How to Make Neon Business Signs
Neon signs are a great way to attract visitors a business. They look professional and can be seen from far away. In addition, they are reasonably priced compared to other types of signs. Making neon business signs requires a lot of practice. These intriguing signs are made from glass filled with gases. While neon business signs were traditionally blue and pink, modern technology allows neon signs to be just about any color.
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Things You'll Need
- Glass tubes
- Phosphorus
- Coating machine
- Blow torch
- Color coating sheets
- Neon transformers
Instructions
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Place a glass tube in a coating machine to fill the tube with phosphorus. Place the tube in a specialized oven to dry the phosphorus. This process takes about 10 minutes.
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Coat the outside of the tube with specialized color sheets. Bake the sheets at 450 degrees Fahrenheit. The phosphorus will glow pink by default, so the color is created by the color sheets.
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Heat the glass tubes with a burner or blowtorch. Bend the tubes to their desired shapes. Fuse the ends of the tubes with the burner. Bombard the tube by inputting more phosphorus to create a vacuum. This is done with the coating machine.
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Hang the sign in front of the business. Use neon transformers to power the sign.
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Tips & Warnings
It's best to take an extensive course before attempting to make a neon sign.
Check with your local and state laws before installing a neon sign. Zoning regulations in certain cities may prohibit them.
Phosphorus gas is highly poisonous. Be careful when using it.
