Custom Sidewalk Frame Signs for Your Business
A-frame signs, sandwich boards, and custom sidewalk displays built to grab attention at street level. Designed, printed, and assembled by Signs East in Kingston, NH for businesses across Southern NH and the North Shore.
What Are Sidewalk Frame Signs?
Sidewalk frame signs are portable, self-standing, double-sided signs built to sit on walkways, entryways, and storefronts where foot traffic is highest. You've seen them outside restaurants, retail shops, and salons - they're the signs that catch people mid-stride and pull them through the door.
Also called A-frame signs or sandwich boards, they feature a hinged or folding frame that holds printed panels on both sides so your message faces every direction. Made from metal or heavy-duty plastic, they're built to handle outdoor conditions while staying light enough to move inside at the end of the day.
Signs East offers a full range of sidewalk frame signs - from classic A-frames to chalkboard-style and custom-printed panels - built to fit any business type or promotional need. Every sign is printed in full color with weather-resistant materials at our Kingston, NH shop.
Types of Sidewalk Frame Signs We Build
From classic A-frames to specialty chalkboard displays, every sidewalk sign we produce is custom-built for your brand, your message, and your storefront.
A-Frame Signs
The most popular sidewalk sign style. A-frames feature a classic hinged frame with two printable panels facing opposite directions - perfect for storefronts, restaurant entrances, and event signage. Available in standard, heavy-duty metal, and snap-open formats with full-color custom printing.
Sandwich Board Signs
The traditional double-sided sidewalk sign with a professional, timeless look. Metal or aluminum construction with chain-linked or hinged panels built for daily outdoor use. Sandwich boards are a reliable choice for any business entrance or high-traffic walkway.
Chalkboard Sidewalk Signs
Chalkboard-style sidewalk signs let you hand-write daily specials, menus, or messages for a personalized look that changes whenever you need it. Available in A-frame and sandwich board formats with wood or metal frames compatible with standard and liquid chalk.
Double-Sided Frame Signs
Maximize visibility with printed panels on both sides of the frame. Your message faces both directions so no customer walks past without seeing it. Available with snap-in panels and full-color UV printing for easy insert changes throughout the year.
Folding & Portable Frame Signs
Lightweight folding designs that collapse flat for compact storage and fast setup. Aluminum fold-flat and plastic collapsible options make it easy to bring your sign out every morning and in every night without taking up storage space.
Sidewalk Signs for Every Type of Business
Built Right, Built Local, Built to Last
Full-Color Custom Printing
Every sidewalk sign is printed with your exact brand colors, logos, and messaging. No generic templates - your sign matches your business identity.
Owner-Direct Service
When you call Signs East, you talk to Tor and his team directly. No call centers, no runaround, no waiting weeks for a callback.
Weatherproof Construction
Durable metal and heavy-duty plastic materials paired with UV-resistant inks. Built to handle New England sun, wind, and rain without fading or warping.
Design Assistance Available
Not sure where to start? Our team can help lay out your sign from scratch or work with your existing artwork to produce print-ready files.
Real Reviews from Real Businesses
"Sign East is awesome! Tor and his team did an excellent job for me on the sign for my DJ booth. Awesome quality printing and materials. Quick and prompt service. I highly recommend using them. Thank you!"| Google Review
"Signs East is always a pleasure to work with. Whether it's signs, lettering, window tint, or other custom work, everything is handled quickly and with great attention to detail. Communication is excellent, turnaround is fast, and they consistently go the extra mile to make sure the job comes out right. Highly recommend."| Google Review
"Tor has gone above and beyond. He came right to our job site and got machines done. We have brought trucks right to his shop and in less then a hour they were lettered up to perfection. He knows down time isn't great for business so he gets it done in no time!"| Google Review
How to Order Custom Sidewalk Signs
Three steps between you and a sidewalk sign that drives foot traffic through your door.
Choose Your Style & Size
Pick from A-frame, sandwich board, chalkboard, or folding designs. Not sure which fits your space? Call us and we'll walk you through the options for your storefront.
Send Your Artwork or Let Us Design It
Upload your files and we'll prepare print-ready artwork. If you need design help, our team will create a layout that matches your brand and gets your message across.
We Print, You Pick Up
Your sign is printed and assembled at our Kingston, NH shop. Pick it up locally or we'll arrange delivery to your location across Southern NH or the North Shore.
Sidewalk Frame Signs FAQ
A sidewalk frame sign is a portable, self-standing, double-sided sign placed on walkways or near business entrances to attract foot traffic. Also called A-frames or sandwich boards, they're commonly used by restaurants, retailers, and service businesses to display promotions, daily specials, or directional messaging right at eye level.
They're essentially the same product. "A-frame" refers to the triangular shape of the frame when viewed from the side, while "sandwich board" is an older term for double-sided sidewalk signs. Both are portable, self-standing, and designed to display messages facing two directions. The terms are used interchangeably across the sign industry.
Yes. Signs East builds sidewalk frame signs from durable metal and heavy-duty plastic designed for outdoor use. Printed panels use UV-resistant inks to maintain color and clarity through sun, wind, and light rain. We recommend bringing signs indoors during severe weather to extend their lifespan.
Standard sizes range from 18"x24" to 24"x36", with custom sizing available on request. The right size depends on your viewing distance and placement - our team can recommend the best fit for your specific location and foot traffic patterns.
Many of our sidewalk frame sign styles feature snap-open or slide-in panel systems that make it easy to swap printed inserts for seasonal promotions, updated menus, or new messaging without replacing the entire frame. Contact us about insert-compatible frame options for your business.
Get a Custom Sidewalk Sign for Your Business
Tell us about your business, your space, and what you need your sign to say. We'll take it from there.
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