This sign is beautiful with the middle board painted in either Teal or Blue with white lettering. All my signs are secured with wood glue and nails. Each sign comes with D hooks for hanging. Each sign is top coated with General Finished Matte finish. Outdoor topcoat is available, which would have to be specially ordered. Since I custom make my signs using reclaimed wood, each sign has natural imperfections such as knots, nicks and holes. Each sign is one of a kind and will vary slightly in colors as the wood takes our finishing stains/paint differently.