What is a custom LED neon sign?
Get a Free Mockup & Quote →A custom LED neon sign is a made-to-order light-up sign: flexible LED tube bent into your words or your logo, mounted on clear acrylic. It runs on 12V, stays cool to the touch and dims. There is no glass and no gas inside, so it will not shatter and it weighs a fraction of traditional neon. Every sign is built for one customer: the wording, the glow color, the size and the backboard shape are all settled before anything is bent.

Which custom LED neon sign is right for you?
Because LED neon is light, shatter-free and low-heat, it's the practical choice for homes, weddings, events and business branding. It mounts on an ordinary wall as easily as on a flower wall, a fabric backdrop or inside a lightbox. Prefer the traditional gas-and-glass look? See hand-blown real glass neon, or read the full LED vs real glass comparison.
Types of custom LED neon signs
All built on the same LED neon flex. What changes is the power, the motion and how each one stands or mounts.

LED neon flex (standard)
The everyday custom sign: any name, quote or logo on a cut-to-letter or rectangular acrylic backing.
From $239.99
Battery powered
Runs cordless on 8 AA batteries or a 12V power station, for venues and backdrops that ban visible cables.
From $169.99
Motion / animated
Flashing and moving modes with adjustable speed and brightness, controlled by remote.
From $169.99
RGB color-changing
Millions of colors on a remote: warm white for dinner, party colors later, all from one sign.
See options
Tabletop / freestanding
Stands on its own base: centerpieces, desks and shelves, no wall or drilling needed.
See options
LED neon channel letters
Your logo built as dimensional light-up letters: the business and storefront version.
From $334.99
Ceiling neon chandeliers
Hung from the ceiling rather than fixed to a wall: rings and shapes for stairwells, entryways and double-height rooms.
From $169.99
Acrylic box signs
The neon sits sealed inside a clear acrylic case instead of mounted on an open backing.
From $169.99Color options
18 tube colors, plus RGB color changing and two-color gradient. Every color below is a real tube we stock, sampled from the factory swatch. Pick one color for the whole sign, mix colors line by line, or choose RGB and change it from the remote. Two-color gradients are made to order and quoted individually.
Gradient color-changing: pick any two
Any pair of the 18 tube colors, blended across your sign. Built to order, so it is quoted rather than priced online. Pick your two and we will come back with a mockup and a firm price.
Screen colors vary slightly from the physical light. Ask for a photo of the exact tube before you approve your proof and we will send one.
Sizes and prices
Width is the number you order by. Tap a width to see it at true scale against an adult of average height (5′8″), and roughly how much wording fits on one line.
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Height depends on your wording and how many lines it breaks into. The figure shows a single-line sign. Letter counts are a guide: a cursive font with long descenders fits fewer characters than a block font.
Minimum letter height is 2″ (5 cm). Below that the tube cannot be bent cleanly, so very long wording needs a wider sign or a second line.
Backboard options
Every sign is mounted on an acrylic backboard. You choose how it is cut and what it is made of. Those are the two decisions that change how the sign reads when it is switched off.
Backboard shapes
Backboard colors and materials
Twelve finishes we keep in stock, and any other color can be made to order. Mirror and brushed boards stay decorative when the sign is off, which is most of the time it is on your wall.
How it looks switched off
A sign spends most of its life switched off. On the standard clear board the acrylic all but disappears and you are left with frosted white tubing on your wall. That is what most people get. If you would rather it still read as an object when off, that is what the mirror and brushed finishes are for. And if you want the lettering or graphic to keep its own color while the sign is off, ask for colored tube instead of the standard white.
Why the tubing is white when the sign is off
We build with white silicone tube by default because it is the most translucent material we can bend. Lit, it gives the brightest and most even glow. That is why an unlit sign reads as white lettering whatever color it glows, unless you ask for colored tube.
Colored tube is available on request. The silicone itself is tinted, so switched off the lettering keeps its own color. A Hot Pink sign reads pink rather than white. It reads as a flat, printed-looking color, not a glow. The trade-off is real and worth saying plainly: colored tube is noticeably less bright when lit, because the tint costs translucency. That is the whole reason white is our default rather than a choice we push at checkout.
Ask about colored tube →Close-up detail
The preview above shows you what your sign will say. This is what it will be: the edges, the wiring, the packaging and what it looks like with the lights off. Click any photo to enlarge.








Mounting options
Wall, backdrop or venue, here is what we build for each so your sign arrives with the right fixings already on it.








What’s in the box
No trip to the hardware store. Your sign ships assembled, with the power supply and the fixings sized for it. Screw it to a wall, hang it, or stand it on a shelf.
Power supplyUL-listed adapter with a 5′9″ cord.
Extension cable8.2 ft clear cable so the outlet does not decide where the sign goes.
In-line dimmerBrightness on the cord, no app and no wiring.
Remote controlRGB onlyColor, brightness and modes from across the room.
White foam-cut packaging, everything in its own slot
Standoffs ×4Aluminium spacers that float the sign off the wall.
Mounting hardware4 wall anchors and 4 screws, sized for the standoffs.
8×AA battery boxBattery optionRuns cordless for 4–5 hours per set. Batteries not included.
Thank-you cardFrom the team who built your sign.
How to order
Nothing is built until you have seen it drawn and said yes. Three steps, and the one that is in your hands is the middle one.
Working to a date? Tell us the real date, not the deadline you think we need. If it is tight we will say so before you pay.
Warranty
Two years of free repairs, done by the people who built your sign. Nearly every fault is a connector or a driver, parts we make and keep in stock, so a fix is quick and it costs you nothing.
Signs are made to order, so a repair needs the order number to match the build file. Keep the order email and the rest is on us.
About AOOS
We have been making neon since 1998. We are the people who build the sign, not a storefront reselling someone else’s. That changes three practical things.
No reseller margin sitting on top, and the quote you approve is what you pay. Sizes and upcharges are published on this page rather than worked out after you enquire.
No design fee, no artwork fee, no charge to change your mind. Redraw it as many times as you need before you approve, because the drawing is done by the same team that builds it.
Two color gradients, colored tube, a shape nobody stocks. We can tell you what is possible and what it costs, because it is our production line answering.
Design Your Own Sign
Type your wording, choose a color and a size — the price updates as you go.
START WITH TEXT OR A LOGO
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SVG, PNG, JPG, PDF, AI, EPS & more · redrawn in neon on your free proof
START WITH TEXT OR A LOGO
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Free design proof before we produce · Need help?
The online designer prices anything you can type. Send anything else here: a logo, an outdoor sign, an unusual size, a date you have to hit, or twenty of them. A designer comes back with a drawing and a firm price.
Not ready to order? Get the mockup first.
Send your wording, a sketch or your logo. A designer comes back with a rendering, exact dimensions and a firm price.
- Reply in 30 minutes to 3 hours on business days
- No deposit, and we produce it only after you approve the proof
- Free shipping in the US and a 2 year warranty with free repair
- Direct from our own factory since 1998
- You send the detailsWording or logo, rough size, and your date if you have one.
- We send a renderingA designer draws your sign to scale with the exact dimensions and a firm price.
- You decideApprove it, ask for changes, or walk away. We produce it only once you say yes.



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LED neon vs real glass
Is this real neon? Strictly, no. Real neon is gas inside hand bent glass, and we make that too. LED neon is a different medium with a different set of strengths. Neither is the better product, they are better at different jobs, and knowing which is which is the whole point of this page.
| LED neon | Real glass neon | |
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| What it is | Flexible LED tubing on an acrylic board | Glass tube bent by hand and filled with gas |
| The light | Even and continuous along the run | Slight depth and movement that LED does not copy |
| Power | Low voltage 12V DC | High voltage transformer |
| Heat | Barely warm, safe against fabric and florals | Runs warm, needs air around it |
| If it is knocked | Bends rather than shatters | Glass, and a break needs a workshop |
| Color | 18 tube colors, RGB, dimmable | Gas and phosphor color, no color change |
| Travels | Yes, and runs on batteries | Better installed once and left |
| Made by | Formed tube, repeatable | A bender, by hand, one piece at a time |
It travels, hangs near fabric, needs to be dimmed or change color, goes in a child’s room, or has to survive being packed and rebuilt. Weddings, homes, storefront interiors, event hire.
The sign is the object. A bar, a gallery, a restaurant, a collector piece, a brand that wants the actual craft rather than an impression of it. It is installed once and looked at for years.
Which is why this comparison is not a sales pitch for one of them. Tell us the room and the job and we will say which we would build, including when that is the cheaper one.
Specifications
Real numbers, not marketing adjectives. If a spec you need isn't here, ask and we'll answer straight.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| The build | |
| Light source | Flexible LED neon flex tube |
| Tube | LED neon flex, 6, 8 or 10 mm diameter |
| Backing | Clear acrylic as standard. 5 cut shapes and 12 finishes, any color to order |
| Backboard thickness | 1/4 in (6 mm) clear acrylic as standard |
| Minimum letter height | 2 in (5 cm) |
| Colors | 18 tube colors, multi-color at no extra cost, RGB color changing, two-color gradient to order |
| Brightness | Dimmable |
| Heat | Produces very little heat, safe near fabric and florals |
| LED life | 50,000 hours rated |
| Weight | About 1.45 lb per sq ft of acrylic plus 15% for tube and wiring. A 35 x 18 in rectangular sign is roughly 7.5 lb; boards cut to the letter shape are about half that |
| Electrical and compliance | |
| Supply voltage | 100–277 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Input current | 1.5 A max |
| Power factor | ≥ 0.95 |
| Output voltage | 12 V DC, SELV |
| Power consumption | 2.4–3.7 W per linear foot of LED tube |
| Current draw | Load in watts ÷ 12 V. A 10 ft run of tube is 24–37 W, 2.0–3.1 A |
| Power supply | External UL Listed LED driver, 12 V DC, sized to the sign. A 100 W unit supplies 8.33 A and covers roughly 27 to 42 ft of tube |
| Adapter dimensions | 8 × 2.5 × 2 in on the 100 W unit; other ratings vary |
| Lead length | 6 ft from sign to adapter as standard, up to 10 ft to order |
| Battery option | 8 × AA cells, or a 12 V DC portable power station on larger signs |
| Connection | Plug-in as supplied. For a concealed cord, a licensed electrician terminates the adapter in a ceiling or junction box |
| Ambient temperature | Driver rated to 50 °C (122 °F), case limit 90 °C (194 °F) |
| Ingress protection | Driver is IP67, rated for dry, damp and wet locations. Sign is IP67 on outdoor builds; indoor builds are not weather rated |
| Certification | Power supply UL Listed. LED light source UL certified |
| Delivery and warranty | |
| Made and delivered | Express 7 to 12 days, or free shipping 18 to 25 days, both from the day you approve the drawing |
| Shipping | Free in the US |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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Custom LED neon signs: your questions answered
How much does a custom LED neon sign cost?
Custom LED neon signs start at $239.99. The price scales with the width of the sign and how many letters it carries, not with the design being "custom", which costs nothing extra. There is no artwork fee, no setup fee and no charge for changing the text. Options like battery power or RGB color changing are shown as you configure, so the number you see is the number you pay, with free shipping in the US included.
Will I receive a design proof before my LED neon sign is made?
Yes. You receive a design proof showing layout, dimensions, color and overall design, and production only begins after you approve it. If you'd rather see the proof before ordering, get a free mockup. We reply in 30 minutes to 3 hours and there's no deposit or obligation.
How long does it take to make a custom LED neon sign?
It depends on size, design complexity and mounting requirements, but in most cases express delivery takes 7 to 12 days and free shipping 18 to 25 days, both counted from the day you approve the design. Shipping is free in the US, door to door. Working to an event date? Tell us the date before you order and we'll say honestly whether it's safe.
Can a custom LED neon sign be battery powered? What battery does it use?
Yes. Small battery-powered LED neon signs commonly use 8 AA batteries. For larger signs or longer run times, a portable power station with a 12V output works. Which option suits you depends on the size of the sign and how long it needs to stay on.
Are LED neon signs safe indoors, do they get hot?
LED neon signs run on low-voltage 12V power and produce very little heat, so they're safe indoors and safe to touch. There's no gas and no glass tube to shatter, which is why they're used around children, pets, fabric drapes, paper décor and florals. That low heat output is also why they can be mounted directly onto artificial flower walls and wooden backdrops.
Can an LED neon sign be mounted on an artificial flower wall or a wooden board?
Yes. Because LED neon runs on low-voltage 12V power and produces very little heat, it's suitable for artificial flower walls, plant backdrops, wooden boards, metal mesh, vinyl banners and fabric drapes, as well as ordinary walls. See the 8 mounting options above.
What's the difference between real glass neon and custom LED neon signs?
Real glass neon signs are made from handcrafted glass tubes filled with gas; custom LED neon signs use flexible LED tubing mounted on a backing board. Glass gives the traditional neon look. LED is lightweight, easy to install and can run on a battery, which is why it's the usual choice for business signage, event decor, home decor and personalized wall displays. Full comparison
Can I upload my own logo or artwork for a custom neon sign?
Yes, JPG, PNG, PDF or AI. We'll turn it into a neon mockup for your approval before anything is built. This is how most business signs, company logo signs and commercial signage orders start. Upload your logo and order
What sizes do custom LED neon signs come in?
Because each sign is made to your wording, the size scales with the text. As a rough guide: Small suits a desk or shelf, Medium a living-room wall, Large a wedding backdrop or bar, and XL a storefront. Since it's built to order we can also match a specific width. Tell us your space and we'll confirm exact dimensions on your free design proof.
Can I use a custom LED neon sign outdoors?
Standard signs are made for indoor use. For an exterior or semi-exposed location we build a weatherproof, IP-rated version instead, so just ask before ordering and we'll spec the right one for your climate and mounting. For permanent storefront signage, our open-face neon channel letters are the outdoor-rated option.
How do I clean and care for my LED neon sign?
Wipe it with a dry or slightly damp microfiber cloth and avoid alcohol, solvents or abrasive cleaners. It runs cool and uses very little power, so it's safe to leave on, and keeping the original foam box makes it easy to store or transport between events.
How much electricity does a custom LED neon sign use?
Very little. An LED neon sign draws 2.4 to 3.7 watts per linear foot of tube, so a typical name sign with 10 ft of tube runs at 24 to 37 W, about the same as a single household bulb. Running it eight hours a day for a year costs a few dollars of electricity. The sign runs on 12 V DC from an external driver, and the driver accepts 100 to 277 V AC, so it works on a domestic outlet and on a commercial lighting circuit.
Can a custom LED neon sign be dimmed?
Yes, and the dimmer is included. Every sign ships with a dimmer so you can take it from full brightness down to a low glow, which matters more than people expect: full brightness suits a shop window, a bedroom usually wants it much lower. Dimming also has no effect on the life of the LEDs.
How long does an LED neon sign last?
The LED tube is rated for 50,000 hours. Run for eight hours a day that is about seventeen years, and for a sign switched on only for evenings and events it is longer still. LEDs do not burn out the way a glass neon tube fails; they fade very slowly, so the end of that rating means dimmer, not dark.
What happens if my sign arrives damaged?
We remake it and ship the replacement free of charge. Every sign travels in a foam-lined box cut to hold the acrylic and the tubing, so damage in transit is rare. If it does happen, send us a photo of the sign and of the box it came in and we start the remake straight away.
Do I need an electrician to install a custom LED neon sign?
No. The sign arrives with its mounting kit and a plug-in power supply, and a normal wall install takes about fifteen minutes with a drill. You only need an electrician if you want the cord hidden, in which case they terminate the supplied adapter in a ceiling or junction box.
What is the smallest lettering you can make?
About 2 inches (5 cm) tall. That is a manufacturing limit rather than a design preference: the tube has to be bent around the curves of each letter, and below that height the bends stop being clean. It is rarely a restriction in practice, because 2 inch lettering is already readable from roughly 20 feet away.
Can one sign have more than one color?
Yes, and multiple colors cost no extra. You can pick a different color for each word or each element from the 18 tube colors. If you want the colors to change, an RGB build is remote-controlled through millions of colors, and a two-color gradient blended across the sign is made to order.
What comes in the box?
The sign, a UL Listed power supply, a dimmer, and a mounting kit with screws and standoffs. Everything needed to get it on the wall and lit is included, so there is nothing to buy separately unless you want a longer lead between the sign and the adapter.
Do you make custom signs for businesses and storefronts?
Yes, and for an exterior or permit-sensitive location a neon-style sign is often the wrong build. For storefront work we make channel letters, halo-lit metal letters and light box signs. Send your logo through the quote form and we return a drawing and a firm price.
Custom LED neon signs, handcrafted by a direct manufacturer since 1998
AOOS Custom® makes custom LED neon signs in our own factory. We're the manufacturer, not a reseller. Each sign is built with durable, energy-efficient LED neon flex on a clear acrylic backing, in battery powered or plug-in versions with dimmable brightness. Every order includes a free design mockup, a 2-year warranty and free shipping in the US, and nothing goes into production until you approve the design proof.
Three ways to order
You can design it online, entering your text and picking a font, color and size in a few minutes. You can upload your logo and order directly, and we'll send a mockup of your logo in neon for approval before production. Or get a free mockup and we'll reply in 30 minutes to 3 hours.
What people put on them
Names and monograms, a meaningful line or lyric, a house number, a business name or a brand logo. Common uses include wedding backdrops, home decor, game rooms, offices, bars and restaurants and salons. If your venue bans cables, our battery powered neon signs run cordless on 8 AA batteries or a 12V power station.
Business and storefront signage
For exterior and permit-sensitive installations, see our open-face neon channel letters, LED neon shaped channel letters, front-lit and backlit channel letters. Upload a logo file and we'll return a shop drawing and a written quote. Get a business quote
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