Looking for cheap 4'x8' frames for political signs...

[Andy D]

I am always asked if we do those 4'x8' frames out of 2'x4' lumber
for 4' x 8' coroplast political signs, same with 4'x4' , 2'x4' coroplast political signs..

We don't & have no interest in making them, having them subbed out, etc.
So they typically have them made by their volunteers or use those stakes...

But if there is a decent & inexpensive frame system I could refer them to,
that would be very helpful... Any suggestions?

 

[2B]

you will be unable to locate a cheap frame, or at least cheap enough for political season

what we found is 2 pieces of 1x2x96 lumber and 2 Metal T-Posts, this is the cheapest frame you can get
drive the post into the ground, wire the lumber to the post, screw the sign to the lumber

http://www.lowes.com/pd_4511-833-095043102088___?productId=1000039599&pl=1&Ntt=1+x+2+x+8
http://www.lowes.com/pd_92070-46379-30052602___?productId=4758566&pl=1&Ntt=t+post

 

[CanuckSigns]

Have you considered writing out a materials list and instructions for making the wooden ones you make now? You could offer to sell the plans to them to have their volunteers make them. Or if you have an afternoon, cut all the wood, and sell a "ready to assemble" kit

 

[rossmosh]

I'd imagine offering a no dig post option is where you could make some money. I can't imagine there is much margin offering 2x4 frames considering these signs are only up a few months and can be fab'd and assembled easily with a $80 miter saw and a $150 impactor.