Southern California Sign Blog

Powerful and Effective Signs for your Business

Signs are an excellent way to get your business recognized. In fact, the U.S. Small Business Administration touts about signs being the most effective way to advertise a business. They also state that signs are the most cost-efficient way to advertise your business. 

Firstly, a sign introduces your business to the public. It lets them know where you are and what you do without having to enter blindly or walk past without ever knowing what's inside. The sign outside your business is like a first meeting with your business. Many customers judge your company by what it looks like on the outside including the sign you have out front. Fortunately, a sign can make your business more successful. On the other hand, not having a sign or having a sign that's not adequately advertising the business can cause your company to fail. 

It's apparent that a sign can make or break your business, so that's why you should select a sign company that knows the ins and outs of sign making, advertising and branding. The trio behind The Sign Studio consists of Chris, Bill and Julie, all business logo design and sign experts. Julie Ramirez is the marketing specialist, while Bill Bates is the art director. Together, these two can come up with a solution based on the client's needs and that targets their particular audience. At The Sign Studio, clients become more like friends once they go in for a sign. In fact, Julie says, "“It’s important we get to know our clients…they become our friends. Then we work to design signage that fits the business and captures its personality.”  

Chris Ramirez, specializes in the production and installation of each sign. He does a majority of the fabricating himself in the showroom. Mr. Ramirez monitors any sign needing outsourcing carefully to ensure high quality. 

Since October of 2004, The Sign Studio has been providing banners, window and vehicle graphics, digital menu boards, displays, ready-to-apply (RTA) lettering and graphics as well as ADA-compliant signage. Throughout nearly a decade, they have been working one on one with clients to find sign solutions that fit clients' needs and meet the clients' expectations. 

Let The Sign Studio help you put the right sign forward, especially considering a sign if the first thing someone sees when arriving at your establishment. Serving greater Los Angeles, Burbank, Glendale and Pasadena, these three use state-of-the-art sign-making systems and techniques, so you should contact them today for all of your sign needs. Can your business really afford to lose money over not having a sign or having a poorly executed one?

If you have any questions, please contact The Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send an e-mail to info@signstudiola.com.

Everything You Need To Know About Signs – Voice On The Street

People are visual. When we  see images, we see stories being told that hold more detail than novellas. That is why the old adage, "A picture is worth a thousand words" will always hold true; it's also the reason signage is important for your organization's success. But what story is your sign telling? If you can't elocute a clear answer to this, then you should revisit everything you thought you liked about your signage. Your sign is what people see first; it is their first impression of your business; it is your voice on the street.

To ensure that you have good signage that creates the first impression that you desire, we will explain everything you need to know about signs.

Elements of a sign

The five basic elements of signs are medium, color, message, imagery, and size and placement:

Medium

If your sign cannot survive the conditions it is exposed to, then you will find yourself replacing it very soon. Also, any effects that you would like your sign to have are determined by what it is composed of (you can't make a neon sign out of stone).

It is for these reasons that you should think very carefully about the medium used to construct your signs.

Color

Scientific research completed by psychologists and other human thought process experts has proven that most people react to different colors in very specific ways. Some colors soothe, some increase aggressiveness, some can even make a cool room feel warm--or vice versa). In short, colors send a message; your sign is not exempt from this power, so you should consider the colors that you choose carefully.
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Message

Even though signs are pictures, they usually include words, phrases, and even short sentences. These words should work to quickly assert the sign's purpose and the benefits of your organization, or if your brand is strong enough, it should work to inform people that your business is near (if you aren't sure, then your brand is NOT strong enough).

Imagery

As we said earlier, a picture is worth a thousand words. Even if it is mostly composed a words, your sign is a picture that is attempting to tell a story. The imagery of your sign is so powerful can even overshadow the message itself.

The pictures included, the placement of said pictures, the font of the words, and even the shape of the sign itself all need to be considered when crafting your sign. Make sure that the imagery is not just interesting. It should cater to those whom it will concern (ex: customers). Work with a graphic design team to determine what makes a good sign for you.

Size and placement

In order for the right people to be captivated by the wonderful imagery, colors and message included in your sign, they have to know that it exists. If your sign is huge and right in front of people's faces, they will not be able to see the whole picture, let alone receive the intended message; likewise, if it is too small, then people won't be able to see it clearly--or even notice it. If it is in the wrong place, then none of this matters, because they won't see it at all.

You need well designed AND placed signage for it to work.

Producing your signs

To ensure the quality of all of the sign elements, your signs should be produced by a professional sign maker who knows how to combine them.

To learn more about creating the best sign for your organization, contact The Sign Studio. They are a top sign producer in California.  Please feel free to call (818) 843-9200 or send an e-mail to info@signstudiola.com

This Way In: Lobby Signs For Your Office Make A Lasting Impression

Looking to make a strong first impression in your office or place of business?

One way to accomplish this is by having a well-crafted and designed lobby sign.  Nothing welcomes visitors, promotes your brand and makes a lasting impression like a lobby sign. Take a note next time you see a bad or unsightly produced lobby sign; you’ll agree it shows  unprofessionalism and cheapness.

What exactly constitutes a lobby sign? It’s exactly what the name states; a sign, fixture or stand, generally found in the lobby, entrance or reception area to your business. As with virtually every other type of sign, it is an advertisement, calling card, display and brand promotion all in one. And just like all other branding efforts, your sign should be consistent with your other brand elements; logo, font and overall feel.

Types of Lobby Signs

Lobby signs can be made from a wide array of materials, ranging from the simple to the extremely artistic. These materials include Gatorfoam®, a specially designed foam board, brushed aluminum and Plexiglass, among others. Another option include letters (available in many different fonts) that are “pegged” to the wall, giving an attractive 3D look. This is a particularly popular choice for companies whose name itself (and font style) is its logo.

In addition, these signs can be permanent (mounted to a wall, reception desk or plaque) or temporary (hung from the ceiling, mounted on an easel). This is an especially popular option for companies who use temporary or  “pop-up” office space. It conveys to the public that the same care was used as in a temporary or portable sign that was used in a permanent fixture.

Things to consider

As mentioned earlier, your sign should feature the same brand elements as all of your other collateral. This includes logos, font style and colors (if applicable) that define your company. You want your sign to be one more definable part of your image, not the exception to your brand.

One other thing to consider is how well your lobby sign fits in with the general motif of the space. For example, if all the signs and fixtures in a general area are muted brass, you don’t want a blinking neon outline type of sign that screams “tacky.” Also, the size of your sign should be consistent with the overall environment. A sign that is far larger (or smaller) than others in the same area will stand out, and not in a good way.  Likewise, one that is overwhelming for the space itself (for example, taking up the entire area behind the reception desk) is also something to be avoided. 

If you have any questions or need further help, please do not hesitate to send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com or give us a call at (818) 843-9200. 

Are the Signs for Your Business ADA Compliant? | Sign Studio LA

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was put into place to ensure that persons of varying abilities have equal opportunities. In 1990, the ADA required business owners to place both indoor and outdoor ADA approved signs at their establishments. The act helps people with a disability be able to enjoy your business. Having ADA signs not only helps your business to stay in compliance, but it also ensures the safety of your patrons.

As a business owner, I am sure you are busy with the day-to-day operation of your company. Let us help you take one thing off your plate by providing a brief overview of ADA sign requirements.

Restroom Handicap Signs 

All business establishments must have tactile braille signs displayed at the entrance of their bathrooms. The ADA has established very specific guidelines that must be followed when making a restroom handicap sign. The types of signs available include male, female or family bathroom signs. The dimensions that need to be used are dependent on the type of sign that you choose to use. The signs are made of acrylic with a tactile braille top layer. The signs must include a picture, written words and the words in braille. The braille must be a specific height.  

Reflective Handicap Parking Signs

In addition to having ADA approved signs for your patrons indoors, you must also have handicap parking spaces available. The Americans with Disabilities Act has strict guidelines as to where handicap parking spots can be located. Below are the requirements for outdoor parking ADA signs.

• The sign color must be blue and reflective.
• The International sign of Accessibility must be white. 
• The sign should be no smaller than 70 square inches.
• The bottom of the sign should be exactly 80 inches from the ground.
• The sign should display the fine for parking in the spot illegally.
•  Spots that are approved for vans should have the words “van accessible.”
• Parking lot should have another sign stating that unauthorized vehicles will be towed.

It is imperative that you also look up the requirements on how and where to place the signs after you purchase them. Different types of parking spaces require a different placement of the ADA sign.

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Where to Get ADA Signs

As you can see, there are many requirements you must take into consideration when placing ADA signs in your business. 

When looking for ADA signs, it is best to ensure that you are getting signs that are high in quality. Many businesses that design signs are very well versed in the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements. Don’t risk being non-compliant. Be sure to choose a reputable sign business for your ADA signs.

If you need further information or have any questions, please e-mail us at thesignstudio@sbcglobal.net or give us a call at (818) 843-9200. 

Americans with Disabilities Act "ADA" Bathroom Sign Specifications

The Americans with disabilities act protects individuals with a disability,who are qualified,  from being discriminated against. A qualified individual with a disability is able to perform tasks in a work environment with or without accommodations. Reasonable accommodations made for an employee with a disability includes making a place of business accessible for the person to use. This also involves making certain adjustments to the schedule. Modifications to equipment, devices and examinations are included. Policies, trainings and interpreters are also part of the modifications. Modifications in a facility includes proper sign usage for a person with a disability. 

Specifications for ADA signs

There are certain requirements that ADA signs must meet. Some of these requirements include typography, tactile typography, locations, and mounting heights. When it comes to the typography on the signs, ADA  requires that an acceptable font to be used on all upper case and the font should be raised at least at 1/32". The tactile characters must be san serif. You are not able to make the font italic, oblique, or over decorate it. It is important that the character proportion of the width of the "I" be at 15 percent of the letter height. The width of the "O" should be anywhere from 55 and 110 percent of the height of the upper case "I". You may also want to know that the copy height of the tactile information be at a limit of 5/8 inch and 2 inch. Also the tactile spacing be at a minimum of 1/8 inch and the maximum amount allowed is four times the stroke width. Spacing between the lines of copy have to be at a minimum of 135 percent and the maximum is at 170 percent of the "I".

Braille should be placed underneath the characters. The shape of the braille must be rounded. The grade 2 braille must meet dimension and capitalization ADA standard requirements for accessible design. Some of the tactile typography fonts allowed are Arial, BAV Garde_Normal, Frutiger_Normal, Futura Book, Heletica Neue_Roman, and Myraid Pro(MP). The permanent locations of ID signs should be located at the doorways. Only if there is no room can a sign be placed at the nearest adjacent wall. Signs on double doors have a couple of ways that it can be mounted. One way is that the sign be placed on the door that is not being used. If both doors are being used then the sign should be placed on the right to the door at the right. If the right hand side is occupied with other items, then the nearest adjacent wall will do. Signs are to be mounted at a 48 inches to 60 inches above the ground. 

Symbols on ADA signs

Symbols for visual information is also a ADA requirement. The symbol should be located within 6 inches of  a vertical void and the background should not contain a non-glare finish. Braille and characters cannot occupy the same space as the pictograph. Color should contrast with the raised characters to make it legible for individuals with low vision. It is recommended that international symbols are used. For example the famous wheel chair accessibility symbol. Rest room signs must have a 1/2 inch foam tape. This is to separate the pictogram from the font and on a unisex to separate the male and female symbol.

Handicap Accessible Parking Specifications

A reflective handicap sign for a parking space must be placed 60 inches above the ground, which is measured from the ground up. It is important to meet and be compliant with the ADA standard requirements.  For more information please download parking lot handicap sign specifications.

If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, please give us a call at The
Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com. From Concept to
Finish The Sign Studio is here for you – On time and on budget!

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Vinyl Banner             Adhesive Vinyl                                          Indoor Stands
Banner Blockout       Adhesive Clear / Translucent                      Outdoor Stands
Banner Backlit          Adhesive Window Perf                               Lightbox
Mesh / Smooth         Vehicle Graphics /Wall Graphics                 Sidewalk Signs
Window Static Cling  Floor Graphics                                              
Premium Vinyls                                                                           Signicades
Paper Posters            Reflective Vinyls                                          Plasticades
Scrim Banner            Metallics /Gold / Silver                                 Retractable
Printable Fabrics        Chalk Vinyls                                                Post & Panel Signs
Photo Paper                                                                                Valet Parking Signs
Overlaminates                                                                            Simpo Sign Frames
                                                                                                 Pedistal Signs
                                                                                                 Wind Spinners
                                                                                                  Real Estate Frames
                                                                                                  Trade Show Displays

RIGID SIGNS
Foamcore
Coroplast
PVC Board
OTHER SIGNS
ADA Signs -  Restroom / Handicap  
Parking Signs
Regulatory Signs
Construction Signs
Acrylic Displays
Golf Signs
Commercial Signs
Dimensional Letters
Digital Imaging Signs
Electrical Signs

GEMINI Products
Vista Systems 
Signicade/Plasticade Distributor

The Sign Studio also provides maintenance and service calls
on all signs.  We proved service to the
following areas:

Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Studio City, Century
City, Santa Monica, Culver City, Burbank, Pasadena, Glendale, Tarzana, Woodland
Hills, Anaheim, Arcadia, Alhambra, City of Duarte, West Covina, El Monte,
Toluca Lake, Universal City, La Crescenta, Whittier, Buena Park, San Fernando,
La Canada, Cerritos, City of Lakewood, Glendora, Compton, Long Beach, San Fernando, Sylmar      

Important Signs Your Business Needs - Title 24 Standard Signs

No matter your business or the property you own, if you have guests you are going to receive individuals with all sorts of different physical conditions. These different conditions might require some assistance in determining where to go and what entrances lead to wear. Simple, easy to follow signs are essential for your facility, as not only does it allow anyone who visits your store or place of business the ability to find their desired location, but it also ensures they can retain their self respect and not have to continually ask for assistance and instructions. Providing this small amount of assistance through appropriate signs can greatly improve your interaction with your clients and visitors, which makes them feel more comfortable with your building, in turn increasing the chances of them returning for repeat business with you and your company.

Some of the different important signs you can consider include but are not limited to:

- ADA signs

- Restroom handicap signs

- Braille signs

- Title 24 Signs

ADA signs

ADA, or Americans with Disability Act, is a specific act pact inside the United States to ensure individuals with a disability are able to receive fair treatment and services throughout the country, regardless of the condition they are in. ADA signs are going to allow visitors to your facility, no matter what ailment they might have, navigate through your place of business and fine the necessary services they are seeking. This includes handicap parking signs, directional walkway and ramp signs, not to mention traditional bathroom and facility signs. All of these signs are designed not only to instruct anyone who visits your facility, but those with a disability, so they can freely and easily make it from the parking lot to the interior of the building, all without issue or other problems.

Restroom Handicap Signs

It is important to let individuals know if a bathroom is handicap or not. Someone should not have to wait outside of the bathroom in order to find out if it is handicap accessible or not. With the handicap restroom signs, it is going to allow someone to simply walk up to the bathroom sign and know instantly if they are able to gain access to the restroom or not and if they need to continue looking for a different bathroom. These signs are simple and easy to put up and it does not draw any special attention to it. However, it does allow those with the need of a handicap bathroom the ability to identify such a bathroom and locate one that meets their specific needs.

Braille Signs

Braille is a requirement in many states now and it helps keep your facility compliant with these laws and regulations. It also helps those who have visual disabilities to ability to quickly and easily determine what the door leads to and what they will find on the other side. This way, by the simple addition of braille to the signs, someone can determine what kind of bathroom it is, the room number, what is located behind the door and where they might find a specific service. All of this is designed to help ensure the individual can remain confident in where they are traveling to and what they are looking for.

Title 24

Title 24 covers a large range of areas for your building, but you must comply to everything located inside of Title 24. This includes your signs, the information placed on the signs and how it is used. By receiving Title 24 compliant signs, you can rest assured that everything inside your building is up to code. 

If you have any questions or need further information, please give us a call at The Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com. 

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ADA Information & Approved Sign Requirements From The Sign Studio, LA

The Americans with disabilities act protects individuals with a disability,who are qualified,  from being discriminated against by employment agencies, government, private employers, and labor unions. A qualified individual with a disability is able to perform task in a work environment with or without accommodations. Reasonable accommodations made for an employee with a disability includes making a place of business accessible for the person to use. This also involves making certain adjustments to the schedule. Modifications to equipment, devices and examinations are included. Policies, trainings and interpreters are also part of the modifications. Modifications in a facility includes proper sign usage for a person with a disability. 

Requirements for ADA signs

There are certain requirements that ADA signs must meet. Some of these requirements include typography, tactile typography, locations, and mounting heights. When it comes to the typography on the signs, ADA  requires that an acceptable font to be used on all upper case and the font should be raised at least at 1/32". The tactile characters must be san serif. You are not able to make the font italic, oblique, or over decorate it. It is important that the character proportion of the width of the "I" be at 15 percent of the letter height. The width of the "O" should be anywhere from 55 and 110 percent of the height of the upper case "I". You may also want to know that the copy height of the tactile information be at a limit of 5/8 inch and 2 inch. Also the tactile spacing be at a minimum of 1/8 inch and the maximum amount allowed is four times the stroke width. Spacing between the lines of copy have to be at a minimum of 135 percent and the maximum is at 170 percent of the "I". Braille should be placed underneath the characters. The shape of the braille must be rounded. The grade 2 braille must meet dimension and capitalization ADA standard requirements for accessible design. Some of the tactile typography fonts allowed are Arial, BAV Garde_Normal, Frutiger_Normal, Futura Book, Heletica Neue_Roman, and Myraid Pro(MP). The permanent locations of ID signs should be located at the doorways. Only if there is no room can a sign be placed at the nearest adjacent wall. Signs on double doors have a couple of ways that it can be mounted. One way is that the sign be placed on the door that is not being used. If both doors are being used then the sign should be placed on the right to the door at the right. If the right hand side is occupied with other items, then the nearest adjacent wall will do. Signs are to be mounted at a 48 inches to 60 inches above the ground. 

Symbols on ADA signs

Symbols for visual information is also an ADA requirement. The symbol should be located within 6 inches of  a vertical void and the background should contain a non-glare finish. Braille and characters cannot occupy the same space as the pictograph. Color should contrast with the raised characters to make it legible for individuals with low vision. It is recommended that international symbols are used. For example the famous wheel chair accessibility symbol. Rest room signs must have a 1/2 inch foam tape. This is to separate the pictogram from the font and on a unisex to separate the male and female symbol. A reflective handicap sign for a parking space must be placed 60 inches above the ground, which is measured from the ground up. It is important to meet and be compliant with the ADA standard requirements.

If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to call us at The Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com.

Los Angeles Burbank Sign Company | Show Your Logo Sign OFF

Lobby Signs - Display Your Logo and show it off!

The lobby of your office building is an extremely important place, and you not only want it to give off a vibe of comfort and professionalism, but you also want it to help promote your business, whatever it may be. The fact is, signs are a crucial part of virtually all types of advertising, and well made ones can go a long way towards attracting people to your business. That's why it's so important that you choose the right people to design your lobby signs.

Creativity, aesthetics, and professionalism are all very important aspects of an effective sign. You know as well as I do that a plain old, boring looking black and white sign isn't going to do squat in terms of drawing interest to a business or product. If you're going to put up a lackluster sign to advertise your business, you might as well just fill that lobby space with a couch instead. When getting your sign designed, you really need to get it done by people who truly know what they're doing. Lobby signs and logo signs are a couple of the many specialties offered by The Sign Studio, where they offer a wide variety of signs that they design themselves.

Just remember, if you don't care enough about your sign to get it done by professionals, your potential customers aren't going to care about it either.

If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, please give us a call at The
Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com. From Concept to
Finish The Sign Studio is here for you – On time and on budget!

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Vinyl Banner             Adhesive Vinyl                                          Indoor Stands
Banner Blockout       Adhesive Clear / Translucent                      Outdoor Stands
Banner Backlit          Adhesive Window Perf                               Lightbox
Mesh / Smooth         Vehicle Graphics /Wall Graphics                 Sidewalk Signs
Window Static Cling  Floor Graphics                                              
Premium Vinyls                                                                           Signicades
Paper Posters            Reflective Vinyls                                          Plasticades
Scrim Banner            Metallics /Gold / Silver                                 Retractable
Printable Fabrics        Chalk Vinyls                                                Post & Panel Signs
Photo Paper                                                                                Valet Parking Signs
Overlaminates                                                                            Simpo Sign Frames
                                                                                                 Pedistal Signs
                                                                                                 Wind Spinners
                                                                                                  Real Estate Frames
                                                                                                  Trade Show Displays

RIGID SIGNS
Foamcore
Coroplast
PVC Board
OTHER SIGNS
ADA Signs -  Restroom / Handicap  
Parking Signs
Regulatory Signs
Construction Signs
Acrylic Displays
Golf Signs
Commercial Signs
Dimensional Letters
Digital Imaging Signs
Electrical Signs

GEMINI Products
Vista Systems 
Signicade/Plasticade Distributor

The Sign Studio also provides maintenance and service calls
on all signs.  We proved service to the
following areas:

Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Studio City, Century
City, Santa Monica, Culver City, Burbank, Pasadena, Glendale, Tarzana, Woodland
Hills, Anaheim, Arcadia, Alhambra, City of Duarte, West Covina, El Monte,
Toluca Lake, Universal City, La Crescenta, Whittier, Buena Park, San Fernando,
La Canada, Cerritos, City of Lakewood, Glendora, Compton, Long Beach, San Fernando, Sylmar      

ADA Restroom Signs – Common Types That Help Your Business.

Remaining ADA compliant in your business is easy with ADA signs from The Sign Studio.  Not only is compliance required by law, the added benefit of properly placed signs in your office or store can actually enhance sales and client/customer experience by creating a friendly environment for all your clients or customers.

Women's - this sign features a graphic image of a female person and is placed immediately outside the women's restroom door.  Braille writing (ADA Tactile & Braille Signage Code compliant) is available.

Room Locator - this sign, features graphic depictions of either a man and woman on the same sign or as sperate gender specific signs followed by a locator arrow.

ISA Restroom signs

The Sign Studio regularly reviews the laws and regulations to insure their ADA signs are always compliant with the most up to date standards and regulations.

If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, please give us a call at The
Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com. From Concept to
Finish The Sign Studio is here for you – On time and on budget!

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Vinyl Banner             Adhesive Vinyl                                          Indoor Stands
Banner Blockout       Adhesive Clear / Translucent                      Outdoor Stands
Banner Backlit          Adhesive Window Perf                               Lightbox
Mesh / Smooth         Vehicle Graphics /Wall Graphics                 Sidewalk Signs
Window Static Cling  Floor Graphics                                              
Premium Vinyls                                                                           Signicades
Paper Posters            Reflective Vinyls                                          Plasticades
Scrim Banner            Metallics /Gold / Silver                                 Retractable
Printable Fabrics        Chalk Vinyls                                                Post & Panel Signs
Photo Paper                                                                                Valet Parking Signs
Overlaminates                                                                            Simpo Sign Frames
                                                                                                 Pedistal Signs
                                                                                                 Wind Spinners
                                                                                                  Real Estate Frames
                                                                                                  Trade Show Displays

RIGID SIGNS
Foamcore
Coroplast
PVC Board
OTHER SIGNS
ADA Signs -  Restroom / Handicap  
Parking Signs
Regulatory Signs
Construction Signs
Acrylic Displays
Golf Signs
Commercial Signs
Dimensional Letters
Digital Imaging Signs
Electrical Signs

GEMINI Products
Vista Systems 
Signicade/Plasticade Distributor

The Sign Studio also provides maintenance and service calls
on all signs.  We proved service to the
following areas:

Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Studio City, Century
City, Santa Monica, Culver City, Burbank, Pasadena, Glendale, Tarzana, Woodland
Hills, Anaheim, Arcadia, Alhambra, City of Duarte, West Covina, El Monte,
Toluca Lake, Universal City, La Crescenta, Whittier, Buena Park, San Fernando,
La Canada, Cerritos, City of Lakewood, Glendora, Compton, Long Beach, San Fernando, Sylmar      

Los Angeles Sign Company | The Best Sign & Banner Design Fonts

Arial Black
Arial Black is one of the most common fonts to use on a banner.
It’s plain, basic block lettering, and it’s very easy to read. If you have a
lot of words or letters to fit on a small banner, it might not work as well as…

Impact
Impact. This is a very bold block lettering font, but it is much narrower
left to right than Arial Black. It’s still one of the best fonts for banners,
but it lets you squeeze a little more information onto your banner. (See how we
were able to include the area code, even at the same font size as the Arial
Black banner?)

Cooper Black
Cooper Black is a good compromise between friendly and professional, so it
works well for a small business banner font. It’s got very big bold letters
like Arial Black, but it’s more rounded. Not everyone likes the way the numbers
are offset, though.

Arial
Arial and Times New Roman are good if you have several lines of less
important text on your banner. Try to use a bolder banner font for your
headline, then use these fonts for the less-important details. As you can see
here, Arial is a little narrow to use for headline text.

Save Times New Roman for longer paragraphs. If you are including bullets or short
phrases on your banner, Arial is usually a little easier to read because of its clean appearance.

Cancun is another very big, bold font that’s good for banner headlines. It
only allows you to type in uppercase, so reserve it for short words or phrases.
It has a tropical beachy feel that’s good for celebrations or sale banners.

Last but not least, Stencil is a great font for bold headlines. It gives a
very strong, military feel to a banner and has all capital letters like Cancun.

Worst fonts for banners

Some fonts look great on stationery, but they just don’t work for larger formats.
Here are some of the top fonts to avoid when designing a banner:

If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, please give us a call at The
Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com. From Concept to
Finish The Sign Studio is here for you – On time and on budget!

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Vinyl Banner             Adhesive Vinyl                                          Indoor Stands
Banner Blockout       Adhesive Clear / Translucent                      Outdoor Stands
Banner Backlit          Adhesive Window Perf                               Lightbox
Mesh / Smooth         Vehicle Graphics /Wall Graphics                 Sidewalk Signs
Window Static Cling  Floor Graphics                                              
Premium Vinyls                                                                           Signicades
Paper Posters            Reflective Vinyls                                          Plasticades
Scrim Banner            Metallics /Gold / Silver                                 Retractable
Printable Fabrics        Chalk Vinyls                                                Post & Panel Signs
Photo Paper                                                                                Valet Parking Signs
Overlaminates                                                                            Simpo Sign Frames
                                                                                                 Pedistal Signs
                                                                                                 Wind Spinners
                                                                                                  Real Estate Frames
                                                                                                  Trade Show Displays

RIGID SIGNS
Foamcore
Coroplast
PVC Board
OTHER SIGNS
ADA Signs -  Restroom / Handicap  
Parking Signs
Regulatory Signs
Construction Signs
Acrylic Displays
Golf Signs
Commercial Signs
Dimensional Letters
Digital Imaging Signs
Electrical Signs

GEMINI Products
Vista Systems 
Signicade/Plasticade Distributor

The Sign Studio also provides maintenance and service calls
on all signs.  We proved service to the
following areas:

Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Studio City, Century
City, Santa Monica, Culver City, Burbank, Pasadena, Glendale, Tarzana, Woodland
Hills, Anaheim, Arcadia, Alhambra, City of Duarte, West Covina, El Monte,
Toluca Lake, Universal City, La Crescenta, Whittier, Buena Park, San Fernando,
La Canada, Cerritos, City of Lakewood, Glendora, Compton, Long Beach, San Fernando, Sylmar