Three Reasons to Use Sign Post Sleeves
The sign post sleeve is a handy and useful tool. Sign post sleeves are often vinyl or plastic, but are sometimes created from different materials, and may come in a variety of different sizes or colors. These tools are often seen at road sides, in front of stores or monuments, and in many other settings.
Much of the time, people don't even recognize the presence of the post sleeves, but they may have noticed that the sign or the area somehow looks sturdier or updated. When it comes right down to it, there are some very important reasons to use the sleeves. While there are several reasons, three seem to be discussed most often.
One of the most popular reasons to upgrade sign posts with sign post sleeves is that the sleeve can prevent dirt from getting into the foundation of the post and can protect the wood of the post itself. The vinyl or plastic sleeve wrapped around a wood post can protect the post from elements of nature, such as the sun, wind, and rain, and can protect the post from man-made hazards such as sprinkling systems, tagging, car exhaust, or other pollution. This protection is one of the first reasons discussed when the post sleeves are brought up.
This is not the only reason, however. The attractive appearance of the vinyl, plastic, or other material make sign post sleeves very popular when it is time to upgrade the look of the sign. There are some circumstances when old weathered wood is appropriate, but there are many other times when this just isn't the look that you are after. The smooth look of the post sleeves can be a real improvement over weathering wood or rusting metal posts. If the only reason that post sleeves are chosen is because of their appearance, the owners of the sign post will still be very pleased with the resulting effect.
Finally, the use of sign post sleeves makes it easier to complete replacements when the time comes. The vinyl or plastic sleeves are almost entirely maintenance free. This means that from the very first installation to the time when the post sleeves need to be replaced, the sleeves are easy to use and easy to keep looking nice. Sign posts on the side of roads or located in an area where drivers often lose control of their vehicles might need to be replaced often. In these situations, the ease of replacing the sleeves and the posts can be very important both when time and finances are considered.
If you are a home or property owner with aging wood or metal posts, you might want to consider adding sign post sleeves to those posts. If you have recently placed new posts around your property, you should still consider upgrading with the post sleeves. Don't wait for the strength and durability of the posts to become weakened. Don't wait until the posts have weathered to an unattractive gray or become covered with rust. Instead, simply slide the post sleeves over your existing posts and then you can feel confident that your signs and posts will be able to withstand whatever hazards come their way.