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We cannot take credit for designing either one of these, fairly complex, commercial signs. In each case, the client provided good-quality artwork. They both include, in addition to the original surface and sandblasted woodgrain background, a third level. On "Teddy's Bears", the red lettering, and the white area in the center; on "Cotapaxi", all the "snow" areas are routed down below the original surface, but above the sandblasted background.
Both these signs demonstrate how we can very often scale up and reproduce a design you provide on a sandblasted HDU sign. The ideal way to send a design is a CorelDraw or Adobe Illustrator file attached to an email message, but we can work with a variety of formats.

*How They're Made:*
	Sandblasted sign faces are most often made of HDU, or high-density urethane. This material has been proven superior to redwood in long-term exterior durability. Backgrounds are sandblasted in dramatic wood grain patterns using special jigs. Structural reinforcement is included, as required, using pressure-treated lumber. All surfaces are sealed, then finished with top-quality paints and stains designed for extended outside exposure in a variety of climates.
*What They Cost:*
	Our cost for each project is based on $60 per square foot. This cost is for a fully finished one-sided sign, designed and finished to your specifications. Signs finished on both sides are always thicker, usually include screw-eyes or integral pressure-treated wood frames, and are generally priced at $110.00 per square foot.
*How to Get One:*
	Fax a sketch, or email a description, describing your requirements. Include as much information as you have, including dimensions (approximate of precise), logos or art to be included, and color preferences. We will prepare a firm price quote and fax or email it back. There is no charge for this service.