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Monument Signs

What are Monument Signs?

Monument Signs are freestanding signs located at the entrances of neighborhoods, residential developments, or municipalities, serving to welcome residents and visitors while identifying the community by name. These signs often feature decorative elements like landscaping, lighting, or architectural details that reflect the character and identity of the area. Built from durable materials such as stone, brick, or metal, community monument signs enhance curb appeal and create a strong sense of place and pride for those living within the community.

Why consider Monument Signs?

This specific sign product creates a strong, lasting first impression and enhance visibility for their business, community, or property. These signs provide clear identification, help guide visitors, and reinforce branding with custom designs that reflect the identity of the location. Because they are durable and often placed at eye level near entrances, monument signs are effective for drawing attention and establishing a professional, permanent presence.

Options for Monument Signs

This sign product comes in a variety of styles, materials, and features to suit different needs and aesthetics. Common options include materials like brick, stone, stucco, metal, or high-density foam designed to mimic more expensive finishes. Designs can range from traditional to modern, with customization available for shape, size, and color. Many monument signs also offer additional features such as lighting (internal or external), digital message boards, or interchangeable panels for multi-tenant properties. These options allow businesses and communities to create a sign that aligns with their brand and enhances their visibility.

CARVED SIGNS

DIGITAL PRINT SIGNS

DIMENSIONAL SIGNS

Carved monument signs are a type of ground-level signage where text, logos, or designs are engraved or routed into the surface of durable materials like high-density urethane (HDU), wood, or stone. This carving technique gives the sign a dimensional, professional look that adds depth and character. Often painted or finished for added contrast and weather resistance, carved monument signs are popular for businesses, residential communities, and institutions seeking a classic, refined appearance that blends durability with visual appeal.

Digital print monument signs incorporate high-resolution printed graphics into the structure of the sign, allowing for vibrant colors, detailed images, and custom designs. These signs typically use durable materials like aluminum, acrylic, or high-density urethane as a base, with the digital prints applied as overlays or embedded panels. Ideal for showcasing logos, photos, or complex artwork, digital print monument signs offer a modern, eye-catching look and are often protected with UV-resistant coatings to ensure long-lasting clarity and color outdoors.

Dimensional monument signs feature raised or recessed elements—such as letters, logos, or design accents—that add depth and texture to the sign’s surface. Typically crafted from materials like metal, acrylic, PVC, or high-density urethane, these signs create a striking visual effect that enhances readability and aesthetic appeal. Dimensional features can be painted, layered, or illuminated for added impact, making them a popular choice for businesses and communities looking for a bold, professional appearance that stands out in both daylight and nighttime settings.

Designed and Fabricated all in house. Duff Signs will handle everything for your custom built pylon sign, community entrance sign, directional signs and many more. Make a lasting first impression of your community as an attractive place to live. An investment in a custom community entrance and way finding signs are an invaluable investment in the overall perceived community quality. Property managers have shared with us that foot traffic doubled the week their new signs were installed!

Duff Signs will be happy to assist in developing a sign system not only in harmony with your architecture and landscaping. But one that will get you noticed and get you results. And do not worry about the signage installation, we have that covered as well.

Property directional signage can include-

Custom-made street signs
Free standing post and panel directional signs
Building directional signs
Building address numbers
Regulatory signs

Park Crescent Apartments

EXTERIOR MAIN ID & WAYFINDING SIGNS

Client case study coming soon!

Rosedale Estates

COMMUNITY ENTRANCE SIGN

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Leishear Village

CARVED COMMUNITY ENTRANCE SIGNS

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Apartment Community, Carved Sign with Faux Stone Base

Client: Park Crescent Apartments

Project: Exterior Main ID Signs installed throughout various locations around the property.

Final Sign Product: Client case study coming soon!

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Community Post-mounted, Carved Sign

Client: Rosedale Estates

Project: Community, exterior, carved monument sign

Final Sign Product: Rosedale Estates monument sign is a post mounted, carved community sign installed at the entrance of the community. This particular sign is a good example of how Duff Signs can carve multiple elements and paint each of them a specific color that is different from the remaining carved elements. Allowing for a combination of multiple colors.

Community, Carved Sign with Faux Stone Base

Client: Leishear Village

Project: Freestanding, carved Monument Signs with faux stone base

Final Sign Product: Leishear Village monument signs are freestanding carved monument sign for the housing community is elegantly designed and prominently displayed on a sturdy faux brick base, giving it a classic and upscale appearance. The sign features deeply carved lettering and decorative elements, adding depth and sophistication to its design. Positioned at the community entrance, the monument serves as a welcoming landmark, blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape while enhancing the neighborhood’s identity and curb appeal.