Substrate and thickness
3mm and 4mm ACM cover most flat signs. Solid aluminium and stainless step up cost, weight and fixing requirements.
Metal signs
Metal signs and sign panels built to last outdoors.
Metal signage covers panels and plaques rather than individual letters: ACM and aluminium sign panels, brushed and stainless plaques, and fabricated metal sign faces for buildings, receptions and shopfronts. Everything here is cut, finished and packed in Platinum's Botany factory.
Turnaround shown honestly
Production timing starts after proof approval and payment, with quote-first handling for oversized, installed or unusual work.
View timing bandsArtwork checked before print
We check size, bleed, resolution, cut paths, white ink and finishing notes before releasing production.
Artwork helpOnline pricing where safe
Standard products show online pricing. Mixed, site-specific or rollout work is quoted by a real production team.
Start a quoteSupport for repeat buyers
Saved artwork, approved specs and trade account pathways make reorders cleaner for teams, agencies and rollouts.
Trade accountsProject examples
Metal signage is a material decision before it is a design one.
Substrate, finish and fixing method drive cost and lifespan far more than artwork does. These are real Platinum jobs across the common metal paths.
Panel options
Start with the substrate that suits the position.
ACM sign panels
Aluminium composite panel is the default for flat exterior signs — light, rigid, weather-stable and cost-effective at size.
Price ACM signsBrushed ACM panels
A brushed metal face for reception walls and premium entries without the weight or cost of solid stainless.
Price brushed ACMAluminium sign panels
Solid aluminium for durability where a composite panel is not enough, including exposed and high-traffic positions.
Price aluminium signsFabricated and cut metal
When a flat panel is not the answer.
Fabricated metal sign faces
Folded returns and built-up construction give depth and a solid, premium read on a facade or reception wall.
Discuss fabricationFiber laser cut metal
Mild steel, stainless, aluminium, brass and copper cut in-house on a 3kW fiber laser for logos, screens and panels.
See metal cuttingMetal letters
If you need individual dimensional letters rather than a panel, the lettering range is priced separately.
View metal lettersSpecification
What changes the price of a metal sign.
Finish
Digital print, cut vinyl, brushed metal, painted or powder-coated finishes each behave differently outdoors.
Fixing and install
Flush-mounted, stood off on locators, or mechanically fixed to brick, cladding or glass — this drives the install scope.
Quote checklist
What to send for a metal signs quote.
- 1
Position photos
Straight-on and wider shots of the wall, facade or reception area the sign sits on.
- 2
Size
Approximate panel width and height, plus viewing distance if it is a building sign.
- 3
Finish direction
Printed ACM, brushed metal, painted, stainless or fabricated with returns.
- 4
Scope
Supply only or supply and install, plus suburb, access and any landlord or strata approvals.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between metal signs and metal letters?
Metal signs are panels and plaques — a single face carrying your artwork. Metal letters are individually cut characters mounted separately. Panels usually cost less and suit compliance, wayfinding and facade signs; letters give a premium dimensional look on reception and shopfront walls.
Which metal lasts best outdoors in Australia?
ACM and marine-grade aluminium handle most exterior positions well. Stainless is used where a premium finish or coastal exposure justifies the cost. The right answer depends on position, exposure and budget rather than a single best material.
Can you match an existing sign or a brand colour?
Yes. Send a photo and any brand colour references and Platinum can match print, vinyl or paint finishes, and advise where an exact match across different materials is not achievable.
Do you deliver outside Sydney?
Yes. Metal signs are made in Botany and delivered Australia-wide. Installation is quoted separately and depends on site location and access.
Next step
Send the position and the size.
Photos of the wall or facade plus rough dimensions are enough to get a metal signage recommendation and a firm price.