Hello and welcome to FootSteps in the Past! The item we are offering is a wonderful handmade wood business sign. It is mounted on a painted 3/8 inch plywood backer board with 1/4 inch laser cut plywood letters. Complete with solid wood frame. The lettering is not painted on, they are plywood letters that stand off of the board. Please see photos. **HANGING HARDWARE IS NOT INCLUDED** We do not include or sell hanging hardware. It is up to the customer to install the hardware that is appropriate for their own needs. If hanging the sign by the top, please make sure the hooks go through the frame and into the sign body. We are not responsible for damage if it is not hung correctly. We suggest a water, repellent RAINCOAT upgrade for an outdoor sign you can find this upgrade here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/756245474/rain-coat-upgrade-for-our-signs?ga_search_query=rain&ref=shop_items_search_1&frs=1&crt=1 **YOU WILL RECEIVE A MOCK UP OF THE SIGN FOR APPROVAL, PLEASE WATCH FOR MESSAGES AND/OR EMAILS AND CHECK YOUR SPAM FOLDERS** Apothecary Pharmacy Large Custom Sign Over-sized Rustic Business Logo Wood Laser Cut Out 3D Extra Large Sign Gold Scroll Navy