Side-Lit Channel Letters for High Visibility
Custom side lit channel letters are dimensional letters designed to create a soft halo of light around their edges rather than lighting the face directly. They work especially well when you want your business name or logo to look polished.
Features of Side-Lit Channel Letters
Side-Lit Illumination
The sides of the letters are illuminated, creating a soft glow around the edges of the sign.
Strong Built
Choose stainless steel or aluminum based on the desired finish, appearance, and application.
UL-Certified LEDs
The built-in LEDs are UL-certified for safety and energy efficient for saving power when in use.
UV, Fade-Resistant
The letters are UV and fade resistant, making them suitable for outdoor use.
Finish Options
Available in gloss, brushed, and matte finishes to complement different branding and design styles.
Thickness Options
Available in different thickness choices to suit a slimmer or more raised sign style.
Components of Side-Lit Channel Letters
Ways to Install Your Sign
Our channel letters are available with stud mounting for individually installed letters or raceway mounting for a more streamlined setup with organized wiring. Choose the mounting style that best fits your signage layout, wall surface, and installation needs.
Stud
Individual letters are mounted directly to the wall for a clean, spaced-out display.
Raceway
Letters are mounted to a concealed raceway for easier, hidden wiring.
Care & Maintenance of Side-Lit Channel Letters
Use Soft Cloth to Clean
No Harsh Chemicals
Avoid Abrasive Tools
Inspect LEDs & wiring occasionally
Best Uses of Side-Lit Channel Letters
Side-Lit Channel Letters for a Refined Glow
Also known as side lit signs or edge lit signs, this style pairs a solid metal letter body with LEDs placed along the edges, casting light outward for a clean, dimensional glow on the wall behind it. It's a good option if you're after something more understated than a typical face-lit sign, since the light comes from the sides rather than shining directly outward, giving the letters depth without the source itself being the focal point.
You get a choice of stainless steel or aluminum construction, along with gloss, brushed, or matte finish options, so the look can be adjusted to match your brand rather than the other way around. Built with UV and fade resistance, water resistance, and energy-efficient UL-certified LEDs, these signs hold up well whether they're mounted indoors or facing the elements outside.
They can be used for storefronts, office entrances, reception areas, hotels, restaurants, retail spaces, commercial buildings, and interior branding. Select a gloss, brushed, or matte top finish and choose between stainless steel and aluminum to create a look that fits your space. For a brighter, more direct illuminated effect, explore our [front lit channel letters], or consider [front & halo lit channel letters] for a combination of face illumination and a surrounding glow.
Side-Lit Channel Letters That Add Dimension Without Overdoing the Glow
From the metal you choose to the finish on the letter face, these edge lit signs can be customized to suit your brand and space. The side illumination adds a soft visual layer around each letter, while the dimensional construction gives your signage a substantial, professional appearance. Create custom side-lit channel letters in the size, material, and finish that fit your brand. Get started with your custom sign today.
