A monument sign is the first thing a visitor reads when they arrive. We build it as a complete structure — base, cabinet, cladding and lighting — so the contractor on site only has to set it on the prepared foundation.
Monument sign types
- Single sided entrance sign — the standard property marker.
- Double sided cabinet — reads from both directions of travel.
- Clad monument — aluminium or stone-look panels over the structure.
- Directory and wayfinding monument — multiple tenant or department panels.
Materials and finishes
- Painted aluminium — light, cost effective, any RAL or Pantone colour.
- Brushed or mirror stainless steel — premium, corrosion resistant.
- Acrylic faces — even illumination and crisp graphics.
- Stone-look and brick-look cladding — the monument looks built, not bolted on.
Illumination options
- Internal halo illumination — letters glow against the cabinet face.
- Face lit panels — even brightness for logos and directories.
- External floodlighting — the simplest option when power is at a distance.
Structure and wind load
We size the internal frame, the anchor bolts and the foundation detail against the wind speed for your site, and we send a foundation drawing with the bolt positions. The concrete work is normally done locally by your contractor from that drawing.
Sizes and proportions
- 1.2 m high — pedestrian entrances and internal road signs.
- 1.8 m high — the most common retail and commercial entrance size.
- 2.4 m high and above — main road frontage and developments.
Shipping and on-site assembly
Larger monuments ship in sections with numbered joints, matching bolts and an assembly drawing, packed in a wooden case. Most installations take one day with two people and a small crane or lift.
Frequently asked questions
Do you supply the concrete foundation design?
Yes — we provide a foundation drawing with the anchor bolt positions. The concrete itself is normally poured locally from that drawing.
Can the monument sign be lit?
Yes. We offer internal halo illumination, face lit panels or external floodlighting, depending on whether power is available at the sign.
What size do you recommend?
Retail entrances are usually 1.8 m high; property and development entrances range from 1.2 m to 2.4 m depending on the setback distance.
Is there a minimum order?
10 letters. Single signs are quoted at project pricing.
How long does a monument sign take?
10-15 working days from approved artwork, plus shipping. Stone-look finishes add about a week.