Channel letter types explained: face-lit, halo-lit, combination and non-illuminated
How each family of channel letters handles light, where it works best, and which of our 11 production profiles matches it.
Acrylic & vacuum-formed letters
Classic or Italian-style acrylic letters; light can also shine through the return.


CNC- or laser-cut letters with a return depth chosen to suit the letter size, usually on a PVC foam back. Available in classic or Italian style; light can also come out through the return.
| Construction | CNC/laser-cut face, side band, PVC foam or metal back |
|---|---|
| Styles | Classic or Italian style |
| Options | Light-emitting side band, or vacuum-formed (printed) face |
| Colours | Ready acrylic colours; specific colours or images by digital print |
Colourful retail and hospitality signs, including all-round glowing letters.
Trade only – we produce for sign makers and agencies, not for end users.
Send these six choices with your artwork and letter heights – we confirm the details and price before production.
Vector file, letter heights and installation details.
Profile, material, depth, colour, mounting and lighting.
We confirm details and pricing before production.
Cut, welded, finished, lit and checked in our factory.
Carefully packed for transport to your workshop.
How each family of channel letters handles light, where it works best, and which of our 11 production profiles matches it.
What each material brings to a channel letter – fabrication, finishes, weight and look – and how the choice maps onto our production profiles.
Send us your artwork and sizes – we will come back with the right profile, materials and a quotation.