Why We Choose 16-Gauge Steel for Our Custom Metal Signs

When someone shops for a custom metal sign, they usually focus on the design. They'll compare fonts, finishes, colors, and sizes. One thing most people never think about is the thickness of the steel itself.

At ReDesigned TX, we believe that's one of the most important decisions we make.

That's why the majority of our custom and semi-custom metal signs are handcrafted from heavy-duty 16-gauge American steel.

What Does "16 Gauge" Mean?

One of the biggest misconceptions we hear is that 18-gauge steel must be thicker than 16-gauge steel because the number is larger.

It actually works the opposite way.

The lower the gauge number, the thicker the steel.

Steel Gauge	Approximate Thickness	Common Uses
20 Gauge	0.036"	Light decorative pieces and crafts
18 Gauge	0.048"	Many decorative metal signs
16 Gauge	0.060"	Heavy-duty custom signs and premium décor

While these numbers may seem small, they make a noticeable difference in how a finished sign feels and performs.

Why Does Thickness Matter?

There are plenty of beautiful signs made from thinner materials, and for certain applications they work just fine.

For the types of products we build, however, we wanted something more substantial.

Using 16-gauge steel provides several advantages:

• More rigidity with less flex

• Better support for larger designs

• A premium, solid feel when you pick it up

• Excellent durability for indoor and outdoor use

• A sign built to be enjoyed for years—not just a season

When someone unwraps one of our signs, we want their first thought to be:

"Wow...this is quality."

Not All Metal Signs Are Built the Same

Today you'll find decorative signs made from a variety of materials, including:

• 20-gauge steel

• 18-gauge steel

• Aluminum

• Aluminum composite materials (ACM)

Each material has its place depending on the product and intended use.

For our custom family signs, ranch signs, business signs, address signs, backyard bar signs, and many of our personalized designs, we've chosen 16-gauge steel because we believe it offers an excellent balance of strength, durability, and long-term value.

Built to Last

Every custom sign we create is designed to become part of your home, ranch, lake house, business, or outdoor living space.

It's not disposable décor.

It's something that often celebrates a family name, honors a ranch, welcomes customers to a business, or becomes the centerpiece of a backyard gathering place.

Those are the kinds of projects that deserve quality materials.

More Than Just Steel

The steel is only the beginning.

Every project is also backed by careful design, precision cutt

ing, hand finishing, and personal customer service.

Whether you come to us with a finished logo or a rough sketch on a piece of notebook paper, we'll work with you throughout the design process until you're proud of the final result.

That's one of the things we enjoy most about what we do.

Family Owned Since 2003

For more than two decades, ReDesigned TX has been creating handcrafted products for homes, ranches, small businesses, restaurants, and outdoor living spaces across Texas and beyond.

We've built our business on a simple philosophy:

Build every piece as if it were going in our own home.

Sometimes that means spending a little more on materials.

Sometimes it means taking a little longer to get the details just right.

We believe our customers deserve both.

Looking for a Custom Metal Sign?

Whether you're designing a personalized family name sign, ranch entrance, business logo, address sign, lake house décor, or backyard bar sign, we'd love to help bring your ideas to life.

At ReDesigned TX, we don't just cut steel.

We create handcrafted custom metal signs built from heavy-duty 16-gauge American steel—designed to last and proudly made one project at a time.

Ready to create something uniquely yours? Contact us today for a free custom design consultation.