Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Custom Signage Solutions
Established in 1977, we have dedicated over four decades to crafting bespoke signage solutions for businesses, public services, and organisations across the UK. Our 10,000 sq ft Ashford-based facility combines traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, enabling us to produce high-impact signage using materials ranging from foam to stainless steel. With in-house design, manufacturing, and installation teams, we deliver end-to-end services supported by a 5-year guarantee. Our client portfolio includes Euro Car Parks, Eurostar, Kent County Council, and the University of Kent, reflecting our reputation for precision and reliability.Our IPAF and PASMA-accredited installers operate nationwide, handling projects from initial design to maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety and planning regulations. Backed by 40+ years of technical expertise and a commitment to innovation, we prioritise client satisfaction through tailored solutions and meticulous attention to detail.
Services
Signage Design
Sign Manufacture
Installation
Maintenance
3D Letter Signs
Illuminated Signs
Vehicle Graphics
Safety Signage
Wayfinding Systems
Neon Retro Signs
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years' experience in bespoke signage design and manufacture
- Our in-house teams handle projects from concept to nationwide installation
- All signage comes with a 5-year guarantee and maintenance support
- We serve major clients including Eurostar and Kent County Council
- Our installers hold IPAF and PASMA safety accreditations
Associations and certifications
- IPAF
- PASMA
What people say
Professional service
Efficient and friendly
Excellent quality
Impeccable service
Highly recommend
Services
Signage Design
Our in-house design team creates tailored signage solutions, combining technical expertise with creative innovation. We assist clients in selecting optimal materials, illumination, and layouts while preparing planning documentation. Using site surveys and photo-realistic visualisations, we ensure designs meet both aesthetic and regulatory requirements, delivering scalable artwork proofs for client approval before manufacturing begins.
Sign Manufacture
We manufacture diverse signage types in our Ashford factory, utilising LED technology and traditional methods. Capabilities include 3D lettering, illuminated lightboxes, and freestanding monoliths using materials like aluminium, stainless steel, and plastic. Our process prioritises quality control, with expert fabrication teams ensuring precision in constructing complex designs, including custom aluminium tray systems with seamless welds and bespoke colour finishes.
Installation
Our accredited installers handle nationwide projects using specialist equipment for challenging locations. Services include removal of existing signage, safety-compliant mounting on walls/rooftops, and final quality checks. The team manages large-scale rebranding projects and ensures minimal disruption during business hours, with clients like Chapel Down and Balfour Beatty attesting to our efficient, professional execution across diverse site conditions.
Maintenance
We provide comprehensive maintenance packages to preserve signage functionality and appearance. Services include annual cleaning, structural inspections, electrical checks, and LED upgrades. Our team addresses damage promptly while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Regular maintenance protects brand image and extends signage lifespan, with planned programmes preventing unexpected failures through proactive issue detection.
Vehicle Graphics
Our vehicle signage solutions transform company cars into mobile marketing tools. We create durable vinyl wraps, partial graphics, and full branding designs that withstand UK weather conditions. The process includes template creation, colour matching to brand guidelines, and precision application to ensure professional results that enhance brand visibility during daily operations across Kent and nationwide.
People
John Hobbs
Managing Director
Leading Medash Signs since its founding in 1977, John oversees operations from design to installation. With four decades of industry experience, he has guided the company's evolution from traditional sign writing to digital innovation, maintaining its reputation for quality while expanding nationwide service capabilities.
Questions
What types of signage do you specialise in?
We create bespoke solutions including 3D letter signs, illuminated lightboxes, vehicle graphics, safety signage, and wayfinding systems for businesses, public institutions, and events across the UK.
Do you handle nationwide installations?
Yes, our IPAF and PASMA-accredited installers operate throughout the UK, managing projects from initial surveys to final fitting using specialist equipment for challenging locations.
What guarantees do you offer?
All signage comes with a 5-year guarantee covering manufacturing defects, supported by comprehensive maintenance packages for ongoing care and compliance.
Can you assist with planning permissions?
Our design team prepares technical drawings and documentation to help secure necessary planning consents for your signage project.
How do you ensure signage durability?
We use premium materials like aluminium and stainless steel combined with protective coatings and LED technology to create long-lasting, weather-resistant signage solutions.
What maintenance services are available?
We offer annual inspections, cleaning, electrical checks, LED upgrades, and emergency repairs to maintain safety compliance and visual impact of your signage.
