Authentic Neon Signs
A Complex Problem
The Mount Royal Hotel in Banff wanted to recreate its iconic historic neon sign, which once graced its entryway. The challenge was to accurately recreate the vintage sign using real neon gas and glass bending, while working from only black-and-white photos from the hotel’s archives.
A Simple Solution
Hi Signs, in collaboration with Banff Sign Company, took on the task of designing and fabricating an exact replica of the Mount Royal Hotel’s historic neon sign. Using real neon gas and expert glass bending techniques, the team recreated the sign from scratch, including the construction of a custom housing unit for installation. Every detail was meticulously crafted to capture the authenticity of the original signage, bringing the iconic neon sign back to life.
The Result
The recreated authentic neon sign now proudly hangs above the hotel entrance, restoring a piece of history and adding a vintage charm to Banff Avenue. Hi Signs’ dedication to authenticity and craftsmanship brought the Mount Royal Hotel’s vision to reality, while preserving the nostalgia and excitement of neon signage.
Hi Signs is a Canadian architectural signage and wayfinding fabricator, dedicated to creating functional and aesthetically pleasing solutions for our clients such faux neon or authentic neon signs. With 50 years of experience in the industry, our team of designers and project managers have a thorough understanding of how to effectively guide people through complex environments, delivering turn-key solutions.