Welcome to the Knowledge Centre from The Sussex Sign Company

We’re proud to be Sussex’s leading experts in building signage and vehicle wraps, with over 30 years experience delivering exceptional results for local businesses.

We know that many of our customers like to do their own research before picking up the phone - this section of our website is here to help. We’re building a one-stop resource to answer every question you might have about signage, wrapping, branding, and beyond.

It’s a big task, but we’re up for it. The Knowledge Centre launches in August 2025 and will continue to grow - shaped by your questions, your feedback, and our experience.

If there’s something you want to know that we haven’t covered yet, just drop us an email. We’ll get back to you ASAP and update this section accordingly. Thanks for helping us build it.

The Expert’s Guide to Vehicle Sign-Writing for busy Fleet Managers

The Expert’s Guide to Fleet Vehicle Signage.

This guide brings together the most common questions we hear or those we feel we should hear from our Fleet Manager customers and prospects - with clear, complete answers from the fleet vehicle signage experts at The Sussex Sign Company.
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Do wall graphics really make a difference to a learning environment?

Do wall graphics really make a difference to a learning environment?

Do wall graphics really make a difference to a learning environment?” We’ve seen time and time again how well-designed wall graphics can transform dull corridors and blank walls into vibrant, motivational, and student-centred spaces, The Seahaven Academy shows us how.

How to Rebrand a fleet of vehicles.

How do you change the look of your entire fleet of vehicles. In this case study we look at how Southern Energy quickly, cost-effectively, and without taking vehicles off the road for weeks changed a blue fleet to a white fleet with minimal disruption.
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Do I really need illuminated signage on my shopfront fascia?

Do I need planning permission for illuminated signs?

What planning permission do you need when choosing illuminated signs? In this knowledge centre post we are going to consider the rules affecting the towns within the county of Sussex and how permission changes depending on town, building type and specification of sign required.
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illuminated signage

5 examples where you want to use illuminated signage.

When Is It Best to Use Illuminated Signage? In this knowledge centre post we’ll break down the reasons to consider with examples as to whether illuminated shopfront signage is worth the investment - and reasons why it might not be - we'll then describe some of the types of illuminated sign available.

What is the best signage for large glass frontages?

The University of Brighton wanted to revitalise the Student Centre’s exterior, given the building’s large glass frontage, one-way vision window film was the perfect choice. This allows full-colour printed graphics to be displayed externally while enabling people inside to see out clearly. Let's find out more...

Can you sign-write large trucks too?

Logistics company like Tomsetts Distribution invests in a brand-new fleet of trucks, they know the vehicles need to do more than just deliver goods, they need to deliver the brand. Tomsetts approached us to create a striking, high-impact livery for their six new Volvo FH tractor units, let's take a look!

Should I use aluminium composite for my sign?

Should I use aluminium composite for my sign?

When you’re investing in signage for your business, you want it to look great, last long, and represent your brand professionally. That’s why aluminium composite material (ACM) is such a popular choice in the signage world. But while ACM has a long list of benefits, it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution.

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Getting Your Van Wrapped

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Getting Your Van Wrapped

Van wrapping is one of the most cost-effective and impactful ways to market your business. But if it’s not done right, it can lead to disappointment, unnecessary expenses, or worse, damage to your vehicle and your brand. In this post we'll look at the top 5 mistakes to avoid when getting your van wrapped.