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Hand Painted Signs
Hand Painted Signs With the Character No Printer Can Copy
Wall signs, storefronts, windows and hanging signs lettered by hand with a brush, for businesses across New Jersey that want a sign with soul. From a full brick wall to a small shop board, every letter is laid out, outlined and painted by a sign painter. We also paint in the five boroughs; see our NYC service area.
Brush Lettered
Painted one letter at a time
Walls to Windows
Brick, wood, metal and glass
Scaled Drawings
You approve before we paint
Gogi Crew
Painted and installed by us
Historic wall sign
Ornate lettering and scrollwork painted on a theater facade.
Where we install
Built in Linden. Our crews travel to you.
New JerseyHome base
New York CityAll five boroughs
PhiladelphiaPennsylvania
ScrantonPennsylvania
What They Are
A Sign With a Steady Hand Behind It
Hand painted signs are lettered with a brush, the way signs were made for a hundred years before vinyl. Each letter has slight shading and texture that a printed sign cannot copy.
A painter can work right on the surface: a brick wall, a wood board, a metal sign band or the inside of a window. There is no size limit, so a hand painted wall sign can cover a whole side of a building.
They suit businesses that want to stand out from the vinyl and LED signs next door: cafes, bars, barbers, bakeries, breweries and old buildings with history.
Real brush work
Shading and outlines by hand.
Paint on anything
Brick, wood, metal and glass.
Any size
From a door sign to a full wall.
One of a kind
No two signs are exactly the same.
Hand Painted Sign Types
Eight Ways a Brush Can Sell Your Business
Real hand painted work. Pick the surface, then we plan the lettering.
Building Sign Bands
Company names painted on a band across the building.
Bar and Menu Boards
Painted menus and specials for bars, delis and diners.
Stand and Booth Signs
Bright signs for food stands, fairs and boardwalks.
Script Lettering
Flowing brush script with a shadow or outline.
Shop Panels
Small painted panels for counters, walls and windows.
Painted Illustrations
Characters and art painted next to your lettering.
Where We Paint
Walls, Panels or Glass: What Changes
Each surface takes a different paint and prep. Here is what to expect.
Walls
Brick, block and stucco
- Painted right on the building
- Wall is cleaned and primed first
- Big sizes, a full wall is possible
- Outdoor wall signs may need town approval
Panels and boards
Wood, MDO and metal
- Painted in the shop, then installed
- Can hang from a bracket or go on a wall
- Easy to take down or move later
- Good for menus, shop boards and hanging signs
Glass and windows
Storefront and door glass
- Painted on the inside of the glass
- Script, outlines and gold looks
- Shows from the street, protected from weather
- Great for hours, names and specials
Our Work
Hand Lettered Signs Worth a Second Look
Food stands, shops and storefronts. Every photo is real brush work.
Painted franks sign with a cartoon
French fries stand sign
Hanging burger shop sign
Oval sign in the shop
Lettering in two languages
Beer lettering on a panel
Shaded script letter
Outlined brush letters
Materials and Price
Pick a Surface, See What It Costs
The surface, the size and the detail set most of the price. The strip below shows what sets your exact number.
Painted Panel
Bold letters on a wood or metal panel
Best for
Shop boards, stands and menus
Use
Inside or outside
$
Script and Shading
Brush script with outline and shadow
Best for
Windows, cafes and bakeries
Use
Inside or outside
$$
Gold Lettering
Gold letters on wood or glass
Best for
Honor boards, banks and classic storefronts
Use
Inside or outside
$$$
What moves your price
One quote covers the site survey, design, fabrication and installation.
Material
Height and count
Finish
Logo detail
Mounting and wall
Access
Permits
Get Your Price
From Sketch to Street
How One Hand Painted Sign Comes Together
Drawn to scale, painted by hand, hung by our own crew.
01
Draw to scale
We draw the sign with real measurements so you approve the layout.
02
Paint the letters
Each letter is outlined and filled with a brush.
03
Add the details
Shading, art and borders bring the sign to life.
04
Hang it up
Our crew installs the sign on the wall or a bracket.
Who We Paint For
Hand Painted Signs for Businesses With a Story
Places where character matters as much as the name.
Bars and restaurants
Menus, walls and window lettering.
Shops and boutiques
Hanging signs and storefront bands.
Old buildings
Wall signs that fit the history.
Breweries and cafes
Script and gold on glass.
Barbers and salons
Classic window and hanging signs.
Warehouses and industry
Big painted wall signs.
Stands and boardwalks
Bright signs for seasonal stands.
Clubs and offices
Gold honor boards and door lettering.
We build and install hand painted signs across New Jersey, with crews out of Linden most days in Bayonne, Rahway, New Brunswick, Long Branch. In New York City we install in all five boroughs, including Brooklyn.
Full Service
Hand Painted Sign Services: Survey, Design, Fabrication, Installation and Permits
Everything it takes to get a sign up and keep it working, handled by one Linden team.
01
Site Survey
We visit before we build, so the sign fits the first time.
- Measure the wall, sign band and clearances
- Check wall material, power and access
- Photos and notes for design and permits
Site Survey service
02
Sign Design
Scaled drawings you approve before anything is cut.
- Layout drawn to real measurements
- Colors, materials and mounting details
- Drawings for your town and landlord
Sign Design service
03
Fabrication
Built in our Linden shop, not ordered from someone else.
- CNC routing, cutting and welding
- Printing, painting and LED wiring
- Checked, and lit signs tested, before they ship
Fabrication service
04
Installation
Our own crews mount every sign we make.
- Ladders, lifts, bucket and boom trucks
- Wiring and power hookup for lit signs
- Site cleaned before we leave
Installation service
05
Removal and Reinstallation
For a move, a rebrand or work on the building.
- Old signs and awnings taken down
- Signs removed and rehung around facade work
- Wall patched and ready for the new sign
Removal service
06
Repair and Maintenance
Keep the sign bright and safe for years.
- LED and power supply replacement
- New faces, covers and touch up paint
- Bracket, wiring and mounting checks
Repair service
07
Permits and Approvals
We help you get the sign approved before it goes up.
- New Jersey zoning and construction permits
- NYC Department of Buildings sign permits
- Landlord and shopping center sign rules
Permits service
One Team From First Visit to Service Call
No hand offs between a designer, a shop and an installer. The people who measure your wall are the people who build and hang your sign, and the ones you call if it ever needs work.
Request a Free Quote
How It Works
From Your Photo to a Finished Sign in Four Steps
One team and one price. Your quote covers the site survey, design, fabrication and installation, so nothing gets passed to another company.
01
You
Send a photo and your logo
A photo of the wall or storefront, your logo and a rough size. Use the form, email or a call.
02
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Get your proof and price
We survey the site when needed and send a drawing with sizes, colors and mounting, plus one all in price.
03
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Approve and we build
A 50 percent deposit starts production in our Linden shop. If the sign needs a permit, we handle the paperwork.
04
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We install, you pay the balance
Our own crew installs it, with bucket and boom trucks for high work. The balance is due at installation.
What We Make
Signs for Inside, Outside and On the Road
Every sign family below is designed, built and installed by our own team in Linden. Tap one to see the jobs and options.
Lobby signs, letters, office and wayfinding
Indoor Signs
Channel letters, awnings, blade signs
Outdoor Signs
Wall wraps, window film, decals
Vinyl Graphics
Van, truck and fleet wraps
Vehicle Graphics
Acrylic, Dibond and PVC panels
Rigid Signs
Sign services from our Linden team
About Gogi Signs
A Family Owned Sign Shop in Linden, NJ
Gogi Signs has built signs for New Jersey and New York City businesses since 2005. Today one team in Linden designs, prints, cuts, builds and installs every job.
Nothing is brokered out. The people who quote your sign are the people who build it and hang it.
20+
Years building signs
10,000
Sq ft shop floor
Mon to Sat
Open 9 AM to 6 PM
1 team
Design, build, install
Meet Gogi Signs
Service Areas
Built in Linden, Installed Wherever You Are
Our shop sits in Union County, so most New Jersey jobs are a short drive for our crews. Pick your area to see local work, or call us for projects farther away.
Full coverage
Project coverage
Our shop
New York City
All five boroughs
New York City service area
Philadelphia and Scranton
Projects
Larger projects and multi location rollouts in Pennsylvania. Call 908-486-7000 to plan yours.
FAQs
Hand Painted Sign Questions
What New Jersey business owners ask before hiring a sign painter.
How long does a hand painted sign last outside?
With good prep and sign enamel, a painted sign holds up outside for years. Sun and weather slowly fade any paint, and a painted sign can be touched up instead of replaced.
Can you paint directly on a brick wall?
Yes. We clean and prime the wall first, then lay out and paint the lettering. Old or flaking walls may need repair before we start.
Can you paint on windows?
Yes. Window lettering is painted on the inside of the glass so it stays protected from weather and reads correctly from the street.
Do you do gold leaf?
We paint gold lettering on wood and glass for a classic look. For a gold look on windows at a lower price, see gold leaf decals.
Can you match my logo by hand?
Yes. We draw your logo to scale and paint it, keeping your colors and letter shapes. Very fine detail may be simplified so it reads well from a distance.
Do I need a permit for a painted wall sign in New Jersey?
Often, yes. Many towns treat painted wall signs like any other business sign and limit their size. We check your town rules and help with the paperwork. See sign permits.
How much does a hand painted sign cost?
It depends on the size, the surface, how much detail and color, and access to the spot. A small panel costs far less than a full wall. Send a photo of the spot and your logo and we will price it.
Do you paint signs in New York City?
Yes, in all five boroughs. Business signs in the city follow Department of Buildings permit rules, and we check your address first. See our NYC service area.
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Free Quote
Start With a Photo and Your Logo
Send what you have. We reply with a drawing and one price that covers the survey, design, fabrication and installation.
Your logo
Any file, even a photo of a business card
A site photo
The wall, window or storefront
A rough size
Width and height are enough
The address
So we can plan the install
Call908-486-7000
Emailinfo@gogisigns.com
Shop7 W Baltimore Ave, Suite B, Linden, NJ
HoursMon to Sat, 9 AM to 6 PM
Request a Free Quote
Tell us about your project. A photo and your logo are enough to start.
Prefer to talk? Call 908-486-7000.