Full-Lit Guide
Full-Lit Guide

FULL-LIT ACRYLIC LETTER QUALITY GUIDE — WHEN EVERY EDGE GLOWS

Full-lit acrylic letters glow from every surface — front face, edges, and back. The effect is a letter that glows like a solid block of light.

Premium vinyl shopfront sign installed on glass vibrant clean edges Perth - Neon Brothers
ESSENTIAL
ESSENTIAL

ESSENTIAL — BUDGET FULL-LIT LETTERS

Who it is for: Who it's for: Budget commercial, small retail, short-term fitouts.

25mm depth — face + partial edge only. 5mm extruded acrylic. 1.0mm steel painted. Generic SMD face only. Hotspots visible close-up. No UV coat.

Spec at a glance
25mm · Face + partial edge · 5mm extruded · 1.0mm steel · Generic SMD
Essential tier vinyl sign example - Neon Brothers
PREMIUM
PREMIUM

PREMIUM — COMMERCIAL FULL-LIT LETTERS

Who it is for: Who it's for: Restaurants, gyms, retail, offices, permanent installations.

30mm depth — face + full edge lit with dedicated LED on all sides. 5mm cast acrylic (Plexiglas equiv). 1.2mm aluminium powder coat. Tier-1 120 LED/m all sides. UV spray coat. Named-brand CE driver.

Spec at a glance
30mm · Face + full edge · 5mm cast acrylic · 1.2mm aluminium · Tier-1 all sides · UV coat
Premium tier vinyl sign example - Neon Brothers
ELITE
ELITE

ELITE — 360° FULL-LIT ARCHITECTURAL LETTERS

Who it is for: Who it's for: Flagship retail, hotel, high-end restaurants, feature walls.

40mm depth — front + edge + back all glow (360°). 8mm cast acrylic — zero hotspot. 1.5mm brushed anodised aluminium. Samsung equiv 5-step MacAdam all surfaces. UV-cured lacquer all surfaces. Meanwell driver.

Spec at a glance
40mm · 360° all surfaces · 8mm cast · 1.5mm anodised alu · Samsung 5-step · UV lacquer all · Meanwell
Elite tier vinyl sign example - Neon Brothers
Side by Side
Side by Side

PARTIAL VS FULL EDGE VS 360° GLOW

Spec Essential Premium ★ Elite
Depth / Glow 25mm — face + partial edge 30mm — face + full edge 40mm — face + edge + back (360°)
Acrylic Face 5mm extruded 5mm cast (Plexiglas/equiv) 8mm cast — zero hotspot
Return 1.0mm steel painted 1.2mm aluminium powder coat 1.5mm aluminium brushed anodised
LED Coverage Face only — partial 5–7 years All sides Samsung 5-step
UV Protection None Face spray coat UV lacquer all surfaces
Warranty 1 year 2-year NBCare™ 2-year NBCare™
Three vinyl signs comparison showing quality differences over time - Neon Brothers
FAQ
FAQ

FULL-LIT ACRYLIC LETTERS — FAQ

Full-lit vs frontlit channel letters?+
Frontlit: only the face lights up, giving a clean, controlled glow. Full-lit: entire letter (face + sides) illuminates for maximum brightness and visibility.
What is 360° glow?+
Light from every surface — front, edges, and back. Only at 40mm Elite depth with LED on all sides including rear.
Why does acrylic thickness matter?+
5mm extruded: hotspots visible. 5mm cast: even diffusion. 8mm cast: zero hotspot, solid luminous appearance.
Steel vs aluminium returns?+
Steel: heavier, painted. Aluminium: lighter, precise, powder coat or brushed anodised finish.
Why does UV protection matter?+
UV degrades acrylic — yellowing, hazing, fade. Essential: none. Premium: face coat. Elite: lacquer ALL surfaces.
What depth should I choose?+
For shopfront windows that get direct sun, we recommend at minimum our Premium tier — long-term cast vinyl with UV laminate. If the shopfront faces north or west and gets intense afternoon sun (common in Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide), the Elite tier with UV-blocking matte laminate will significantly extend the sign's life and colour accuracy.
Do you ship signs Australia-wide?+
Yes. All signs are custom made and shipped tracked to any address in Australia — Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and regional areas. Signs are packed flat with protective backing to prevent damage during transit.
Can they go outdoors?+
Premium and Elite yes — UV-protected acrylic + CE drivers. Elite with UV lacquer all surfaces = best outdoor longevity.
BROTHERS

FULL GLOW EFFECT FOR YOUR FITOUT

Tell us the text, letter height, and whether you want edge-only or full 360° glow — we quote you the same day.

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