Custom A-frame signs you design online
An A-frame sign, also called a sandwich board or sidewalk sign, is one of the simplest ways to pull people off the sidewalk and through your door. Restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, salons, retail shops, realtors and churches use them for daily specials, open houses, events and directions. With this builder you pick a frame, drop in your artwork and see your sign in 3D before you pay. Prices start at $239.46 with a printed sign included.
Ardor Printing has made signs for Puget Sound businesses since 2012. Order here for free pickup at our shop in Snohomish, or have your A-frame sign shipped free anywhere in the United States. Looking for a set of signs, or help with the design? See A-frame signs in Seattle for recent jobs, or ask us for a quote.
Three A-frame signs to choose from
Standard Signicade
From $239.46
Your full color graphic is applied straight to a heavy-duty white frame. A good fit when your message stays the same, such as Open, Now Leasing or Parking.
- 24 x 36 in sign on each side
- Frame about 25 in wide x 46 in tall, 19 lb
- Fills with sand or water
Simposign II
From $249.44
A smaller, lighter frame that is easy to carry in and out every day. The printed signs slide in and out, so you can swap them for new promotions.
- 22 x 28 in changeable sign on each side
- Frame about 24 in wide x 37 in tall, 10 lb
- Fills with sand or water
Deluxe Signicade
From $340.50
Our most popular sandwich board. Recessed channels hold changeable signs and protect them from scuffs. Choose a white or black frame.
- 24 x 36 in changeable sign on each side
- Frame about 27 in wide x 46 in tall, 19 lb
- Fills with sand or water
Every sign is printed in full color with outdoor-rated UV inks and a matte finish that does not glare in the sun. Order one printed sign for the front, or two signs so people see your message from both directions.
How to order your A-frame sign online
- Pick a frame. Choose the Standard Signicade, Simposign II or Deluxe Signicade, then one or two printed sides.
- Add your artwork. Upload a JPG, PNG, PDF, AI, EPS, TIFF or PSD, then move and size it on the sign. No artwork? Choose Have Ardor design it for $50.
- Check it in 3D and sign your proof. Turn the sign around, look at both sides, then approve and sign your proof online.
- Pick up or ship, free. Collect your sign at our Snohomish shop or have it shipped to your door at no charge.
A-frame sign sizes and artwork tips
- Sign size: 24 x 36 in for the Deluxe and Standard Signicade, 22 x 28 in for the Simposign II.
- Resolution: build your art at full size at 150 dpi or higher. Vector PDF, AI and EPS files print sharpest.
- Safe area: keep words and logos inside the dashed red line, about 3/4 in from the edge, so the frame never covers them.
- Keep it short: one headline, one offer and your logo are easy to read from across the street.
Replacement A-frame inserts
Already own a Deluxe Signicade or a Simposign II? Choose Replacement inserts only in the builder to order new printed signs without buying another frame. Replacement inserts start at $64.94 and are printed on 4 mm white corrugated plastic (coroplast). For other sizes, see our coroplast yard signs.
Free pickup near Seattle, or free shipping
Pick up your order at Ardor Printing, 12531 Old Snohomish Monroe Rd., Snohomish, WA 98290, a short drive from Everett, Bothell, Bellevue and Seattle. Not local? Ground shipping is free. Questions before you order? Call (425) 629-0796.
A-frame sign FAQs
How much does a custom A-frame sign cost?
A custom A-frame sign starts at $239.46 for a Standard Signicade with one printed sign. The lightweight Simposign II starts at $249.44, and the Deluxe Signicade with changeable signs starts at $340.50. A second printed sign for the back costs a little more, and replacement inserts for a frame you already own start at $64.94. Every price includes full color printing and free shipping or free pickup at our Snohomish shop.
What size is the sign on an A-frame?
The Deluxe Signicade and the Standard Signicade hold a 24 x 36 inch sign on each side. The Simposign II holds a 22 x 28 inch sign on each side. The builder sets the right size for the frame you pick, so your art is laid out at full size.
What is the difference between the three frames?
The Deluxe Signicade has recessed channels, so printed inserts slide in and out and you can change your message any time. It comes in white or black. The Standard Signicade has your printed graphic applied straight to the frame, which suits a message that will not change. The Simposign II is a smaller, lighter frame with changeable 22 x 28 inch inserts that is easy to carry in and out each day.
Can I change the sign later?
Yes, on the Deluxe Signicade and the Simposign II. Choose Replacement inserts only in the builder to order new printed signs for a frame you already own. On the Standard Signicade the graphic is applied to the frame, so it is not made to be swapped.
Can I put different art on each side?
Yes. Choose 2 sides, then pick Different art on the back and upload a second file. You can also use the same art on both sides.
Will an A-frame sign blow over in the wind?
All three frames are hollow, so you can fill them with sand or water for extra weight. That keeps the sign steady in typical Puget Sound wind and rain. Bring it inside when a storm is on the way.
What kind of file do I need?
Upload a JPG, PNG, PDF, AI, EPS, TIFF or PSD up to 25 MB. For a sharp print, build your art at the full sign size at 150 dpi or higher and keep words and logos inside the dashed red line. No artwork? Choose Have Ardor design it and our designers lay it out for $50 and email you a proof.
Do I see a proof before you print?
Yes. Before checkout you review your proof, with your real artwork on the sign, and sign it online. We only contact you if there is a problem with your file. A copy of your signed proof comes with your order confirmation.
How long does a custom A-frame sign take?
Pickup orders are usually ready at our Snohomish shop in 2 to 4 business days after you approve your proof. Shipped orders usually arrive in about a week: most are printed in 1 to 3 business days, and ground shipping takes 3 to 5 business days. Need it sooner? Call (425) 629-0796 and ask about a rush order.
Do I need a permit to put an A-frame sign on the sidewalk?
It depends on your city and your landlord. Many cities allow one sandwich board sign per business as long as it leaves a clear path on the sidewalk, and some limit the size or ask for a permit. Check with your city before you set it out.
Do you make other signs and displays?
Yes. Ardor Printing also makes custom business signs, coroplast yard signs, banners, feather flags, pop-up tents and window graphics, and we wrap vehicles and walls for businesses across the Seattle area.
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