White front-lit ATELIER channel letters above a modern dark stone storefront at dusk
Custom illuminated lettering

Custom LEDChannel Letters.

Give your brand a distinct presence with custom illuminated letters. Explore front-lit, halo-lit, front & back-lit and full-lit effects, shaped around your logo and installation.

  • Custom Letters & Logos
  • Four Lighting Styles
  • Material & Finish Options
Product visualization
Find your lighting effect

Four Ways to
Light Your Letters.

Start with the look you want. Each style changes where the light appears: on the face, behind the letter, or across its sides.

Images are illustrative product visualizations. Final appearance depends on your confirmed design, materials and installation.

Front-lit FORM channel letters with illuminated white faces and opaque dark metal sides01 / Front-lit

Front-lit Letters

A bright illuminated face gives your lettering a clear, direct presence. Opaque side returns frame the light and define the depth of each letter.

Illuminated face · Opaque sides · No rear halo
Brushed metal FORM letters with opaque faces and warm white backlighting forming halos on a dark wall02 / Halo-lit

Halo-lit Letters

Light shines onto the wall behind opaque letters, creating a soft halo around their silhouette. The visible finish stays at the center of the design.

Rear halo · Opaque face & sides · Also called back-lit
Front and back-lit FORM letters combining illuminated white faces, opaque dark sides and warm wall halos03 / Front & Back-lit

Front & Back-lit Letters

Combine an illuminated face with a rear wall halo. This two-direction lighting effect adds a second layer of light while keeping the side returns opaque.

Illuminated face + rear halo · Also called combination-lit
Full-lit opal acrylic FORM letters with both front faces and deep side surfaces illuminated04 / Full-lit

Full-lit Letters

Light extends across the face and sides for a luminous dimensional effect. Translucent acrylic brings the depth of the lettering into the illuminated design.

Illuminated face + sides · Luminous acrylic body
Compare the effects

Where Should the Light Go?

Use the lighting direction to narrow down your preferred style, then refine the structure around your artwork and site.

Lighting styleWhat lights upVisual characterApplication ideas
Front-litFront faceClear, direct illuminated letteringStorefront names & retail branding
Halo-litWall behind the letterMetal finish with a soft rear glowReception walls & hospitality signage
Front & back-litFront face + rear haloDefined face with layered wall lightingFeature storefronts & brand walls
Full-litFront face + side surfacesLuminous letter depth from several anglesInterior displays & custom logo signs

Here, “full-lit” means face-and-side illumination. Rear illumination is specified separately. Wall color, surface texture, mounting distance and ambient light influence the final effect.

Close view of a channel letter A showing a white acrylic face, brushed metal side return and finished edge

Illustrative finish detail. Materials and construction are confirmed for each design.

Make it your own

Your Logo.
Your Finish. Your Light.

Share your artwork and preferred appearance. The letter structure, material combination and lighting can then be reviewed together.

Size & Letter Depth
Overall dimensions, individual letter height and depth suited to your design.
Fonts & Custom Logos
Lettering, symbols and logo shapes based on your supplied artwork.
Materials
Acrylic faces or bodies, with metal components where the structure requires them.
Colors & Finishes
Discuss painted colors, brushed metal and other finishes against your reference.
LED Color & Effect
Specify the light color and whether the face, sides or rear halo should illuminate.
Mounting Method
Review direct mounting, standoffs or a supporting panel for the installation surface.
Beyond the lighting effect

Plan the Details
Behind Your Sign.

A complete brief includes more than the front view. Confirm the site, mounting arrangement and electrical requirements before production.

Prepare Your Enquiry

Sign shop or agency? Discuss Custom & OEM requirements →

01 / Artwork

Design & Layout

Review letter proportions, dimensions, finishes and the proposed lighting effect against your artwork.

02 / Location

Site & Exposure

Specify indoor or outdoor use, wall material and exposure so the proposed construction can be reviewed.

03 / Installation

Mounting & Power

Agree fixing positions, cable routes, power supply requirements and the information your local installer needs.

04 / Delivery

Packing & Shipping

Confirm quantity, destination, protective packing and delivery terms as part of the quotation.

Imagine the application

Bring Light to Your Brand.

Explore three ways illuminated letters can work in a space. These are illustrative concepts, rather than completed customer projects.

Front-lit ATELIER lettering used as a storefront sign on a dark stone facade
Storefront branding

A Clear Street Presence

Front-lit lettering makes the illuminated name the focal point of a storefront.

Bronze STUDIO letters with warm rear halos above a minimalist office reception desk
Reception & hospitality

Let the Halo Set the Mood

Backlighting frames the letter silhouette while keeping the metal finish visible.

Full-lit acrylic FORM letters with glowing faces and sides on a boutique interior display wall
Retail & interior displays

Light with Dimension

Illuminated faces and sides bring the depth of acrylic lettering into the display.

Before you enquire

A Few Useful
Answers.

Choosing a lighting effect, preparing artwork and planning your installation.

What is the difference between front & back-lit and full-lit letters?

Front & back-lit letters combine an illuminated face with a halo on the wall behind them; the sides are usually opaque. On this page, full-lit letters have illuminated faces and sides. If you also want rear illumination, include that in your enquiry so the structure can be discussed.

Can you work from my logo or chosen font?

Send your logo or lettering together with the approximate overall size. Vector artwork such as AI, EPS, SVG or a vector PDF is useful. A reference image or sketch can also be a starting point; fine strokes and small details need to be reviewed against the proposed construction.

Can LED channel letters be used outdoors?

Outdoor suitability depends on the materials, construction, electrical components and site exposure. Tell us where the sign will be installed. Any required ingress protection rating, electrical certification or other project standard should be stated and confirmed in the quotation.

Can I customize the face color and lighting color?

Include your preferred daytime appearance, illuminated color and finish reference. Face material and LED color work together to create the final appearance. For front & back-lit letters, specify the face and halo colors separately.

How are the letters mounted and powered?

The arrangement depends on the letter structure and installation surface. Share a site photo and wall details so mounting points, standoffs or a support panel can be reviewed. Confirm power supply location, cable routing, installation documents and included accessories before ordering. Final mounting and electrical connection should be handled by your local installer.

What affects the price and production time?

Size, letter count, logo complexity, materials, finishes, lighting configuration, quantity and packing requirements all affect the quotation. Send the destination and required delivery date as well, so production timing and shipping options can be discussed for your project.

Do you support sign shops and OEM orders?

For trade enquiries, include your drawings, quantities and any labeling, packaging or documentation requirements. Production scope, branding requirements and delivery terms should be agreed as part of the quotation.

Start your project

Get a Quote for
Your Channel Letters.

Send your logo, approximate dimensions and preferred lighting effect. Not sure which style fits? Include a reference image and a photo of the installation location.

Take Another Look at the Styles

Tell Us About Your Sign

Have these details ready when you open the enquiry form.

  1. Artwork & DimensionsLogo or sign content, overall width and height, and quantity.
  2. Lighting & FinishFront-lit, halo-lit, front & back-lit or full-lit; preferred colors and materials.
  3. Installation LocationIndoor or outdoor, mounting surface, and a site photo if available.
  4. Destination & TimelineDestination country and your preferred delivery date.
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Still deciding? Share your preferred look and ask for guidance.

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