Custom Dibond Signs | Affordable Long Lasting Outdoor Signage
Dibond Signs
Dibond Signs
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Dibond sign material serves as the perfect affordable outdoor signboard. It lasts longer, offers greater durability, and has a thicker profile than standard aluminum signs while showcasing vibrant, full-color prints. You can quickly and efficiently order custom signs, especially Dibond signs, by using our online Dibond pricing tool, which quickly provides exact pricing in just a few clicks. We back every Dibond sign order with a satisfaction guarantee and a commitment to rectifying mistakes, ensuring buyer protection! Read More

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  • 1" All Corners $3.00
  • 3/4" All Corners $3.00
  • 1/2" All Corners $3.00
  • 1/4" All Corners $3.00
  • 3/8" All Corners $3.00
  • Halo $11.44
  • Circle $0.60
  • Oval $0.60
  • Special $11.44
  • Top & Bottom Center $3.00
  • Top Corners $3.00
  • All Corners $3.50
  • Top Corners $2.50
  • Top & Bottom Center $2.50
  • All Corners Only $3.00
  • Top Center $2.00
  • Stainless Steel Standoffs $18.95

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Custom Dibond Signs | Affordable Long Lasting Outdoor Signage

Weather Resistant - Vibrant - Any Custom Size or Shape

What is Dibond?

Dibond is an aluminum composite material (ACM) widely used for creating signs, displays, and other visual communication products. It consists of two thin sheets of aluminum bonded to a solid plastic core, resulting in a durable and lightweight material. This unique construction makes Dibond an excellent choice for outdoor signage, as it is weather-resistant and can withstand the elements without compromising its structural integrity. The solid plastic core sandwiching the plastic sign panel adds to its robustness, ensuring that your custom Dibond signs remain in top condition for years. Whether for outdoor signs or indoor displays, Dibond signage offers a high-quality, long-lasting solution for various applications.

Dibond Signs a Durable Indoor & Outdoor Sign Solution

Dibond is a brand of metal that has become so popular that people use it as a classification product, like saying “Kleenex” instead of “tissue.” Its extreme durability and weather resistance allow for endless use cases, including commercial buildings. Because of this, it’s great for the outdoors because it’ll last and has a very distinguished, polished look, like an indoor sign, to make your branding POP.

What sets Dibond signs apart is their customizability. Each sign can be tailored to your unique needs and preferences, from the features to the finish options. Whether you’re looking for a large outdoor sign to hang above your business or a smaller indoor sign, Dibond has you covered. The full Dibond sheets, available in 48 “ x 96” and specially ordered at 60 “ x 120” for large outdoor signs, offer ample space for your custom design. Additionally, Dibond sign material can be crafted into custom sign shapes beyond the standard square or rectangular designs, enhancing the visual impact of your business's signage. The benefits and versatility of printing dibond signs include their durability, a wide array of colors and finishes, and the ability to tailor them to specific needs.

Dibond is not just a fantastic product; it’s also reasonably priced, making it a smart investment for your business. Its versatility, durability, and affordability make it one of the most popular signs in the world. The fact that it can also be two-sided further enhances its value, allowing you to market your message or brand effectively. Two-sided Dibond signs are perfect for outdoor uses, such as real estate and directional signs, while one-sided signs are ideal for restrooms or for displaying menu items.

Display and Mounting Options

Display and Mounting Options

Custom Dibond signs and most outdoor business signs will be mounted with standard drill holes .25” in each corner and fastened with screws or bolts. However, you can opt for standoff hardware for a more elegant and unique feel. Standoffs are a bolt and screw system that allows for an off-the-wall float mount through .41” predrill holes in each sign corner. Check out brushed aluminum signs for an upgraded finish! Smaller dibond signs can be easily hung using double-sided tape or adhesive velcro.

Additional types of standard long-term Dibond mounting options are as follows;

  • Freestanding on a post (drill holes in the top and bottom in the center)

  • Mounted with drill holes between two poles (drill holes in all four corners)

  • Loctite

  • VHB acrylic tape (great for outdoor mounting)

  • French Cleats

  • Edge-grip standoffs

  • Dual-Grip Sign Standoff

Are Custom Dibond Signs Right For You & Your Business?

Figuring out if these are right for you is straightforward. Typically, the answer is YES because custom Dibond signs are affordable and can be used for various uses with excellent outdoor and indoor capabilities.

What are the Benefits?

Dibond signs are rigid composites with lightweight yet durable surfaces. They can be created through straight cuts or three-dimensional shapes. The unique feature of Dibond signs is the polyethylene core, which helps create a thick, sturdy sign without the added weight that a pure aluminum interior would create. This core also provides excellent insulation, making Dibond signs suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

  • 18w x 12h

  • 24w x 18h

  • 30w x 20h

These are available in both ¼ and ⅛ inch thickness. The recommended size depends on your needs, so talk to our representatives online if you're unsure. Generally, outdoor signage should be more prominent since people typically see them further away, so the 30x20 is ideal. In contrast, you can get the exact size for indoor if put in ample space, but usually, the 24x18 is suitable for relevant messaging like menus, while 18x12 labels small things like restroom signs.

Dibond Printing

Using advanced printing techniques, dibond printing involves applying your favorite images, text, logos, and other designs onto Dibond signs. We offer UV digital printing, which provides high-quality, vibrant results. Depending on the desired effect, the printing process can be customized to print on one or both sides of the sign. Dibond printing is renowned for producing sharp, vivid colors and a durable finish. It is ideal for businesses, organizations, and individuals looking to create eye-catching signs and displays. With Dibond signs, you can ensure your message stands out and remains visible for years.

Aluminum Signs vs. Dibond Signs

When choosing between aluminum signs and Dibond signs, it’s essential to understand their key differences. Aluminum signs are made from a single sheet of aluminum, making them a straightforward and cost-effective option. In contrast, Dibond signs are made from a composite material that includes two sheets of aluminum bonded to a solid plastic core. This construction makes Dibond signs more durable and weather-resistant, making them a superior choice for outdoor applications. While aluminum signs are often less expensive and suitable for indoor use or temporary signage, Dibond signs offer enhanced longevity and resilience, making them a worthwhile investment for long-term outdoor use.

Custom Design and Artwork

Creating effective Dibond signs involves custom design and artwork tailored to your specific needs. Businesses and individuals can collaborate with our in house graphic designers to develop unique, eye-catching designs that reflect your brand identity and messaging. The design process typically includes selecting appropriate colors, fonts, and images or logos that align with the brand’s visual identity—additionally, ensuring that the design is optimized for the chosen sign size and shape. Custom Dibond signs allow for a high degree of personalization, enabling you to create signage that truly stands out and effectively communicates your message.

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Indoors or Outdoors?

Though we pride ourselves on offering customers multiple affordable indoor and outdoor-use signs, Dibond is -without a doubt- an excellent option for use outdoors. Dibond is sometimes used inside to create a modern, streamlined industrial appearance for a custom interior business design or to complete a signature look. However, Dibond is best known for its outdoor application and resistance to the elements. It will keep its shape and integrity without being altered by weather fluctuations and looking for a classy way to mount your Dibond signs. Use standoffs for an elegant way to mount your newly purchased custom Dibond sign! What are standoffs? Click here to learn more about standoffs and how they can upgrade your look. Additionally, purchasing dibond signs online offers convenience and benefits, including secure transactions and a wide range of customization options.

What Shapes Can You Use for Your Dibond Signs?

Traditionally, you see most Dibond signs as squares or rectangles. However, since we allow full customization, you can do any shape you want, including contour cuts (to match your sign design/message tightly) or anything else you can think of as long as they make sense with the sign size you'd like to order. Get your business noticed with this extremely durable substrate!

Dibond Sign Cut Options

Cut options are a fantastic way to enhance the shape of your final design. They are always optional and are not a requirement for any order. Some cut finishes, like oval and circle cuts, have automated options where no additional art setup is required. At the same time, halo (contour cuts) and "special" cut options require advanced artwork setup. Here's a link to our guild on how to set up cut files.
Special Cut

Special Cut

With a special cut, the design style is entirely custom to the shape, with no border on the exterior; they may have drill holes in special sizes or even unique placement of holes. The special cut allows you to control the shape of the sign's outside and inside cut paths, giving you complete freedom to create a unique and eye-catching design for your business signage.

Halo Cut

Halo Cut

Halo cuts, or contour cuts, offer a unique design style for your Dibond signs. The design style is any custom shape, with a border (in most cases white) around the outside edge of the signage. This border adds a distinctive look to your signs, making them stand out and catch the eye of potential customers.

Circle Cut

Circle Cut

The circle cut options indicate that your signage is cut into perfect round custom signs. There is no need to demonstrate the circle shape in the file or include a dieline. There is no additional artwork set, and we ask that you have a .25" bleed or upload a square design with colors from edge to edge of the artboard.
Oval Cut

Oval Cut

Oval cuts are similar to the circle cuts above; however, the finish is oval. There is no additional artwork set, and we ask that you include a .25" bleed or upload a rectangular design with colors flooded edge to edge of the artboard.

Rounded Corner Options

Rounded Corner Options

A rounded corner is a finish option that allows you to change the exterior shape of your design without making any alterations to your art file. The round corner radial bend options are as follows:

  • 1" All Corners

  • 3/4" All Corners

  • 1/2" All Corners

  • 1/4" All Corners

  • 3/8" All Corners

Brushed Aluminum Signs

Brushed Aluminum Dibond is just as rugged as traditional Dibond but has a metallic brushed metal appearance. Brushed aluminum is commonly used for corporate logos or as an upgraded, elegant touch when adding business signage in or outdoors. Click here for pricing on Brushed Aluminum Signs!

Brushed Dibond

Composite Aluminum Sign Specifications

Composite aluminum signs, such as Dibond signs, come with several key specifications that make them suitable for various applications. These specifications include:

  • Sign Material: Composite aluminum, consisting of two sheets of aluminum bonded to a solid plastic core.

  • Thickness: Available in 1/8” or 1/4” options.

  • Size Range: Can be manufactured from 4" x 4" up to 48" x 96"

  • Printing: UV-cured, fade-resistant digital printing at a resolution of 1000 dpi.

  • Lifespan: Typically lasts 5-10 years outdoors, depending on weather conditions.

  • Physical Weight: 0.78125 lbs per ft.² (1/8” thickness), 1.3125 lbs per ft.² (1/4” thickness)

  • Durability: Weather proof, rustproof, and chemically resistant.

  • Temperature Resistance: -58 °F to +176 °F —high tolerance for hot, cold, and hot weather temperature extremes, harsh weather, and heavy rain.

These specifications make composite aluminum signs, such as Dibond signs, an ideal choice for businesses, organizations, and individuals looking to create high-quality, long-lasting signs and displays. Whether for outdoor or indoor use, Dibond signs offer a reliable and visually appealing solution.

Dibond Signs Lifespan

If the proper steps are followed during installation, you should expect the lifespan of Dibond signs to be 5 to 7 years. However, this can vary depending on extreme weather, hail, and constant direct sunlight. Use our UV gloss coating for additional sun protection.

Other Factors

  • Installed in a place without constant direct sunlight.

  • Installed adequately to a flat surface or post.

  • Exposure to abrasive products

Dibond Signs Lifespan

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The sign turned out better than I expected. It looks fantastic! Turnaround was very fast.


Verified Buyer
2 years ago by (NC, US)

High quality products. Every item I've made had been spot on perfect and perfectly sized. Very satisfied. Will continue to use them for my projects.


Verified Buyer
2 years ago by (CA, US)

Absolutely fantastic work. Customer service answered in a timely manner and artists were always there to listen to feedback/make the sign everything we wanted. The delivery time was great, no excessive waiting and it was wrapped in a way that protected the signs event if the outer box got a little banged up. Overall, a wonderful experience and the signs themselves came out perfect. Should we need any signs in the future, foamcoreprint will be our first choice. We will be recommending them to everyone else in our unit should they need signs for projects as well. Thank you again for all of the work.


Frequently asked Questions

FAQ

What is the difference between ACM and Dibond signs?

ACM (aluminum composite material) is considered off-brand or "generic." Dibond is a trademarked brand of aluminum composite material manufactured by 3A Composites. Foamcoreprint.com only uses genuine Dibond in the manufacturing process.

How much are Dibond signs?

The cost of Dibond signs with a full-color print is $16.87 per square foot, but it can be as low as $7.88 per square foot, depending on the volume at the time of purchase.

Dibond Sign Cost Breakdown

Units Size Cost Per Unit Sqft Discount Subtotal Total
1 12x12" $16.87   $16.87
250 12x12" $15.99 -$222.28 $3,996.00
500 12x12" $15.10 -$889.100 $7,547.50
1250 12x12" 12.43 -$5,556.88 $15,535.00
2500 12x12" $7.98 -$22,227.50 $19,955.00

What is the physical weight of Dibond per square foot?

The physical weight of .125" Dibond is 0.78125 lbs per ft.². The formula for weight calculation on your specif dimension product can be figured by multiplying your length x width divided by 144 x 0.78125 lbs per ft.² (1/8” thickness) or 1.3125 lbs per ft.² (1/4” thickness)= Your Physical Weight.

Is Dibond signage waterproof?

Yes, Dibond signage is waterproof, rust-proof, and weatherproof.

How long do custom Dibond signs last?

Custom Dibond signs are made of both aluminum and plastic sign material. Signs made from Dibond are some of the longest-lasting signs available and generally last around 5-10 years, but the life span can vary depending on the environment. Extreme heat or cold can negatively impact the lifespan of your Dibond signs. Even the duration of time through the day the signage is exposed to direct sunlight can affect the brightness of the original colors. If you'd like more protection, we always suggest our UV gloss coating. 

Can Dibond signs be used outdoors?

Yes, Dibond signs can be used outdoors. They are made from Aluminum composite material and will not rust. Dibond is highly durable and has the most extended Life Span of any other product in the printing industry. Its lifespan ranges from 5 to 10 years, depending on upkeep, servicing, and, most importantly, the sign's environment.

Is Dibond a metal?

Yes, Dibond is considered a metal. All components of the trademarked brand Dibond are rust, water, and weatherproof.

Is Dibond signs the same as Aluminum?

Yes, Dibond signs are considered aluminum products. However, we offer a standard aluminum sign, which is a solid .032" aluminum sheet.

How long will Dibond signs last outside in extreme weather?

Dibond's lifespan can vary depending on five key factors. But a general rule of thumb is 5-10 years. 

  1. Harsh or extreme weather

  2. How much sunlight exposure your sign has and how often

  3. How often is there salt on the ground from snowfall

  4. The colors selected for the design "Reds and bright oranges often fade first."

  5. Natural elements: hurricanes, tornados, heavy snow, flooding, and hail

Can I drill my own holes?

Yes, you can. While Dibond is fairly easy to drill through with the proper home drill and metal bits, it is not recommended.

What are standoffs?

A standoff looks like a complicated version of a screw, and it is. It's a separator that's threaded. What are standoffs? They come in different lengths to raise one material over another. They consist of a wall screw, barrel, and cap, usually made of aluminum. Please take a closer look in detail with images at our blog post.

What size does Dibond come in?

Everything Foam Core Print offers is manufactured to spec or "custom to order," meaning the clients select the exact finish size down to the 100th of an inch. We can manufacture as small as 4 " x 4" and as large as 48 " x 96 " on one sheet.

What is the turnaround or lead time for Dibond signs?

Our standard turnaround time is 3 business days, which is calculated from the approval of the art file for your order, not from the time of purchase. We also offer next-day and same-day production options.

Please note that the cutoff time to start production is as follows: for a standard 3-day turnaround, it is 10 AM PST; for next-day and same-day production, it is 8 AM PST.

Our fully automated website generates pricing when you add items to your cart. To get the most accurate pricing, add all desired items to your cart and proceed to checkout. This will allow you to update your zip code for shipping and turnaround options, providing a grand total for your dibond sign order.

 

What if I need help with a design?

Great question! Unlike other sign companies, we offer a FREE ONLINE DESIGN TOOL. It's very easy to use, allowing you to upload designs and create vector files that print flawlessly. As an additional option, we have an in-house graphic designer who can help make the design of your dreams. Start a chat or email info@foamcoreprint.com with the details of your requests to schedule a phone call to discuss pricing and the final details.

How do you mount Dibond signs?

There are many ways to mount Dibond signs; here is a list of today's popular mounting solutions. Check out our blog post on Dibond mounting options for a more in-depth look.

  • Standoffs

  • Screws and Bolts

  • Flush mount on a wall with drill holes

  • french cleaets

  • Split batten mounting

  • Hang on walls with 3m adhesive strips or double-sided Velcro tape

  • Hang from grommets

  • Double-sided acrylic VHB tape

  • 3M adhesive-backed hooks

How do I clean my Dibond Signs?

Cleaning your Dibond signs is simple and very easy. Here is a list of things you'll need, along with instructions;

  • Two microfiber cloths

  • One medium-sized bowl

  • Dish soap (Dove works great)

  • A bucket of hot or warm water would be great.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Use the first microfiber cloth and warm water to wash off any easy-to-remove dirt.

  2. Place an empty bowl next to your Dibond sign.

  3. Add dish soap into the bowl and add warm water.

  4. Soak the microfiber cloth in the soap water and gently wipe down the board. 

  5. Be sure not to rub or wipe too hard; pay attention not to scratch the surface. 

  6. Take your second and final microfiber cloth and dry off all remaining water until dry to the touch. 

  7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 until you are happy with the results.

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