Recent content by Kev-O-Rama

We plot an ink stencil on cheap craft paper on our Graphtec7000-130 (or sharpie for large signs) w/ crosshairs at the centers of each stand-off drill path. Occasionally, we will use matching colored vinyl as a stencil -- especially for small lettering so it's still readable in case a letter...

For registration, I create one path for cutting them as if they're already one 2"-thick piece. Once the cut lines & dowel/glue holes are included in the file, I grab everything and copy/mirror it so there's an exact bookend image of the piece (I call it "butterflying"), then cut them face down...

I've only ever used the brown Gorilla Glue that expands with a light misting of water beforehand. My experience has been very positive, but of course a sign that size using this glue will require a bucket full of clamps or heavy weights to keep it from warping as it expands. I have also routed...

Howdy Neighbor! Our shop (Brown Graphics) is in Dallas & we do architectural signage, creative wall murals, set design, ADA signage, monument signage, channel letters, privacy/distraction vinyl, dock doors numbering, etc. Have a great week ahead! -- Kevin

No problem! :)

Looks like Hermann Ultra Bold https://www.myfonts.com/products/bold-hermann-306702?queryId=0dbadb16371608e2aab4a5a4186c948a&index=universal_search_data&objectIDs=8647761001

My understanding, in Texas, at least, is if an office space is not open to the general public, braille is not legally required. However, if any part of the building is accessible to the public, then ADA compliance, including braille signage, is necessary for those public areas. My general...

I have used 3M Di-Noc several times. It's pretty decent stuff for flat surfaces, though rounding corners are a bit of a challenge. Heat gun recommended if you use it. Technically, you're not supposed to wrap it on itself, either, but we've done it before in unseen areas. Since I used to be a...

That's what I would do to start blocking in shapes. I used to be a scenic sculptor/painter back in the day. My tools of choice were a long, super sharp filet knife, saws-all, small scraper/grater. I tended to avoid any hot-wire mechanisms for the most part, since I worked in a...

I'm thinking if the pass was going top to bottom, then it appears the swivel blade isn't tightened down and is perhaps rotating in place at each turn and rectifies itself on straightaways. Anyone else have ideas?

One other option: Hand paint the thin lines w/ One Shot enamel paints and followed by a breathable paint sealer. You could even apply the design in vinyl on the subsurface as a template. All in all, however, that skill takes a different Old School bread of artist. Good tips on using One Shot...

Citing my own experiences, Bradley, I've found that hiring those who have tangible, analog artistic skills tend to have a better eye for detail, which is great for fabrication and installation - especially if they have decent analytical skills. Of course, you'll have to remind them when to "let...

We might be able to help you out. We're a small firm in the North Dallas/West Garland/Richardson area and have 30+ years experience in the industry. If we can't help, we can surely sub things out for things not within our wheelhouse.

Good morning, From Dallas, Texas! Many moons ago, I used to be a muralist, graffiti & scenic artist (now in the sign biz) and have worked in numerous types of materials -- from Muslin to Brick walls. I, too, recommend a "banner"/tensioner type approach, using a lightweight fabric like Muslin or...

Agreed, but FauxLordy's makes decent squaring fluid for aluminum that works on other substrates, too.