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Whether you're naming a new boat, refreshing tired graphics or replacing peeling decals that have seen one too many Sydney summers, this guide covers everything you need to know before you order. We've pulled together the most common questions we get asked at MTM Signage and answered them honestly — from materials and lifespan to application and care. What are boat decals made from? Not all vinyl is created equal — and this matters more on a boat than almost anywhere else. Bo

The 49er and 49er FX are two of the most exciting boats in Olympic sailing — fast, physical and unforgiving. If you're racing one in Australia, you already know that every detail matters on the water. Your sail branding is no different. At MTM Signage we're a licensed supplier of class-legal sail branding for both the 49er and 49er FX, supplying competitive sailors across Australia from our Newport workshop on Pittwater. Here's everything you need to know before you order. Ab

If you've been thinking about getting your work vehicle branded, you've probably come across two options: vehicle decals or a full wrap. Both will get your business name on the road — but they're quite different in terms of cost, coverage, visual impact and what they're best suited to. Here's a straightforward breakdown to help you decide which is right for your vehicle and your business. What are vehicle decals? Vehicle decals are individual pieces of cut or printed vinyl ap

Planning a wedding on Sydney's Northern Beaches is a genuinely beautiful experience. The venues are stunning, the light is incredible and the setting does a lot of the work for you. But one thing couples often leave too late — or forget about entirely — is signage. Good wedding signage does more than just look pretty. It guides guests, sets the tone the moment they arrive, and adds those personal finishing touches that make your day feel considered and complete. Here's a prac

Your shopfront signage is often the first thing a potential customer sees. It can make or break their decision to walk through your door. On the Northern Beaches, where foot traffic in Dee Why, Manly, Mona Vale, and Narrabeen is strong year-round, a tired, faded, or missing sign is costing you customers every single day. Here are five signs it's time to invest in new Northern Beaches shopfront signage. 1. Your Sign is Faded or Peeling UV damage is relentless in the Australian

If you've been thinking about getting your ute or van sign-written, one of the first questions you'll probably ask is: how long is this actually going to last? It's a fair question — vehicle signage is an investment, and you want to know you're getting your money's worth. Here's the honest answer, plus a few tips on how to get the most out of your graphics. How long does vehicle signage typically last? For most ute decals and vehicle graphics using premium cast vinyl — which

If you've walked past a modern office or boutique shop on the Northern Beaches lately, chances are you've noticed frosted window graphics. From privacy frosting on office partitions to full colour branded window decals on shopfronts, window graphics have become one of the most popular and versatile signage solutions for Northern Beaches businesses. At MTM Signage, we design and install window graphics and frosting for offices, retail shops, clinics, restaurants and homes acro

If you're racing an ILCA — formerly known as the Laser — getting your sail numbers right isn't optional. World Sailing and the ILCA class association have strict requirements around sizing, placement, colour and materials, and non-compliant sail numbers can result in disqualification at regattas. At MTM Signage, we produce class-legal ILCA sail numbers and branding for sailors across Australia, shipped from our Newport workshop on Sydney's Northern Beaches. Here's everything

If you're a tradie working on Sydney's Northern Beaches, your work vehicle is probably your biggest asset. It gets you to jobs, carries your tools, and represents your business every single day. But if it's blank — no name, no number, no branding — you're missing one of the most cost-effective marketing opportunities available to a small business. At MTM Signage, we're based in Newport and work with tradies across the Northern Beaches— plumbers, electricians, builders, landsc

Whether you're a first-time sailor or a seasoned competitor, applying sail numbers correctly is one of those tasks that looks simple but can go wrong quickly. Bubbles, misalignment, peeling edges — we've seen it all. At MTM Signage, we produce class-legal sail numbers for ILCA, 29er, Optimist, 49er, 49er FX and iQ FOiL sailors across Australia, and over time we've refined the process down to a science. Here's our step-by-step easy install guide to get your sail numbers on per