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Elevate Your Storefront: A Guide to Awning Graphics for Awnings, Canopies, Flags and Sails.

If you're moving into a store with an awning, congratulations, huge savings will be realized by not having to create or replace an awning. If the awning has wording, or if you want to add wording, branding and graphics, what options are there?
 When it comes to making a lasting impression on your storefront, few elements are as pivotal as the awning. A well-designed awning not only provides shelter from the elements but also serves as a canvas for showcasing your brand identity. Whether you're looking to refresh your current storefront or embarking on a new venture, selecting the right awning graphics and lettering can significantly enhance your curb appeal. In this guide, we'll delve into the various options available, weighing the pros and cons of each to help you make an informed decision.

1. Painting Over Awning Fabrics:

One traditional method for updating storefront awnings is through painting. While this approach offers versatility in design and color choices, it's important to consider the durability and maintenance involved. Painting over awning fabrics requires meticulous preparation to ensure adhesion and longevity. Additionally, frequent touch-ups may be necessary to maintain a polished appearance, especially in high-traffic areas or harsh weather conditions.

    Pros: Relatively inexpensive if the right paint is used.     Cons: Only as good and accurate as the painter hired.

2. Stenciling New Wording:

Stenciling presents another cost-effective option for adding custom lettering to your storefront awning. This method allows for more precise control over font styles and sizes, catering to your brand's aesthetic preferences. However, similar to painting, stenciling requires regular upkeep to prevent fading or peeling over time. Furthermore, intricate designs may pose challenges during the application process, potentially affecting the overall outcome.

    Pros: One of the lease costly options available.     Cons: Again, only as good as the painter and proper use of fade-resistant flexible paints.

3. Vinyl or Heat-Applied Graphics:

For businesses seeking a more durable and professional finish, vinyl or heat-applied graphics offer a viable solution. These methods involve the application of pre-cut vinyl decals or heat-transferred designs onto the awning fabric. While vinyl graphics provide excellent longevity and weather resistance, they often require the removal of the fabric from the frame for installation, resulting in additional labor costs. Moreover, the selection of colors and finishes may be limited compared to other options.

    Pros: Bolder graphics and stand-out lettering.     Cons: Requires the sometimes-more-expensive requirement to remove the frame and fabric to do this properly.

4. LetterBank's Awning Graphic Covers:

Enter LetterBank's innovative solution – Awning Graphic Covers. These self-adhesive covers are specifically designed to overlay existing awning lettering, effortlessly transforming outdated graphics into fresh, eye-catching displays. With easy application and a wide range of customization options, Awning Graphic Covers offer unparalleled convenience and flexibility. Whether you're rebranding or simply refreshing your storefront, this cost-effective solution ensures a seamless transition with minimal downtime.

    Pros: You get exactly what you want, typestyles, photos and graphics, every time. This is a reproducible result.     Cons: May require a professional installer to properly clean the awning and to apply.

5. LetterBank's Bulk Self-Adhesive Awning Fabrics:

In addition to graphic covers, LetterBank also offers bulk self-adhesive awning fabrics, providing businesses with the freedom to create bespoke designs from scratch. These self-adhesive fabrics have been field-tested and sold nationally for 14 years, surviving the hottest, coldest, and windiest environments. With premium-quality materials and customizable sizing, LetterBank's bulk fabrics empower businesses to stand out from the crowd while maintaining durability and longevity.

    Pros: Easiest D.I.Y. (Do It Yourself) solution to cover over outdated awnings and wording.     Cons: May require assistance to install.

Take Action Now: Elevate Your Storefront!

The choice of awning graphics and lettering hinges on a delicate balance between appearance and cost-effectiveness. While traditional methods like painting and stenciling offer versatility at the lowest price point, they require the proper cleaning and testing for adhesion of the available paints, and may require more frequent maintenance and upkeep. On the other hand, modern solutions like vinyl graphics and LetterBank's Graphic Covers provide durability and convenience, albeit at a slightly higher cost.

Take action now and explore the proven solutions offered by LetterBank's self-adhesive awning fabrics and their new Awning Lettering and Cover-Over (self-adhesive) Panels.

With a track record of surviving diverse environmental challenges, the LetterBank self-adhesive fabrics ensure a long-lasting and impactful storefront transformation. Your business deserves to stand out, and LetterBank is here to make it happen.

Testing shows that the awning cover-over panels will show some fading after 5-10 years, depending on the orientation to the South, but are easily covered over with a new panel. Additional testing information shows that the panels stay on during hurricanes, where the awning has been torn from the winds and the panel remains on the awning fabric. LetterBank Signs and Print since 1989.

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