Posted by Tom Humphries on Mon, Jul 05, 2010 @ 10:59 PM
Walk through many lobbies, and you'll find directory signs that are shocking, nameplates falling down or font issues that look horrible. These are often created by someone who doesn't specialize in lobby signage. It's important to hire someone who makes an art out of directory signage. Remember, directory signs are ultimately a reflection on your business; make sure that image is a good one with professionally crafted directory signs.
Chances are when someone is frantically consulting directory signs, it means one thing, they are late. They don't have time to sift through crowded names and information. It's important that letters not be stacked too close together. Spacing is important, as is organization. Leave plenty of room for the text. 
Lobby signs should have an organizational flow that is easy to look at and information should be available at a glance. Otherwise, your directory signage is too obtuse and confusing.
Clearly defined categories are important to the organization of directory signs. These should be easy to understand at a glance, with more important details to follow. Once the category has been determined, the reader can then find the specific office or contact they are looking for.
Your directory sign is the first thing people see when they walk into your business. Your visitors will probably give your directory signs more scrutiny than your average commercial sign, and creating a positive impression is important. Lobby signs welcome visitors to a location. They reflect the grace and professionalism of a company. Directory signs need to be well designed and appealing because they act as permanent representatives of your company. Effective directory signage conveys a professional reputation.
Don't forget about the effectiveness of color when it comes to your lobby signage. Color can help set your directory signs apart, as well as help organize and separate categories and information so that it is more understandable and easier to navigate. If you need to match colors to your particular logo, no problem. Color helps set lobby signs apart so they become eye-catching and attractive. Remember, your directory signs are like a welcoming greeter. Color helps your lobby signs stand out in the crowd.
If you want your clients to be impressed as well as easily finding their destination, give 360 Signs a call and we can create one for you.
360 Signs in Austin, Texas can help you with a wide variety of custom signage. Give us a call at 512-442-2900 or visit us at
www.360signs.com.
Posted by Tom Humphries on Wed, May 19, 2010 @ 09:18 PM
Installing Pad Mounted Dimensional Letters
When installing dimensional letters to the exterior of a building you normally have two options in regards to how to secure the letters to the surface; stud mounting or pad mounting. For this particular installation, the landlord required us to have their installation pad mounted to the face of their building. Pad mounting is beneficial for several reasons, the main benefit being that there's no drilling required. We installed this dimensional letter building sign in Austin, TX for a client who chose to use .25" thick lettering giving their logo sign a stronger dimension and depth.
Step One: When pad mounting dimensional letters to the exterior of your building, you first want to layout your pattern to insure that your letters are well spaced and level guaranteeing the highest quality results.
Step Two: Once you have your pattern securely mounted to the building, cut away 75 percent of your pattern leaving only the bottom section as a place holder. Then apply a silicone adhesive to all pads of the first letter. Position the letter on the wall where indicated by your pattern. Once the letter is secured to the wall reinforce the letter with several strips of masking tape to ensure the letter does not slide giving the silicone enough time to dry.
Step Three: Continue with the remainder of the letters, allowing the silicone to dry for at least 60 minutes before removing the masking tape.
Remove the pattern and you are finished!
This Corporate Identity sign in Austin, TX is securely mounted and will look beautiful for years to come.
360 Signs in Austin, Texas can help you with a wide variety of custom signage. Give us a call at 512-442-2900 or visit us at
www.360signs.com.