Real answers from
five years of making signs.
Honest pricing guides, planning permission walk-throughs, materials explainers and the occasional rant about industry shortcuts. Written by us, not an SEO agency in Manila.
How much does a shop sign cost in 2026? The honest South Wales pricing guide.
No "it depends" hand-waving. Real number ranges for fascia signs, illuminated trays, built-up letters and projecting signs in 2026, plus what drives the price up or down.
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Van wrap vs vinyl decals — which is right for your business?
A full wrap looks brilliant but starts at £2,200. Decals start at £395. Here's how to decide which is right for your trade, your fleet size and your budget.
Shop sign planning permission in Wales — the complete 2026 guide.
Conservation areas, listed buildings, illumination consent and Advertisement Consent applications. Everything we've learned working with South Wales councils over the last five years.
How long does a vehicle wrap really last? The honest answer.
The 7-year warranty number, the actual real-world durability, what fades fastest, and the maintenance that adds 2–3 years to your wrap.
LED neon vs traditional neon — cost, lifespan, and look compared.
Traditional gas-tube neon is gorgeous but expensive and fragile. LED neon is cheaper, longer-lasting and hugely improved since 2020. Side-by-side comparison.
Aluminium · Dibond · Acrylic — sign trays explained.
Three of the most common shop sign materials, what they each do well, what they each cost, and which one to ask for.
5 business signage trends defining South Wales in 2026.
What we're seeing across our brief inbox: from flush-mounted halo-lit logos to fleet wraps that look like factory paint, here are the five trends with staying power.
Behind the scenes: 140 signs in 6 weeks for Swansea City FC.
The full project rundown — survey to season-opener — including the surprises, the snag-walk find that nearly cost us, and what we'd change next time.