Laser Cut Signs Australia: Materials, Uses and Pricing (2026)
Laser cutting has transformed custom signage in Australia. What once required expensive tooling and long lead times can now be produced in days — to any shape, in any material, with millimetre precision. This guide covers everything you need to know about laser cut signs: what’s possible, what they cost, and how to get the best result.
What Is Laser Cutting?
Laser cutting uses a high-powered focused laser beam to cut, score or engrave materials with extreme precision. Our Frenchs Forest workshop uses CO2 and fibre laser systems that cut:
- Acrylic (perspex) — 3mm to 25mm. Clean, polished edge on cut faces. Most popular for signs.
- Timber / MDF / Ply — 3mm to 18mm. Natural look; great for rustic, décor and hospitality signage.
- Aluminium — 1mm to 3mm. External-grade durability. Ideal for outdoor, industrial, compliance signs.
- Foam / Foamcore / Sintra PVC — lightweight display signs, events, retail displays.
- Leather, felt, fabric — for branded merchandise, patches, apparel.
Types of Laser Cut Signs We Make
1. Reception & Office Signs
Flat or layered acrylic panels with your business name, logo and directional text. Can be wall-mounted flat or floated on standoff pins for a premium 3D look. See our Floating 3D Signs →
2. Shopfront & Retail Letters
Individual cut letters — white, black, gold mirror — at heights from 50mm to 300mm. Great for cafes, salons, gyms and retail stores. Install in minutes with our included template.
3. Layered Dimensional Signs
2–3 layers of different materials (acrylic + timber, acrylic + MDF) create signs with real physical depth. The floating face layer casts a natural shadow — no lighting required. See Layered Signs →
4. Event & Exhibition Signage
Large-format laser cut foam letters and panels for trade shows, photo walls, marquee letters and pop-up retail. Light, easy to assemble and transport.
5. Personalised Gifts & Awards
Laser engraved chopping boards, keyrings, slates, timber plaques and glass awards. See our Laser Engraving service →
Material Comparison
| Material | Best For | Indoor/Outdoor | Price (relative) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cast Acrylic | Reception, retail, letters | Both | $$ |
| Timber / MDF | Rustic, café, décor signs | Indoor | $ |
| Aluminium | Outdoor, industrial, safety | Both | $$$ |
| PVC / Sintra | Events, temporary retail | Indoor | $ |
| Mirror Acrylic | Feature walls, luxury retail | Indoor | $$ |
Pricing Guide
Laser cut sign pricing depends on material, sheet size, cutting time and finishing. Here are indicative prices (ex. GST):
- Individual acrylic letters: From $6.50–$55 per letter depending on size and colour
- Acrylic sign panel (A4): From $75
- Layered reception sign (A3): From $125
- Floating 3D logo sign (500mm): From $195
- Laser engraved gift: From $8 (keyring) to $75 (A4 plaque)
All orders include a digital proof. Volume discounts apply from 10+ units.
File Formats We Accept
For cutting: AI, SVG, DXF, EPS (vector preferred). For engraving: PNG, JPG (300dpi+) also accepted. Not sure about your file? Send it through — we’ll assess it for free.
Shipping Australia-Wide
We partner with Pack & Send (Australia’s premium parcel service) to deliver your signs safely — tracked, packed correctly, and insured. We ship to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra and all regional areas.
Standard dispatch: 2–5 business days from artwork approval. Express available.
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