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Porcelain Sign Process


Porcelain enameled signs have been said to be a true visual reflection of the times. When used for advertising, the signs gave a brilliant permanence to the product. Today, these advertising signs are a collectible art form.

Our collection of porcelain signs and decorative accessories are authentic reproductions utilizing the same process popularized in the early 1900's. Each piece of heavy steel (not tin) is cut and prepared to receive the colors by a process called pickling. The colors are not paints, but finely ground glass crystals (porcelain enamels) which, when kiln-fired at 1350 degrees Fahrenheit, fuse to the heavy gauge steel plate. Each color is applied by direct screen application and fired separately creating a durable, lustrous and rust-resistant product. They may be used indoors or outdoors, and they can be cleaned very easily. Handcrafted with pride in the U.S.A., these images will add a touch of quality nostalgia to your home or places of work and play. We hope you enjoy our signs and look forward to your continued interest.