Installation Methods for Letters, Logos & Plaques
Check out the various mounting methods below along with our handy Step-By-Step Guides, Videos, and Downloadable PDFs
Pick Your Installation Method
- Best For: Outdoor Installs, Textured Walls, Heavier Letters (letters over 12" or metal), or if you want letters to standoff from wall
- Not Ideal For: When you can't drill into surface
- Best For: Smooth indoor walls, lightweight letters or when you dont want to drill into the surface (tile, glass, etc)
- Not ideal for: textured surfaces, dusty/chalky paint, very heavy letters
- Best For: Lighted Letters (Halo Lit, Front Lit, etc)
- Not Ideal For: If power or wiring is not accessible
- Best For: Cast Aluminum & Cast Bronze Plaques
- Not Ideal For: non-plaque signage
"Which Method is Right for Me?" Decision Guide
Best choice: Stud Mounts
Textured surfaces reduce contact area for tape and can cause failures over time. Stud mounting anchors the letters mechanically and is the most reliable option for masonry and rough finishes.
Recommended: Stud Mounts Guide
Best choice: Double-Sided Tape (VHB)
If your surface is smooth, clean, and non-porous (painted drywall in good shape, glass, metal, acrylic panels), VHB tape is the quickest method and keeps the wall intact.
Avoid tape if the paint is dusty/chalky, peeling, or heavily textured.
Recommended: Double Sided Tape Guide
Best choice: Stud Mounts
Exterior installs face heat/cold cycles, moisture, and wind forces. Stud mounts are the most dependable long-term method for outdoor signs—especially for larger or heavier letters.
Recommended: Stud Mounts Guide
Best choice: Stud Mounts
Large letters put more stress on adhesives and can shift over time. Stud mounts distribute the load and keep letters aligned. For challenging walls, mounting to a backer panel can simplify installation and increase strength.
Recommended: Stud Mounts Guide
Best choice: Double-Sided Tape (VHB)
Glass and metal are ideal for tape mounting because they’re smooth and non-porous. Clean thoroughly first, align with a level/template, and apply firm pressure to each letter for a strong bond.
Recommended: Double Sided Tape Guide
Best choice: Any method + use the pattern/template
Most alignment problems come from a shifting template or skipping a level line. Secure the pattern well, re-check level, and dry-fit a couple pieces before committing.
If you need maximum “locked-in” placement, stud mounts are easiest to keep perfectly aligned once holes are drilled.
Recommended: Stud Mounts Guide or Double Sided Tape Guide
Best choice: Double-Sided Tape (VHB)
For smooth indoor surfaces, tape is typically the fastest method—no drilling, no anchors, and minimal tools. The key is surface prep and firm pressure during install.
Recommended: Double Sided Tape Guide
Install Method by Signage Type
Comparison Table
| ACRYLIC | SOLID METAL | FOAM | METAL LAMINATE | CAST METAL | LIGHTED | PLAQUES | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STUD MOUNTS | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| DOUBLE SIDED TAPE | YES | *only for 6" or less | YES | YES | NO | NO | NO |
Downloads & Videos
Stud Mounts
Double Sided Tape
Lighted Install
Plaque Install
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