Double-sided lightboxes need two printed faces that line up perfectly back to back. Boldmedia Print Zimbabwe prints both faces from one approved artwork so the sign reads cleanly from either direction. Faces can be reprinted on their own later.
A double-sided lightbox has two illuminated faces back to back, so the sign can be read from both directions. It is usually mounted at right angles to a building as a projecting or blade sign, hung from a canopy, or fitted between poles on a pylon or freestanding sign. This makes it ideal for streets and walkways where people approach along the building rather than facing it.
The extra face, deeper box and stronger brackets make it more involved than a single-sided box, and the bracket and wall fixings must handle wind load on the projecting arm. A good double-sided lightbox lights both faces evenly with no shadow from internal framing, and the two faces can carry identical or different messages. Compared with a flat fascia, a projecting double-sided box often gets a business noticed earlier by passing foot and vehicle traffic.
Where it works well
- Projecting signs on high streets
- Walkway blade signs in shopping centres
- Pharmacy and clinic cross signs
- Canopy-hung signs at fuel stations
- Pole-mounted roadside signs
- Pylon and freestanding sign panels
Materials and finishes
- Powder-coated aluminium box with internal frame
- Two opal acrylic or polycarbonate faces
- Printed or vinyl graphics on each face
- Steel wall brackets or projecting arms
- Outdoor-rated LED modules and drivers
Lighting options
- Back-lit LED illuminating both faces
- Shaped or contour-cut faces where required
- Timer or day/night switching via the electrical supply
What affects the price
- Face size and box depth
- Projecting bracket or pole structure
- Wall construction and fixing requirements
- Face material and graphics on two sides
- LED modules and driver
- Access, height and approvals
Supplying measurements
Tell us how far the sign can project from the wall, the clearance height above the walkway or driveway, and the size of the faces you want. Photos from both directions of approach are useful.
Artwork requirements
Supply vector artwork (PDF, AI, EPS or SVG) for each face, with outlined fonts and bleed. If both sides are the same, one file is enough; let us know if each face needs different content.
Survey and installation
Projecting signs over public walkways can need municipal or landlord approval and require brackets and fixings suited to the wall and wind exposure, so a site survey is usually needed before a formal quotation. Power is connected by a qualified electrician.
Maintenance
Clean both faces and check the bracket fixings periodically, as projecting signs take more wind and vibration. Replace faces if they start to yellow or crack so the sign stays bright.
Frequently asked questions
Why choose double-sided instead of single-sided?
When people approach along the street from either direction, a double-sided sign is visible to both, while a flat sign is only seen head-on.
Can each side show a different message?
Yes, each face can have its own graphic.
Do projecting signs need permission?
Often, especially over public pavements. Check with the landlord and municipality; we can supply drawings to support the application.