Signarama Ankeny recently had the opportunity to create custom perforated window graphics for VFW Post 9662, featuring the six branches of the United States military.

A Window Display With a Purpose

For this project, we created six custom window graphics, each dedicated to a different branch of the U.S. military:

• Army
• Navy
• Air Force
• Marine Corps
• Space Force
• Coast Guard

Each graphic was thoughtfully designed to honor the heritage of each branch, featuring its seal alongside representative imagery. Together, the graphics create a cohesive display that recognizes each branch of military service.

Custom Window Graphics Make an Impact

Windows offer valuable space for visual storytelling, and custom window graphics can transform that otherwise unused area into something meaningful and eye catching.

For VFW Post 9662, the graphics help create a strong visual connection between the building and the organization's mission. The six individual designs work together as a unified display while giving each branch its own dedicated space.

It's a great example of how signage and graphics can do more than identify a location. They can communicate history, pride, community, and purpose.

A Project Built Around Recognition

Projects like this are especially rewarding because the finished graphics become part of the environment where people gather. For a veterans organization such as VFW Post 9662, recognizing all six branches provides an opportunity to honor the men and women who have served across the U.S. military.

At Signarama Ankeny, our goal is to bring each customer's vision to life with thoughtful, professional signage and visual solutions. Whether you're looking to recognize an organization, showcase your brand, improve your storefront, or transform an interior space, custom graphics can make a lasting impression.

Looking for Custom Window Graphics in Ankeny?

From commemorative displays to business branding, custom window graphics are a versatile way to make better use of your windows and create a memorable visual experience.

If your organization or business has an idea for a custom graphic display, the team at Signarama Ankeny can help bring that vision to life from concept through installation.

When your business is on the road every day, your vehicles are one of your most valuable opportunities to get your name in front of potential customers. That’s exactly what Kirby’s Moving Company is doing with its newly branded box truck, featuring custom vehicle decals installed by Signarama Ankeny.

For moving companies, contractors, delivery businesses, home-service companies, and other businesses that spend significant time traveling throughout the community, a professionally branded vehicle can help build recognition wherever it goes.

A Moving Truck That Gets Noticed

We recently completed a custom vehicle graphics project for Kirby’s Moving Company, installing decals on a large box truck to create a professional, branded appearance.

A box truck offers plenty of valuable space for displaying a company name, logo, contact information, services, and other important brand elements. Instead of leaving that space unused, vehicle decals can transform the truck into a highly visible extension of the business.

For a moving company, that visibility is especially valuable. A branded truck can be seen traveling between jobs, parked in neighborhoods, or moving through busy commercial areas. Every trip creates another opportunity for people to see the company.

Why Vehicle Graphics Matter

Your customers may encounter your business in many different places before they ever contact you. Vehicle graphics help make those encounters more memorable while communicating:

• Who you are: Your company name and logo establish brand recognition.

• What you do: Clear messaging tells potential customers what services you provide.

• How to contact you: Phone numbers and websites make it easier to take the next step.

• Professionalism: Consistent branding creates a polished appearance.

• Local presence: A branded vehicle helps establish your company throughout the communities you serve.

The goal isn't simply to make a truck look good. It's to create a visual representation of your business that works wherever the vehicle travels.

Box Truck Decals for Mobile Businesses

Box trucks are especially well suited for vehicle graphics because they provide large, relatively flat surfaces for prominent branding.

They're a great option for:

• Moving companies

• Delivery services

• Contractors

• Home improvement companies

• HVAC, plumbing, and electrical businesses

• Restoration companies

• Landscaping companies

• Retail and service businesses

For these businesses, vehicles often travel directly into the neighborhoods and commercial areas where future customers live and work.

Vehicle Decals vs. Full Wraps

There isn't one right vehicle graphics solution for every business. Some companies choose a full vehicle wrap for extensive coverage, while others choose decals or lettering to brand specific areas of the vehicle.

The best approach depends on your vehicle, branding, budget, and goals.

For Kirby’s Moving Company, custom decals provided a practical way to put their branding on a large box truck while creating a professional finished appearance.

At Signarama Ankeny, we can help you determine which vehicle graphics option makes sense for your business.

Your Vehicle Is Part of Your Brand

Branding doesn't stop at your storefront or website.

If your employees drive company vehicles throughout Ankeny, Des Moines, and surrounding communities, those vehicles are part of the public face of your business. Consistent branding across your signage, vehicles, and other marketing materials can help customers recognize your business more easily.

A recognizable truck arriving at a customer's home can also reinforce their decision to hire your company. The vehicle becomes part of the overall customer experience.

Make Every Drive Count

A traditional sign stays in one location. A branded vehicle can travel across the community throughout the day.

For a moving company, that could mean visibility in multiple neighborhoods during a single workday. For a contractor, it could mean being seen in front of homes and businesses throughout the service area.

That makes vehicle graphics an effective way to keep your business visible while you're already doing what you do every day.

A Great Example: Kirby’s Moving Company

Kirby’s Moving Company is a great example of how a large box truck can become an important part of a company's visual presence.

The custom decals give the truck a professional branded appearance while creating an opportunity to build recognition throughout the areas the company serves.

It's a simple concept with a powerful result: take a vehicle that's already on the road and turn it into a moving representation of your business.

Ready to Brand Your Business Vehicles?

Whether you need decals for one work truck or graphics for an entire fleet, Signarama Ankeny can help you explore options for putting your brand on the road.

We provide vehicle graphics solutions including decals and other custom graphics for businesses looking to increase visibility and create a more professional presence.

If you're considering box truck decals in Ankeny, vehicle lettering, fleet graphics, or other vehicle branding, contact Signarama Ankeny to discuss your project.

Your next customer may be sitting at the stoplight next to your truck. Make sure they know who you are.

The Iowa State Fair is one of those events where everything is bigger, busier, and more colorful—and great signage plays a big role in helping businesses stand out.

This year, we had the opportunity to work with several Iowa State Fair vendors, creating everything from banners and PVC signs to vehicle graphics, wraps, A-frame signs, and building signage.

These projects are a great example of the different ways custom signage and graphics can help businesses get noticed, create a memorable customer experience, and bring their brands to life.

Here are a few of the projects we're proud to have worked on for the 2026 Iowa State Fair.

Blue Ribbon Bar: Bold Signage for a Fair Favorite

One of our favorite projects this year was continuing our relationship with Blue Ribbon Bar, a client we've been proud to work with since they opened last year.

When Blue Ribbon Bar first opened, Signarama Ankeny was brought in to help create the look and feel of the space through interior and exterior signage. The project featured a whole lot of neon and exposed faux-neon channel letters that helped give the bar its distinctive personality.

It's always rewarding to see a project we're proud of turn into an ongoing relationship with a customer. This year, we had the opportunity to create additional signage and graphics for Blue Ribbon Bar, including banners, PVC signs, freezer wraps, and door wraps.

Turning Everyday Surfaces Into Branding

The freezer and door wraps are a great example of how signage doesn't always have to be a traditional sign.

A freezer, door, wall, or other functional surface can become another opportunity to reinforce a brand. Instead of blending into the background, these surfaces become part of the overall customer experience.

For Blue Ribbon Bar, those graphics carry the same attention to detail found throughout the rest of their signage.

Wise Guys Pizza: A Golf Cart With a Lot More Personality

We also had some fun with Wise Guys Pizza this year.

For the Iowa State Fair, Signarama Ankeny wrapped their golf cart, transforming it into a mobile piece of branded advertising.

Vehicle graphics are a great way to put a business's brand in motion. Rather than relying on a stationary sign, a wrapped vehicle can attract attention wherever it goes.

And at a busy event like the Iowa State Fair, a branded golf cart is certainly going to get some looks.

Promoting This Year's Slice

We also created A-frame signs for Wise Guys Pizza featuring this year's slice.

A-frame signs are a simple, versatile way to communicate with customers in high-traffic areas. They're easy to position where people can see them and provide a great opportunity to highlight a featured product or message.

Combined with the golf cart wrap, the A-frames gave Wise Guys Pizza multiple ways to grab attention and put their product front and center.

The Bird’s Nest: Making Ice Cream Easy to Spot at the Fair

Another Iowa State Fair project we were excited to be part of was for The Bird's Nest.

We created ICE CREAM building signs to help make their location easy for fairgoers to spot.

At an event as large and busy as the Iowa State Fair, clear building signage matters. People are constantly looking for their next stop, whether it's food, drinks, entertainment, or—as in this case—ice cream.

Big, bold signage can quickly communicate what a business offers and help customers find it from across a crowded area.

For The Bird's Nest, the new ice cream building signs provide a clear visual destination for fairgoers looking to cool down with a sweet treat.

More Than Signs: Building Brands Through Visuals

While these Iowa State Fair projects included a variety of products, they all had something in common: the signage needed to work as part of the brand.

That's something we think about with every project at Signarama Ankeny.

A banner shouldn't feel disconnected from the rest of a business's visual identity. A vehicle wrap should look like it belongs to the brand. A building sign should immediately communicate what customers can expect.

When all of those elements work together, they create a stronger and more memorable customer experience.

That's especially important for restaurants, bars, and other hospitality businesses. Signarama's hospitality signage solutions are designed to help businesses stand out both outside and inside their locations, from exterior branding and interior signage to window graphics and promotional displays.

Proud to Be Part of the Iowa State Fair

We're proud that Signarama Ankeny gets to work with businesses that help make Iowa events like the State Fair so special.

This year's projects gave our team the chance to work across a wide range of applications:

• Blue Ribbon Bar: America's 250th birthday banners, PVC signs, freezer wraps, and door wraps

• Wise Guys Pizza: Golf cart wrap and A-frame signs featuring this year's slice

• The Bird's Nest: Ice cream building signs

Together, these projects showcase just how many ways signage can help a business stand out.

We're proud of the work our team does, and we're especially grateful to the local businesses that trust us with their brands.

Have a Project in Mind?

Whether you're preparing for an event, opening a new business, refreshing an existing location, or looking for a new way to make your brand stand out, Signarama Ankeny can help.

We create banners, PVC signs, vehicle wraps and graphics, door and window graphics, interior and exterior signage, A-frame signs, and custom branded graphics for businesses throughout the area.

From a distinctive storefront to a wrapped golf cart, we're ready to help bring your next idea to life.

Stop by Signarama Ankeny and let's talk about your next signage project.

Opening a new retail location involves more than creating a great storefront. It’s about creating a space that feels organized, branded, and easy to navigate. With Many Hands Thrift Market preparing to welcome shoppers to its newest Jordan Creek location, Signarama Ankeny was excited to help bring the new store to life with a comprehensive collection of custom exterior and interior signs and graphics.

From highly visible building signs to department identification, parking signs, donation signs, and custom wall graphics, our team helped create a cohesive signage package designed around the needs of the new retail location.

Building Signs Give the New Location a Strong Presence

Exterior building signage is one of the first things customers notice when arriving at a new business location. Clear, professional signage helps customers identify a business, find the location, and recognize the brand from a distance.

For Many Hands Thrift Market’s new Jordan Creek store, Signarama Ankeny provided custom building signs to establish a strong and highly visible presence for the new location.

With a new store, exterior signage plays an important role in helping customers recognize the business and find their way to the new location. The completed building signs provide a prominent visual identity for Many Hands Thrift Market while welcoming shoppers to the store.

Donation Parking Signs Make Drop-Offs Easier

Signage can also help organize specific areas of a property and make it easier for customers to know where to go.

For the new Many Hands Thrift Market location, Signarama Ankeny produced “Donation Parking Only” signs to clearly identify designated spaces for customers dropping off donations. Clearly marked donation parking helps separate these spaces from general customer parking and makes the drop-off process easier.

For thrift stores, retail businesses, and other organizations that receive customer donations or deliveries, dedicated parking signs can be a simple but effective addition to the overall property signage.

Donation Signs Give Customers the Information They Need

Donation signage was another important part of the Many Hands Thrift Market project. Because donations are a key part of the thrift store experience, customers need clear information about when and what they can donate.

Signarama Ankeny created donation signs that display the hours Many Hands accepts donations, along with information about the types of items they will and will not accept. Having these details clearly displayed helps customers know what to expect before dropping off their items and can make the donation process more convenient for everyone.

For thrift stores, nonprofits, and other organizations that accept donations, well-designed informational signage can help answer common questions at a glance while keeping the donation area organized and easy to navigate.

Hanging Department Signs Make the Store Easier to Navigate

Inside the new store, customers encounter a wide variety of merchandise. Helping shoppers quickly find the department they're looking for was another key component of the signage project.

Signarama Ankeny produced hanging PVC department signs for areas throughout the store, including departments such as clothing, home decor, and other merchandise categories.

The hanging signs provide clear visual identification while helping organize the retail environment. Customers can quickly see where different types of merchandise are located, making the shopping experience more convenient and intuitive.

Interior department signage can be particularly valuable in large retail spaces where customers may be browsing multiple sections or looking for something specific.

Custom Wall Graphics Add Visual Impact

To further bring the Many Hands Thrift Market brand into the interior of the store, Signarama Ankeny also created custom wall graphics.

Wall graphics offer businesses an opportunity to turn otherwise unused wall space into an engaging part of the customer experience. They can reinforce a brand, add personality to an environment, communicate messages, or simply make a space feel more finished and inviting.

For a retail environment like Many Hands Thrift Market, interior graphics can help create a memorable atmosphere while complementing the other signage throughout the store.

A Complete Signage Package for a New Retail Store

This project is a great example of how different types of signage can work together to support an entire customer journey.

For Many Hands Thrift Market's new Jordan Creek location, Signarama Ankeny provided:

• Custom building signs for exterior storefront visibility

• Parking signs to help customers navigate the property

• Donation signs displaying donation hours and accepted and unaccepted items

• Hanging PVC department signs to help organize merchandise and guide shoppers throughout the space

• Custom wall graphics to enhance the interior environment

Each type of sign serves a different purpose, but together they create a more cohesive and functional experience for shoppers.

Exterior building signs help customers find the store. Parking signs help them navigate the property. Donation signs provide direction for people dropping off items. Department signs help shoppers find what they're looking for inside. Wall graphics extend the brand throughout the interior.

That's the value of looking at signage as a complete system rather than as individual signs.

Custom Signage for Businesses in the Des Moines Area

Every business has different signage requirements. A new retail store may need a combination of building signs, parking signs, donation signs, department signs, wayfinding, and interior graphics. An office may need lobby signs and directional signage. A restaurant may need exterior branding, interior graphics, menu displays, and promotional signs.

Signarama is a full-service signage partner offering custom signs and visual solutions designed around the needs of individual businesses. Our capabilities include exterior branding, interior branding, wall graphics, window graphics, wayfinding signage, banners, vehicle graphics, and more.

Our brand is built around helping businesses and communities succeed through effective signs and visual solutions, with a focus on being a trusted local partner.

Whether a business is opening a new location, remodeling an existing space, expanding its brand, or simply looking for better ways to communicate with customers, the right signage can make a meaningful difference.

Helping Many Hands Thrift Market Welcome the Community

We're excited to have been part of the expansion of Many Hands Thrift Market and to have helped prepare the new Jordan Creek location for shoppers.

From the exterior building signs to the parking and donation signs, hanging department signs, and custom wall graphics, this project allowed our team to provide signage solutions throughout the customer experience.

Congratulations to Many Hands Thrift Market on its new Jordan Creek location! Thank you for trusting Signarama Ankeny with this project. We're proud to have played a part in this exciting milestone and wish the Many Hands Thrift Market team continued success in serving the Des Moines-area community.

Kacer Insurance & Financial Services is now welcoming clients to its new Pleasant Hill office with a striking black PVC dimensional building sign created by Signarama Ankeny. The custom exterior sign provides a clean, professional appearance while reinforcing the company's trusted brand from the moment visitors arrive.

The finished sign features precision-cut black PVC dimensional letters mounted directly to the building façade, creating depth, shadow, and a polished appearance that reinforces the company's trusted brand. Dimensional lettering is an excellent choice for insurance agencies, financial advisors, law firms, medical offices, and other professional businesses looking to project credibility from the moment customers arrive.

Why Choose PVC Dimensional Letter Signs?

PVC dimensional signs are one of the most popular options for commercial building signage because they offer:

• A clean, modern, professional appearance

• Durable, weather-resistant materials for long-lasting performance

• Three-dimensional depth that stands out from flat signage

• Low maintenance and excellent value

• Custom colors, fonts, and sizing to match your brand

For Kacer Insurance & Financial Services, the black dimensional lettering creates a sophisticated look that is easy to read while complementing the building's architecture.

Building Signs That Help Businesses Get Noticed

Exterior signage is often the first interaction customers have with your business. A professionally designed dimensional sign not only helps visitors find your location but also builds confidence in your brand before they even walk through the door.

At Signarama Ankeny, we work with businesses throughout Ankeny, Pleasant Hill, Des Moines, Altoona, Johnston, Urbandale, and Central Iowa to design, manufacture, and install custom business signs that make lasting impressions.

Whether you're opening a new office, relocating your business, or refreshing your brand, our team can help you select the right signage solution for your goals and budget.

Congratulations to Kacer Insurance & Financial Services

We're proud to have been part of Kacer Insurance & Financial Services' move to Pleasant Hill and appreciate the opportunity to help showcase their new location with a custom dimensional building sign.

Congratulations on your new office—we wish your team continued success!

Need a Custom Building Sign?

If you're looking for dimensional letter signs, building signage, office signs, or other custom business signs in Central Iowa, Signarama Ankeny is here to help. From design and permitting to fabrication and professional installation, we'll guide you through every step of the process.

Contact Signarama Ankeny today to schedule a signage consultation and discover how custom signs can help your business stand out.

Creating clear, welcoming environments often starts with thoughtful signage. That's why Signarama Ankeny was proud to partner with On With Life to refresh the signage throughout their beautiful Therapy Garden, giving each destination a fresh new look while preserving the existing sign structures.

Rather than replacing the entire sign structures, our team updated the existing signs with brand-new graphic faces, giving each location a clean, vibrant appearance while making the most of the original posts. This approach preserved the existing installation while delivering a fresh, easy-to-read look that will serve visitors for years to come.

Each sign within the Therapy Garden is uniquely designed to identify an important therapeutic space, helping patients, families, and visitors navigate an environment built for healing, growth, and exploration. The updated signs include:

• Agricultural Exploration Area

• Butterfly Sensory Garden

• Enabling Garden

• Inclusive Playground & Therapy Obstacle Course

• Putting Green

These areas play an important role in rehabilitation by encouraging movement, independence, sensory engagement, and outdoor therapy. Clear, attractive signage enhances the visitor experience while complementing the beautiful landscape and mission of the garden.

Projects like this remind us that signs aren't just about wayfinding. They're about creating environments where people can learn, recover, and thrive. We are grateful to support organizations like On With Life that make such a meaningful impact in our community.

Whether your organization needs wayfinding signage, donor recognition displays, campus signs, park signage, or updates to existing sign systems, Signarama Ankeny provides complete signage solutions from design through production and installation.

We're proud to have played a small part in helping On With Life continue providing an exceptional experience for everyone who visits their Therapy Garden.

Need to refresh your existing signage?

Not every project requires starting from scratch. Updating sign faces can often provide a cost-effective way to modernize your facility while extending the life of existing sign structures. Contact Signarama Ankeny to learn how we can help your organization create signage that informs, inspires, and stands the test of time.

When a business opens a new location, first impressions matter. Before patients walk through the front door, they form an opinion based on the building itself—and the sign is often the first thing they notice.

As Iowa Chiropractic Clinic prepared to open its newest Ankeny location, creating the right exterior sign became an important part of welcoming new patients. The goal was to design signage that reflected the clinic's professional brand while complementing the modern architecture of one of Ankeny's fastest-growing commercial developments.

The finished result is a clean, sophisticated sign that creates a welcoming first impression and helps patients easily identify the clinic.

A Custom Exterior Sign Designed for the Building

No two buildings are exactly alike, and the best signs are designed specifically for their environment and the goals of the business.

For Iowa Chiropractic Clinic's new location, our team fabricated a custom ACM panel that was precision routed to fit the designated sign area. We then custom painted the panel to closely match the surrounding brick façade, creating a cohesive foundation for the sign.

The custom-painted panel creates a seamless backdrop that allows the dimensional lettering and logo to take center stage. The result is a polished, professional appearance that complements both the building and the clinic's brand.

Dimensional PVC Letters Create Depth and Visibility

Rather than using flat graphics, we manufactured custom routed PVC dimensional letters featuring Iowa Chiropractic Clinic's name and logo.

Dimensional letters offer several advantages for professional offices:

• Excellent visibility from a distance

• Added depth and visual interest through natural shadows

• A premium appearance that reflects quality and professionalism

• Outstanding durability in Iowa's changing weather

• Low-maintenance performance for years to come

The finished lettering provides a crisp, architectural look while remaining easy for patients and visitors to identify from the parking lot and surrounding streets.

The Details Make the Difference

One of the hallmarks of a custom sign is the attention to detail.

By carefully matching the ACM panel to the building's brick color, we created a cohesive backdrop that enhances the dimensional lettering without overwhelming the building's design. Small details like custom paint matching, precision routing, and quality fabrication combine to create signage that feels thoughtfully designed and professionally executed.

These finishing touches help transform a sign from simply displaying a business name into an extension of the company's overall brand.

Exterior Signs Help Businesses Get Found

An attractive building sign does more than enhance curb appeal—it also helps customers confidently locate your business.

For healthcare providers like Iowa Chiropractic Clinic, clear exterior signage helps first-time patients quickly identify the correct location while reinforcing the professionalism they expect before ever stepping inside.

A quality building sign can:

• Improve visibility from nearby streets

• Help visitors find your entrance more easily

• Strengthen brand recognition

• Create a professional first impression

• Add long-term value to your property

Whether the goal is making a bold statement or creating a sign that complements the surrounding architecture, the right design begins with understanding each client's vision.

Supporting Businesses Throughout Prairie Trail

The District at Prairie Trail continues to grow as one of Ankeny's premier destinations for healthcare, retail, restaurants, and professional services.

As new businesses open their doors, quality signage plays an important role in helping them establish their presence and create memorable first impressions.

We're proud to partner with businesses throughout Ankeny and Central Iowa to design, fabricate, and install custom signage that reflects their unique brand and business goals.

From Concept to Installation

Every successful sign project starts with understanding the client's needs.

For Iowa Chiropractic Clinic, our team managed every phase of the project, including:

• Site evaluation

• Material recommendations

• Permitting

• Precision routing

• Custom paint matching

• Fabrication of dimensional PVC lettering and logo

• Professional installation

By managing the project from concept through installation, we ensure every detail meets our quality standards while making the process simple and stress-free for our customers.

Why Businesses Choose Dimensional Letter Signs

Dimensional lettering remains one of the most popular choices for professional offices because it offers a timeless appearance, exceptional durability, and outstanding versatility.

Whether mounted directly to a building or installed on a custom ACM panel, dimensional letters provide a clean, professional look that works beautifully for:

• Chiropractic clinics

• Medical offices

• Dental practices

• Law firms

• Financial advisors

• Corporate offices

• Professional service businesses

Every project is customized to fit the building, the brand, and the customer's goals, creating signage that's designed to make a lasting impression.

Looking for Custom Building Signs in Ankeny?

Whether you're opening a new location, updating your storefront, or planning a complete rebrand, Signarama Ankeny can help bring your vision to life.

From dimensional letters and monument signs to illuminated signage, window graphics, vehicle wraps, and complete branding solutions, our experienced team creates custom signs that help businesses stand out and succeed.

We're proud to have partnered with Iowa Chiropractic Clinic on their beautiful new location in The District at Prairie Trail, and we look forward to helping more Central Iowa businesses create signage that reflects the quality of their brand.

If you're planning your next signage project, contact Signarama Ankeny today to schedule a consultation. We'd love to help you create signage that's built to last and designed to make the right first impression.

At Signarama Ankeny, we believe every space should reflect the purpose and values of the people who use it. That's why we were honored to partner with Prairie Ridge Church on a beautiful interior signage project that combined elegant acrylic lettering with an inspiring custom wall graphic.

Custom Acrylic Chapel Lettering

The church wanted a clean, timeless way to identify its chapel while complementing the warm, welcoming atmosphere of the space. We created custom acrylic lettering spelling "Chapel," giving the entrance a polished, professional appearance.

Acrylic dimensional letters are a popular choice for churches, schools, businesses, and offices because they:

• Create a sophisticated, high-end look

• Add depth and dimension to interior spaces

• Can be customized in a variety of colors, finishes, and thicknesses

• Are durable and easy to maintain

• Reinforce your organization's brand and identity

The finished lettering provides a subtle yet impactful focal point that helps visitors easily identify the chapel while enhancing the overall design of the building.

Inspiring Scripture Through Custom Wall Graphics

In addition to the acrylic lettering, our team produced and installed a large-format wall graphic. Decorative wall graphics are an excellent way to transform blank walls into meaningful visual experiences.

For churches, scripture wall graphics can:

• Inspire worshippers and visitors

• Reinforce your mission and values

• Create inviting gathering spaces

• Enhance classrooms, chapels, fellowship halls, and offices

• Add visual interest without expensive renovations

Using high-quality materials and precision installation, the finished graphic blends beautifully with the surrounding architecture while creating a lasting impression for everyone who enters the space.

Interior Signs That Reflect Your Mission

Whether you're updating a church, school, nonprofit, office, or commercial building, interior signage does more than identify rooms—it tells your story.

At Signarama Ankeny, we design, manufacture, and install custom interior signs including:

• Acrylic dimensional lettering

• Wall graphics

• Lobby signs

• Wayfinding signage

• ADA-compliant signs

• Window graphics

• Donor recognition displays

• Custom graphics

From concept through installation, our team works closely with every client to create signage that is both functional and visually inspiring.

Looking for Custom Church Signs in Central Iowa?

If your church is planning a renovation, updating interior branding, or looking for custom acrylic lettering or wall graphics, Signarama Ankeny is here to help. We create signage that welcomes visitors, enhances your environment, and communicates your message with lasting impact.

Contact Signarama Ankeny today to learn how custom interior signs and graphics can transform your space.

Making a Powerful First Impression

When people drive by a business for the first time, its signage often determines whether they stop or keep driving. For fitness studios, visibility is even more important because members visit before sunrise, after work, and late into the evening. A bright, professional storefront helps customers find the location while reinforcing the quality of the brand.

That's exactly why HOTWORX Ames partnered with Signarama Ankeny to install a custom illuminated channel letter sign that commands attention both day and night.

The finished sign delivers a clean, modern appearance that reflects the innovative HOTWORX brand while ensuring maximum visibility from the roadway. It's another example of how professionally planned and installed exterior signage can become one of the most valuable investments a business makes.

What Are Channel Letter Signs?

Channel letter signs are three-dimensional letters that are typically illuminated with energy-efficient LED lighting. They can be mounted directly to a building or installed on a raceway, creating depth and giving businesses a polished, high-end appearance that stands out both day and night.

Unlike flat panel signs, channel letters create a premium look that immediately enhances a property's curb appeal. They are one of the most popular signage solutions for retail stores, fitness centers, restaurants, medical offices, and other commercial businesses.

Benefits include:

• Outstanding daytime and nighttime visibility

• Long-lasting LED illumination

• Professional, upscale appearance

• Excellent durability in Iowa weather

• Custom colors, fonts, and branding

• Energy-efficient operation

For businesses that depend on walk-in traffic, channel letters help customers locate the business quickly while strengthening brand recognition.

Why HOTWORX Ames Chose Channel Letters

HOTWORX has built its reputation on innovative infrared fitness workouts that combine technology with convenience. Their modern studio design and recognizable branding deserve signage that reflects that same level of professionalism.

The new illuminated channel letter sign provides:

Increased Visibility

Members can easily locate the studio whether they're arriving for an early morning workout or a late evening session. Bright LED illumination ensures the location stands out in all lighting conditions.

Stronger Brand Recognition

Consistent branding builds trust. The custom channel letters accurately represent the HOTWORX brand, helping reinforce a professional image every time someone drives by.

Premium Appearance

An attractive storefront signals quality before customers ever step inside. Professional signage helps communicate that HOTWORX Ames invests in providing an exceptional fitness experience.

Long-Term Value

Unlike temporary signage, channel letters are designed to provide years of reliable performance with minimal maintenance, making them one of the smartest long-term investments for commercial properties.

A Complete Signage Solution

At Signarama Ankeny, every sign project begins with understanding the client's goals. Our experienced team works closely with business owners, property managers, and franchise operators to recommend the right signage solution, coordinate production, and ensure every installation complies with local building and zoning requirements.

For the HOTWORX Ames project, our team managed the project from concept through installation, including:

• Site evaluation

• Sign design consultation

• Material selection

• Permit coordination

• Professional installation

• Final quality inspection

Managing every step of the process helps ensure a smooth experience while delivering a finished sign that meets our customers' expectations.

Why Professional Exterior Signage Matters

Studies consistently show that exterior signs are one of the most effective forms of local advertising. Unlike digital ads that disappear after a campaign ends, your building sign works for your business every hour of every day.

A professionally designed and installed sign helps:

• Increase brand awareness

• Improve customer confidence

• Attract new visitors

• Support existing marketing efforts

• Enhance property appearance

• Generate long-term advertising value

For many businesses, their storefront sign creates thousands of impressions every single week.

Built for Iowa Businesses

Central Iowa weather demands durable signage. From hot summers to freezing winters, commercial signs must withstand changing temperatures, wind, rain, and snow.

That's why Signarama Ankeny provides signage solutions built with premium materials designed for long-term performance. High-quality construction, weather-resistant finishes, and energy-efficient LED lighting help ensure illuminated channel letter signs continue performing year after year.

Whether you're opening a new location or updating an existing storefront, investing in quality signage reduces maintenance costs and protects your brand image.

More Than Just Channel Letters

While illuminated channel letters remain one of our most popular products, Signarama Ankeny offers complete visual communication solutions for businesses throughout Central Iowa.

Our capabilities include:

• Monument signs

• Dimensional lettering

• Lobby signs

• Window graphics

• Vehicle wraps

• Wall graphics

• ADA signage

• Directional signs

• Banners

• Trade show displays

By offering complete branding solutions, we help businesses maintain a consistent, professional appearance across every customer touchpoint.

Serving Businesses Across Central Iowa

Signarama Ankeny proudly serves businesses throughout Ankeny, Ames, Des Moines, Altoona, Johnston, Urbandale, West Des Moines, and surrounding communities.

Whether you're a national franchise like HOTWORX or a locally owned small business, our team has the experience to guide your signage project from planning through professional installation.

From a single storefront sign to a complete rebranding project, we are committed to helping local businesses stand out in competitive markets.

Ready to Upgrade Your Business Sign?

If your current signage is faded, outdated, or simply not attracting the attention your business deserves, now is the perfect time to explore custom channel letter signs.

The new HOTWORX Ames installation demonstrates how professional signage can transform a storefront into a powerful branding asset that works around the clock.

At Signarama Ankeny, we combine thoughtful design, expert project management, and professional installation to deliver signage solutions that help businesses increase visibility and make a lasting first impression.

Contact Signarama Ankeny today to schedule a consultation and discover how custom illuminated channel letter signs can help your business strengthen its brand, improve visibility, and stand out in Central Iowa.

A company's vehicles say a lot about its brand. For home builders, where professionalism, trust, and attention to detail are essential, a clean and professionally branded truck can make a lasting impression long before the first handshake.

That's why EverStone Homes, a growing home builder based in Ankeny, Iowa, partnered with Signarama Ankeny to outfit one of its work trucks with custom vehicle decals designed to reinforce its brand everywhere the road leads.

The finished graphics provide a clean, polished appearance that reflects the quality craftsmanship EverStone Homes is known for throughout Central Iowa. Whether the truck is arriving at a jobsite, meeting with homeowners, or traveling between projects, it's now serving as a mobile advertisement that works every mile of the journey.

Why Vehicle Decals Are a Smart Choice for Home Builders

For construction companies, contractors, and home builders, company vehicles spend countless hours on the road and at active job sites. Instead of leaving those vehicles unbranded, custom truck decals transform them into an effective marketing tool that builds brand recognition every day.

Unlike traditional advertising that requires ongoing monthly spending, professionally installed vehicle decals continue promoting your business for years. Every neighborhood, subdivision, and construction site becomes an opportunity to introduce your company to future customers.

For EverStone Homes, custom truck decals help create a consistent brand image while increasing visibility throughout Ankeny, Des Moines, Ames, Altoona, Johnston, and the surrounding Central Iowa communities.

Building Trust Before You Even Meet the Customer

Choosing a home builder is one of the biggest decisions a family will make. Homeowners want confidence that they're working with an established, reputable company that takes pride in every detail.

Professionally branded work vehicles help communicate that message immediately.

When an EverStone Homes truck arrives at a jobsite displaying clean, professionally installed graphics, it reinforces the company's commitment to quality and professionalism. Neighbors notice. Prospective buyers driving through developing neighborhoods notice. Even subcontractors and suppliers recognize a company that invests in presenting a polished image.

Those first impressions often become lasting impressions.

Simple Graphics. Powerful Branding.

Not every vehicle needs a full wrap to make an impact.

Custom truck decals offer an affordable way to establish a strong professional presence while maintaining the truck's factory finish. Well-designed decals clearly display the company name and branding without overwhelming the vehicle's appearance.

For EverStone Homes, the clean layout creates a sophisticated, timeless look that aligns with the company's reputation for building beautiful homes with exceptional craftsmanship.

The result is a truck that looks organized, professional, and ready for business.

Visibility Where It Matters Most

Construction companies naturally spend time where future customers are looking.

Work trucks are parked in developing neighborhoods, drive through residential communities, stop at suppliers, and travel major roadways throughout the day.

Each stop creates another opportunity for homeowners to become familiar with the EverStone Homes name.

Brand recognition rarely happens overnight. Instead, it develops through repeated exposure.

When people consistently see the same professionally branded vehicle throughout their community, familiarity grows. Later, when they're ready to build a custom home or recommend a builder to friends or family, they'll be more likely to remember the company they've seen around town.

Built to Last Through Iowa's Seasons

Commercial vehicles work in every season, and their graphics need to perform just as reliably.

At Signarama Ankeny, we use premium commercial-grade vinyl specifically designed to withstand Iowa's changing weather conditions, including intense summer sun, winter snow, rain, road salt, and everyday wear.

Professional installation ensures the decals adhere properly and maintain a clean appearance for years while resisting premature peeling, fading, and lifting.

Quality materials combined with expert installation help protect your investment and keep your brand looking professional wherever business takes you.

Ideal for Construction and Trade Professionals

Truck decals are an excellent branding solution for businesses across the construction industry, including:

• Home builders

• General contractors

• Remodeling companies

• Roofing contractors

• Electricians

• HVAC contractors

• Plumbing companies

• Excavation contractors

• Landscaping businesses

• Concrete contractors

Whether you operate one pickup truck or an entire fleet, professionally branded vehicles help create consistency, improve visibility, and reinforce your company's reputation.

More Than Vehicle Graphics

At Signarama Ankeny, we help businesses throughout Central Iowa create professional, consistent branding across every customer touchpoint.

In addition to truck decals and vehicle graphics, we design, manufacture, and install storefront signs, monument signs, dimensional lettering, window graphics, wall murals, jobsite signage, banners, trade show displays, and fleet graphics.

Our team works closely with every customer to understand their business goals and create visual solutions that support long-term growth.

For EverStone Homes, that meant producing clean, durable truck decals that reflect the company's commitment to quality while increasing visibility throughout the communities it serves.

Ready to Put Your Company Vehicle to Work?

If your trucks spend every day on the road or at customer locations, they should be working just as hard promoting your business as they are supporting your operations.

Custom vehicle decals are one of the most cost-effective ways to increase brand awareness, establish credibility, and create lasting impressions throughout your service area.

Whether you need graphics for a single work truck or an entire fleet, Signarama Ankeny can help bring your brand to life with professionally designed vehicle decals built to perform for years to come.

Contact Signarama Ankeny today to learn how custom truck decals can help your business stand out wherever the job takes you.

As colorful hot air balloons prepare to fill the skies over Indianola for next week's National Balloon Classic, one Iowa office is already celebrating one of the state's most recognizable traditions.

We recently completed a custom wall graphic installation for the Iowa Economic Development & Finance Authority (IEDFA), transforming an ordinary office wall into a vibrant display inspired by Iowa's iconic ballooning heritage. The finished wall graphic not only brightens the workspace but also reflects the optimism, innovation, and forward momentum that define both the annual event and IEDFA's mission to help Iowa businesses and communities grow.

Celebrating Iowa Through Environmental Graphics

Every workspace tells a story. From the moment employees, business leaders, and visitors walk through the door, the environment communicates an organization's values, culture, and connection to the community.

For IEDFA, the goal was to create a welcoming, visually engaging space that reflects the beauty and spirit of Iowa. Inspired by the colorful hot air balloons that have become synonymous with summer in our state, this custom wall mural transforms a blank wall into an eye-catching focal point that sparks conversation and leaves a lasting impression.

As thousands gather in Indianola for the National Balloon Classic each year, the sight of vibrant balloons floating across the Iowa sky has become a symbol of possibility, innovation, and opportunity—qualities that perfectly align with IEDFA's work to strengthen Iowa's economy.

Why Wall Graphics Make Such a Powerful Impact

Custom wall graphics do far more than decorate an office. They create memorable experiences that reinforce your organization's identity and make your space feel intentional and inspiring.

Large-format wall graphics can:

• Create a memorable first impression for visitors

• Reinforce your organization's mission and values

• Showcase local pride and community connections

• Inspire employees and improve workplace culture

• Transform unused wall space into a branded experience

• Encourage conversation and engagement

Whether installed in a government office, corporate headquarters, healthcare facility, school, or nonprofit organization, wall graphics help turn everyday spaces into environments that tell your story.

More Than Decoration—It's Storytelling

Organizations today are investing in environmental graphics because they recognize the power of visual storytelling.

A thoughtfully designed wall graphic can communicate your mission without saying a word. It reminds employees why their work matters, helps visitors connect with your organization, and reinforces your brand in a memorable way.

For IEDFA, this installation celebrates Iowa's landscape, communities, and entrepreneurial spirit while creating a warm, inviting atmosphere for everyone who enters the office.

Perfect Timing for Hot Air Balloon Season

With the National Balloon Classic returning to Indianola next week, excitement is once again building across central Iowa. Early morning launches and evening balloon glows have become cherished traditions that attract visitors from across the country while showcasing the beauty of our state.

This custom wall graphic captures that same sense of wonder year-round, bringing a little piece of Iowa's summer skies indoors.

It's a reminder that great design can do more than fill a wall—it can celebrate a community, inspire a workforce, and create meaningful connections with everyone who walks through the door.

Transform Your Workplace with Custom Wall Graphics

If your office has blank walls waiting to make an impact, custom wall graphics offer one of the most effective ways to transform your environment.

Whether you want to showcase your company's history, celebrate your community, reinforce your brand, or simply create a more engaging workplace, Signarama Ankeny can help bring your vision to life.

From concept and design to production and professional installation, our team creates custom wall graphics that inspire employees, impress visitors, and elevate your space.

Ready to transform your walls into something unforgettable? Contact Signarama Ankeny today to schedule a consultation and discover how custom environmental graphics can bring your story to life.

At Signarama Ankeny, we believe signs do more than identify a location. They tell stories, create connections, and help organizations share their message. That is why we are proud to serve as the sign sponsor of Cooper’s Charity Classic, an event that brings the community together in support of Tori’s Angels.

Our team is honored to provide signage for this special event, including the welcome banner featuring event sponsors and hole sponsor yard signs that recognize the businesses and individuals who help make the day possible.

Supporting a Meaningful Cause

Cooper’s Charity Classic showcases the power of people coming together to support something bigger. Through the involvement of neighbors, businesses, families, sponsors, and participants, the event helps raise awareness and provide support for Tori’s Angels.

As a locally owned business in Ankeny, Signarama understands the value of organizations and events that bring people together for a meaningful purpose. We are proud to provide signage that helps create a welcoming, professional atmosphere while highlighting the businesses and individuals behind Cooper’s Charity Classic.

Creating Signs That Make an Impression

At Signarama Ankeny, we provide custom signage solutions for businesses, organizations, and events. From banners and displays to vehicle graphics, storefront signage, and branded environments, our team creates visual solutions designed to communicate your message and make a lasting impression.

Whether you are promoting an event, growing your business, or strengthening your brand presence, we work with you from concept through installation to create signage that fits your goals.

Thank You to Everyone Who Makes a Difference

We appreciate the organizers, volunteers, sponsors, and attendees who make Cooper’s Charity Classic possible and help support the mission of Tori’s Angels.

Signarama Ankeny is grateful for the opportunity to provide signage for an event that celebrates community involvement and the many people who contribute to its success.

Need signage for your next event or organization? Contact Signarama Ankeny today and let our team help you create signage that communicates your message and gets noticed.

When a business invests in a new headquarters, every detail matters—from the building itself to the first impression made on customers and the community. Before the doors officially open, effective signage plays a vital role in building awareness, creating excitement, and keeping the public informed.

That was the goal when Community State Bank prepared to open its new headquarters in Ankeny, Iowa. As construction progressed, the bank needed a highly visible way to communicate with the thousands of drivers passing the site each day. Signarama Ankeny was proud to provide a custom sled sign that helped tell the story from construction through opening day.

Keeping the Community Informed During Construction

Construction projects naturally generate curiosity. People notice a new building taking shape and often wonder what's coming, when it will open, and what it will offer.

For Community State Bank, answering those questions before the building was complete was an important part of introducing its new headquarters to the community.

Our team produced a custom sled sign featuring the bank's opening date, giving residents and commuters a clear timeline for when they could expect the new headquarters to begin serving customers.

Unlike permanent monument signs that are often installed later in the construction process, sled signs provide immediate visibility while a project is still underway. Positioned near busy roadways, they offer an affordable and effective way to communicate important updates throughout the construction phase.

For new headquarters, branch offices, retail stores, medical facilities, restaurants, and commercial developments, temporary signage is often the very first opportunity to begin building brand recognition before opening day arrives.

Why Sled Signs Are So Effective

A sled sign is one of the most versatile temporary signage solutions available for businesses preparing to open a new location.

Because they're designed to be durable, portable, and highly visible, sled signs are ideal for announcing:

• Grand openings

• Future business locations

• Construction projects

• New headquarters

• Coming soon announcements

• Special promotions

• Leasing opportunities

Their simple design allows businesses to communicate clear, bold messaging that can easily be seen by passing traffic. For companies investing in a major project like a new headquarters, that visibility helps build familiarity with the location long before customers ever walk through the front door.

In today's competitive marketplace, every impression matters. A professionally produced temporary sign demonstrates that a project is active, progressing, and preparing to welcome customers.

From Opening Date to Opening Day

As construction wrapped up and Community State Bank prepared to officially open its new headquarters, the messaging naturally shifted.

Instead of counting down to opening day, the sign's purpose became welcoming customers to the new facility.

Our team printed updated graphic panels featuring a bold "OPEN" message, allowing the bank to quickly transition from announcing its upcoming opening to inviting customers inside.

The updated graphics immediately let motorists know the headquarters was now open for business without interrupting the bank's momentum or visibility during one of the most important stages of the project.

This seamless transition illustrates why planning signage as part of the overall construction timeline is so valuable. Rather than waiting until permanent signage is installed, businesses can communicate with customers every step of the way.

Supporting a Growing Community

Ankeny continues to experience tremendous residential and commercial growth, making it one of Iowa's fastest-growing communities.

As new neighborhoods, businesses, schools, and commercial developments continue to expand, organizations like Community State Bank are investing in facilities that will serve the community for years to come.

Opening a new headquarters is more than relocating employees or adding office space. It's a statement of long-term commitment to customers, employees, and the local economy.

Signage helps tell that story.

Long before someone schedules a meeting or opens a new account, they've likely driven past the building multiple times. Every interaction with the property contributes to brand recognition and builds confidence that something exciting is happening.

Clear, professional signage ensures that message is communicated effectively from day one.

Temporary Signs with Lasting Value

Many businesses focus exclusively on permanent building signs during construction planning, but temporary signage often delivers some of the highest visibility throughout the project.

Construction fencing, banners, window graphics, yard signs, and sled signs each play an important role in keeping projects visible and maintaining customer engagement during the months leading up to opening.

A well-designed sled sign can help answer the questions people are already asking:

• What is being built here?

• When will it open?

• Who is moving into this location?

• How can I learn more?

Providing those answers creates awareness while reducing confusion, helping businesses establish a stronger presence before opening day arrives.

For financial institutions, healthcare providers, retail businesses, restaurants, and corporate headquarters, this early communication can make a significant difference in creating a successful launch.

Your Local Partner for Custom Business Signage

Every construction project has its own timeline, challenges, and marketing opportunities. At Signarama Ankeny, we work with businesses throughout Central Iowa to develop signage solutions that support every stage of a project—from groundbreaking to grand opening and beyond.

Whether you need a custom sled sign, construction banners, window graphics, monument signs, building signage, vehicle graphics, or interior branding, our experienced team provides complete sign solutions from concept and design to production and installation.

We were honored to help Community State Bank introduce its new headquarters to the Ankeny community and congratulate them on this exciting milestone.

If your business is preparing to open a new location, expand an existing facility, or announce a major project, don't wait until construction is complete to start telling your story.

Contact Signarama Ankeny today to learn how custom sled signs and other temporary signage solutions can help your business build excitement, communicate important updates, and make a lasting first impression long before opening day.

When you're a handyman, your vehicle is more than transportation—it's your mobile office, your equipment hauler, and one of your most valuable marketing tools.

That's why DK3J Handyman Services partnered with Signarama Ankeny to transform their high-roof service van into a professional, attention-grabbing advertisement on wheels.

The completed project features a bold red partial wrap with clean white and black lettering and accents, creating a polished, professional look that's impossible to miss. Whether parked at a customer's home or traveling throughout Central Iowa, the van now serves as a mobile billboard for the business.

Why Vehicle Wraps Are a Smart Investment

For home service businesses like handyman companies, electricians, plumbers, HVAC contractors, and landscapers, visibility is essential.

A professionally wrapped vehicle builds brand awareness every time it's on the road. Unlike traditional advertising that ends when the campaign expires, vehicle graphics continue generating impressions every day without ongoing advertising costs.

Whether driving through Ankeny, Des Moines, Altoona, Johnston, Ames, or nearby communities, your business is constantly being seen by potential customers.

Why DK3J Chose a Partial Wrap

A partial wrap offers an excellent balance between visual impact and strategic branding.

Instead of covering the entire vehicle, strategically placed graphics incorporate the factory paint into the overall design, creating a polished, professional appearance while maximizing the impact of key branding elements.

For DK3J Handyman Services, the bright red graphics immediately capture attention, while the contrasting white and black text ensures the company name and branding remain easy to read from a distance.

The result is a clean, modern vehicle design that feels custom-built, strengthens brand recognition, and creates a memorable impression wherever the vehicle travels.

Making a Strong First Impression

Homeowners want confidence before inviting someone onto their property.

A professionally branded service vehicle instantly communicates professionalism, reliability, and pride in your business. Customers often associate a clean, organized vehicle with quality workmanship.

That first impression begins the moment your vehicle arrives.

For contractors competing in today's market, presenting a polished image can help build trust before a single word is spoken.

Standing Out in a Competitive Market

The home services industry continues to grow, making it more important than ever to stand apart from the competition.

While websites and online reviews are important, local brand recognition still plays a major role in attracting new customers.

Every time DK3J's wrapped van is parked in a neighborhood or driving between appointments, it reinforces the company's presence within the community.

Neighbors notice.

Potential customers remember.

When someone eventually needs handyman services, there's a much better chance they'll recognize the name they've already seen around town.

Designed for Maximum Visibility

Every vehicle wrap should look great while communicating information quickly.

For this project, the bright red graphics naturally draw attention, while white lettering provides outstanding contrast for easy readability. Black accents add depth and help organize the overall layout.

The design remains effective whether viewed from behind, alongside the vehicle, or while it's parked at a job site.

Good vehicle graphics don't just look impressive—they help people remember your business.

Built for Iowa Roads

Commercial vehicles work hard, and their graphics should too.

Professional-grade wrap materials are designed to withstand Iowa's changing seasons, including sun, rain, snow, and road salt.

Combined with expert installation, a quality wrap maintains its appearance for years while protecting portions of the vehicle's original paint.

A Powerful Marketing Tool for Service Businesses

Vehicle wraps consistently deliver outstanding value for businesses that travel to customers.

They're especially effective for:

• Handyman services

• Electricians

• Plumbers

• HVAC companies

• Roofing contractors

• Painters

• Landscapers

• Cleaning services

• Pest control providers

• Remodeling contractors

Every mile driven becomes another opportunity to introduce your business to potential customers.

Your Local Signage Partner

At Signarama Ankeny, we help businesses build stronger brands through custom visual solutions. From vehicle wraps and storefront signs to window graphics, interior branding, banners, and fleet graphics, we work with businesses from concept through professional installation.

By combining bold branding with a clean, professional design, DK3J Handyman Services now has a vehicle that works as hard promoting the business as it does supporting every jobsite.

Ready to Put Your Vehicle to Work?

If your business depends on traveling to customers, your vehicle should be generating leads wherever it goes.

Whether you operate a single service van or an entire fleet, professionally designed vehicle graphics help increase brand recognition, build credibility, and create lasting impressions.

Contact Signarama Ankeny today to learn how a custom vehicle wrap can transform your everyday driving into one of your most effective marketing tools.

First Impressions Matter—Especially in Banking

When customers visit a financial institution, they expect professionalism, trust, and attention to detail before they ever walk through the front doors. A building's exterior signage plays a major role in creating that first impression, helping customers quickly identify the location while reinforcing the organization's brand.

That's why Veridian Credit Union partnered with Signarama Ankeny to update the exterior branding at its Waukee, Iowa location. The project included two key improvements:

• A brand-new illuminated channel letter building sign.

• A completely new monument sign cabinet featuring white push-through acrylic lettering illuminated with energy-efficient white LED lighting.

The result is a clean, modern appearance that enhances visibility during both daytime and nighttime hours while maintaining the professional image Veridian Credit Union is known for.

A Complete Exterior Brand Refresh

When Veridian Credit Union chose to refresh the exterior signage at its Waukee branch, the goal was to update the property's appearance while maintaining the clean, professional image members have come to expect.

The most noticeable transformation came at the property's monument sign. The previous gray cabinet was replaced with a new cabinet finished in Veridian's signature green, giving the sign a fresh, updated appearance that better reflects the credit union's current branding. Paired with a new illuminated channel letter building sign, the refreshed signage creates a polished, cohesive look across the property.

Together, these updates modernize the branch's exterior while providing a welcoming first impression for members and visitors alike.

Updated Illuminated Channel Letter Sign

As part of the exterior refresh, Veridian Credit Union also updated its illuminated channel letter sign on the building façade.

Channel letters remain one of the most popular signage solutions for financial institutions because they provide a clean, architectural look while delivering excellent visibility both day and night. The updated sign features individually fabricated letters illuminated with energy-efficient white LED lighting, giving the branch a crisp, modern appearance.

The refreshed channel letter sign offers several advantages:

Updated Appearance

The new sign complements the refreshed monument sign, creating a cohesive look that aligns with Veridian Credit Union's current branding.

Day and Night Visibility

Individually illuminated letters provide clear, even illumination after dark while maintaining a professional appearance during daylight hours.

Energy-Efficient Lighting

White LED illumination delivers bright, consistent lighting while consuming less energy than older lighting technologies.

Quality Built to Last

Constructed with commercial-grade materials and expert craftsmanship, the updated sign is designed to provide reliable performance and long-term value.

A Bold New Monument Sign

The centerpiece of this project is Veridian Credit Union's completely refreshed monument sign.

The most noticeable improvement is the new cabinet finished in Veridian's signature green, replacing the previous gray cabinet with a design that immediately strengthens the branch's curb appeal and brand recognition.

To complete the upgrade, the new monument sign features:

• Premium white push-through acrylic lettering

• Bright white internal LED illumination

• A custom cabinet built to match Veridian's brand colors

• Excellent visibility during both daytime and nighttime hours

The combination of Veridian's distinctive green cabinet and illuminated push-through lettering creates a clean, contemporary look that is both highly visible and unmistakably on-brand, making the branch easier to recognize while providing a welcoming first impression for members and visitors alike.

What Is Push-Through Acrylic Lettering?

Many property owners ask about the difference between standard illuminated cabinet signs and push-through acrylic lettering.

Push-through lettering is a premium sign construction method where precisely routed letters extend through the face of the sign cabinet.

The acrylic letters protrude slightly beyond the cabinet surface, allowing internal LED lighting to shine evenly through each individual character.

The result is:

• Crisp illumination

• Greater letter definition

• Improved readability

• A sophisticated architectural appearance

Unlike traditional translucent sign faces that illuminate the entire panel, push-through lettering highlights only the business name, creating a refined and upscale look.

This style has become increasingly popular among:

• Banks

• Credit unions

• Corporate headquarters

• Healthcare facilities

• Government buildings

• Professional office complexes

The Advantages of Modern LED-Illuminated Signage

As part of the exterior refresh, both the updated channel letter sign and the new monument sign feature bright, energy-efficient white LED illumination.

LED lighting has become the standard for today's commercial signage, providing businesses with reliable performance, clean illumination, and an attractive appearance that enhances their brand around the clock.

Crisp, Consistent Illumination

White LED lighting delivers bright, even illumination that helps the channel letters and monument sign maintain a clean, professional appearance after dark.

Energy Efficiency

Modern LED technology uses less electricity than older lighting systems, helping reduce energy consumption without sacrificing brightness.

Reliable Performance

Quality LED modules are designed for long service life, providing dependable illumination for years to come.

Lower Maintenance

With fewer components requiring replacement over time, LED-illuminated signs typically require less maintenance, helping minimize service interruptions.

A Professional Day and Night Presence

Whether viewed during the day or illuminated in the evening, the updated signage presents a polished, welcoming appearance that reflects Veridian Credit Union's commitment to quality and service.

Why Exterior Signage Matters for Financial Institutions

Banks and credit unions invest heavily in creating a welcoming customer experience.

Exterior signage is one of the first opportunities to reinforce professionalism, security, and trust.

Well-designed signage helps customers:

• Find the correct entrance

• Identify branch locations quickly

• Feel confident they're visiting the right financial institution

• Experience a consistent brand across multiple locations

For organizations with multiple branches like Veridian Credit Union, consistency in signage strengthens overall brand recognition throughout the communities they serve.

Signarama Ankeny's Full-Service Approach

Projects like this involve much more than manufacturing a sign.

Every commercial signage project requires careful planning, fabrication, installation, and attention to detail.

At Signarama Ankeny, we work closely with property owners, contractors, and facility managers to ensure every phase moves smoothly.

Our team provides support throughout the process, including:

• Site evaluations

• Sign design

• Material recommendations

• Fabrication

• Professional installation

Whether updating one location or managing signage for multiple facilities, we help businesses create visual solutions that last.

Serving Businesses Throughout Central Iowa

Signarama Ankeny is proud to help businesses across Central Iowa improve visibility through high-quality custom signage.

Our customers include:

• Financial institutions

• Healthcare providers

• Retail stores

• Restaurants

• Office buildings

• Manufacturers

• Schools

• Municipal organizations

• Property managers

• Nonprofit organizations

From illuminated signs and monument signs to vehicle graphics, wall murals, window graphics, and wayfinding systems, we create custom visual solutions designed to support each customer's goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are channel letter signs?

Channel letters are individually fabricated letters mounted directly to a building. Each letter is typically illuminated with LED lighting, providing outstanding visibility both day and night.

What is a monument sign?

A monument sign is a freestanding ground sign positioned near a property's entrance. These signs help customers locate businesses while reinforcing brand identity.

Why choose push-through acrylic lettering?

Push-through lettering provides a premium appearance by allowing only the letters themselves to illuminate, creating a crisp, upscale look with excellent readability.

Are LED signs energy efficient?

Yes. Modern LED signs consume significantly less electricity than older fluorescent lighting systems while offering brighter illumination and longer service life.

Can Signarama Ankeny replace existing commercial signs?

Absolutely. We regularly replace aging signage with updated solutions that improve appearance, visibility, and energy efficiency while matching current branding standards.

Refreshing a Trusted Brand

The completed Veridian Credit Union Waukee project is a great example of how updated signage can give a property a fresh, modern appearance while staying true to an established brand.

From the updated illuminated channel letter sign to the new monument sign cabinet finished in Veridian's signature green with white push-through acrylic lettering, every element was designed to create a cohesive, polished look that reflects the credit union's commitment to its members and community.

Whether your business is planning a brand refresh, replacing existing signage, or updating a single sign, Signarama Ankeny can help bring your vision to life. Our experienced team manages every step of the process—from design and fabrication to professional installation—ensuring your signage reflects your brand with quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.

If you're ready to refresh your business's exterior signage, contact Signarama Ankeny to schedule a consultation. We'd love to help create signage that leaves a lasting impression for years to come.