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Numbers & Signs

How long will it take to make my custom decal/sign?

Our custom signs and decals are made to order with an approximate lead-time of 5-10 business days. A design proof is created based off your order and sent for re-approval in house, artwork is run through a decal cutting machine (if a sign, this would

What size numbers will fit on my letterbox?

Our house numbers come in a variety of finishes and sizes to suit every letterbox, ranging from 50mm to 300mm. On each letterbox listing, you can view suggestions of house numbers that we recommend for that product, however you can also refer to our

Can you install my numbers/sign/decal onto my letterbox before shipping?

Unfortunately, we do not install the numbers/signs/decals to letterboxes before shipping to you. These products are all easy to DIY install/attach to ensure that you are happy with correct placement on your letterbox. Please refer to Installation ins

How do I install the numbers?

Stick On: Constructed with a strong adhesive, our stick on number range is easy to install – no tools required! Ensure the surface is clean and dry. Peel off the protective backing and press it down firmly in your chosen position. Screw On/Stud Mount

Can I remove the steel stick on numbers if I am not happy with my first placement?

If you have placed your steel number incorrectly, we recommend covering a spatula with a soft cloth or towel, and gently prying the number/s off.

Can I screw in numbers to my concrete letterbox?

We do not suggest screwing numbers into your concrete letterbox, as the exposure to weather elements could cause damage, as well as the potential for the concrete to crack due to the vibrations during installation.We suggest you screw your numbers in

Can I buy decals to install onto my concrete letterbox?

We do not recommend a decal for a concrete letterbox, as it can be hard to stick to the rougher surface of concrete.We suggest a custom house sign for our concrete letterboxes – we especially love the stainless-steel house signs paired with our concr

How do I install my custom house sign?

Your custom house sign is easy to install – simply use some construction adhesive from a hardware store (We recommend 'Liquid Nails Heavy Duty'), apply to the back of your sign (ensuring you stop 2cm from the edges), and adhere to your surface. Pleas

Can I please add extra numbers or letters to my sign even though I am over the max limit?

Unfortunately, the character limit shown on each product is the maximum that is able to fit on that sign. We do recommend abbreviating words if needed, eg. Road to Rd or Street to St. Our live preview feature allows you to easily try multiple combina