Directional Free-Standing House Signs
Directional Free-Standing House Signs
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Our Bespoke, Directional Free-Standing House Signs with posts are handmade with locally-sourced oak from Devon.
- Paint Options: Black, white, left natural or reflective
- Reflective Paint: Choose reflective paint for better night visibility – the pigments reflect torchlight or headlights, making it ideal for road signs to catch attention.
- Completely customisable text, font, colour and size.
- Choose the direction on the drop down menu that you would like your sign to point.
- Perfect traditional style for a house or business signpost as you can customise both sides with your name or number, or your brand name/logo to really attract customers to your store or marketplace.
- Waterproof wood Paint.
- Easy Installation - See Our FAQs
- Waterproof paint.
- Arrives completely assembled.
- Handcrafted from sustainably sourced wood in our Devon workshop.
- We’ll communicate closely with you throughout the process and always show a proof design before carving.
- See here to learn about how to Maintain your Oak.
Dimensions
- Oak Planks come in 40cm / 60cm / 80cm x 12cm x 2cm
- Oak legs come in 4cm x 4cm x 70cm
Ground Spikes (Optional for Easy Installation)
Our 55 cm ground spikes make installation easy by reducing how much of the post needs to be buried (typically 20–30 cm), keeping the sign secure while maintaining its full height. They also protect the oak by preventing direct contact with wet ground, improving stability and longevity.
For guidance, refer to our Ultimate Guide and step-by-step video tutorial.
Maintaining your sign
Delivery times
Once you're happy with the design, it takes 8-12 working days (depending on the option you choose) to create the product by hand, before being sent out with Parcelforce on a tracked UK shipping service.
Click here to see The Process
Branding
Each product features a tasteful touch of Grain Designs branding, applied as an engraved metal plate or stamp, depending on the item. If you’d prefer this detail to be omitted, please let us know in the personalisation box.
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Handcrafted in our Devon Workshop
Using sustainably sourced Dartmoor Oak, from the initial enquiry to the final installation, we will be here to help every step of the way!
"Every oak tree started as a couple of nuts that stood their ground"
After Care
About Oak
Wood is a natural material that naturally responds to changes in temperature and humidity by expanding and contracting. While these shifts are typically minor, you may notice small hairline cracks over time—this is a natural characteristic that adds to the wood’s unique charm. Seasonal changes can also cause slight movement in the timber, which is completely normal and expected as part of its aging process.
After Care
Regular care is essential to keep your product in top condition. We recommend treating the wood with Danish oil or a similar timber treatment to nourish and protect it. This helps prevent drying out, discoloration, staining, cracking, and warping, ensuring its longevity and beauty over time.
To learn more head to our blog on how to properly maintain and care for you outdoor product: Click here to learn more!
Please don't hesitate to contact us with any queries!
FAQ's
Can I approve my design before you begin engraving?
Absolutely! We’ll never engrave anything until you’ve confirmed the design. After your order, we’ll email you design options for approval. Feel free to share any preferences, and we’ll refine the design until you’re completely happy. No engraving will take place until you give the final confirmation.
How do I choose my font?
We can engrave nearly any font. We’ll provide a range of font options for you to choose from. If you have a specific font in mind, just mention it in the additional instructions, and we’ll include it. You can also let us know your style preferences, and we’ll tailor the choices accordingly. If you’re unsure, we’ll still provide a variety for you to pick from.
How do I choose the colour for my engraving?
Choosing an engraving colour comes down to both aesthetic preference and how the product will be used.
- White offers the highest contrast, making it ideal for clear visibility.
- Black is a more traditional option that still provides strong contrast.
- Natural / unpainted engravings suit interior and household décor items best, rather than signage.
- Reflective paint has a subtle silver tone and contains light-reflecting pigments, giving it the best visibility at night. This works best with bolder fonts, which will be reflected in the available design options.
You can read more about reflective finishes in our blog post.
If you have a custom colour in mind, please get in touch — we’re always happy to source a specific finish for you.
How do I add a logo or emblem to my order?
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch shortly via email to discuss your design. However, it’s very helpful if you can email your logo or emblem to us as soon as possible so it can be included in the initial design concepts.
Please send your image to info@graindesigns.com.
If your emblem or logo is particularly detailed or intricate, there is a chance it may not translate fully when engraved. In these cases, we recommend emailing it to us before placing your order — we’re happy to review it and provide proofs so you can be confident the final result meets your expectations.
What if I’d like different dimensions or a design that isn’t shown in the listing?
No problem at all — many of our products are made completely to order. Whether you’re looking for different dimensions or have a fully custom design in mind, we’d love to hear your ideas.
You’re welcome to explore our Inspiration page and existing product range for ideas, then get in touch to tell us what you’re looking for. We’ll be happy to help refine your concept and bring it to life.
How long does production and delivery take?
Our standard build time is 8–15 working days, depending on current demand. The most up-to-date lead times are always shown in our Shipping Policy.
If you need your order sooner, you can select Express Delivery at checkout for priority production. Once dispatched, delivery typically takes 1–2 working days.
As all items are handcrafted, some processes naturally take time, but we always work to complete and ship orders as quickly as possible without compromising quality.