and any reference images. Every backlit sign is custom, so sizes, materials, finish, lighting, environment, and destination all change the price and feasibility; the more complete your first message, the faster and more accurate the quote.

How to reach us

start from the free quote form at ledbacklitsigns.com/free-quote/ (the form does not take attachments yet); after we reply, email your logo, wall photo, and reference images, or email us directly from the Contact section. If you don’t hear back within a day, check your spam folder; if we don’t hear from you within three days, we follow up on WhatsApp.

What to include

  • your logo or text
  • target sizes and quantity
  • indoor or outdoor
  • one photo of the install wall
  • finish direction and lighting color
  • LED type (single-color, RGB, or WRGB)
  • destination city and country
  • any opening or installation deadline
Step02

usually within one business day of receiving complete informationWe check model fit, material, lighting, installation condition, and shipping context before quoting.

Before we quote, we check model fit, materials, lighting, mounting conditions, and shipping. If a design cannot be built as intended, we tell you why and offer alternatives that keep the effect; small adjustments (enlarging letters, widening thin strokes, adding support) are noted in the quote.

The quote includes

  • a PDF quote
  • a dimensioned drawing
  • a rendering
  • reference photos of similar projects
  • production and shipping times with an estimated total lead time
  • a note on import duties

Installation and electrical

we are a factory in China and do not include installation; signs ship UL Listed with a Mean Well power supply. Local approvals, on-site measurement, wall preparation, and final wiring are handled by your installer or electrician.

Step03

as soon as you approve the quote and payPayment activates pre-production confirmation, not blind manufacturing.

Payment activates the pre-production confirmation, not blind fabrication. We accept PayPal only; bank transfers, checks, and cards all go through PayPal, which charges a 4.4% + $0.30 fee that you cover, while our quote covers production and shipping.

To get started we need

  • the recipient’s name
  • a mobile number registered on WhatsApp
  • a street address (no PO boxes)
  • your PayPal email

Payment activates the order but does not start production; the next step is shop drawing confirmation.

Step04

usually about three business days after paymentProduction-ready shop drawings are confirmed before cutting, welding, wiring, or assembly begins.

This is the most important gate before production. We prepare production-ready shop drawings from the quote you approved, and we build exactly to what you approve.

The drawings confirm

  • overall width, height, and depth
  • letter construction
  • materials and finish
  • mounting method, wiring exits, and stud-bolt positions
  • LED type and color temperature
  • the exact color-match values

Production timing starts from drawing approval, not from payment, so a delay in confirming pushes delivery back; changing sizes, materials, colors, or construction after approval means a new quote and new drawings.

Step05

most standard orders are done about 15 business days after drawing approvalWe manufacture the LED backlit signs to the confirmed specification.

We build to the confirmed specs, not to guesswork; large, complex, or high-volume orders can take longer.

How it’s built

we cut and form the metal shells, weld and finish the surface, prepare the acrylic panels, install the LED system and internal wiring, then complete final assembly and internal inspection. Electroplated and chemically etched finishes are produced by specialist partners. Changes after production starts can mean rework, added cost, and delay.

Step06

as soon as production is completeWe send finished-product photos so the customer can check appearance before shipping.

Before packing, we send finished photos for your approval, and we do not ship until you confirm. This confirms appearance, finish, construction, and lighting effect; it is not a second round of design. Please reply promptly, because as soon as you confirm we pack and protect the sign right away; repeated unpacking on a mirror-polished finish raises the risk of surface damage, which is a physical limit we cannot fully avoid.

Step07

we run a 24-hour continuous light test before shippingThe sign runs through a burn-in lighting test before packing starts.

While you review the finished photos, the sign runs its 24-hour light test.

The test covers

  • LED function and brightness stability
  • even, consistent light
  • secure wiring
  • correct power-supply matching
  • any fault after extended running

Anything that fails is repaired and the full 24 hours are run again; we pack and release only after the test passes and you have confirmed the photos.

Step08

arranged as soon as the sign is released and packedWe pack the signage, arrange shipping, and send tracking information.

We pack, ship, and send a tracking number.

In the box

  • the sign itself
  • a 1:1 mounting template
  • a wiring diagram
  • installation instructions
  • mounting hardware
  • the power supply

How it ships

DHL door-to-door by default, with import duties on you, arriving in about a week to most non-remote areas. DHL clears customs and sends you the duty amount over WhatsApp; before paying, verify any duty request with official DHL using the tracking number (scam messages imitate customs notices); if you’d rather not handle duties separately, you can choose DDP air freight; and we do not ship on a customer’s own DHL, UPS, or FedEx account.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about LED backlit signs

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General

Our factory is in Shanghai, China, and we make custom LED backlit signs for projects across the United States and Canada. Our team works to U.S. electrical practice and the UL system, so your sign is ready to hand to a local installer on arrival. The Contact section lists our company name, address, business hours, and email.

Yes. Our metal-fabricated signs are built for both indoor and outdoor use. Tell us the environment early so we can plan the right materials, finish, LED system, and power supply. Special conditions (coastal air, high heat, heavy rain) call for a little extra planning, covered in the next answer.

Yes, and it’s best to tell us before we quote, because it changes the materials and the price.

  • Coastal or near-shore walls: we quote marine-grade 316 stainless steel to resist salt corrosion.
  • Very hot, very cold, or high-rainfall sites: climate affects material choice, sealing, drainage, and power-supply location.
  • At extreme-climate sites, we usually recommend the Common model first (it sheds heat better and carries a lower risk of exposed-acrylic warping from temperature swings); for large letters with wide strokes or sustained high heat, we add reinforcing support inside the shell to prevent oil canning and keep the surface flat.

Design

Yes. We turn your logo and brand fonts into a 3D metal sign, and the exact shape on the wall is yours. Vector artwork is best; a clear image, sketch, or AI rendering is enough to start. We confirm the shop drawings before production.

Vector files are best, because they scale cleanly to any size.

  • Best: AI, CDR, EPS, PDF, or SVG.
  • To start a quote: a high-resolution JPG, PNG, or GIF is fine.
  • No vector file? Send the text plus your font files.

A raster cannot be used for production, so we redraw it as a vector, which may change small details. One important note: do not use software or online tools to auto-trace a raster into a vector; auto-traced vectors lose a lot of detail, and a high-resolution raster is the better choice. For the cleanest result, send vector files or font files whenever you can.

Yes, as a reference. Please also send a flat, straight-on 2D version with no lighting effects or perspective, so we can read your fonts, proportions, and construction. With Claude: ask in the same conversation which fonts it used, and it will usually tell you. With ChatGPT: it often “draws” letters rather than using real fonts, so it usually can’t give exact font names.

Yes. We color-match to swatches (Pantone, RAL, SW, MP). Please send exact color numbers rather than general names like “gold” or “warm white,” because the result shifts with material, finish, and lighting. We mark the values on the shop drawings and build to them once you confirm.

OptionWhat it isBest for
Single-colorWhite (warm, natural, or cool), red, yellow, blue, or greenOne fixed color
RGBMixes the three primariesColor-changing effects
WRGBRGB plus a dedicated white channelRicher tones and cleaner white

Other single colors (such as purple or amber) are produced by mixing. The right shade of white depends on your market and setting: some markets prefer warm white, others a cooler, brighter white. Tell us your location and the look you want, and we’ll recommend a color temperature.

Yes, but choose blue with your eyes open. Blue is a short-wavelength color, and the eye is far less sensitive to it than to white, yellow, or green, so a blue halo reads dimmer on the wall, especially in daylight or at a distance. One more thing matters: blue backlit signs in photos and videos usually look more vivid and eye-catching than they do in person, so don’t set your color from someone else’s images alone; it’s best to judge from a real object you have seen with your own eyes. We can advise on color choice, but we don’t provide finished photos (photos distort the same way and can’t serve as a true reference).

Quote

Send whatever you have; the first three matter most: your logo or text; one photo of the install wall; target sizes, quantity, and destination; indoor or outdoor; finish preference and lighting color; and your deadline.

The wall’s material, color, texture, available power-supply location, and weather exposure all affect the halo, the mounting method, and the accuracy of the quote. It isn’t used for anything else, and a single phone photo of the actual install spot is enough.

Payment

PayPal only. Through PayPal you can pay by bank transfer, check, or card. PayPal charges a 4.4% + $0.30 fee that you cover; our quote covers production and shipping.

PayPal seller protection requires us to ship to the details you provide, and the invoice goes to your PayPal email. DHL contacts you over WhatsApp, so we need a mobile number registered on WhatsApp, and the address cannot be a PO box. Please confirm these before paying, because incomplete details hold up the invoice, order start, customs clearance, or final delivery.

No. Payment activates the order and we prepare the shop drawings. Production starts only after you approve them.

Production

Most standard orders are made in about 15 business days after drawing approval, with a total of roughly 25 days, and DHL reaches most non-remote areas in about a week. Large or complex signs can take longer, and your total time also depends on how quickly you confirm the drawings and finished photos.

Sometimes, and at no extra charge, as long as it doesn’t delay other customers’ orders. Tell us your opening date, event, or installation appointment at first contact so we can confirm feasibility.

Yes: production starts after you approve the shop drawings, and shipping happens after you approve the finished photos. Changing sizes, materials, or colors after drawing approval requires a new quote and new drawings.

Yes. We send finished photos so you can confirm appearance, finish, and construction before packing. This is your quality check, not a stage for changing the design.

Every sign goes through a 24-hour continuous light test. We check LED function, brightness, even light, wiring, and the power supply; anything that fails is repaired and the full 24 hours are run again before packing.

Shipping

DHL door-to-door by default, with import duties on you and not included in the price, arriving in about a week to most non-remote areas. DHL clears customs and sends you the duty amount over WhatsApp; if you’d rather not handle duties separately, you can choose DDP air freight.

Verify it first, because online scams imitate customs notices: contact official DHL directly, give them the tracking number, and pay through official channels once the amount is confirmed. Never pay from an unknown text, link, or number; duties are collected by your country’s customs, not by us.

Yes. Once the sign is packed and released for shipping, we send you a tracking number so you can follow the delivery.

No. International custom signs involve packing, customs paperwork, tracking, and exception handling, so we keep our own shipping arrangements to stay in control of clearance and support.

Installation

Installation is not included (we are a factory in China), so please arrange a local sign installer or licensed electrician. We provide a 1:1 template, shop drawings, mounting hardware, and installation instructions. On-site measurement, approvals, wall preparation, and final wiring are the customer’s responsibility.

Yes. Whether it’s applied and where depends on indoor versus outdoor use and on your property’s requirements.

  • Outdoor signs: as UL Listed electrical signs, and following the general requirements of the UL system, outdoor signs carry a UL Listed label; by default we place it on the top of the sign or in an inconspicuous spot, so it doesn’t get in the way of a property inspection or affect the look in customer-facing areas.
  • Indoor signs, property requires the label: an indoor sign is viewed up close, with almost no hidden spot to place a label. On the letter shell, the property can inspect it, but your audience sees it too; on the back, the audience won’t see it, but the property can’t inspect it either. The best practice is to place it on the back, but be sure to have the property inspect and confirm it before installation, otherwise it can’t be checked afterward and you may be asked to take the sign down for re-inspection.
  • Indoor signs, property does not require the label: we suggest leaving it off. A label on a clean finish affects the look, and label adhesive is very sticky and hard to remove, so removing it improperly can easily damage the finish.

Confirm all of this with your property before you order, to be safe.

Yes. The sign ships as a complete UL Listed set, and the Mean Well power supply is UL Listed too. The sign runs on a 12V DC LED system; the default power supply is the Mean Well LPV-60-12; outdoor signs use a Class 2 rated power supply; and the exact model is matched to your sign’s wattage. Wall wiring, switching, and final connections are arranged locally by a licensed electrician.

Not directly. Some U.S. outdoor and landscape systems supply 12V AC, while our signs run on 12V DC, and a 12V AC supply won’t drive the sign correctly. You would need a separate 12V AC to 12V DC converter, matched to the sign; we don’t supply it, so please buy it locally in the U.S. Normally the sign runs on a standard 110V AC line through the UL Listed Mean Well power supply we include. If your only power source is a 12V AC landscape line, tell us in advance.

Yes. We can supply dimmer, photocell, and timer accessories, but they usually have to match your lighting system design, so tell us the details before production. If you’ve already specified a model, share it, such as the Intermatic EK4000 series photocell (its mounting location is set by your architect) or the Intermatic ET90000 series time clock (usually best bought locally). Wiring note: a standard single-color LED sign has just two wires (12V DC positive and negative), while RGB and WRGB add a separate signal control wire; any control has to be planned before production so the sign is wired for it.

Often yes, so confirm before you order. Approval can involve size, color, brightness, location, installation, electrical, and permits. Ask your landlord or property manager for the “Signage Criteria” or “Tenant Handbook.” We adjust the drawings to your requirements, but local approvals themselves are the customer’s responsibility.

A Common model usually mounts about 3/8 to 3/4 in (10 to 20 mm) off the wall, so light reflects off the wall behind the letters and forms a clean halo.

After Sales

Three years on the sign, covering confirmed, non-human-damaged electrical or lighting issues, with free replacement parts for those issues. Damage from events outside normal use, such as fire or natural disasters, is not covered. The Mean Well power supply is UL Listed and matched to your sign. Need a 5-year term? Contact us with your project details and we’ll tailor a solution to fit.

Clean with a soft cloth and clean water, and avoid alcohol, solvent cleaners, and harsh chemicals. Take extra care with these finishes: painted and powder-coated; plated and brushed; mirror-polished; brass, copper, and bronze; and vintage finishes.

Don’t install it, and contact us right away. If the outer box is damaged, photograph it before opening, keep the packaging, labels, and tracking number, and take photos and videos of the problem.

Have your installer pause, and contact us with photos, videos, your order information, and a description of the problem. We help diagnose it against your shop drawings, factory photos, and 24-hour light test records.

WHY US

Why buyers choose us

A visual summary of the practical controls behind every custom LED backlit sign project.

Built entirely to your design

Your sign is made to your logo, fonts, sizes, and colors, color-matched and confirmed on the drawings. What you get is your brand on the wall, not a close-enough stock shape.

Ready for U.S. projects

Signs ship as a UL Listed, 12V DC low-voltage system with a UL Listed Mean Well power supply, so a local electrician can wire them to code.

You approve before we build

Production starts only after you sign off on the shop drawings, and we build exactly to them. No guesswork, no surprises.

You see the quality before it ships

Every sign goes through a 24-hour light test, and we send finished photos for your approval before packing. You can inspect it while it is still with us.

3-year warranty

We cover confirmed, non-human-damaged electrical or lighting issues for three years, and we keep supporting you after delivery, not only up to payment.

Delivered to your door

By default we ship DHL door-to-door, tracked the whole way, with customs clearance handled by us. It is our proven preferred method over more than 20 years, getting your sign safely to your door.

REVIEWS

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“The halo effect looked premium and the shop drawing process made installation easier.”

Retail storefront buyer

“Good communication before production and clear photos before shipping.”

Office branding project

“The finished LED backlit sign matched our logo and wall condition.”

Hospitality client

CONTACT US

HiSun Advertising Co., Ltd

Address
Floor 7th, Qiang Sheng Mansion, No.145 of Pujian Road, Pudong District, Shanghai, China
Zip
200127
Office Hour
9:00 - 18:00 Beijing Time, Mon-Fri

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