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Illuminated House Signs & LED-Backlit Property Name Plates

An illuminated house sign transforms your property entrance from a daytime feature into a 24-hour landmark. Our LED backlit and solar-powered name plates combine precision-engineered optics with architectural elegance.
We engineer all illuminated panels around a custom-designed light guide plate (LGP) fabricated from 6mm optical-grade acrylic with laser-etched dot matrix diffusion pattern, achieving a uniformity ratio of ≥85% across the illuminated face as measured per IES LM-79-19 approved method for electrical and photometric measurements of solid-state lighting products. All driver electronics comply with UL 1310 Class 2 power unit safety standard for LED drivers used in outdoor-rated luminaire assemblies. The LGP diffusion pattern density gradient is computationally optimised using a Monte Carlo ray-tracing simulation (ZEMAX OpticStudio photonics simulation software) to pre-compensate for luminous hotspots at LED injection points, achieving the ≥85% uniformity ratio confirmed per IES LM-80-15 measuring luminous flux and color maintenance of LED packages arrays and modules.
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LED Illumination Options

Warm White Backlit Panels

Our standard warm white (3000K, CRI 90+) backlit panels create an inviting, residential–scale glow. The LED strips use Samsung LM301H efficacy-grade diodes at 200+ lm/W, ensuring maximum energy efficiency from a minimum–footprint driver unit. Lumen output maintenance over the rated LED life is measured against the IES LM–80–15 L70 lifetime prediction methodology, confirming that the panels maintain ≥70% of initial luminous flux at the 50,000–hour rated lifespan under UL 8750 LED equipment long–term performance testing protocols.

Colour-Selectable RGBW Systems

Our premium RGBW LED system allows colour temperature adjustment from 2700K to 6500K and full RGB colour mixing via a Zigbee-protocol smart controller compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit. The controller meets FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B requirements for unintentional radiators for domestic radio frequency emissions compliance. RF emission compliance is verified using a conducted and radiated RF emissions spectrum analyser per ANSI C63.4 American national standard for methods of measurement of radio–noise emissions from low–voltage electrical and electronic equipment before the controller is cleared for residential installation.

Solar-Powered Night Illumination

Our solar-powered illuminated signs incorporate a 5W monocrystalline photovoltaic panel with a minimum panel efficiency of 21%, connected via a MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) charge controller to a LiFePO4 battery rated for 2,000+ cycles at 80% depth of discharge. The system meets NEC Article 690 requirements for solar photovoltaic systems in residential applications.

Weatherproofing & Safety

All illuminated sign assemblies are rated to IP65 ingress protection (dust-tight, protected against water jets from any direction) per IEC 60529 degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code). All mains-voltage wiring for hardwired backlit signs must be completed by a licensed electrician in compliance with NEC Article 411 Section 411.3 for low-voltage landscape lighting systems and Article 300 for exterior wiring methods. The weatherproof enclosure seal integrity is independently verified using a IP ingress protection water jet test rig (IPX5 test method per IEC 60529) with water at 12.5 L/min flow rate from a distance of 3 metres for a minimum of 15 minutes, confirming zero water ingress before the unit is dispatched from our manufacturing facility.

How It Works
Our 3-Step Process

Ordering a custom house name plate takes less than five minutes. Every plate is made to order; there is no off-the-shelf inventory.

Choose Your Design

Browse our design gallery or start from scratch. Select your preferred material, font, size, and finish. Upload your house name or number text and preview your plate in our interactive configurator. Need help? Our design team will create a free digital proof within 24 hours of your enquiry.

We Craft Your Plate

Once you approve your proof, our workshop begins fabrication. Each plate is individually cut, engraved, and finished by hand. We use a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) calibrated to ISO 10360-2 verification standards to confirm dimensional accuracy on every piece before it leaves the bench. Production takes 7–10 working days for standard orders, or 3–4 weeks for specialist finishes including gold leaf gilding and multi-layer LED assemblies.

Delivery & Installation

Your finished plate is packaged in a rigid, foam-lined shipping crate designed to prevent surface damage in transit. We ship via tracked courier to all USA mainland addresses, with next-day and international options available. Every order includes a precision-drilled mounting template, stainless steel fixings, and a printed installation guide or you can book our professional fitting service.

Delivery & Shipping Information

We manufacture every plate to order, so please allow the following production and delivery times.

Hand Painting & Gilding

  • Standard Orders (engraved wood, metal, acrylic): 7–10 working days
  • Specialist Finishes (gold leaf gilding, multi-layer LED, bespoke shapes): 3–4 weeks
  • Rush Orders: Available on request. Contact us for availability and pricing.

Our Quality Guarantee & Returns

Every plate leaves our workshop inspected against a 12-point quality checklist verified using a digital surface roughness tester calibrated to ISO 4287 surface texture measurement standards. If your plate arrives damaged or does not match your approved proof, we will remake and reship it at no cost. Please report any issues within 48 hours of delivery with photographs so we can resolve them immediately. Due to the bespoke nature of personalised products, we are unable to accept returns for change of mind, a policy consistent with the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 exemption for made-to-order goods.

Why Choose Get Your Name Plate

Precision-Crafted Quality

Every plate is individually fabricated in our Sacramento workshop using industrial-grade CNC routing, laser engraving, and waterjet cutting equipment. We do not resell mass-produced imports. Each piece passes through a multi-stage quality verification process using a digital coordinate measuring machine (CMM) and surface profilometer, ensuring dimensional accuracy and finish consistency that meets the tolerances specified in ISO 2768-1 general purpose linear dimension standards.

Weather-Tested & Built to Last

All exterior plates are tested and rated for long-term outdoor exposure. Our wood panels are sealed to ASTM B117 salt-spray resistance standards. Our stainless steel is passivated to ASTM A967. Our acrylic is UV-stabilised to ISO 7823-1. We stand behind every plate with a 10-year weather resistance guarantee if your plate fades, cracks, or corrodes within a decade of installation, we will replace it free of charge.

Made to Order, Shipped to Your Door

There is no warehouse, no inventory, and no generic designs. Every plate is built from raw material to finished product specifically for your property. From the moment you approve your proof to the moment your tracked parcel arrives, our team manages every step cutting, engraving, finishing, packaging, and shipping so you receive a truly one-of-a-kind entrance marker.

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Starting is free. Tell us your idea and we will send you a design preview to look at. No payment needed to see your preview.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does IP68 waterproof rating mean for an illuminated house sign?
IP68 is an IEC ingress-protection standard certifying complete dust-tightness and continuous water submersion resistance beyond 1 metre. For backlit house signs, an IP68-rated LED module ensures the circuitry survives driving rain, sprinkler overspray, and freeze-thaw cycles without moisture-induced short circuits or premature LED failure.
Yes. NEC Article 411 governs low-voltage lighting systems operating at 30 volts or less. It requires all components, including the 12V DC LED driver, wiring, and sign housing — to be UL-listed as a complete system. Hardwired installations should be performed by a certified electrician to satisfy local Authority Having Jurisdiction requirements.
A built-in CdS photocell (cadmium sulfide light sensor) continuously monitors ambient light levels. When lux drops below a factory-set threshold at sunset, the sensor activates the LED driver circuit automatically. At dawn, rising light deactivates it, eliminating manual switching and reducing energy consumption to nighttime hours only.
Solar-powered signs use monocrystalline photovoltaic panels charging an internal lithium-ion battery during daylight. In overcast regions, expect 4–6 hours illumination versus 8–10 hours in full-sun zones. For reliable year-round performance in northern latitudes, a hardwired 12V DC LED driver connected via a GFCI-protected circuit meeting NEC Article 411 is recommended.
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