Wed Sep 29, 2004 2:12 pm Author: Shane Drew
Gooday Pete,
I do a lot of real estate work.
A standard sign here is 600x900mm. I use 5mm corflute because it lasts longer. I also use fPVC if it is going in a flash or expensive area.
I usually frame it with timber, with legs 200 or 300mm longer than the sign.
The client pays for the sign, I always own the frame.
The client rings me when the property is sold, and I collect the sign in the price originally quoted. That way I tell them it is a free removal, and it ensures I usually get my frame back. You will have to allow for some frames to be stolen (about 20%), so they can not be too dear to make. Always paint the frames as they last longer, and look more expensive. I usually make a batch at a time.
Cost wise, you're on your own, me being in Oz and all.
Finally, you'll need to find the legal size that your local authority allows. Councils in Australia universally only allow 600x900 signs without needing permission. We also use 1200x1800 signs, and although they are technically illegal, the councils tolerate them until a member of the public complains, then they must be removed.
Support of the frame is simply with star pickets. They are cheap and quick to install. Your council may have a ruling on this too, as some areas or developments have a building code that covers this style of temporary sign as well.
Hope this is of some help.
Cheers
Shane