SIGN PROJECT TESTIMONIALS … Project 1- Village Bank, Richmond, Virginia FAST-PACED BRANDING Village Bank is a community bank that has grown to 15 branches since its start in 1999. With their rapid expansion, including their merger with River City Bank, they have an ongoing need for signage. When they changed their corporate identity, they chose … Continued
Why Can’t I Read My Sign?
WHY CAN’T I READ MY SIGN? AVOIDING “STEALTH SIGNAGE”: 5 TIPS FOR MORE READABLE SIGNS SIGHT OVERSIGHT I recall an earlier time in my signage career when I made a custom sign for some residential property at Wintergreen Resort here in Central Virginia that earned the nick-name of “the stealth sign” because you just … Continued
Obtaining Sign Permits in Historic Districts
OBTAINING SIGN PERMITS IN HISTORIC DISTRICTS Historic Sign Restoration Projects-Virginia Obtaining sign permits in historic districts is generally doable if the intent of historic preservation is in mind. Holiday Signs, a quality custom electric sign company located near Richmond, Virginia, has been involved with many high-profile historic restoration projects: The Hotel John Marshall, The … Continued
What are Common Lighting Issues with Electric Signs?
What Are Common Lighting Issues with Electric Signs? 3 Sign Lighting Types: 1)Fluorescent 2)Neon 3)LED Problems with Fluorescent Lit Signage: IMPROPER LAMP SPACING Until recent advances in LED technology, most cabinet type signs were populated with fluorescent lighting. Finding an electric sign contractor who understands sign lighting design is important to avoid visual problems … Continued
What Are the Problems with Building Mounted Letters and Signs?
Problems with Building Mounted Letters and Signs VISIBILITY CHECK-UP Of any possible problems with building mounted letters and signs, I think readability should be the first concern. When you pass a retail store or medical office and have to squint or slow down to read the sign — or worse, you can’t read it … Continued