Why Use Corten for Custom Signage?

Corten (weathering) steel develops a rusted surface that forms a protective layer-perfect for outdoor signs that require minimal upkeep. Unlike mild steel, it doesn’t flake or degrade. Instead, it tells a story as it weathers.

✅ Long-lasting rusted finish
✅ Outdoor-ready with no paint or lacquer required
✅ Naturally industrial look
✅ Laser cut for precision
✅ Customised to your logo, text or shape

Design Possibilities

Fully patinated corten sign mounted outside Oxheart restaurant

Our laser cutting service allows for total freedom in design. Whether you’re after crisp stencil-cut text, a bold logo panel, or a set of directional signs, we cut corten to your dimensions and design.

Popular options include:

• Laser-cut logos or text

• Folded edge panels for visual depth

• House numbers or estate wayfinding

• Layered signs with contrasting backplates

• Pre-weathered or raw corten options

• Small or Large format signage up to 3m x 1.5m

Close up: The new corten steel logo sign before install.

Corten Finishes Compared: Before & After Weathering

Supplied in both natural and pre-rusted finish for custom signage.

This comparison shows how the appearance changes over time, we supply corten in two main finishes:

Naturally rusted corten steel finish with rich brown-orange tones

Corten steel in its original mill finish, before natural weathering begins. Up to 2.0mm thick sheet.

• Natural mill finish (grey/blue): Allows the metal to rust naturally over time.

• Pre-weathered rust finish: Already rusted with an orange-brown patina.

Applications for Corten Signage

Restaurant signage in corten steel with stencil-cut FYR Grill branding

Corten steel signage is popular across many sectors thanks to its weatherproof and maintenance-free appeal:

• Boutique shopfronts

• Hospitality & restaurant branding

• Estate or entrance signage

• Wayfinding & outdoor trails

• Commercial interiors with industrial style

Finish Options & Custom Details

Laser-cut corten numbers showing natural mill finish and rusted finish side by side

We offer full flexibility with your signage:

• Optional fixing holes or wall mounts

• Natural mill finish or pre-weathered

• Folded returns for depth, welded construction.

• Wax or Matte lacquer (optional) for indoor signage.

• Owatrol for sealing outdoor signage

• Contrasting metal backplates (e.g. blackened aluminium)

Useful Links

• Explore our full range of corten steel signs

• See our rusted signage for commercial interiors

• More metal logo signage ideas

Ready to Design Your Own Corten Sign?

Send us your drawing or idea and we’ll produce a custom corten sign in the finish and size you need. Whether rusted in advance or left to weather naturally, our laser-cut corten signs are built to last.

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