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Projecting & hanging signs · Nottinghamshire

Projecting and hanging signs in Nottinghamshire

Whatever kind of business you run in Nottinghamshire, from a high-street shop to a fleet of vans, projecting and hanging signs can be planned, priced and carried out through Smart Signs. We take care of the details that cause problems later, including measurements, fixings, consent and access, and we work right across the East Midlands region and beyond.

From £395 per sign + VAT · UK guide price
Dark green oval hanging sign 'BREW & CRUMB' on a black wrought-iron bracket on a market-town street.

A projecting sign is a sign, usually double-sided, fixed at right angles to a building on a wall bracket, so it can be read by people approaching along the street from either direction.

Why choose projecting and hanging signs in Nottinghamshire?

  • A small Nottingham shop squeezed between larger neighbours can still be spotted from the end of the street with a well-placed hanging sign.
  • Upstairs businesses in Nottingham, such as salons, studios and accountants, can use a projecting sign at street level to mark a side door.
  • Corner units in Nottingham gain twice, because a projecting sign on the corner catches people coming from both streets.

Guide prices in Nottinghamshire

Use these figures to budget: £395 to £1,350 per sign is the guide range, with VAT added on top. Each line in the table is indicative only, and your exact price is confirmed after a survey or once we have looked over the artwork.

Projecting & hanging signs in Nottinghamshire: guide prices, supplied and fitted
ItemGuide, ex VATInc. VAT (20%)
Double-sided panel sign with standard bracket£395 – £850£474 – £1,020
Shaped or painted sign with decorative bracket£650 – £1,350£780 – £1,620

A double-sided panel sign with a standard bracket is guided at £395 to £850, supplied and fitted and excluding VAT. Shaped or painted signs with a decorative bracket are guided at £650 to £1,350. Both are confirmed after survey and an artwork check.

Do you need permission for a sign in Nottinghamshire?

In England, a non-illuminated sign on your own business premises usually falls under deemed consent, which means no application is needed provided the sign stays within set limits. The lettering and symbols should be no more than 0.75 m tall (0.3 m in an area of special control), and the top of the sign should sit no higher than the bottom of any first-floor window. Conservation areas and listed buildings need more care: a sign on a listed building usually also needs listed building consent. We check the position for your premises before you commit, and we can prepare the drawings and photos for an application or submit it for you.

Options worth considering

Painted timber-style sign

Moulded board in timber or timber-effect aluminium for period frontages.

Oval or round hanging sign

Classic shapes on hooks or chains for cafés, pubs and bakeries.

Modern blade sign

A rigid sign on a flat-bar or tube arm that doesn't swing.

Towns in Nottinghamshire

Main towns in Nottinghamshire where we design, make and fit signage, including projecting and hanging signs. Select yours, or simply get in touch if your town or village is missing from the list.

Get a free price for projecting and hanging signs in Nottinghamshire. Use the quote form, phone or WhatsApp, include a few pictures and measurements, and we will send a written quote followed by a design for your approval.

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Projecting and hanging signs in Nottinghamshire: questions

Can I reuse my existing bracket?

Often, yes, if it is sound, sized for the new sign and securely fixed. We check the wall plate, fixings and arm for rust or cracking at survey. A larger or heavier sign than the old one may need a stronger bracket, and we tell you before quoting.

Will someone visit my premises in Nottingham before quoting?

If the job needs it, yes. For signs fixed to a building, anything illuminated or work at height, we arrange a survey to measure, check the wall and plan access. For window graphics, lettering and many vehicle jobs, clear photos with measurements are often enough, and we only visit if something needs a closer look.

Is there a typical lead time for projecting and hanging signs in Nottingham?

Yes, though it varies with the job. The lead time typically runs from the day you approve the proof, not from the first enquiry, and is typically a few weeks. Survey visits, artwork changes and any consent application sit before that point, so getting photos, sizes and logo files to us early typically shortens the overall timescale.

Will a hanging sign swing or squeak?

A sign hung from hooks or chains will move in the wind, which is part of the traditional look. Nylon or brass bushes on the hooks reduce squeaking and wear. On an exposed corner, a fixed blade sign mounted rigidly to the bracket won't swing at all.

Will the location in Nottingham affect the cost of projecting and hanging signs?

Location is one factor among several, alongside size, material, access equipment and design time. Our guide range is £395–£1,350 per sign + VAT; any travel, parking or access costs for your site in Nottingham are included in the written quote we confirm after a survey or artwork check, so you can see them before you commit.

What shape works for a small shop?

Simple shapes read quickest: an oval, circle or rectangle with the name and one symbol. Signs cut to an object, such as scissors or a coffee cup, work well when the trade is obvious from the shape. Keep text short, because people read it while walking past.

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