50 Creative Ideas for Commercial Neon Signs

The proper signage can make or break your brand's presence in our fast-paced and visually driven market.

Choosing a commercial neon sign can be challenging if you run or own a business. I wrote this article to help business owners solve common problems and present over 50 ideas on how customers can use neon signs in commercial and retail operations.

Let's dive in and explore the 50 creative uses for commercial neon signs.

50 Creative Ideas

In the realm of commercial design, emphasizing visual identity is paramount.

Below are some ideas on how to use business and commercial neon signs:

1. Color: Tailor the neon sign to match your brand colors.
2. Logo: Transform your company logo into a glowing neon sign to reinforce your brand's visual identity.
3. Communicate Your Message: Use a neon sign to convey any message, from catchy slogans and taglines to fun or quirky sayings embodying your company ethos.
4. Unique Selling Propositions: Use a neon sign to highlight your business's unique selling propositions.
5. Highlight Products: Strategically place neon signs in your retail store to call attention to particular product ranges, collections, or third-party brands.
6. Wall Artwork: It can be 3D artwork with a unique design, like your business.
7. Warm Glow: The cozy and inviting atmosphere created by a neon sign's warm glow can make customers feel at ease, encouraging longer stays and repeat visits. Color selection is essential.
8. Ambiance Setting: A combination of the design and colors used, you can control the mood in a space. Incorporate fun or inspiring messages and classy, romantic, or elegant designs.
9. Interactive Displays: Create touch-activated or interactive displays that enhance the shopping experience and make your store more engaging.
10. Social Media Buzz: Photo backgrounds for Instagram and social media photos. Using a neon sign like this will enhance the retail shopping experience and encourage social media sharing, providing free marketing as customers share their experiences online.

11. Corporate Event: Use a custom neon sign at a corporate event to highlight products, specials, and signup offers at the booth.
12. Product Launch: They are perfect for product launches and can feature names or quotes related to the product.
13. Motivational Quotes: Share motivational quotes or thank-you messages through neon signs to make people feel valued and uplifted. This personal touch can significantly enhance the customer experience. Create an atmosphere that not only looks good but feels welcoming and cheerful.
14. Helpful Information: Use neon signs to provide useful information such as directions, event details, or wayfinding tools, improving the overall customer experience by making navigation within the space more accessible. Like a - Pay Here sign.
15. Collaborations: Partnering with iconic artists allows businesses to elevate their visual presence by blending contemporary art and modern design.
16. Reinforcing Product Categories: Link your neon sign to your product ranges - maybe you can present the newest sports shoes, dresses, or clothing on neon mannequins.
17. Outdoor Use: Display your neon sign outside your business.
18. Indoor Impact: LED neon flex signs can be used safely indoors. They should be designed to suit the business colors and support visual identity.
19. Customize: The ability to customize a neon sign to suit a particular business decor or style opens up design creativity. From a feature neon wall to cozy corners to dynamic, Instagrammable spaces, the possibilities are endless.
20. Positive Mood: A well-designed neon sign themed to the business and the clientele it receives elevates the aesthetic and enhances mental well-being, making customers feel more relaxed and at home.

21. Productivity and Concentration Zones: Neon signs can delineate concentration zones or relaxation areas in work environments, improving focus and overall productivity.
22. Commercial Property: Neon signs amplify a business logo for commercial properties and offices.
23. Brand Identity: For businesses, aligning the neon sign colors with the brand style guide can reinforce brand recognition and create a cohesive visual experience.
24. Light Source: Utilizing neon signs as the primary light source allows complete control over the ambiance, creating intimate seating areas or defining specific spaces. This is great for a restaurant or bar.
25. Window Displays: Transform your store's window with dynamic custom neon signs. It's not just about attracting passersby; it's about creating a visual spectacle that people can't help but share.
26. Glowing Open Sign: Informing potential customers when your store is open is essential, and a neon sign takes that to the next level - it draws the eye and is informative.
27. Artwork and Mirror Framing: Accentuate artwork and mirrors with LED neon signs to add depth and color. The fusion of form and function turns ordinary spaces into extraordinary spaces.
28. Staircase Lighting: Transform everyday objects into statement pieces. A staircase turns into a path of light, guiding the way, but also with advertising business signs.
29. Color-Changing & Movement: Unlike glass neon, LED neon signs can be programmed with multi-color changes. They can be used to draw attention, convey emotions, tell a story, or be programmed to accompany music or video.
30. Business Traits: Design neon signs that mirror specific business characteristics, such as trendiness or boldness, making your business stand out.

31. Unique Designs: Stand out from competitors with a custom neon sign that showcases your business's unique identity.
32. Offices & Workspaces: Create an energizing atmosphere that boosts productivity and creativity. For instance, motivational quotes or company mottos in neon can inspire the team daily.
33. Bars & Restaurants: Use neon signs to add a 'cool factor,' offering an inviting, warm, and artistic ambiance that promises guests a good time.
34. Beauty Salons and Gyms: Incorporate custom neon signs that reflect the space's energy and wellness goals, from inspirational fitness quotes to serene beauty motifs.
35. Shapes & Designs: With a wide range of available shapes (flowers, hearts, food, faces, eyes), neon signs can be customized to perfectly align with any interior theme or brand identity.
36. Thematic Decor: Match the interior theme with specific shapes and colors; for example, a café might feature coffee cup-shaped neon signs in warm colors to enhance the cozy ambiance.
37. Entrance & Reception: Welcome guests with vibrant, themed neon signs that set the tone for their visit.
38. Hallways & Corridors: Use neon signs as artistic, illuminated markers for different areas or rooms within the space.
39. Communal Area: Modern offices have communal areas used for relaxing, eating, and socializing - using a neon sign in a space like this enhances the ambiance and mood.
40. Retail Spaces: Illuminate product displays or special collections with themed neon lighting to enhance their appeal and encourage customer interaction.

41. Commercial Spaces: Whether it's for cafes, bars, an office, gyms, beauty salons, or restaurants, a neon sign can be created to catch the eye of potential customers.
42. Holiday Theming: Christmas, Easter, Halloween and the 4th of July are all holidays that can be enhanced with window displays using neon lights and signs.
43. Eco-Friendly: Promote your business's eco-friendly credentials by using LED neon flex signs and LED lights - which will appeal to environmentally conscious customers.
44. Product or Service Features & Benefits: Showcase the features of a product or service.
45. Sale Promotions: Advertise a sales promotion or discount offer - like 10% off storewide.
46. Ordering Locations: Locations within the store to order or pay - Order here, Pay here.
47. Welcome Messages: A sign showing at the entrance to the business - like "Welcome to our restaurant."
48. Positive Affirmations: This might apply to beauty salons, like "You are Wonderful" or "You look Beautiful" neon signs.
49. Buzz Words: Office neon signs can be a little dry sometimes, so adding quirky buzz words and catchphrases lit up in neon can be a unique way to add some fun to the office.
50. Exit Signs: Building safety codes require lighted signs on all emergency exits - the brightest and best are LED neon flex signs.

Examples of Commercial Neon Signs (Images + Video)

Custom Neon Signs for Business

Most companies have their own logo and style guide. Fortunately, modern light signs can be designed and created to match their business logo, style, and commercial guidelines.

This could be for a restaurant, bar, office, or commercial retail business.

We often tailor a neon sign to meet these specific requirements. Customization options include colors, fonts, background printing, size, and advanced options like color-changing or programmable color patterns for incredible lighting effects.

A custom neon sign can significantly enhance your brand and visual identity.

Conclusion

I hope this article has given our business clients ideas on using a neon sign in their commercial business.

The versatility of modern LED neon signs means they can be used in nearly all business environments and settings - indoor ambiance and motivation, outdoor advertising and branding, social media backdrops, or mood settings; our neon signs are adaptable to a wide range of uses.