Flat-cut letters are individual letters and logos cut from a single solid sheet, typically 5–10 mm acrylic, aluminium composite or metal, and fixed flush to a wall or held off it on stand-offs.
Why choose flat-cut letters in Northumberland?
- Small firms moving into a new Blyth unit can start with flat-cut letters at reception, adding exterior signs once the lease is settled.
- Ground-floor shops in Blyth can mount 10 mm metal letters on stand-offs over a painted fascia, getting depth for less.
- For a Blyth salon or studio on a modest budget, matte black acrylic on a pale wall gives a designed look without fabrication costs.
Guide prices in Northumberland
Guide prices for flat-cut letters run from £18 to £65 per letter, excluding VAT. The table below breaks that down; your actual price is fixed in writing once we have surveyed the site or checked the artwork.
| Item | Guide, ex VAT | Inc. VAT (20%) |
|---|---|---|
| Flat-cut letter, 300 mm tall | £18 – £65 | £21.60 – £78 |
| Typical reception or fascia name set | £320 – £1,200 | £384 – £1,440 |
| Fitting template and locators | £45 – £120 | £54 – £144 |
Material and thickness drive most of the difference: acrylic and aluminium composite sit at the lower end, solid metal and mirror finishes at the top. Letter count and height, stand-offs, colour matching, the wall surface and access follow, and every price is confirmed after an artwork check and survey.
Do you need permission for a sign in Northumberland?
Will you need permission? For a non-illuminated sign at your own business address in England, usually not, as long as it stays inside the deemed consent limits: letters no taller than 0.75 m (0.3 m in an area of special control) and nothing above the bottom of a first-floor window. Historic streets need more care. In a conservation area the details matter more, and fixing to a listed building usually needs listed building consent, with fixings into mortar joints rather than brick or stone faces generally preferred. We check with you before anything is ordered, and can prepare drawings and photos for an application, or submit it for you.
Options worth considering
Solid metal letters
Aluminium, stainless or brass-effect sheet with a crisp metal edge.
Aluminium composite letters
Light, rigid letters, a cost-effective choice for exterior fascias.
Vinyl-faced letters
Clear or white letters faced with vinyl for exact brand colours.
Towns in Northumberland
The towns below are all part of our coverage of Northumberland. Each link opens the flat-cut letters page for that town, with guide prices, consent notes and how to get a quote.
Start your flat-cut letters enquiry for Northumberland now: images and rough measurements help us price accurately. Quotes cost nothing, and you see and approve the design before production starts.