When creating custom designs for our metal signs, we recommend starting with a 1000x1000 pixel artboard. This provides an optimal canvas size for designing your artwork. You can upload PNG, JPEG, or SVG design files into our Design Studio.

Once uploaded, center and resize your design accordingly, ensuring proper alignment within the template. Our system is equipped to automatically adjust the artwork to fit the correct variant sizes when an order is received.

When creating your metal signs, it's crucial to consider several factors to ensure a successful outcome.

Your metal sign artwork will be meticulously cut from a solid sheet of metal, requiring an uploaded file with transparency. This is crucial as you'll be working with both positive and negative space. Transparent elements in your design won't be affixed to the final sign, necessitating consideration of elements that require manual attachment to the main artwork. Any floating elements not anchored to the overall design won't be incorporated into the final product.

Pay attention to the thickness of lines and the level of detail in your design. Opt for simplicity and boldness to maintain legibility in the final product, as fine details may diminish when the artwork size decreases based on the sign sizes purchased by your customers. It's recommended to ensure a minimum thickness requirement of 0.08" (2mm) to guarantee clear visibility and durability in your metal sign designs.

Take into account the structural aspects of the final product during the design process. Metal is a rigid material with minimal flex points, so it's important to design with its characteristics in mind. While the signs are intended for wall mounting, overlooking the medium's rigidity may lead to damage during shipping or installation. Keep in mind that we cannot offer refunds for damaged merchandise if the sign's structural integrity is compromised due to the design. Therefore, it's best to err on the side of caution and ensure your artwork is designed appropriately.

Ensuring designs are crafted correctly falls under your responsibility. Please understand that detached elements may be removed, and overly thin designs could lead to a broken sign. MEM cannot be held accountable for design errors and will not provide replacements for signs that are not appropriately designed.

Any detachments or floating elements present in your design will not be incorporated into the final metal sign. Before the powder coat process commences, all unattached elements will be removed. It's imperative to secure all desired elements within your design prior to uploading it to our system to guarantee their inclusion in the finished product.

Our metal signs undergo meticulous laser cutting and powder coating in a single color. Fashioned from a single sheet of 16 gauge steel, your design is intricately cut during fabrication, ensuring precision and clarity. Transparent elements are seamlessly removed, resulting in the sleek final product. Adopting a monochromatic approach in your artwork facilitates a clear visualization of your sign's final appearance before uploading it to our system.

Mounting hardware is not included with the metal signs, nor are mounting holes or brackets incorporated into your designs. Your artwork submission directly determines how your sign will be created. Should you require mounting holes, you must incorporate them into your design yourself. Depending on the design, mounting holes may not be necessary.

When incorporating your own mounting holes, it's crucial to carefully determine the size of the holes. Ensure that your design accommodates the precise dimensions of the mounting hole required. Additionally, consider the placement of the mounting holes. We suggest positioning them in locations that won't compromise the structural integrity of the final product and ensure the sign remains balanced when hung or mounted.

In the Design Studio, you have the capability to organize your design layers into groups, each of which represents a separate variable or option within the design. Understanding how to utilize groups and layers effectively can enhance the customization experience for both you and your customers.

Begin by adding a text layer to your design. This layer will contain the personalized text that you wish to include on your metal sign.

When preparing your designs for our website, it's essential to understand how locking and unlocking layers affect the customization options available to your customers.

To enable personalization for design studio products on your website, it's essential to use the new MEM script. Please ensure that you have updated to the latest MEM script.

If you haven't yet updated, you'll need to remove the old script and replace it with the new one to activate personalization for design studio products.

To do so, navigate to your theme.liquid file and delete the "{% render 'MEM-Live-Preview.liquid' %}" code located towards the bottom. Additionally, remove the "MEM-Live-Preview.liquid" snippet from the Snippets section of your theme code.

For detailed instructions on installing the new script, click HERE.

Interested in adding a personal touch to your metal signs? Click HERE to discover our guide on "Uploading Your Own Fonts," providing font guidelines customized for your custom metal signs.

Before finalizing your design, it's crucial to preview it thoroughly to ensure that all elements are correctly placed, connected, and aligned as intended. Follow these steps to ensure optimal results:

By carefully reviewing and previewing your design before finalizing, you can ensure that it meets your expectations and delivers the desired outcome. This proactive approach helps prevent any potential issues and guarantees a seamless and satisfying experience for both you and your customers.

After creating your unique design using our Design Studio, you'll gain access to downloadable transparent images of your design in each available color option. These transparent images are perfect for crafting compelling mockup visuals, allowing you to showcase your designs in various settings and color variations. With this feature, you have the power to enhance your marketing and sales strategies by providing customers with comprehensive previews of your custom metal signs.