Stud mounting is one of the most common ways to install dimensional letters when you want hidden fasteners and a permanent finished look.

Signs that can use stud mounting

• Solid or vacuum-formed acrylic lettersAcrylic letters are non-lit dimensional letters often used for taglines, interior branding, and smaller exterior signs where illuminated letters are not required. View entry..
• Cast metal letters and logos.
• Flat cut letters and logos.
• Metal fabricated letters.
• Halo lit channel letter signs and other signs where hidden fasteners are required.

Installation checklist

• Confirm the mounting surface can support the sign weight.
• Tape the paper pattern securely to the wall.
• For masonry, mark each hole with a punch before drilling.
• Drill as straight as possible using the correct bit for the wall surface.
• Clean dust from each hole before adding adhesive.
• Set the letters, tape them in place, and let the adhesive cure before removing tape.

Hole sizing tip: holes are usually drilled slightly larger than the stud so the letters can be aligned cleanly. A 10-24 stud often uses a 1/4 inch hole; a 1/4-20 stud often uses a 5/16 inch hole.