I was wondering if any of you experienced sign people could fill me in on a cheap way to get into outdoor signs. I do not have the money to put into the commonly used sign materials(HDU) or have them readily available in my area. For this reason I want to stick to something I can get at Lowes or HD. Maybe glue up 2x4's or has anyone tried mdf. I have a friend wanting me to help him with a sign for a salon he and his wife owns. I would like to do some raised letters on a back ground to give it some dimension. Thanks for any help!

Doug