Brushed aluminum sign a good idea?

[laserfred]

Hey there,

For an appartment complex, the client would like to replace the signage in the parking around the buildings (phases 1 & 2). So lots of directional signs to be placed. They would like the signage style to match the interior signs, which is made of brushed aluminum alupanel (or Diebond). Some signs are 4 to 6 feet wide. I am wondering if the brushed metal finish might be too reflective for exterior and cause glaring problems. What do you think ?
thanks

 

[bigben]

I've used it on few indoor sign without any problem (whole signage of buildings). The customers like it alot. The ''reflective'' part is not a problem.

 

[bannertime]

When in doubt, take samples to the customer. I don't think it'd be a problem. Laminators Inc brushed metal isn't that glossy.

 

[Texas_Signmaker]

I used it on a 4x8 sign for a car dealership once.. I too was worried about the reflecting in people's faces as they drove down the main drag. Nope, wasn't that at all, looked fine and had no problems. Lasted about 6-7 years before it started to look dingy too. https://www.google.com/maps/@32.501...Ep-mybEQ!2e0!5s20130601T000000!7i13312!8i6656

 

[2B]

I used it on a 4x8 sign for a car dealership once.. I too was worried about the reflecting in people's faces as they drove down the main drag. Nope, wasn't that at all, looked fine and had no problems. Lasted about 6-7 years before it started to look dingy too. https://www.google.com/maps/@32.501...Ep-mybEQ!2e0!5s20130601T000000!7i13312!8i6656

RANT:
why do they (insert customer) bother with a sign if they are going to "hide it" with streamers and other "fluff"

 

[rjssigns]

Did a 4x8 panel for a local village and used brushed stainless DiBond. Out in the weather 24/7 and potentially getting sprayed by salty slush from cars and plows. Figured the extra cost was worth it.

 

[Andy D]

Disregard the gunk, I'm still cleaning it up, this is a push through where, before I routed
the brushed max-metal, I covered it with printed and laminated clear vinyl. I am very pleased
with the outcome...you can't tell from the picture, but while it does cut down on the graining some, when
you walk pass it has an iridescent shimmer.

 

[laserfred]

Disregard the gunk, I'm still cleaning it up, this is a push through where, before I routed
the brushed max-metal, I covered it with printed and laminated clear vinyl. I am very pleased
with the outcome...you can't tell from the picture, but while it does cut down on the graining some, when
you walk pass it has an iridescent shimmer.

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It's a really easy material to work with. You can even fold it in boxes using v-groove routing!

 

[eahicks]

Not an issue, we do lots of it. We did an entire industrial park, all the building signs are full 4'x8' brushed silver acm with standoffs

 

[Andy D]

It's a really easy material to work with. You can even fold it in boxes using v-groove routing!

Yep, that's what I did, I had to do a bunch of tests on scrap to get it right, but it came out nice. once I get it done and installed I will post picks.