There are several wooden materials that most sign companies use to build custom outdoor signage, but the following are the most common: Water-proof plywood (Crezon board) Redwood (natural wood) Cedar wood (natural wood)9 Aug 2020
Cedar or redwood would be the best option to control rot. And of course painting will help prolong them as well. Use exterior paint if your welcome sign will be exposed to the elements. My porch is completely protected so I used some leftover White Chalk Paint from a side table I madeover.28 Oct 2020
What should I make signs out of?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opNeiSfYaUw
What materials do you need to make a wooden sign?
- Plywood or other Wood for Sign.
- Paint.
- Small Foam Paint Roller.
- Stencil.
- Sharpie oil-based paint pens.
- 1″x2″ Pine Board.
- Wood Stain.
- Sandpaper.
What are farmhouse signs made of?
- Plywood (30.25 x 26 inches, at least 1/2-inch thick)
- Furring strips (0.75-in x 1.5-in x 8-ft)
- Wood stain.
- Chalk paint*