IP44
Helioneon indoor neons
All our standard indoor neons are IP44 protected: enough for a ventilated bathroom, kitchen, changing room or any dry to moderately humid interior. No surcharge, no option to tick.
IP65 certified · 3-year warranty
Outdoor neon sign IP65, made to order: weatherproof LED neon for storefronts, patios and gardens
Helioneon makes your outdoor neon sign to order: a storefront sign, a restaurant patio, a garden. The sealed silicone tube, screw-fit connectors and waterproof power supply stand up to driving rain, frost and UV. Free 3D mock-up within 24 hours, free delivery in 7 to 10 days, 3-year warranty.
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- 7-10 daysFree delivery
- 3 yearsWarranty included
- IP65Certified waterproofing
The reality check
Why doesn't every LED neon survive outdoors?
Many LED neons sold as "outdoor" are actually indoor models coated in a thin layer of silicone. Fitted on an exposed façade, they fail within a few months.
Four enemies attack an outdoor neon sign every day. Driving rain seeps in through poorly sealed joints and connectors. UV rays bleach low-grade silicone and make it brittle within two years. Frost expands micro-pores and cracks the junctions. Condensation, more insidious still, settles inside the tube and clouds the light.
A true outdoor neon is not a product, it is an assembly: monobloc silicone tube, remote weatherproof power supply, heat-sealed connectors, ventilated acrylic mount. At Helioneon, every link in the chain is validated for outdoor use. Not an IP sticker stuck on an indoor product.
They trust us for their outdoor signs
IEC 60529 standard · Helioneon benchmark
The IP rating that changes everything: certified IP65
The IP rating, defined by the international IEC 60529 standard, measures how well an electrical product is protected against dust and water. The higher the second digit, the stronger the water protection. For a neon that lives outdoors, it is the only indicator that matters.
IP65 is the standard we apply to every outdoor neon we make. In practical terms: total dust protection, and full resistance to water jets in every form (driving rain, high-pressure washing, sea spray, garden splash). It is the right level for nearly every professional signage project, shop façades, restaurant terraces, residential gardens and outdoor events.
IP65
Helioneon outdoor neons
Our outdoor version steps up to certified IP65: water jets, driving rain, frost, UV, from Northeast winters to coastal salt air. Waterproofing certificate supplied with every outdoor order.
No IP67 or IP68 in our catalog, and that is not a gap: those ratings only make sense for fully submerged products (fountains, permanently filled pools). For everything else, IP65 is the only relevant level, and it is the one we stand behind on every outdoor neon that leaves our workshop.
Applications
Where can you use an outdoor neon sign?
A weatherproof neon opens up settings no indoor neon can handle. Here are the projects our customers order most.
01
Outdoor neon sign for restaurant and bar patios
Logo, name or slogan on the façade or hung over the terrace. Long-range visibility, instant atmosphere, strong identity. See our restaurant neon or bar neon page.
02
Outdoor neon sign for storefronts
Permanent illuminated signage exposed to rain and sun. Our weatherproof version replaces traditional light boxes with a more modern graphic signature. Details on the retail neon page.
03
Garden and residential terrace
A quote, the house name, a pergola outline, pathway signage. The neon rides out storms and Northeast winters with no visible change.
04
Outdoor events and festivals
Outdoor wedding, festival, trade show under a tent. The neon goes out, comes back, goes out again, with no degradation.
05
Swimming pool and pool house
Pool edge outline, pool house wall, outdoor décor near water. Our weatherproof version handles splashes, spray and poolside mist without issue.
06
Architecture and agency projects
Façade cladding, office signage, open lobby. We work hand in hand with architects and design offices through our business neon offer.
Waterproofing engineering
How Helioneon guarantees IP65 waterproofing
IP65 is not declared, it is built. Here are the four waterproofing engineering steps that set apart our neon signs for business made for outdoor use. To go further, read our installation guide.
01
Single-piece extruded silicone tube
Food-grade high-density silicone, extruded in a single piece, with no seam or glue. No weak point where water can seep in. UV resistance tested for 100,000 hours with no color shift.
02
Laser-sealed ends
Each end is closed with a laser-welded silicone cap, not glued. Waterproofing validated in our workshop on 100% of units.
03
Screw-fit IP65 connectors
Threaded connectors with O-ring seals, no terminal blocks or Wago connectors. The cable exits the neon through a cable gland, never through a cut made with a knife. Waterproofing maintained all the way to the power supply housing.
04
Remote IP65 power supply
A 12V or 24V waterproof power supply is always included, never an indoor PSU as a stopgap. Aluminum housing withstands thermal shock from -13°F to 122°F (-25°C to +50°C). 3-year parts warranty, identical to the neon.
Pricing and lead times
How much does a custom outdoor neon sign cost?
The ranges below are indicative, excluding installation. Firm quote within 24 hours after you send the brief or vector logo.
Small professional signage
$265 - $570
Bar logo, shop name, short outdoor word. Lead time 7 to 10 days.
- 16 to 31 in (40 to 80 cm) wide
- Weatherproof silicone tube
- Weatherproof PSU and connectors
- 3-year warranty
Restaurant façade, retail window
$570 - $1,710
Complete outdoor sign, terrace signage. Lead time 7 to 10 days.
- 31 to 71 in (80 to 180 cm) wide
- Multi-color available
- Clear acrylic backing
- Installation by a sign installer recommended
Architectural project, large format
$1,710 - $3,420+
Façade cladding, hospitality project, recurring events. Lead time 7 to 10 days.
- 71 in (180 cm) and above
- Dedicated technical study
- Work with architects
- Extended warranty available
Want to compare with other formats? The neon signs for business page details our full range, indoor and outdoor. For a specific project, request a quote.
Written commitments
Helioneon outdoor guarantees
The outdoors are demanding, and so are our commitments. Three written guarantees, not marketing fluff, that apply to every outdoor order.
3 years
IP65 warranty
If the waterproofing fails, we ship a replacement part within 10 days, free of charge, for the full term, not just the first year. Terms on the 3-year warranty page.
24 h
Reply within 24 hours
Our team answers every request by email within 24 hours, and a warranty claim starts with a few photos.
$0
Free replacement part
A documented waterproofing fault (photos, video) triggers a free replacement part, shipped within 10 days, with no deductible. That is our commitment, not a commercial gesture.
IP65
Certified waterproofing
Helioneon standard validated on 100% of outdoor units, PSU and connectors included. A tested waterproofing chain, not a stuck-on IP sticker.
Outdoor technical questions
Outdoor technical FAQ
The questions our trade and private customers ask before every quote. If yours is not listed, send it via the form and we will reply within 24 hours.
Will my Helioneon neon really stand up to the rain?
Yes, without reservation. The IP65 rating certifies total protection against dust and against water jets from a nozzle, from any direction. Rain, even driving or stormy rain, stays well below those conditions, and so does a hose wash. What IP65 does not cover is immersion, so fountains and ponds are out of scope. Your points to watch are the cable entry and the power outlet, which must stay in a protected area or inside a weatherproof enclosure.
What about frost, snow and ice?
Our silicone tube is tested from -13°F to 122°F (-25°C to +50°C). Frost does not expand silicone the way it expands standard plastic. Snow simply melts on the lit neon with no damage. For installation, just avoid bending a neon in severe cold, as the silicone is slightly stiffer at 14°F (-10°C).
And UV in the height of summer?
Our silicone is UV-stabilized throughout, not just on the surface. Supplier tests: 100,000 hours of equivalent sunlight with no noticeable yellowing. That is what separates a genuine outdoor neon from an indoor neon in disguise: the material cost per foot is higher, but the real lifespan exceeds 8 years in direct exposure.
Is the outdoor connection safe?
All our outdoor neon signs run on 12V or 24V low voltage, never on line voltage directly at the neon. The weatherproof power supply converts your line voltage into sealed low voltage. No electrical risk if water meets the neon. Compliant with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), whose Article 600 covers electric signs.
Do I need a shelter or a protective housing?
No, not for the neon itself. The tube and connectors are designed to live bare and exposed. Only the power supply unit benefits from being placed under the eaves, in an outdoor electrical enclosure or indoors if the cable length allows. We document the optimal placement on the installation plan supplied with every order.
What is the real lifespan of an outdoor neon?
Expect 8 to 10 years in direct exposure for an outdoor neon sign, while an indoor neon hung outside gives out much sooner. The LEDs last 100,000 hours. To go further, read our dedicated article on the lifespan of an LED neon, which breaks down the wear factors item by item.
Your outdoor project
Your outdoor project deserves genuine IP65, not a sticker
Send us your brief, your logo or your idea. Firm quote within 24 hours, 3D prototype included, handcrafted to order, signed 3-year warranty.
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