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DOT Directional Signs… A Great Advertising Buy

OK, so their official name is a bit long; Official Business Directional Signs (OBDS for short). Most people just call them DOT signs. But whatever you call them, they can be a great advertising buy. If your business is off the beaten path, or even just off the main...

Is it Time for a New Sign?

Sure, you’ve got a sign. You’ve had it for many years. But when was the last time you actually took a critical look at it? Maybe it’s time you did just that. You’re sign is the often first impression your potential customers will have of your...

Longevity and the Classic Look

In the 35 years Marquis Signs has been in business, we have seen a lot of businesses come, and a lot of businesses go. In fact, some businesses that had long been established before we even came along have since succumbed to a bad economy. We feel fortunate to have...

Are Magnetic Signs Right for You?

Magnetic signs serve a good purpose; they are a cost effective way to get your business name on your vehicle. But are they the right choice for your situation? Magnetic signs are a good choice for certain uses: starting a new business, temporary use for a short...

Dimensional HDU Sign with Custom Bracket

This dimensional sign for Orbit Hairstyling in Lewiston, Maine, is fabricated from 1 1/2″ thick High Density Urethane (HDU) for longevity and to give it some extra dimension. The graphics were cut from 3/4″ thick PVC and applied to the face of the sign....

Vinyl Banners… An Affordable Alternative

Do you need a sign that will be temporary, or easy to transport to different locations? Maybe what you need is a vinyl banner. A banner is a cost-effective alternative to a rigid type of sign, and can be used in many different settings: at a trade show, a booth at a...

Using Photos with Vehicle Lettering

They say that a picture is worth a thousand words. So why not put a picture on your vehicle? Your truck is more than just a means to get to the job or deliver your customer’s goods; it is nothing less than a rolling billboard. Of course you want your company...

Carved and Sandblasted HDU Sign

This sign for the Lisbon Library, located on Main Street in Lisbon, Maine, is fabricated from 2″ thick high density urethane (HDU) and sandblasted with a method that makes it look like wood. The open book is a secondary piece of HDU dimensionally carved and...