Prismatic Letters

Custom prismatic letters & symbols truly make for a striking three dimensional sign. The various beveled angles create a beautiful play of light and shadow making prismatic letters very appealing to the eye.   

What are prismatic letters?

Prismatic letters are three dimensional letters that have a multi-angle surface usually consisting of a peak at the top and bevels down each side. The light source, from wherever it originates, will catch and reflect the angled surfaces with a different amount of intensity, and the steeper the prismatic effect the more dramatic the light and shadow difference will be. Prismatic elements such as letters, symbols or logos can be added directly to walls or added to a sign panel creating a nice 3D effect. 

Prismatic letters can have shallow or steep angles at the peaks, and their edges can be sharp or rounded. The surfaces can be smooth or textured, painted solid or gradated, or they can be gilded with precious metal leaf. Gold and silver leaf are extremely reflective making them a popular choice for prismatic lettering on signs. The possibilities are endless!

Prismatic letters & symbols are most often carved from a thick flat sheet of material such as foam, plastic or wood. We often use HDU (High Density Urethane) and our CNC router to carve prismatic letters. This combination of materials & tools allows for precision and durability. Each element is then finished by hand.