Templates
Mounting templates are included in the cost of all standard cast letters 3" and larger and will
be provided unless otherwise specified when ordering.
Templates are not included in the price of custom cast letters and must be specified when
ordering.
Letter Spacing
Generally, letter spacing is referred to as the white space between letters of a word. The
total amount of white space between letters should be relatively equal in order for the letters
to read legibly. This does not mean that the spaces between letters are mechanically
measured to equal the same amount, but rather that the entire amount of space between
letters be roughly equal to the stroke of the letter.
Good Letter Spacing
Amount of white space between letters is visually
equal and is approximately the width of the letter
stroke.
Poor Letter Spacing
Amount of white space between letters has been
mechanically measured to be equal.
Letter Spacing
Certain letters and numerals are designed to be larger than the rest of the letters in a font in
order to look visually pleasing. The letters are C, G, J, O, Q, S and U and the numerals 2, 3, 5,
6, 8, 9 and 0. Letters that are rounded on both the tops and bottoms will extend slightly both
above and below a straight letter. Letters that are rounded on one end only will extend either
above or below a straight letter.
Characters in most standard fonts with rounded
tops will take slightly more vertical space than
straight line characters.
A variety of standard as well as special mounting methods are available to suit virtually any
installation.
Flush Mount with Studs (ST)
The backs of cast letters are drilled and tapped to accept
threaded studs. Letters are mounted flush to the wall surface.
Letters 3" in cap height and smaller are generally provided with
flat backs for adhesive mounting. These letters can be drilled
and tapped upon request.
All solid wall surfaces including brick, concrete, wood and stucco over cement
block.
Using studs and adhesive, most cast letters can be installed on hollow wall
construction (such as drywall over studs).
Recommended Uses:
A full-scale paper template to show spacing and mounting hole locations is included
with all standard letters 3" and larger. Using this template, drill holes into the wall slightly
larger than the diameter of the studs.
Insert threaded studs into the back of each letter. Verify accuracy of drilling by pushing
letter with the studs inserted into the holes. When ready for installation, fill holes with
silicone, epoxy or quick set cement. Press each letter into position and hold until the
adhesive sets.
Installation:
Projected Mount with Studs and Spacers (PM)
This mounting method is identical to flush mount except that
letters are projected away from the wall. Standard spacer
lengths are 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 3/4" and 1".
To level the front surfaces of letters mounted to slighly uneven wall surfaces.
To protect wall surface from possible discoloration from metal oxidation.
To restrict dirt, dust, rainwater and ice from accumulating behind the letters.
To allow for expansion of metal letters against the wall surface.
Recommended Uses:
Use the same installation procedures as for flush mount, but slide the spacers onto the
threaded studs prior to mounting.
Installation:
Back Bar Mount (BB)
Letters are pre-mounted in the factory to an aluminum bar. For
letters 6" in cap height and greater, we recommend using a
double bar mount. Letters under 6" would normally use a
single bar mount.
The bars are generally painted to match the background of
the mounting surface.
This mount is particularly effective on an irregular wall surface, such as the
corrugated steel fascia on prefabricated metal buildings.
Recommended Uses:
Mount back bars directly to the wall surface through the holes drilled into the bars. Type
of mechanical fastener depends upon the wall construction. Generally, machine
screws or sheet metal screws work effectively.
Installation:
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