Blade signs give your business a personality you can’t ignore. In Charlotte, NC, where foot traffic in neighborhoods like Uptown, South End, NoDa, and Plaza Midwood is heavy, a projecting blade sign or hanging blade sign boosts visibility from angles storefront signs can’t reach. Outdoor blade signs and interior blade signs alike serve both function and form—guiding customers, marking entrances, or adding character to your façade.
Custom blade signs are crafted with premium materials—metal, cast aluminum, or wood—or illuminated elements when needed. Whether you’re looking for retail blade signs, round blade sign designs, or illuminated blade signs that shine in low light, the right blade sign design merges brand identity with visibility.
Call BMS Signs & Printing at (612) 662-6191 today to explore blade sign options that amplify your presence with style and structure.
Blade Sign Styles That Elevate Your Visibility
Blade signs mount perpendicular to your façade using a blade sign bracket or hanging blade sign mount, allowing passersby to see your business name from sidewalks or crossing streets. Because blade signs project outward, they must be designed carefully, structurally and visually. Some popular styles include:
- Metal blade sign designs in brushed aluminum or finished steel that resist weather and retain a sharp appearance.
- Illuminated blade signs or lighted blade sign styles that include subtle backlighting or LED light boxes are especially useful for evening visibility.
- Round blade signs or projecting blade sign styles that add decorative flair; “blade exit sign” or “fire extinguisher blade sign” options where regulatory marking or emergency information is needed.
- Modern blade signs are minimalist, sleek, often with sharp, clean lines and durable finishes.
Blade sign cost depends on size, material, illumination, mounting hardware, and installation complexity. The bracket must be secure; mounting height must comply with local code; materials should stand up to Charlotte’s weather and public exposure.
Considerations for Exterior and Interior Blade Sign Mounting
Exterior blade sign installation requires attention to safety, compliance, and structure. With external weather exposure, the sign needs rust‑resistant materials, a secure blade sign bracket or mount, and appropriate clearance above sidewalks.
Interior blade signs are a more subdued way to signal rooms, restroom blade sign, emergency exit blade sign, or hanging blade sign bracket used inside hallways. These require fewer durability demands but still need quality craftsmanship to avoid looking cheap or easily damaged.
Regulation, Permits, & Design Standards
Blade signs fall under Charlotte’s Unified Development Ordinance (Article 22: Signs) when mounted on private property and visible from public walkways or streets. Required permit processes cover projecting signs, blade sign mount heights, size limits, and safe installation. Relevant guidelines include:
- Ensuring signs do not obstruct pedestrian or vehicular sight lines.
- Blade signs must be located on private property and affixed securely to building facades; mounting in public right‑of‑way often requires special permission.
- Permit requirements for any sign structure or alteration.
At BMS Signs & Printing, we handle designing blade signs that align with these rules and obtaining any necessary permits, making the process smoother for you.
FAQs for Charlotte Blade Signs
What materials are best for blade signs outdoors?
Metal frames (aluminum, steel) or cast aluminum bodies are best. Coatings or finishes that protect against rust and wear are critical. Wood works for decorative or interior blade signs, but needs a protective sealant outdoors.
Do illuminated blade signs require special power or wiring?
Yes. Lighted blade signs or illuminated blade signs require appropriate electrical setup, weatherproof fixtures, and consideration for light direction and intensity so they comply with local building and electrical codes.
How is the blade sign cost determined?
It depends on size, material (metal, cast, wood), whether illumination is included, complexity of mount or bracket, and installation. Mounting height and structure (bracket design) add to cost.
Are emergency exit or fire blade signs available?
Yes. Blade exit signs or blade emergency exit sign styles, fire extinguisher blade sign styles are available, designed to meet the visibility and safety standards required for those types of signage.
Do you offer blade signs for retail storefronts or interior use?
Absolutely. Retail blade signs for projecting visibility; interior blade signs like hanging restroom blade signs or directional blade signs; even round blade signs or custom blade signs for decorative branding.
How long does it take to produce and install a custom blade sign?
Smaller interior signs can be made quickly (often in a week or two), while larger exterior custom blade signs with lighting, special brackets, or regulatory requirements may take several weeks for permitting and fabrication.
Why Charlotte Businesses Trust BMS Signs & Printing
When your brand deserves more than a wall sign, blade signs deliver presence. BMS Signs & Printing specializes in blade signs, outdoor blade signs, retail blade signs, custom blade signs, illuminated blade signs, and projecting blade signs, with craftsmanship. We use durable materials, engineer proper blade sign mountings, and ensure compliance with building and sign ordinances.
Whether you want a hanging blade sign in a busy street in South End, a modern blade sign for your boutique in NoDa, or a fire extinguisher blade sign clearly mounted near entrances, our team handles design, bracket fabrication, installation, and permit coordination. A well‑mounted blade sign becomes part of your building’s identity.
Call BMS Signs & Printing at (612) 662-6191 today to get a blade sign that projects your business forward, literally and visibly.
