For a long time, the totem or monolith sign has played an important role in signage, from the first impression at a corporate headquarters, to advertising within shopping malls, directions in streets, airports and railway stations and information at petrol stations....

Peter was invited to view the latest CNC facilities at Cherwell Signs. As a writer on signage and other industry topics, he was well aware that Cherwell had this capability, but surprised by the scope. He writes: I was interested to learn that Cherwell's CNC Routing...

Many businesses will request a wall sign to promote their business. At Cherwell we offer a number of different wall sign systems, from company logo signs, to projecting wall signs and custom wall sign trays. Here we outline 5 common types, and how they compare.  ...

What Is Aluminium Composite In Signage? Aluminium composite sheet consists of two thin layers of aluminium with a plastic core laminated between them. The surfaces look and act very similar to solid sheets of aluminium, but with much less metal, making it cheaper and...

Modern sign-making is made possible with the latest computerised routers, laser cutters and highly trained operators. In this article, we are looking at some of the hidden costs of do-it-yourself manufacturing. The Right Machine For The Job Machinery is a big part of...

I’ve heard it suggested that sustainability does not matter in the signage sector. “Signs last forever anyway” or “My customers don’t care about sustainability, only about price.” I’d agree that not all customers are the same and of course, there will always be...

 Puzzled by the array of different product names in Signage? See our list of some common ones, with a brief explanation and link to the product pages. ACM: Aluminum Composite Material, a lightweight and rigid sheet consisting of a core layer sandwiched between two...

The sign-making trade, like many others, has experienced rapid changes in recent years; these include technological advances and a growing focus on environmental sustainability in materials and inks. Delve into the current trends and their implications for the future...

At Cherwell Sign Supplies we are moving with the times to ensure our part in your valued supply chain is both reliable, sustainable and based on your feedback. We are aiming to make it easier for sign makers to meet their own sustainability targets through new...

Hanging signs; Open for business Hanging signs are probably one of the most enduring forms of marketing, still signposting prospects into physical shops, stores and cafes as they have for centuries. Even with today’s wayfinding apps, shoppers still look out for your...