BLADE SIGNS
Custom Illuminated Blade Signs for Retail & Commercial Spaces
Double-sided projecting signs designed for strong visibility from pedestrian and street-level viewing angles. Custom shapes, lighting, materials and mounting options are available for different commercial applications.
Double-Sided Visibility
Custom Shapes & Lighting
Outdoor & Indoor Options
Why Blade Signs Work for Street-Facing Businesses
Blade signs project outward from the building, helping your brand stay visible to pedestrians approaching from both directions. They are especially effective for retail stores, restaurants, cafés, hotels and other street-facing businesses.
Better Visibility from Both Directions
Unlike flat wall signs that are mainly viewed from the front, projecting blade signs can be seen by pedestrians approaching from either direction.
Stronger Street Presence
Projecting signs extend into the pedestrian sightline, helping storefronts stand out along busy commercial streets.
Effective Day & Night Branding
Illuminated blade signs maintain strong brand visibility after dark, while materials, finishes and graphic details provide visual impact during the day.
Flexible for Different Storefront Styles
Round, rectangular and custom-shaped blade signs can be developed to match different architectural styles and brand identities.
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Blade Sign Shapes
Choose from classic geometric forms or develop a custom shape to match your brand identity, storefront architecture and viewing requirements.
Round Blade Signs
A classic and highly recognizable format for cafés, restaurants, hotels and boutique storefronts.
Best for
Cafés · Restaurants · Hotels · Boutiques
Rectangular Blade Signs
A clean and versatile shape that provides more horizontal space for names, logos and supporting information.
Best for
Retail · Restaurants · Commercial Buildings · Wayfinding
Custom-Shaped Blade Signs
Custom contours, logos and branded forms can be developed for projects requiring a more distinctive visual identity.
Best for
Brand Logos · Specialty Retail · Flagship Stores · Custom Projects
Blade Sign Lighting & Face Options
Different face constructions and lighting methods can create very different daytime and nighttime effects. Choose the option that best fits your brand, viewing distance and installation environment.
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Full-Face Illuminated
The entire sign face is illuminated for strong nighttime visibility and clear brand presentation.
Best for
Cafés · Restaurants · Hotels · Retail
Full-Face · Even Illumination · High Visibility
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Letter / Logo Illuminated
Only the letters, logo or selected graphic elements illuminate while the background remains non-illuminated.
Best for
Premium Retail · Hotels · Restaurants · Brand Stores
Letter-Lit · Logo-Lit · Selective Illumination
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Push-Through Acrylic
Acrylic letters or graphics project through openings in the metal face, creating added depth and a dimensional illuminated effect.
Best for
Restaurants · Hospitality · Premium Storefronts · Custom Branding
Metal Face · Push-Through Acrylic · 3D Effect
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Non-Illuminated
A simple and durable option for locations where external lighting, ambient lighting or daytime visibility is sufficient.
Best for
Boutiques · Heritage Streets · Interior Malls · Daytime Applications
Non-Lit · Metal / Acrylic · Simple Structure
Blade Sign Construction Options
Blade signs can be built with different edge details and viewing configurations to suit the required appearance, mounting method and project environment.
CONSTRUCTION OPTIONS
Trimless Blade Signs
A clean, modern construction with the illuminated face extending close to the outer edge for a minimal appearance.
Best for
Modern Retail · Cafés · Hotels · Contemporary Storefronts
Clean Edge · Minimal Look · Modern
Blade Signs with Trim
A defined perimeter trim creates a more traditional framed appearance and helps reinforce the sign edge.
Best for
Restaurants · Commercial Streets · Hotels · Traditional Storefronts
Defined Trim · Framed Edge · Classic
VIEING CONFIGURATION
Single-Sided
Designed for locations where the sign is mainly viewed from one primary direction.
Double-Sided
Designed for visibility from both directions, making it especially effective for projecting signs along pedestrian routes.
Materials & Customization
Configure materials, face construction, lighting and mounting details to match your brand design, installation environment and project requirements.
Face Materials
Choose the sign face according to the required illumination effect, graphic design and durability.
Options
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Acrylic Face
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Printed Acrylic
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Vinyl Graphics
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Custom Logo / Graphic Face
Cabinet Materials
Metal returns provide the main structural body of the blade sign and can be selected according to project requirements.
Options
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Aluminum
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Stainless Steel
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SUS / Aluminum Returns
Lighting Options
LED systems can be configured according to sign depth, face design and required brightness.
Options
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LED Modules
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LED Strips
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White CCT Options
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Custom LED Colors
Back & Structural Panels
Internal and rear structural panels can be configured according to sign size, installation method and maintenance requirements.
Options
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ACP / ALU Panel
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Metal Back Panel
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Custom Internal Structure
Mounting Hardware
Mounting brackets, rods and structural supports can be customized according to wall conditions and sign size.
Options
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Stainless Steel Round Tube
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Wall Bracket
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Projecting Support
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Custom Mounting Structure
Size, Color & Finish
Dimensions, colors and surface finishes can be customized to match the storefront and brand identity.
Options
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Custom Dimensions
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Painted Finish
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Powder-Coated Finish
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Brushed Metal Finish
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Brand Colors
Installation Selection
Lightboxes can be installed via side mount or suspension. Selection depends on the site environment and specific display requirements for optimal effect.
Side-Mounted Installation (Wall Mount)
Advantages:
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Space-saving, fits closely against walls—ideal for background displays;
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High stability, securely fixed and less prone to movement;
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Easy maintenance and graphic replacement.
Requirements:
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The wall must have sufficient load-bearing capacity (e.g., concrete or brick);
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The lightbox should have pre-installed brackets or mounting holes;
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Mounted at an appropriate height for visibility and serviceability;
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Suitable for indoor and outdoor use—outdoor installations may require waterproofing and wind resistance.
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Suspended Installation (Hanging Mount)
Advantages:
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Flexible viewing height, perfect for lobbies, malls, atriums, and open spaces;
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Allows double-sided display, increasing ad visibility;
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Efficient use of space, not dependent on walls.
Requirements:
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Ceiling or overhead structure must support the weight of the lightbox;
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Secure suspension using steel cables, rods, or brackets;
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Must ensure the lightbox is level and stable to prevent swaying;
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Hanging height should be adjusted according to viewing distance and environment.
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Where Blade Signs Work Best
From sleek wall-mounted letters to elaborate custom Trimless Channel Letters designs, Yijiao manufactures high-quality Trimless Channel Letters in a variety of sizes and materials to suit your needs.
Retail Storefronts
Make store entrances easier to spot along shopping streets with a projecting sign that complements your brand and building façade.
Restaurants & Cafés
Highlight your entrance with illuminated blade signs that complement your restaurant or café and keep the brand visible after dark.
Shopping Malls & Guest Services
Use projecting signs to identify tenant entrances, guest services and key destinations along shopping-center walkways.
In-Store Service Areas
Identify tailoring counters, collection points and other service areas with suspended signs that remain visible across the store.
Blade Sign Technical Specifications
Blade signs can be engineered to suit different shapes, lighting effects, mounting conditions and project environments. Final dimensions and construction details are confirmed according to each project.
Specification
Sign Configuration
Single-Sided / Double-Sided
Shape
Round / Rectangular / Custom Shape
Face Material
Acrylic Face / Custom Graphic Face
Cabinet Material
Aluminum / Stainless Steel / SUS or Aluminum Returns
Back / Internal Panel
ACP / ALU Panel / Custom Structure
Lighting
Internal LED Lighting
Illumination Style
Full-Face / Letter or Logo Lit / Push-Through / Non-Illuminated
Support Structure
Stainless Steel Round Tube / Custom Metal Support
Mounting
Wall Bracket / Projecting / Rod Suspension / Cable Suspension
Color & Finish
Custom Colors & Surface Finishes
Size
Custom to Project Requirements
Application
Indoor / Outdoor
From Your Design to a Finished Blade Sign
A clear workflow for reviewing your requirements, confirming construction details and preparing your custom blade signs for production and delivery.
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Share Your Requirements
Send your logo or artwork, dimensions, quantity and installation photos. Reference images help communicate your preferred shape, finish and lighting effect.
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Engineering & Quotation
We review the sign construction, LED layout, mounting conditions and cable routing to prepare a project-specific proposal and quotation.
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Drawing Approval
Confirm dimensions, artwork, materials, finishes, lighting and mounting details on the production drawings before manufacturing starts.
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Production & Quality Checks
The approved design moves into fabrication and assembly, followed by checks of dimensions, surface finish, mounting connections and illumination.
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Packaging & Delivery
Signs and mounting components are packed for shipment. Delivery arrangements and installation reference documents are coordinated according to project requirements.
Why Choose YIJIAO
Built to your design. Checked before delivery.
From face alignment and edge finishing to LED layout and mounting details, we focus on the practical details that help turn your design into a finished blade sign.
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Project-Specific Engineering
Sign dimensions, projection distance, mounting surfaces and cable routing are reviewed together to develop a suitable construction proposal.
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Attention to Face & Edge Details
Acrylic face alignment, metal returns, trim details and surface finishing are coordinated to achieve a clean, consistent appearance.
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Built to Approved Drawings
Dimensions, artwork, materials, finishes and mounting details are confirmed on production drawings and used to guide fabrication.
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Lighting Checked Before Packing
Illuminated signs are checked for LED operation, wiring connections and visible illumination consistency before packing.
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Installation Reference Support
Production drawings, mounting details and wiring information can be provided to help your local installation team prepare for on-site work.
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Protective Packing for Delivery
Sign faces, edges and mounting components are protected and packed according to the product structure and shipping requirements.
Featured Blade Sign Projects
Explore blade sign designs through customer installation photos and finished-product views, featuring different shapes, graphic treatments and mounting details.
Foot Locker — Retail Blade Sign
A black projecting blade sign with a contrasting white brand graphic, installed beside the storefront glazing. Its compact format complements the large façade lettering and colorful exterior artwork.
Features
Retail Storefront · Brand Graphic · Projecting Mount
SANDRO — Boutique Blade Sign
A white rectangular blade sign with raised dark lettering, mounted on matching white brackets. The understated design creates a clean contrast against the textured building façade.
Features
Fashion Retail · Raised Lettering · Wall Brackets
A custom-shaped blade sign combining a textured brown finish with illuminated lettering and a fish graphic. The rounded lower contour gives the restaurant branding a distinctive profile.
Rouille — Custom Illuminated Blade Sign
Features
Restaurant Signage · Custom Shape · Illuminated Graphics
What Our Clients Say
better than expected. supplier was very responsive to requests and followed up with on time delivery and amazing quality.
Sarah LaBounty,Canada
Alibaba
Received a customized product, built at high quality exactly to specification! Delivered on time and without stress. l will purchase custom advertising light from Kunshan Yiiao again when l need it. A+
Ben Chaykin,United States
Alibaba
Great experience! Even with some minor communication hiccups, the vendor was professional and we are very happy with the results.
Katherine Chua.Philippines
Alibaba
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