dimensional logo "wrap"?

[tulsagraphics]

Hi all!

I've got a customer requesting dimensional letters / logo (metal), to be installed on this curved brick wall. Who out there can fabricate this sort of thing? Seems like it would be pretty difficult to fabricate -- probably in the neighborhood of .75 - 1" thick (similar appearance as their other locations, but this is the only location with a curved wall). The width of that logo will probably be about 6ft wide.
(I'm waiting for them to take down the awning so I can use that frame to measure the radius)

It also occurs to me that using a regular stud mount might not work so well on a curved wall since the studs need to be parallel to each other, not perpendicular to the surfaces. Hmm...

 

[unclebun]

You can use letters from any manufacturer of dimensional letters. The curve doesn't make any difference. The red swoop might be the only piece that would show it. You can measure the amount of curvature over the distance it covers by going up on the roof. If it's enough that the studs on the ends wouldn't reach, then you might have to have a curved piece. In that case it might be better to make that piece as a fabricated letter rather than a router cut letter.

 

[tulsagraphics]

With a 6ft wide "flat" logo, the right edge ends up about 15" away from the building. It's such a thin swoosh to be hanging out in "open air". About 4.5" thick at the widest point, down to under 1" on the left side.
And if done this way, the letters and logo end up on different planes since the letters would be installed / spaced around the curve. Maybe not that noticeable? Not sure yet -- will have to 3D model it for a better visual.

 

[unclebun]

Yeah, that would have to be bent. The globe might have to be too if the curve of the wall is that great.

 

[JSIGN]

Could you convince customer to make logo from 1" thick exterior PVC ?

 

[JBurton]

So, it would probably make that bend just fine, problem is, like you mentioned, studs being parallel until bent, then they are fighting each other and practically impossible to install. If it were me, I'd paint or stick vinyl to polycarbonate, glue stud pads, and beat them into place, likely with some tape overnight to ensure it doesn't spring out.
Alternatively, .125" aluminum should make the curve, though studs are still an issue, but at least you wouldn't have to worry about cracking the plastic while forcing it to shape.
Cut out ACM with glued studs would probably be the easiest thing to force into place.
A banner would be the most economical solution that wouldn't look awful.

 

[tulsagraphics]

What about making a square tube frame that matches the radius (paint it white to match the brick) and assemble everything in-house. Then bolt the frame to the brick wall with traditional masonry anchors. Think that might look okay?

If the letters are made with .25" aluminum, I could drill holes in the back of the steel frame and screw the letters in from the backside (large enough holes so the screw heads would be inside the tubing). Maybe?

 

[JBurton]

Maybe, though I'd go for either 1" tube or awning frame extrusion, it'll be lighter and easier to form that shape. The downside will be handling it in a one man basket, you'll likely need a second lift or crane to hang it. I wouldn't use screws, just studs and nuts and silicone. Screws can bottom out and never get tight if the tapping is inconsistent.

 

[tulsagraphics]

Maybe, though I'd go for either 1" tube or awning frame extrusion, it'll be lighter and easier to form that shape. The downside will be handling it in a one man basket, you'll likely need a second lift or crane to hang it. I wouldn't use screws, just studs and nuts and silicone. Screws can bottom out and never get tight if the tapping is inconsistent.

That makes sense!

Think I'll just have to tell the client -- yeah, we can do metal if you really really want, but here's "that" cost ($$$$) vs. going with a plastic option. Thank you!