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Neon Filter LED neon sign product guide

Answers to the most common questions about Neon Filter custom LED neon signs: sizes, fonts, colours, backboards, mounting, power, delivery and care.

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Neon Filter LED neon signs at a glance

What it is
Custom LED neon signs made to order, with Ultra Glow LED lighting in opaque white silicone tubing on a clear acrylic backboard.
Maximum single-piece size
300cm wide. Larger signs are made in multiple pieces.
Backboard
Clear acrylic, 6mm as standard. 8mm and 10mm available on request.
Power
12V plug-in adaptor. Optional battery pack on compatible signs.
Cable length
4m in total: 2m black plus 2m clear.
Colours
12 single LED colours. Multi-colour designs are available. No RGB or colour-changing.
Outdoor use
Splash-proof on request. Not waterproof. For occasional or covered use.
Lifespan
Designed for more than 50,000 hours, and over 10 years with correct care.
Warranty
12 months, covering electrical faults. No returns on custom signs.
Production and UK delivery
Standard 5 working days, Rush 3, Super Rush 1, each with next working day delivery.
Made in
South Warnborough, Hampshire, UK.
Contact
Sales and bespoke: bespoke@neonfilter.com, 01256 643589. Support: hello@neonfilter.com.
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LED neon signs

What it is: A flexible LED neon sign with a vivid, front-facing glow, made to order by Neon Filter in Hampshire, UK.

Great for: Homes, bedrooms, shops, bars, cafés, salons, weddings, parties and events.

01

What is a Neon Filter LED neon sign made from?

A Neon Filter sign is made from Ultra Glow LED lighting inside opaque white silicone tubing, fixed to a clear acrylic backboard and powered by a 12V plug-in adaptor.

  • Light source: Ultra Glow LED technology, which gives a realistic neon glow by day and night. There is no glass and no gas.
  • Tubing: opaque white silicone sits over high-quality coloured LEDs so the colour shines through evenly. The tubes look white when the sign is switched off.
  • Backboard: clear acrylic holds the lettering in place and blends into the wall behind. It is 6mm thick as standard.
  • Included as standard: a 12V plug and wall mounting screws. Extras such as a dimmer are optional.

Coloured silicone tubing is not offered as standard. Email bespoke@neonfilter.com if you want it.

02

What sizes can I order, and how do I choose the right size?

Neon Filter makes LED neon signs up to 300cm wide in a single piece of acrylic, and larger signs can be made in multiple pieces.

Choose the width by measuring the space where the sign will hang. Typical sizes:

  • 60cm: desks, shelves, sideboards, dessert tables and counters.
  • 80-100cm: most rooms, above a single bed, waiting areas and smaller feature walls.
  • 120-160cm: feature walls above sofas or beds, behind bars and reception desks, flower walls and wedding top tables.
  • 160cm and larger: shop windows, trade show stands and main business branding.

The smallest size possible depends on the number of characters and how detailed the design is. The online editor shows a live price and size for your wording. For orders shipped outside the UK, signs wider than 120cm are split so that each shipment is no wider than 120cm. Contact us before ordering if you need a large sign shipped as one piece. For anything bigger than 300cm or unusual, email bespoke@neonfilter.com.

03

Which fonts can I choose for my neon sign?

The Neon Filter online editor offers more than 25 fonts, from handwritten scripts to bold retro and modern styles, and logo or artwork signs can use custom lettering.

You can preview your own wording in each font in the online neon sign customiser before ordering. Popular choices:

  • Modern handwritten scripts for names and children's bedrooms.
  • Elegant scripts for weddings and salons.
  • Bold sans-serif fonts for gamer tags, gyms and modern cafés.

Very thin or detailed lettering looks best on larger signs, so check small sizes in the preview. If you want a font that is not in the editor, use the logo quote form or email bespoke@neonfilter.com.

04

What LED colours are available, and can one sign use several colours?

Neon Filter offers 12 LED neon colours, including Hot Mama Red, Love Potion Pink, Pastel Pink, Hopeless Romantic Purple, Glacier Blue, Santorini Blue, Glow Up Green, Hey Pumpkin Orange, Sunset Orange, Paradise Yellow, Cosy Warm White, Snow White.

Colours include Cosy Warm White (the most popular choice for homes, cafés and weddings), Snow White (a cleaner, modern white), Hot Mama Red, Love Potion Pink, Pastel Pink, Hopeless Romantic Purple, Glacier Blue, Santorini Blue, Glow Up Green, Hey Pumpkin Orange, Sunset Orange, Paradise Yellow. The LED colour is chosen when you order and cannot be changed afterwards.

  • Multi-colour signs: logos, illustrations and artwork can use a different fixed colour for each part of the design.
  • Brand colours: Neon Filter can recommend the closest available LED colour to your brand palette.
  • Switched off: the silicone tubes look white, whatever the LED colour.
05

How thick is a Neon Filter sign?

The clear acrylic backboard is 6mm thick as standard, and 8mm or 10mm backboards are available on request for commercial installations.

The neon itself is a flexible opaque white silicone tube. Neon Filter uses one standard tube profile for its text signs, so the look of the lettering is consistent across fonts and sizes. If you need a specific tube width or a thicker backboard for a commercial installation, email bespoke@neonfilter.com with your requirements.

06

What backboard shapes are available?

Neon Filter signs can be made with an acrylic backboard cut to the shape of the design, a full rectangular acrylic backboard, or a bespoke shape.

  • Cut to shape: the clear acrylic follows the outline of the lettering for a light, minimal look.
  • Rectangular (full acrylic): a clear acrylic rectangle behind the whole design, which gives extra support and a framed look.
  • Bespoke: custom backboard shapes on request.
  • Freestanding: some designs can stand on a shelf, counter or table.

Choose the backing style in the online editor.

07

What colour is the backboard?

The standard Neon Filter backboard is clear acrylic, which blends into the wall so that only the glowing lettering stands out.

Clear acrylic is the standard finish for every Neon Filter sign. Engraved acrylic backboards and other special finishes are available through the bespoke team: email bespoke@neonfilter.com or call 01256 643589 (sales line) with your request for a quote.

08

Can I add icons, a logo or engraving to my sign?

Yes. Neon Filter can turn logos, artwork and illustrations into LED neon and can make engraved neon signs, quoted individually by the bespoke team.

  • Logos and artwork: use the logo quote form, the AI-enabled logo customiser, chat during working hours, email bespoke@neonfilter.com or call 01256 643589.
  • Engraved neon: email bespoke@neonfilter.com for a quote.
  • Multi-colour designs: available for logos and illustrations.
  • Bulk orders: email the sign details, quantity and timeframe for a free quote.

Neon Filter reserves the right to cancel and refund any order containing distressing, discriminatory or graphic content.

09

How do I mount or hang a Neon Filter sign?

Every sign has pre-drilled mounting holes and comes with wall mounting screws, and three mounting options are available: wall mounting, fast-mount adhesive pads and ceiling hanging.

Signs can be fixed to brick, timber, plasterboard, painted walls, greenery panels, flower walls, balloon arches and event backdrops. Route the cable safely when choosing a position.

10

Can I dim a Neon Filter sign?

Yes. Every Neon Filter sign works with the optional Smart Remote Dimmer, which adjusts brightness and switches the sign on and off remotely; it is not included as standard.

Add the Smart Remote Dimmer when you order your sign. It is highly recommended because it lets you change the brightness to suit the mood, for example for weddings, bedrooms and events. Other accessories are in the accessories collection.

11

How is a Neon Filter sign powered?

Neon Filter signs run on a low-voltage 12V plug-in adaptor supplied with the sign, and compatible signs can instead run from an optional battery pack.

  • Mains: the 12V plug is included as standard.
  • Battery pack: optional, for events, weddings and places without a plug socket.
  • Running time: signs are built to stay on for long periods, including more than 12 hours a day in shops, bars and restaurants, and can be left on indefinitely.
12

How long is the power cable?

The cable is 4m in total: a 2m black cable from the plug-in adaptor and a 2m clear cable from the sign.

All Neon Filter cables are less than 4mm wide, and the clear cable on the sign is discreet against the wall. Exact dimensions for each plug type are on the accessory product pages. If you need a longer reach, contact the team before ordering.

13

Does Neon Filter make colour-changing (RGB) neon signs?

No. Neon Filter does not currently offer colour-changing or RGB LED neon signs, because the range uses the highest-quality single-colour LEDs.

Choose one of the 12 LED colours, or a multi-colour design in which each part has its own fixed colour. The colour is chosen at the time of ordering and cannot be changed later. Brightness can still be changed with the optional Smart Remote Dimmer.

14

Can I use a Neon Filter sign outdoors?

Neon Filter can make signs splash-proof for occasional outdoor use or use under cover, but the signs are not waterproof.

Use outdoor signs in dry conditions, in a sheltered or covered area away from direct rain and moisture. If your sign will be used at an outdoor event or on a terrace, contact Neon Filter before ordering so the right splash-proof option can be added.

15

Are Neon Filter signs bright and safe to use?

Yes. Neon Filter signs are bright enough to fill a room with neon glow, run on low voltage, stay cool to the touch and use shatter-resistant LED tubing instead of glass.

This makes LED neon safer, lighter, more energy efficient and longer lasting than traditional glass neon, and suitable for homes, children's bedrooms, cafés, salons and shops. Install and use the sign following the supplied instructions.

16

How long does a Neon Filter sign last?

Neon Filter signs are designed to give more than 50,000 hours of light, and can last over 10 years when cared for correctly.

The LEDs are built to run for long periods without wearing out or becoming warm, so signs can be left on indefinitely.

17

How long do production and delivery take?

Standard UK production is 5 working days with next working day delivery, and Rush (3 days) and Super Rush (1 day) production are available.

  • Standard: 5 working days production, then next working day delivery.
  • Rush: 3 working days production. Order before midday and approve the design proof by 3pm.
  • Super Rush: 1 working day production. Order before midday and approve the proof by 3pm.
  • UK delivery cost: £2.95 for standard 2-4 day delivery or £4.85 for next day delivery.
  • Worldwide: delivery options and prices are shown at checkout, and international delivery takes 7-10 days on average. Import fees may apply in the destination country.

All signs are made and sent from South Warnborough, Hampshire, UK. A tracking number for FedEx or Evri is emailed once the order is dispatched.

18

What is the Neon Filter warranty and returns policy?

Neon Filter signs have a 12-month warranty that covers electrical faults, and custom or personalised signs cannot be returned or refunded.

  • Warranty: 12 months from the date of purchase. Neon Filter repairs or replaces a covered sign free of charge.
  • Not covered: problems caused by conditions, malfunctions or damage that do not come from a defect in materials or workmanship.
  • Returns: every sign is made to order, so returns are not accepted for custom items.
  • Cancellations: work starts as soon as an order is placed. Contact customer services as soon as possible, 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.
19

How much does a custom neon sign cost and how can I pay?

The price of a Neon Filter sign depends on its size and complexity, and the online editor shows a live price for text signs.

  • Text signs: price instantly in the online neon sign customiser.
  • Logo or bespoke signs: request a quote with the quote form.
  • Payment: major debit and credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay. PayPal, Klarna and Amazon are not accepted.
  • Gift vouchers: enter the voucher code in the discount box at checkout.

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