26 Cool Neon Signs That You Need In Your Home – House Digest
Did you know that the first neon light illuminated a Parisian barbershop in 1912? From there, the art of creating advertising signs from neon spread around the world, as noted by the Science History Institute. Neon signs have been associated with the bright lights of Las Vegas, smoky barroom beer signs, and eye-catching “open” signs for every type of business imaginable. These days, the look of neon (sometimes called faux neon) is no longer reserved for brands and businesses. It’s everywhere.
Neon used to be expensive to create; not everyone could have a customized sign made on a whim. For years, true neon was created by using glass tubes filled with various gasses to impart different colors, according to Bright Neon Signs. So, why are we seeing more and more neon-looking signs around? Modern LED lights can now be used make similar signs. Whether you order one from a vendor or take it on as a DYI project, just about any word, phrase, or symbol can now be celebrated in vibrant light that has the look of neon.
1. Use your words
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Have something to say? A neon sign can help you get your point across in a big and bright way.
2. Show your pride
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Whether it’s a symbol of pride or a promise of luck and fortune, a neon rainbow makes a colorful expression on any wall.
3. Make it quote worthy
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Put your favorite movie quote in neon and make it live, well, to infinity and beyond.
4. Brand loyalty
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From fanboys and sneaks to fave eats, almost everyone has a brand they’re fierce about. So, why not go ahead and put it in neon?
5. Ticket to paradise
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Even in the dead of winter, you can channel those Hawaiian trade winds and swaying palms with a colorful aloha sign.
6. For the love of beer
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It doesn’t have to be Cinco de Mayo to enjoy an ice cold cerveza. Add this sign to your game room for a colorful and fun reminder.
7. American brew
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Whether you’re decorating a backyard bar or a game room, neon beer signs will always feel right at home.
8. Make mine a martini
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More of a cocktail maven than a beer lover? This sign will fit perfectly in that spot above your stylish bar cart.
9. Sign of a foodie
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Even if you’re more of a foodie than a drinker, the electric glow of neon won’t let you down.
10. Rock on
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Leave no room for doubt about your music of choice with a neon rock and roll guitar sign.
11. Love is all you need
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Is it a neon sign paying homage to The Beatles, or is it the true meaning of life? Either way, love is all you need.
12. Just wow
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Expressing your enthusiasm, or sarcastic exasperation, will never be easier than by displaying a neon wow sign. And when you’re tired of it, turn it over and give it to your mom.
13. Pretty in pink
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You might not need a daily reminder of your beauty, but when it comes to pretty pink neon affirmations, it’s not really about need anyway.
14. Highlight togetherness
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This better together neon sign definitely gives us wedding vibes. Having it in a home as a honeymoon mantra couldn’t hurt anything either.
15. Take a chill pill
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It’s not like having a neon chill sign is going to remove all the stress in your life. But hey, what could it hurt?
16. The mysteries of life
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Have you been feeling like life’s handing you more questions than answers lately? Whomever created this neon sign wants you to know that you’re not alone.
17. Life’s little questions
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You might be wondering whether you need a neon sign that very poignantly and perpetually answers the question, why? Here’s your sign.
18. Taking care of business
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If you’re an Elvis fan, you already know one of his favorite symbols was a lightning bolt with the letters TCB for “taking care of business.” So yeah, if you know that, you might also need this neon in your life.
19. Living in the moment
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How about a daily reminder to stay present and live in the moment? Get yourself a big, red neon sign and you’ll never forget again.
20. Good vibrations
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When it’s time to flush the negativity out of your life, nothing gets the point across like good vibes in heavenly white neon.
21. Pun intended
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Love getting in a good pun? Sometimes that cleverness is just too good not to put up in lights.
22. Vive la difference
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Sometimes you just need to turn an idea on its head to get your point across. That’s especially true when it comes to celebrating differences.
23. Come on in
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Who needs a reason to garner a big neon welcome sign? Friendly, check. Inviting, check. What you need for your entry foyer, check.
24. No brainer
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We all could use a little (or big) reminder to stop and think every now and then. What’s better than a giant neon brain to drive the point home?
25. I heart you
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You don’t have to wait for Valentine’s Day to express your sentiments with a big red neon heart.
26. Getting social
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Nothing tells the world how much you love social more than a big “like” symbol. Someone you know needs this, guaranteed.