Whether you need markers outside of your business or in, coroplast signs are an excellent choice for short term signage needs. They are made from multifunctional materials and are a simple and affordable way to get your message out. And, the coroplast signs Los Angeles can get from The Sign Studio are quite lightweight and can stand up to what the local weather can throw at them.

What Is Coroplast?

Whenever we recommend coroplast, we inevitably get the question, “What are coroplast signs?” Contrary to popular belief, it is not plastic surgery for your heart. Coroplast is short for “corrugated plastic.” It is mainly used to create signs that market your message to prospective clients. They are designed to grab the attention of a consumer with the hopes of getting them to sign up, come to your storefront, ask questions, or follow up with some other call to action.

Some of the main uses for coroplast signs are for yard signs that contractors can place at jobsites as well as for voters to show off which candidates or issues they support as election time nears. Here are some other uses:

• House for Sale or Open House signs
• Company information advertisements
• Special event signage
• Specials and menus outside of a restaurant
• Political campaigns
• Garage sales
• Directional signs
• And any other marketing needs

Are Coroplast Signs Easy to Assemble?

Where you will be displaying your coroplast sign will determine how it is set up. You may want to attach your sign to thin poles or stakes that are driven into the ground for sturdiness if you have a yard sign. The sign could also potentially be installed to the exterior of a building. When using these signs indoors, you can use Velcro, double sided tape, or suction cups if applied to a window. This is easy to do on your own, or we can help you out.

Make Your Coroplast Signs Stand Out

There are several methods for making your coroplast signs stand out. To make sure they are easy to read, the colors of the background and words should contrast. If you really need passersby to see your sign from far away, try bold words that really pop.

Place your coroplast sign in a location that is easy for the public to see. For example, if you are putting your sign along a busy road that does not get much foot traffic, consider having a double-sided marker installed perpendicular to the road so drivers from either direction can easily read it.

Finally, you should avoid trying to stuff too much information into your sign. You will likely only have the attention of passersby for a couple seconds, so you want to make certain they can extract the important information quickly.

Coroplast Signs in a Hurry

One of the most trusted sign shops in Los Angeles is The Sign Studio. We can provide you with any number of inexpensive coroplast signs. We handle every step of the process from design and fabrication to installation if you need it. Contact our friendly experts today to get coroplast signs for you enterprise!

Were you aware that there are more than 100,000 typefaces, or fonts, to pick from? And, every day, there are new ones being created. This can make choosing the right typeface for your company quite difficult. The rest of your branding will typically be affected by the font you pick. You generally want to stay consistent across all of your marketing materials, including newsletters, graphics, logos, and so on. Since this small aspect will deeply affect how people see your business, how do you choose the best typefaces for business signs in Los Angeles?

Less Is More

Sometimes your best option is simple signage. Easy to read, classic typefaces are considered best for professional establishments that warrant prestige and respect. You might even attract the most attention by picking a simple font for your signage if you have many environmental distractions around your storefront.

Due to their clarity, Sans fonts are a popular option. There are virtually limitless alternatives that can reflect your desire to be professional, playful, large, strong, theatrical, petite, or industrial within the realm of Sans-type fonts. Go with what works best for your industry. For instance, you should rethink your typeface if your font is petite and you run a fitness center. You need to reflect playfulness if you are a rec center. And, you need to reflect professionalism with your law firm’s font.

Here is are some helpful fonts based on your business type:

• Fashion - Allura, Sacramento, Josefin Slab, and IM Fell English
• Technology and Industrial - Megrim, Oswald, PT Sans, Allerta Stencil, Six Caps, and Julius Sans One
• Education, Law, Finance, and Health - Helvetica, Times New Roman, Aleo, Libra Baskerville, and Cinzel

Special Effects

There are additional adjustments you should consider once you have settled on a legible typeface. This includes embossed lettering, which creates a lifting effect. Or, you can give letters the illusion that they are glowing by trying a shadowed effect. Another popular option is outlining.

You may also want to modify the spacing between letters, which is known as “kerning.” This can change the look of a word dramatically and make it easier to read. In addition, you can change the size of the sign you will need by adjusting the letter spacing.

Overall, you need to ask yourself a few questions:

• Does this font and effect enhance the visual experience?
• Does it fit our industry?
• Is it a good representation of our company culture?

Your typeface will need to be balanced with the contrasting background color as well as the sign shape and size. You will draw clients in with a well designed sign crafted with colors and fonts that reflect your product or service.

Does this all sound a little overwhelming? Don’t worry! The expert graphic designers at The Sign Studio have years of experience choosing fonts and creating signs that make your enterprise shine. If you need help picking a typeface that best suits your company or you have one and just need signage, contact us today for a free consultation and quote!

A majority of retail purchases can be attributed to their visual presentation in stores. For instance, your window displays have the potential to catch the attention of consumers, reel them in, and close the sale. However, every retailer should keep a few key points in mind as they are designing their marketing campaign. To help you out, The Signs Studio has put together these four tips for effective visual sign marketing Los Angeles enterprises can benefit from.

1. Provide Contrast

Contrast is not only important for getting your message across, it is also required for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) signs. You want to ensure your message contrasts with the background. This includes material texture contrast along with color contrast. For instance, you would not top a glossy background with a metal frame. To make your important information stand out, consider making your backgrounds repeated or a slightly duller color.

2. Avoid Clutter

You need to keep your display uncluttered and simple, since the human mind has a limited focus and attention span. This involves making good use of negative space, or empty space. Trying to show too much at the same time is a common mistake. Avoiding clutter includes using standard shapes. Our Vista Systems sign frames are perfect for this. They are designed to display information in an easy to read, logical format.

3. Grab Attention with a Main Element

This is known as the “Pyramid Method” of advertising. You catch the eyes of passersby with a clear and focused element at the top of your marker. You then reveal more information in order of importance. You commonly see this on posters promoting concerts and performing arts events. Signicade A-frames were designed for this purpose.

4. Repeat Your Branding

Individually, your signage may not do much to build your brand. However, when your logo is plastered across multiple media repeatedly, you will build name recognition over time. This is why it is important to keep your branding consistent and to put it on all of your marketing materials from bathroom signs to vehicle graphics. If you want to flash your logo around town, coroplast signs are an excellent option. These inexpensive markers work well on street corners, on jobsites, and in people’s yards.

Finally, you should always choose a good company to help carry out your marketing campaigns. After all, any plan is only as good as its execution. What may seem great in your head or on paper needs to also look good in your store.

Are you ready to get started? The Sign Studio excels at visual marketing. In addition to providing ADA, Vista Systems, Signicade, and coroplast signs, The Sign Studio can create custom graphics for your markers. With our Pantone Matching System, we can perfectly replicate your business’s colors for your signage to keep your branding consistent. Plus, our design team can create images that will really pop.

If you would like to learn more, contact us today for a free quote and consultation.

For over 60 years, Plasticade has been a leading manufacturer of products that help companies grow. They have been so successful because their sign frames offer safety, promotional opportunities, and comfort for consumers and businesses alike. They also focus on developing processes that make their signage sustainable. This is why The Sign Studio is proud to carry Plasticade Sign Solutions for Los Angeles.

What Does Plasticade Have to Offer?

Though just about any enterprise can benefit from the sign frames Plasticade supplies, retailers will especially find their line of products helpful. Here is a sample of some of the bestsellers:

• Signicade – The classic Signicade comes in seven different colors and can receive metal, plastic, or vinyl sheeting sign blanks. There are also miniature versions that work great on tables or countertops as point of purchase signs. Acrylic cover sheets come with the unit to keep paper signs clean.
• Wind Signs – Do not let the wind dictate who can and cannot see your message. With wind signs, your marker will never blow over. You just fill the base with water or sand. Springs attach the sign to the base and return it to an upright position.
• Sidewalk Sign – Sidewalk signs can display two messages at once on each side of the unit. This is an affordable and heavy duty option that can be stored easily. To deter theft, there are molded in tie down holes for chaining or wiring the base.
• Econo Classic – This A-frame sign is one of the most inexpensive ways to display your sales, promotions, or other information. A stabilizing brace prevents closing of the sign face as well as adding a spot for a securing sandbag or other weight.
• Message Boards – These corrugated plastic (coroplast) A-frame message boards come with tracks permanently attached and an indexed box for letter storage. The letter set contains more than 300 numbers and letters plus “SPECIAL” and “SALE” headers.
• Marker Boards – These come in A-frame and single panel varieties. You can write your own message using the set of five neon wet erase markers that come with this unit. Plus, the markers can stand up to rain or other liquids without rubbing off. Instead, it comes off with glass cleaner.
• And the list goes on.

The Sign Studio Carries Plasticade

Whether you need yard signs or A-frame and sidewalk signs, Los Angeles businesses can turn to The Sign Studio for Plasticade signage. We take their sign frames and customize them for your purposes. With the Quick-Change technology, you can change out your message by just sliding it in, and it stays securely in place. There is no need for adhesive. Plasticade provides you with the frame, and we supply you with the inserts. We can custom print your message on any material. We can even include your company name, logo, and colors to help with your brandings.

Are you ready to learn more about Plasticade sign solutions for your business? Contact The Sign Studio today for a free, no string attached consultation.

Consumers are doing more and more research before making purchases these days. This presents a challenge to many of the brick and mortar stores trying to get by in the age of the internet. When it comes to making purchases, it is a golden age for customers with so much flexibility and so many alternatives available to them. However, for business owners, it is getting more and more difficult to keep up with all of the competition online and locally.

Impulse Buying Signage!

A significant chunk of the consumer spending pie can be attributed to impulse buying. About 33 percent of all shoppers make a sizeable impulse purchase each week. These items have a median value of $30. This is where brick and mortar stores have the competitive edge over e-commerce sites. In fact, 40 percent of customers spend more money than planned in actual stores. This is compared to 25 percent impulse shopping online. So, how do you get a piece of this impulse buying?

Well, a significant margin of sales for many businesses can actually be attributed to their POP signs. Los Angeles retailers have the opportunity to control the shopper’s experience, and signage is the way to do it.

Visibility Is Key

The first and most important detail in getting customers to loosen their purse strings is to have them see your product. But, how is this done? Eye-catching signs announcing promos and sales are still the tried and true method for getting your merchandise noticed. For this, you must pick your color palette carefully. For example, yellow and red have demonstrated their ability to attract attention, but what you choose may vary based on your audience or product.

Use Psychology to Your Advantage

By pressing the right consumer button, you can make your impulse purchases more noticeable. We recommend trying the following with your signs:

• Demonstrate Value – With generous offers, you can make patrons see they are getting a great deal. For example, many big name retailers have begun offering “Buy two, get two” sales. This often gets shoppers spending more than they would have otherwise.
• Show off New Items – Consumers love to be the first to have something. This is why people wait in line overnight to get the latest iPhone. They are called “early adopters.” Help these shoppers out by clearly labeling your newest products with sharp, vibrant signage.
• Inspire a Sense of Urgency – Through limited time promotions, you can trigger people’s sense of urgency. For instance, many of our clients have “Today Only” sale signs to make impulse shopping more compelling.

Whether it is custom vinyl banners or full color digitally print posters, The Sign Studio can help you with your impulse purchase signs. Los Angeles businesses come to us when they are looking to boost sales because they know that quality signage pays for itself. And, we have the experience to recommend solutions that will make any sales campaign successful.

If you are ready to take your marketing to the next level, contact The Signs Studio today for a free consultation and quote.

When you are done for the day, is there a way to keep marketing your remodeling company? What about your HVAC, plumbing, or roofing business? With contractor yard signs, Burbank, CA enterprises can build their brand after hours. Many contractors like the idea of being able to advertise on holidays, over weekends, and when inclement weather keeps them off of the jobsite for the day.

Different Designs for Yard Signs

There are a broad range of looks for contractor yard signs. Most commonly feature a logo, a niche reference, the contact telephone number, and of course the company name. The name and logo typically take center stage with a phone number in large font at the bottom of the signage. Another option is to deemphasize the logo and name to draw attention to your phone number and niche. This is up to you. We can work to enhance the name recognition of your firm by incorporating the artwork from flyers you have been handing out into the yard sign.

Do Contractor Yard Signs Last Long?

Of course! An aluminum frame construction is used for all-weather yard signs. The longevity of coroplast (corrugated plastic) is showcased in other signs. Your message can be printed directly to the marker or onto vinyl that is then attached to the sign. You will be pleasantly surprised at the number of alternatives available to you for making a memorable sign that is one of a kind.

How Do Yard Signs Work?

Ask for permission to display some of your yard markers when you are hired to do a contracting job. General contractors and homeowners are typically amenable to requests like this. Then, you want to make sure that your signage is facing the street. For situations where it is more advantageous to place a sign where it can be seen by drivers, many contractors prefer to use double sided yard signs.

Other Options for Boosting Marketing for Contractors

The key to building your brand is to gain as many visual impressions as possible. This is done by presenting a consistent logo and message using as many different forms of signage and media as possible. As people see your company name, colors, and logo, you build brand recognition. With this comes trust, and consumers are likelier to think of you when they need your services.

In the same vein, another popular option for contractors to get their brand out there is with contractor truck lettering and vehicle graphics. Your treated fleet of trucks can market your enterprise as you drive to and from jobsites as well as while you are parked at your latest project.

Wherever you are working, market your company. By having contractor yard signs during your time working at a location, you can stay at the forefront of neighbors’ minds. Plus, yard signs help you utilize your best advertising tool: the actual work you have performed. Put a name with a job well done by contacting The Sign Studio for a free consultation and quote on contractor yard signs today.

Just about all public buildings in Burbank are required to have adequate accessibility and ADA signage. This includes signs in your parking lots as well as outside of your building and in. Fortunately, we are the top supplier of ADA and accessibility signs Burbank has to offer. We have the most innovative and highest quality portfolio of products to help your business meet the regulations set out by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) along with the stringent local ordinances. Plus, we can create custom solutions for any job thanks to our fabrication process.

Here are some ADA and accessibility signs that you may not have considered for your enterprise:

Rescue Area Signs

These are also known as “severe weather signs.” They are used to direct people of different abilities to safe areas. These simple to understand markers share information on weather emergency procedures as well as identify storm shelters and evacuation routes. We also have area of refuge signs where those visitors to your building with disabilities can wait for assistance in an emergency.

Pool / Spa Lift Signs

Pool / spa lift signs state instructions and rules for using ADA required pool lift equipment. According to the ADA Standards for Accessible Design, which went into effect in 2012, swimming pools must have more than one accessible means of entry. This includes at least one sloped entry or pool lift. Spas must have a pool lift, transfer wall, or transfer system. This signage helps those with disabilities access these amenities.

Service Animal and Pet Rules Signs

The ADA requires organizations and businesses that serve the general public to let those people with disabilities bring their service animals into all parts of a building where customers and other patrons are allowed. Not all pets are service animals. With the appropriate signage, you can make it clear that service animals are welcome but that other pets are not.

California Title 24 Restroom Signs

California imposes tougher regulations on businesses than the ADA does. For example, it requires that doors leading to men’s bathrooms have an equilateral triangle that is a quarter inch thick and has edges of twelve inches long. Women’s bathrooms must have a circle with similar dimensions. We are well versed on the CA Title 24 requirements and can outfit your establishment accordingly.

And Many More…

Here are some other signage alternatives that we also supply:

• Medical and Pregnancy
• ADA Braille Restroom Signs
• Parking Accessibility
• Accessible Facilities – ADA Braille and Engraved
• Accessibility Assistance

ADA and Accessibility Signage for All Industries

Whether you are looking for specific OSHA stickers, Braille restroom signs, custom or general labels or signs, or accessible parking signs for your company, The Sign Studio will help you save money and time. All of our ADA and accessibility markers are manufactured in the United States and made from high quality materials. We have a comprehensive line of durable headers and application specific signs with Spanish, English, and bilingual language alternatives.

Are you ready to make your facilities more welcoming for people of all abilities? If so, contact The Sign Studio to get started with a free consultation!

Almost every work atmosphere has industrial hazards. You can help keep visitors to your building as well as employees safe by utilizing simple to understand hazard warning signs. At The Sign Studio, we pride ourselves on having a comprehensive selection of industrial and hazard safety signs for Los Angeles. In this entry, we will cover some of our most popular markers.

Construction Signs

There are a broad range of construction situations that call for safety labels and signs. These include lead hazards, buried gas lines and cables, PPE reminders and hazard warnings, and truss demolition, renovation, and construction.

Hazardous Waste Labels

All of the hazardous waste labels we offer are printed on glossy vinyl. They are then covered with a clear layer of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) to make them chemical, UV, and scratch resistant. With the permanent adhesive, they are simple to peel and stick yourself, or we can install the signage for you. Both individual labels and economical multi-packs are available.

Wet Floor Stands and Cones

If you do not identify potential slip and fall hazards in your workplace, you are leaving yourself open to worker’s comp claims or lawsuits. To identify spills, recently mopped areas, and other wet floor hazards throughout your building, use folding floor signs, stackable cones, and more. An ounce of prevention is worth thousands of dollars in legal fees.

Days without Injury Signs

Also known as safety scoreboards, days without injury signs serve as positive reinforcement for your workers. These signs show up to date incident data. There are two main styles. Electronic digital signs can feature colorful safety slogans as well as display your company name. Dry erase aluminum signs are cost effective and come in three sizes. These markers bring a sense of pride to the jobsite and show that safety measures are effective.

And the List Goes on…

The many alternatives available are too numerous to go into too much detail, but some other options include

• Safety tape
• Multi-lingual safety signs
• Underground utility labels, markers, and signs
• Tip / climbing hazard
• Spill clean-up and control
• Safety slogan signs
• Safety banners
• RF / Microwave
• Personal safety and hygiene
• Machine safety
• Lockout and maintenance
• Laser signs
• Made in the USA
• Hot and burn hazard
• Hard hat labels
• Food safety / kitchen signs
• Floor capacity
• Emergency shut off / stop
• Elevator / escalator signs
• Crane safety signs

We Offer Solutions for Every Industry

Whether you are looking for specific OSHA / ANSI stickers, custom or general labels or signs for your company, or constructions signs, you will save time and money when you contact The Sign Studio. All of our industrial and hazard signs are made from top quality materials and manufactured in the United States. We offer a full line of heavy duty headers and application specific signs with English, bilingual, and Spanish language options.

Are you ready to boost the safety of your workplace? Or, do you need to update your old, worn out signs? Contact The Sign Studio today for a free and quick consultation and quote.

For sign shops around the world, Vista System sign fames are the favorite alternative when modular signs are needed. These frames were specifically created for wayfinding, informational, and promotional applications. Whether used in churches, offices, retail stores, schools, libraries, hospitals, or any other establishment, the Vista System product line is ideally suited for any atmosphere. Below, we will break down the new Vista System signage products for Los Angeles.

Vista System Wall Frames

Vista frame extrusions work great for creating wall mounted signs. They can take any flexible, flat substrate for a curved face design. We can print your message on paper or vinyl and incorporate it into the wall frame.

The 2015 product line of wall frames is packed full of options. One popular add-on is brochure holders. These provide for a professional, organized way to disseminate information. If your business is located within an office complex, the wall frames work great for displaying your company name, logo, and hours of operation.

Directories

Do customers have a hard time finding their way around your building? With how quickly and inexpensively we can design and install Vista directories for your facilities, there is no reason for this. Once we install the directory, it is easy for you to change out inserts as tenants change. We can even professionally print the inserts for you. There are new directory designs that can be wall mounted or freestanding.

Suspended Signs

To create a wide array of horizontally curved, double sided suspended signs, Vista System’s standard sign profile is utilized with specially designed end caps. Sign inserts can be made from any flat flexible substrate, and clear, matte lenses are available with the suspended signs to reduce glare from interior lighting. These signs are ideal for wayfinding purposes in larger buildings.

Double-Sided Pylons

Double sided pylons are one of the most versatile markers in the Vista System portfolio. They are great for lobbies, directories, displays, and showrooms in any environment, such as campuses, hospitals, parking garages, libraries, office buildings, airports, and so on. Best of all, they can be used both inside and outside of your facility. With the new product line, you can even use the double sided pylons as affordable monument signs.

Custom MCFT Signage Solutions

We can supply you with just about any signage with MCFT technology. When you have a special application, we can work with Vista System to design the customized marker you need, whether it is wall mounted, standalone, or has unique specifications. We can even incorporating internal lighting.

If you are curious in learning more about what Vista System has to offer, check out their latest presentation. Vista also has table stands, blade signs, triangular pylons, and much more.

After an initial consultation in which we find out your vision and goals, we can recommend the best Vista System modular sign products. Los Angeles businesses can count on us to print top quality graphics to go into the frames and then install the signage so it will make an impact.

Contact The Sign Studio today for a free quote and consultation on Vista System solutions for your enterprise.

A necessary part of the wayfinding sign strategy for most offices and buildings is having the appropriate custom ADA signs for Los Angeles. Though you may just get the signage to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and local ordinances, keep in mind that your ADA signage does not need to be boring.

Your company’s brand and ADA compliance go hand in hand. The standard blue and white signs that are often used to satisfy these requirements are no longer an option for businesses that want to stand out. Of course, signage that follows the rules laid out by the ADA must be in any building where products and services are offered to the public, including shopping malls, museums, hospitals, restaurants, libraries, hotels, banks, and retail stores. However, not all ADA signs are the same.

ADA Signs that Match Your Other Marketing Materials

Your wayfinding signage can maintain accessibility requirements while incorporating sophisticated design when you use layered graphics, custom shapes, textures, and printed backgrounds. You can pick from a virtually limitless list of materials, such as acrylics of any color, aluminum, custom backgrounds, and wood. All of these will integrate seamlessly with the visual and tactile requirements of ADA markers. For a fully finished look, include standoffs or frames.

When assessing the design possibilities of your ADA signage, you first need to understand the limits and rules behind the ADA. The requirements fall into three categories. Permanent spaces and rooms have the strictest requirements. The following specifications must be met by signs that designate elevators, restrooms, room names or numbers, and exits:

• High degree of contrast between the foreground and the background
• Raised letters in an ADA friendly font and, in some instances, a raised pictogram
• A matte, non-reflective finish on pictograms, backgrounds, and raised letters
• Grade II braille

Wayfinding and directional signs do not need to have braille or raised letters. However, they do need to be high contrast and non-reflective. In addition, ADA guidelines do not need to be met by signs that change often, including room occupancies and building directories. But, this is still helpful for visitors to your building with disabilities.

We Work with the Requirements

At first, these rules and regulations may sound overwhelming. Fortunately, at The Sign Studio, we have plenty of experience creating ADA signs to boost your brand in LA. If your company’s typeface branding does not meet ADA regulations, we can help you find a font that both meets ADA guidelines and matches your corporate identity.

As long as there is a contrast between the background and the content, color combinations for these signs are seemingly endless. There are no rules governing mounting devices or frames. Plus, with layered signage and custom cut backgrounds, you can make a distinct impression.

Are you unsure about what ADA signs you need? No problem! We work with a Certified Access Specialist to determine exactly what you need to be legal. Contact us today for a free consultation.