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Illuminated signs

Illuminated signs for visibility after dark and premium brand impact.

Use this page for buyers who know they want a lit sign but are not sure whether the right answer is a lightbox, backlit letters, halo-lit logo, LED display or illuminated poster case.

Rounded illuminated lightbox sign installed on a building facade
Illuminated exterior lightbox
Illuminated under-awning lightbox sign installed for retail visibility
Under-awning lightbox for footpath visibility
3D LED acrylic letters used for an illuminated sign
3D LED acrylic lettering

Turnaround shown honestly

Production timing starts after proof approval and payment, with quote-first handling for oversized, installed or unusual work.

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Artwork checked before print

We check size, bleed, resolution, cut paths, white ink and finishing notes before releasing production.

Artwork help

Online pricing where safe

Standard products show online pricing. Mixed, site-specific or rollout work is quoted by a real production team.

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Support for repeat buyers

Saved artwork, approved specs and trade account pathways make reorders cleaner for teams, agencies and rollouts.

Trade accounts

Project examples

Illuminated signs need format comparison.

Show lightboxes, illuminated lettering and LED display options so buyers can identify the right sign before quoting.

Illuminated under-awning lightbox sign installed for retail visibility
Under-awning lightbox for footpath visibility
3D LED acrylic letters used for an illuminated sign
3D LED acrylic lettering
Slimline LED poster lightbox display
Slimline LED lightbox
Lightbox sign detail showing illuminated sign construction
Lightbox detail

Site checks

Illuminated signs need more site detail than flat signs.

Power

Confirm available power, electrical requirements and whether an electrician is needed.

Approvals

Landlords, councils, shopping centres and strata may need sign drawings or finish details.

Viewing conditions

Street angle, height, night visibility and daylight appearance all affect the best illuminated format.

Quote checklist

What to send for illuminated signs.

  1. 1

    Site photos

    Daytime and, if possible, night-time photos of the install area.

  2. 2

    Size and location

    Approximate sign size, mounting height and viewing direction.

  3. 3

    Power notes

    Power availability, switch location and whether electrical work is required.

  4. 4

    Artwork

    Logo, colours, message and preferred lighting style.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between lightbox signs and illuminated signs?

A lightbox is one illuminated sign format. Illuminated signs also include lit letters, halo-lit logos, LED displays and illuminated poster cases.

Do illuminated signs need approval?

Often yes, especially for exterior signs, shopping centres, strata buildings or signs visible from public areas.

Can illuminated signs be used inside?

Yes. Reception backlit signs, display lightboxes and illuminated feature signs can all be used indoors.

Next step

Choose the right lit sign before production.

Send site photos, power notes, size and artwork so Platinum can recommend a lightbox, lit letters or LED sign path.