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Outdoor Signage Needs Weather Protection in Charleston SC

You live here, so you know. We have to deal with a lot in exchange for the mild climate we usually enjoy here in the Lowcountry. Stifling heat, salty air, hurricanes and even the rare snow flurry are just a few of the harsh conditions we face in Charleston, Mount Pleasant and Summerville. And your Charleston outdoor sign has to battle them, too.

What can I do to make my outdoor sign weather resilient?

We'll do it for you!

We coat every sign with a top quality finish prior to shipment. Finishes protect your sign from wear and tear and extend its life. Most sign companies use a low grade finish that barely protects your sign, if at all. But as an outdoor sign company in Charleston SC, we understand the important of offering more. At The Sign Chef, we offer four levels of finishes to ensure complete resilience.

Levels

Economy grade — This quality finish is made to last up to three years outside. It will protect your sign from severe weather conditions. We coat all our signs with economy grade finish for free — it's always standard. Standard grade — Our high quality finish will last up to five years outside. This finish includes a clear dura—shield UV protective laminate that is also scratch resistant.

Premium grade — This premium finish is made to last six to eight years outdoors. This also includes our premium grade 3M UV protective laminate. We also offer reflective premium laminate.

Which should I choose?

That's up to you, but we always have sign specialists on hand to help you decide on vital sign elements, such as the finish you choose.

But there are certain weather conditions that generally call for higher grade finishes. If the ocean is close by, the salty air can wreak havoc on your sign. Hight heat can do the same, so you may consider a high grade finish if your Charleston sign is always in the sun.

Is it worth it to opt for a high grade finish?

Do you want a better long—term value for your money? If you opt for a higher grade finish, you essentially double the life of your sign for only a small fraction of the cost of a new sign. So if you'd like to use your Charleston sign for more than just a couple of years, it would behoove you to upgrade. If your signage is for temporary use, our economy grade finish will do just fine.