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An Introduction To Vintage Neon Signs

By Esther Salazar


Businesses always look for ways to attract more customers. Many do so by making the outside of their shops as appealing as possible. These shops also draw attention when they put up signages that can be seen from quite a distance. Once day turns into night, these stores can rely on vintage neon signs.

Such a product is made from glass with gas in it. The glass can be heated and bent to the shape that is desired. A worker will have to do this manually as customers will generally have their own special design. The colors are the effects of the kind of tube that was used and the type of gas that was utilized. There are many colors that can be produced.

Generally, these glass tubings are used to form the logo or the name of the company. The customer can of course request for anything he or she wants. With an attractive design, the final product can be quite striking. Combining colors and creating a pattern where specific areas are lit on or turned off also makes for a dramatic display.

This style of advertising started in the twentieth century. The dancing and colorful lights became a familiar sight. During the heights of its popularity, entire streets were decorated with these displays. Because it was visible and served its purpose, businesses even up to now still use it.

As time passed, different materials became more popular. Today, they do not only hold the interest of shop owners, they are also sought by homeowners. These pieces can make a unique addition to any room. It can provide enough light at parties for example or it could be used to get that vintage look.

Given that these items are not as popular anymore, they can be pretty difficult to find. Many people are worried that these signages will completely disappear. Groups that aim to preserve these products have been created. There are places where you can go to see these items on display. People have also started collecting these items.

Because these items are old and can get easily broken, it can be a challenge for many to collect them. The cost can also get pretty steep as there are some that are rare and hard to find. Collectors can search for these products in garage sales, auctions, other collectors, and even in online sites.

Luckily, there are indeed companies that can be hired to help with the restoration process. There are professionals who can help repair damaged components and replace missing parts. It will be advantageous on your part to hire someone with a lot of experience so you can look forward to great results.

Vintage neon signs used to be so popular. They were put up as a way to draw the eye of people passing by and hopefully interest them in buying something from the shop. The signages come in many different colors and designs. They can be used for advertising, decoration, and may even be collected by enthusiasts.




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