Chromadek shop front
Powder-coated steel panel with vinyl or printed graphics. SA's most common shop signage.
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CHR
Chromadek
Shop front standard
3D Letters
Fabricated steel
JHB Sign Makers
Supply & install
R250+
Starting price
Correx board, basic
3-28
Day turnaround
Simple to illuminated
8+
Sign types
Chromadek to LED
5+
Materials
Chromadek, ACM, perspex
Sign typesWhat kind of sign
What kind of sign
do you need?
Eight common sign types, from basic correx boards to full pylon installations. JHB sign makers typically specialise in 2–3 of these.
Acrylic / perspex
Smooth flat panels, often backlit or with raised letters. Premium professional look.
3D fabricated letters
Individual letters in aluminium, acrylic or stainless steel. Common for corporate buildings.
Illuminated / LED
Backlit panels, channel letters, neon-effect LED. For visibility at night.
Pylon & monolith
Free-standing roadside signs for filling stations, complexes and retail parks.
Correx / corrugated
Lightweight corrugated plastic. Temporary, election boards, real estate.
ACM / aluminium composite
Sandwich panel for large flat signs. Durable, weather-resistant, lightweight.
Window graphics
Frosted vinyl, one-way vision film, full-colour window decals.
MaterialsMaterial choices
Material choices
explained.
The right material affects longevity, appearance and price. Most JHB sign makers stock the first three; specialists handle the rest.
Chromadek 0.5mm
Standard shop front material. Pre-painted galvanised steel.
Acrylic 3-10mm
Clear or coloured perspex. Common for premium letters and panels.
ACM 3mm composite
Aluminium-faced PE core. Standard for large flat exterior signs.
Stainless steel
Brushed or polished. Premium corporate signage.
Correx 4-10mm
Corrugated polypropylene. Budget temporary signs.
InstallationSupply only or
Supply only or
supply &
install?
Most JHB sign makers offer both. Supply-only is cheaper if you have a handyman. Supply-and-install is the standard for shop fronts, illuminated signs and anything above ground floor where access, electrical work or permits are involved.
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Ground floor shop front
Most common install. Bracket-mounted to wall or shopfront frame. Usually R500–R2,000 install cost.
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First floor & above
Scaffolding, cherry pickers or rope access. R1,500–R5,000+ depending on height and complexity.
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Illuminated signs
Electrical work required. Qualified electrician supplies COC certificate. Power source must be available.
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Pylon & monolith
Concrete foundation, structural engineering, often council approval. End-to-end project, 4–8 weeks.
How it worksThree steps to
Three steps to
your sign installed.
From correx election boards to illuminated pylons.
01
Describe your sign
Type, size, material, location, supply-only or install. Send photos of the site if helpful. Ink will guide you through unknowns.
02
We match JHB sign makers
Shop-front specialists in Sandton and Randburg, 3D and illuminated specialists in East Rand and Industria, pylon experts for large installations.
03
Site visit & quote
For installations, suppliers may do a quick site visit before quoting. Standard quotes come in within 24–48 hours by email.
Frequently askedSignage in JHB,
Signage in JHB,
explained.
The questions JHB customers ask most when ordering signs.
How much does signage cost in Johannesburg?
Signage pricing varies hugely depending on size, material and complexity. A simple A1-size correx board might cost R250–R600. A standard 2m × 0.5m chromadek shop front sign typically runs R1,500–R4,500 supplied, or R3,000–R8,000 supplied and installed. 3D fabricated letters start around R600 per character for basic acrylic, rising to R2,500+ per character for stainless steel. Illuminated and pylon signs can run R20,000–R150,000+ depending on size and electrical work required. We'll get you supplier quotes specific to your project.
Do JHB sign makers handle installation as well?
Most JHB signage suppliers offer both supply-only and supply-and-install options. Installation pricing depends on height, access requirements, electrical work, and whether council permits are needed. For ground-floor shop fronts, install is usually R500–R2,000. For first-floor and above, expect R1,500–R5,000+. Pylon signs and illuminated signs require qualified installers and sometimes electrical certification — most suppliers handle this end-to-end. Mention installation needs in your brief.
How long does signage take to make in Johannesburg?
Standard chromadek and correx signs typically take 3–7 working days. Acrylic and 3D fabricated letters take 7–14 working days because they involve cutting, painting and assembly. Illuminated signs and pylons run 14–28 working days due to electrical work, council approvals and structural engineering. Most JHB sign makers prioritise rush jobs at a 20–40% premium if you have an opening or event deadline.
Do I need council approval for shop signage in JHB?
It depends on the size and location. Most City of Johannesburg suburbs require approval for signs above a certain size or that protrude from buildings. Internal mall signage usually requires landlord approval rather than council. Pylon and monolith signs almost always need council and sometimes provincial approval. Many JHB sign makers help clients through the application process — ask about this when getting quotes if you're unsure.
What's the difference between chromadek and ACM signs?
Chromadek is a galvanised steel base with a pre-painted finish, available in standard SA colours. It's affordable, durable, and the SA shop front standard. ACM (aluminium composite material) is a sandwich panel with aluminium faces over a polyethylene core — flatter, lighter, more rigid for large signs. ACM costs more but stays flat in extreme heat. For most shop fronts under 3m, chromadek is fine. For larger panels and corporate buildings, ACM is the better choice.
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