Illuminated & LED Signs Birmingham

Give your business a clear presence after dark. Illusion Sign designs, manufactures and installs illuminated signage for shopfronts and commercial premises across Birmingham and the West Midlands.

Choose the right lighting effect

Illumination should make the sign legible and suit the building, rather than simply make it brighter. Letter size, viewing angle, background colour and nearby lighting all influence the result. We discuss the appearance you want in daylight as well as at night.

Face-lit and halo-lit letters

Face-lit lettering sends light through the front of the letters for a defined illuminated face. Halo-lit lettering casts light onto the surface behind each letter, creating a glow around its outline. Wall texture, colour and the distance behind the letters affect a halo effect.

Explore our 3D signs and built-up letters page for construction and material options. Lighting and letter construction are specified together.

Lightboxes, fret-cut panels and external lighting

A lightbox can illuminate a larger graphic area. A fret-cut panel can allow selected lettering or shapes to light through the face. External trough lighting is another approach where illumination is directed onto a sign.

Each approach creates a different appearance. We can discuss the space available, existing fascia and preferred finish to narrow down a suitable option.

LED neon-style signs

For a decorative feature or interior logo, LED neon-style signage provides another design direction. It is a different product from built-up illuminated shop letters, so tell us whether you want an exterior fascia, a reception logo or a feature wall when requesting a quote.

Planning the installation

The mounting surface, cable route, power supply and access for future servicing need considering before manufacture. Share photographs of the position and tell us about any existing lighting. We confirm the project requirements and electrical arrangements before fitting; a final specification depends on the site and intended use.

Pricing and project information

Illuminated signage is quoted to its dimensions, construction, lighting arrangement and installation requirements. Letter quantity, material finish, backing panels and access can all affect cost. Send your logo, an approximate size, a clear site photograph and your postcode. Include any target opening date so timing can be discussed early.

Questions about illuminated signs

Will the sign still be readable in daylight?
The design should work when the lights are off as well as on. Face colour, contrast and letter size are part of that discussion.

Can you illuminate an existing sign?
Sometimes, but the sign construction, space and condition need checking. We can discuss whether adaptation or replacement is more suitable.

How much electricity will it use?
Consumption depends on the installed components and operating hours. Ask for the rated power of the proposed specification rather than relying on a generic running-cost claim.

Which lighting type should I choose?
Send your artwork and site photographs. We can help compare the appearance and practical requirements of the available options.

Discuss your signage project

Call 0121 565 5733 or send your enquiry. You can also browse our signage portfolio. Based in Smethwick, we serve businesses across Birmingham, Oldbury and the wider West Midlands.