Lollipop signboards are double-sided display signs mounted perpendicular to a wall or pole, projecting outward to be visible from both directions of foot and vehicle traffic. Named for their resemblance to a lollipop on a stick, these signs are essential for shop identification on busy streets, wayfinding in commercial complexes, and street-level brand visibility. PrintsWallah manufactures lollipop signboards in various materials including sunboard, ACP, acrylic, and metal with options for backlit illumination.
Lollipop signboards -also called projecting signs, blade signs, or bracket signs -are double-sided display boards mounted perpendicular to a building's exterior wall on a metal bracket, projecting outward to be visible to pedestrians and vehicles approaching from both directions along the street. The name 'lollipop' comes from their characteristic shape: a circular or oval display panel mounted on a straight bracket, resembling a lollipop candy. In India's congested commercial streets where parallel-mounted shop boards are obscured by adjacent signage, lollipop signs provide critical visibility advantage by extending into the pedestrian's natural sightline.
The visibility advantage of lollipop signboards is their primary value proposition. Standard flat-mounted shop boards are only visible when viewed head-on -a pedestrian walking along a busy commercial street cannot see a shop's name board until they're directly in front of it. A projecting lollipop sign, extending 2-3 feet from the building, is visible from 50-100 meters in both directions along the street. For businesses in crowded markets like Mumbai's Linking Road, Delhi's Karol Bagh, Bengaluru's Commercial Street, or Hyderabad's Begum Bazaar, this directional visibility can be the difference between a customer finding your shop or walking past it.
Material options for lollipop signboards range from budget-friendly sunboard to premium ACP and acrylic. Sunboard (5-8mm PVC foam) offers economical indoor/semi-outdoor lollipop signs at ₹2,500-5,000 complete, suitable for 1-2 year indoor use but limited outdoor life. ACP (Aluminum Composite Panel) is the most popular material for outdoor lollipop signs -weather-resistant, rigid, lightweight, and available in silver, gold, white, and brushed finishes. ACP lollipop signs cost ₹4,000-10,000 and last 5-10 years outdoors. Acrylic (3-8mm) creates premium, modern lollipop signs with optional LED edge-lighting for a stunning glowing effect -priced at ₹6,000-20,000 depending on size, thickness, and illumination.
LED illumination transforms lollipop signboards into 24-hour brand beacons. Illumination options include: LED strip backlighting (behind a translucent acrylic panel for even glow), LED edge-lighting (light injected into acrylic edges for a modern neon effect), LED module lighting (behind flex or polycarbonate face for lightbox-style illumination), and individual LED channel letters mounted on the sign face. LED-illuminated lollipop signs consume only 5-20 watts depending on size, running on standard 12V adapters. Annual electricity cost: ₹200-800 for continuous operation. PrintsWallah designs, fabricates, and installs LED lollipop signs with weather-sealed connections rated for IP65 outdoor use.
Bracket and mounting systems for lollipop signs must withstand wind loads, rain, and the sign's own weight. Standard mounting uses MS (mild steel) brackets powder-coated for rust resistance, bolted to the building facade with expansion anchors. Premium options include SS (stainless steel) brackets for corrosion resistance in coastal cities, decorative wrought iron brackets for heritage/boutique aesthetics, and spring-loaded brackets that allow the sign to flex in high winds rather than resisting rigidly. Sign weights range from 3-5 kg (sunboard) to 8-15 kg (ACP/acrylic with LED), requiring 4-6 point anchor mounting for safe installation.
Shape options extend well beyond the classic circular 'lollipop.' While round signs (18-36 inch diameter) remain the most popular format, PrintsWallah produces lollipop signs in virtually any shape: oval (elegant, suits beauty and wellness businesses), rectangular (maximum information space), shield/badge shape (professional services, security firms), arrow-pointing (directional, restaurants at the end of lanes), custom die-cut (brand logo silhouette, product shape, mascot), and double-tier (two signs on one bracket for business name + service listing). Custom shapes on ACP are CNC-routed with precision edges.
Municipal regulations for projecting signage vary by city. Mumbai (BMC), Delhi (MCD), and other municipal bodies have specific rules regarding: maximum projection from building (typically 2-3 feet), minimum height from ground (usually 8-10 feet clearance), maximum sign area (varies by zone), and illumination restrictions (particularly in residential areas). PrintsWallah ensures all lollipop signboard installations comply with local municipal signage bylaws. For commercial zones requiring signage permits, we assist with documentation and application processes.
