Introduction
For a long time, neon signs have been an icon of urban design – whether they be lighting up the windows of your local takeout place, or flashing brightly along the Las Vegas Strip. However, neon signs have also become a popular way to spice up your home’s interior design in recent years, with endless possibilities and designs to choose from.
Why Choose Neon Signs?
It’s easy to see why they have become so popular – a neon sign is an eye-catching addition to any room, are equal parts decor and lighting, and can add a modern feel to your home’s interior.
Another brilliant thing about neon signs is their versatility. At Voodoo Neon, any design is possible to match any aesthetic, whether it be elegant and understated, cool and retro, or fun and youthful. Custom neon signs can also feature personalized messages or designs that are unique to you, allowing you to create a space that is truly individual.
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Best Places for Neon Signs
We believe any space is a great place for neon signs, but if you’re wondering how to best style your space using neon signs, we have some tips.
Due to their vibrancy, our signs are a great way to brighten up a dull space in your home, perhaps in your entryway or a corner of a room that may otherwise get little light.
They also make great centerpieces to any particular space. Perhaps displayed proudly on a photo wall, or above an area that you use often, such as above your headboard, desk, or sofa.
Neon signs can be a fun on-theme addition to a purpose-built or designed area in your home. For example, why not convey the fact that your basement is now a cool games room with a themed sign to say so? This can be a personalized sign with a unique message, or perhaps a ready-made design that fits the mood.
How to Choose the Right Sign
So, you’ve decided that you want to spice up your home decor and treat yourself to some energy-efficient neon lights – welcome aboard! The next big decision is to find the right sign for you. With so many options and possibilities to choose from, this can seem a difficult decision to make. If you are looking for some inspiration, check out our ideas page.
It can help to narrow down your preferences and your vision. What room do you want it to be in? What mood will it help to convey? Who is it for, and what is their personal style? Where will it go in the room that you have chosen, and how big does it need to be?
Once you have established the general vision for your sign, you can begin to focus on the specifics. For example, you can start to consider the color palette, whether you want writing, and whether you want it to be cursive, or bold, or minimalist.
Complementing Neon Signs
A neon sign is a stand out addition to any room, but it can help to understand how to best complement your exciting new piece of decor. A lot of interior design is the art of combining contrasting styles and aesthetics to create a well-rounded, complementary space.
For example, if you would like to use your bright neon sign to pop, try hanging it on a contrasting background. This could be simply a black or white wall, or a contrasting texture. The ultra-modern feel of a neon sign makes an impact on a rugged wooden or brick wall, for example.
If you’d like to complement your neon sign, you could try installing it onto a background that is of a complementary color palette, such as blue with orange for example. Similarly, as neon signs are a bold piece of decor, you could try complementing your neon sign with equally bold statement furniture or wall decor.
Maintenance and Installation
An added benefit to neon signs is that they are relatively low maintenance, require little upkeep, and are surprisingly affordable to run. Generally practicing good habits when using your neon sign will help prolong its life and minimize future need for repairs and upkeep.
This can include regular cleaning, which can simply be done with a soft cloth or warm soapy water if particularly grimy (provided the sign is unplugged). It is also good practice to protect your sign from the elements, particularly if it is displayed somewhere in your home that is in direct sunlight. This is even more important for outdoor neon signs, which will often be exposed to leaves, rain, wind, and bugs.
As for installation, we have many options available for you to mount your signs with ease. We offer the choice of wall pins, wall sticky pads, hanging wire or chain, or wall screws, to name a few! Having a variety of options available for sign installation makes our signs suitable for any home, whether it be walls made of certain materials, or a rental property.
We will provide instructions on how to mount and install your neon sign with every purchase, but you are also free to talk with our team and help decide on the options that best suit your home.
Conclusion
Using neon signs for home decor is a fantastic way to spice up any space, and for any age. They can add a cool design statement to your child’s bedroom, or add a touch of sophistication and ambiance to your at-home cocktail station or games room.
We hope this has helped you understand how to get the most out of adding a neon sign to your home’s interior, and the many neon interior design ideas that are out there. With countless design options to choose from, plus the option to personalize design or text to be unique to you, the possibilities are truly endless.
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