When a sign needs to stay up for a long time, rigid materials are the way to go. ABS is a tough plastic sheet that is light, smooth and easy to mount, while Chromadek is a coated steel sheet widely used for outdoor signboards in South Africa. Both take full-colour printed vinyl and give a clean, professional finish for company names, directions, notices and branding.
These signs are made to measure, so they are quoted rather than priced in a calculator. Request a quote with your quantity and artwork using the form on this page, or upload your list if you need a set of signs for a building or several sites. Your quote is emailed with Accept online and pay buttons, and accepting it creates your invoice.
ABS or Chromadek: which to choose
Both materials work well, and the choice comes down to where the sign will live.
- ABS is light, easy to cut and well suited to indoor and sheltered signs
- Chromadek is steel, so it is rigid and suits exposed outdoor locations
- Both can be printed in full colour or finished with cut vinyl lettering
- Both can be drilled for screws or mounted on posts or frames
Common uses
Businesses use ABS and Chromadek for building signs, gate and boundary signs, parking and directional signs, opening-hours boards, office door signs and long-term site boards. Schools and churches use them for names and noticeboards, and contractors for project and safety signs. If your sign is mainly lettering on a plain background, see vinyl lettering for cut-vinyl options.
Artwork and sizing
Give us the width and height of the sign and where it will be mounted. Signs that are read from a road need larger type than signs at eye level. Send logos as vector files (PDF, AI, EPS or SVG) so edges stay crisp, or high-res PNG/JPG for photos. Our artwork guidelines explain bleed and resolution, and our design services team can prepare the layout.
Ordering, collection and delivery
Accept your quote online, pay by card or instant EFT, and approve the digital proof. Turnaround is confirmed on your quote. Collect your signs free from our Rivonia store, choose free delivery within 15 km of the store, or have them couriered anywhere in South Africa, priced by parcel weight at checkout.
Common questions
What is Chromadek?
Chromadek is a pre-coated steel sheet commonly used for outdoor signboards in South Africa. It is rigid and suited to exposed locations. We apply printed or cut vinyl to the surface to create your sign.
Can you make signs in any size?
ABS and Chromadek signs are cut to the size you need. Give us the dimensions and quantity on the quote form. If you need several sizes for one building or site, upload your list and we will quote them together.
Do you install signs?
Please tell us on your quote request if you need installation and where the sign is going. We will confirm on your quote what we can offer. Many customers mount smaller ABS signs themselves with screws or double-sided tape.
How long do these signs last?
Rigid signs are made for long-term use, but lifespan depends on sun exposure, weather and the vinyl used. Tell us where the sign will be installed and we will recommend materials suited to the location.