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There is a lot of talk about the difference between traditional acrylic letters and those cut with a laser. Recently, our team designed, produced, and installed several sets of laser-cut acrylic letters in Somerset, NJ. Let’s take a closer look.

Case Study: Home Instead Requests Laser-Cut Signs

As we noted previously, Home Instead is a returning client. When the business underwent a rebranding, the client asked us to assist with rebranding signs in Millburn and now in Somerset. Our technicians changed all graphics to reflect the new logo and color treatment. The logo and lettering impress with crisp edges and a highly detailed rendition of the spacing. Once we fabricated the acrylic style elements, we painted them in the client’s brand colors before flush-mounting the letters and logo.

Traditional versus Laser Cut Acrylic

Why did our clients request laser-cut letters? Can you paint laser-cut acrylic? How do you clean acrylic after laser cutting? Let’s compare router and laser-cut acrylic.

Precision and Detail Differences

Laser-cut letters and logos impress with their precise, sharp edges and clean lines. If your logo is intricate, features detailed patterns, or has specific spacing requirements, the laser cutter will do the design justice. Routing also allows for accuracy, but it lacks the level of detail and precision that more intricate designs require. It is more challenging to reproduce complex designs. 

Customization Options

Laser cutting supports all the latest design trends. Examples include three-dimensional lettering, layering, the introduction of multiple materials, and backlighting. Scaling to any size is possible without compromising accuracy and detail. Routing shines when you are looking to engrave acrylic or cut it into basic shapes. Although customization is certainly possible, it is more limited and may not be a good option when you want to create mixed-media signage.

Painting and Cleaning

Acrylic is a suitable material for painting. That said, we also work with acrylic that received a base color at the factory level. The advantage of the latter is that the color is an integral part of the material, ensuring long-lasting effects. Both laser-cut and routed acrylic can be painted. Moreover, both signage types can be cleaned with a damp cloth to remove dust. 

Is Laser-Cut Signage Right for Your Business?

When we produce laser-cut acrylic letters in Somerset, Millburn, Chatham, or any of the surrounding areas, you will appreciate the fast production time. Computerized precision translates into laser cuts that are ideally suited for producing one or one hundred signs featuring your specs. Since more manual labor is involved in routing acrylic, the turnaround time may be slightly slower. That said, router and laser-cut acrylic logos are well-suited for lobbies, conference rooms, and anywhere else that you want to display your branding. 

Discuss your options with our team today!