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Signs for your business create the unique opportunity for 24/7 advertising that can't be turned off or thrown away. The following tips can help make your sign buying decision easier.
- Keep it Simple!
Design your sign so that the graphics and text are large, easy to see and can be read in just a few seconds.
- Include Color Graphics.
Pictures and Logos add a sense of uniqueness and creativity that's likely to get the attention of a passerby much faster than a simple text sign.
- Use Contrast.
In the next section we have a color selector tool to help you understand how contrast between the letters and the background can greatly increase a sign's visibility.
- Learn the Rules.
Many cities, neighborhoods, and/or business centers have special sign requirements for size, color etc. The experts at Signs First can help guide you through the regulations to find a good choice for your sign need.
Arm Yourself!
We want to help you make an educated decision about your signage needs before you even talk to one of our employees. Use this section to arm yourself with the science of sign design.
Color Selector
In the sign world, contrast is key to visibility. The following section can help you determine which color combinations will best suit your needs.
Visibility Chart
This quick, easy chart can help you understand the relationship between letter size and readability.
MAXIMUM READABLE DISTANCE |
READABLE DISTANCE FOR MAXIMUM IMPACT |
LETTER HEIGHT |
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100' |
30' |
3" |
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150' |
40' |
4" |
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200' |
60' |
6" |
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350' |
80' |
8" |
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400' |
100' |
9" |
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450' |
100' |
10" |
|
525' |
120' |
12" |
|
630' |
150' |
15" |
|
750' |
180' |
18" |
|
1,000' |
240' |
24" |
|
1,250' |
300' |
30" |
|
1,500' |
360' |
36" |
|
1,750' |
420' |
42" |
|
2,000' |
480' |
48" |
|
2,250' |
540' |
54" |
|
2,500' |
600' |
60" |
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