One type of green neon has already disappeared. As longtime neon makers retire and fewer people learn the trade, an iconic American craft faces an uncertain future. WSJ explores why preserving neon is about more than keeping old signs illuminated.
Chapters:
0:00 The iconic neon signs
1:40 How neon tubes are made
3:32 Recreating colors
5:24 LED vs. neon: glass bending
8:15 The future of neon
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