Sign Shop in Lewistown MT
The Sign Shop
Slogan: Just a small shop, Doing big things!
Welcome to The Sign Shop
Your business deserves to be seen. At The Sign Shop in Lewistown, Montana, we help you stand out with crisp vinyl decals, durable custom signs, and clean vinyl lettering for semis and storefront windows. From small stickers to bold door lettering and full fleet identification, we handle layout, cutting, application, and finish in our local shop at 703 E Main St. Because we are small, we move fast, listen closely, and deliver work that fits your brand, budget, and timeline.
What We Do
We specialize in graphic vinyl. That means sharp lines, true color, and dependable adhesion on real-world surfaces. Whether you need DOT numbers for a truck, unit numbers for equipment, safety decals, window hours for your shop, or a fresh exterior sign, our team designs, cuts, and installs everything in house. We start by confirming measurements and visibility distances, then we recommend materials and letter heights for easy reading from the road. You approve the proof, and we take it from there.
Built for Montana Conditions
Our materials are selected for the weather swings of Central Montana. We use quality vinyl with outdoor-rated adhesives and laminates to resist sun fade, snow, and gravel spray. Lettering is cut cleanly to avoid lifting edges, and install surfaces are prepped thoroughly for a long-lasting bond. The result is signage that looks professional on day one and stays readable season after season.
Simple Process, Clear Pricing
Bring your logo, rough sketch, or even a photo of where the sign will go. We will size the design, propose color options, and provide a clear quote before any work begins. Approvals happen by email for speed, and most local installs are scheduled within standard business hours, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. If you are passing through with a semi and need quick lettering, call ahead and we will try to fit you in.
Visit or Call Today
Stop by our shop on Main Street to see vinyl samples and color swatches in person. If you prefer, email artwork to mike@thesignshop.us or call (406) 535-2500 for fast help. We are proud to serve Lewistown and surrounding communities with dependable graphics that make businesses easier to find and fleets easier to recognize.
About The Sign Shop
Who We Are
The Sign Shop is a locally owned graphic vinyl shop based at 703 E Main St in Lewistown, MT 59457. We focus on practical, high-visibility signage that helps small businesses, ranches, contractors, and trucking companies communicate clearly. Our mindset is straightforward: keep designs readable, choose materials that last, and install with care so the finished product works as hard as you do.
What Makes Us Different
As a small shop, you work directly with the people producing your job. There is no endless back-and-forth or hand-off between departments. We confirm your goals, measure accurately, and provide proofs that match real-world sizes. Because we specialize in vinyl, we know how letter height, stroke weight, and color contrast affect readability at speed. That attention to detail shows up on tailgates, trailer doors, storefront glass, and equipment panels across Central Montana.
Materials and Methods
We source reliable cast and calendared vinyl, then select the right film for the job based on curved or flat surfaces, exposure to sun and road grime, and the cleaning products you use. Each project starts with surface prep to remove waxes, oils, and residue. We then apply by squeegee with controlled pressure to avoid bubbles and ensure clean edges. For multi-color graphics, layers are registered precisely so your branding looks consistent across vehicles and windows.
Community and Service
We are proud to support local businesses and events with quick turnaround and honest pricing. When a new shop opens in town, we help with window hours, door graphics, and temporary signage. When a trucking outfit adds a unit, we get the numbers and compliance markings on the road fast. The goal is simple: clear communication, strong first impressions, and graphics that hold up to Montana weather.
Our Process
Discovery and Measurement: Share your goals, surfaces, and preferred colors. Bring your logo file if you have one.
Proof and Quote: We send a clear proof with sizes and spacing, along with a straightforward price.
Production: We cut and weed vinyl, prep surfaces, and stage hardware and substrates as needed.
Installation: We install on vehicles, windows, or sign panels with careful alignment and adhesion checks.
Aftercare:
We share cleaning guidelines to protect edges and maintain gloss.
Turnaround and Pricing
Typical projects move from approval to install on a predictable schedule. Smaller decals can be turned quickly. Larger semis and multi-panel windows are scheduled to minimize downtime for your business. Pricing is based on size, material, color count, and installation complexity, with no surprises after approval.
Graphic Vinyl Specialists
We produce clean, durable vinyl graphics for vehicles, equipment, windows, and interior surfaces. Projects range from logo decals and safety labels to door placards and hours of operation. We maintain a variety of color films and finishes so your branding can match or complement existing paint. Our design support includes layout refinement, letter height recommendations, and stroke adjustments for distance legibility. For installations on curved truck doors or ribbed trailer panels, we select films with the right conformability and adhesives to reduce lifting and edge curl. After installation, we provide basic care instructions to extend the life of the graphics and keep colors bright.
Vinyl Decals and Signs
Need a decal that sticks and stays put. We cut to shape for logos, phone numbers, websites, unit IDs, and wayfinding. For signs, we mount vinyl to substrates chosen for the environment: aluminum for long-term outdoor use, composite for strength and weight savings, and PVC or foam board for indoor displays. We size lettering for real viewing distances and match color to your brand palette. Laminates and UV-resistant inks help your signage resist fade and abrasion from snow brushes, road grime, and sun. Whether you need yard signs for a short campaign or a permanent building sign, we prepare proofs that show exact dimensions so you know what will be installed.
Vinyl Lettering on Semis and Windows
We letter semis, pickups, service vans, and storefront windows. For transportation clients, we produce clear, compliant identification such as company name, city and state, DOT and unit numbers, and weight class when required. Lettering is cut from durable films with clean edges for a factory look. On glass, we install business hours, logos, and promotional messages using high-contrast colors for easy reading from the sidewalk or street. If you bring a new unit through Lewistown, call ahead and we will schedule a same-day or next-day install whenever possible during business hours.
Gallery
What You Will See in Our Work
Our gallery highlights the practical side of graphic vinyl. Expect crisp unit numbers on truck doors, compliant DOT and company information on trailers, bold window hours on storefront glass, and clean logo decals that match your brand colors. You will also see durable aluminum or composite sign panels with smooth edges and high-contrast lettering mounted for visibility. Each project shows the same priorities: legibility, alignment, and material choices that stand up to Montana weather.
How We Document Projects
For each job we record measurements, colors, and materials used, then we photograph the finished install in natural light so colors appear true. This internal record helps keep your branding consistent when you add another vehicle, expand your shop hours, or update a sign. If you are planning a new project, bring a quick photo of the install location; we can suggest sizes and show examples from similar surfaces so you know what to expect.
Using the Gallery to Plan
Browse examples to decide on letter heights, stroke thickness, and color pairings. Notice how white or bright lettering pops on tinted glass, and how dark lettering reads well on light vehicle paint. If your logo has fine details, we will recommend simplified cuts for small decals and full details for larger panels so everything remains crisp at the final viewing distance.
Contact
Get a Quote or Schedule Install
Visit the Shop
Address: 703 E Main St, Lewistown, MT 59457
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Weekends closed.
Service Area and On-Site Work
We serve Lewistown and nearby communities in Central Montana. Most window and sign panel installs happen at local businesses. Vehicle lettering is done at the shop when possible for clean, consistent results. If you are passing through with a semi, we can coordinate timing so you are back on the road quickly.
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File Tips
Send vector files when available for the sharpest cuts. If you only have a bitmap image, we can often redraw simple logos. For text-only projects like hours or DOT numbers, just send the wording, and we will recommend readable fonts and sizes.
Why Contact Us Now
Clear signage helps customers find you, keeps fleets compliant, and reinforces your brand every mile driven. Whether you need one door decal or a full set of unit numbers and window hours, we will size, cut, and install with care so your message is easy to read and built to last.
