Creating maps of any terrain can be a tedious. When it is for an apartment or condo complex, it needs some additional critical thinking. The main reason is that the first responders arriving at any of the multi-unit residential properties need a well-designed directory to determined where they need to go in a hurry. When Plant 51 in the downtown …
Most of us in the Bay Area have been to a trade show or an event here and there. One of the more effective ways that companies advertise or communicate a message at these events is through banners or posters on stands. This allows people to take a quick glance at a colorful image or text and get a sense …
The old adage ‘out with the old, in with the new’ is not always a cost-effective approach when it comes to monument signs. Take the monument signs for Peninsula Volunteers. The monuments has good quality aluminum lettering on them. They just blended too much into the background of an old monument with a light color. So they approached Signs Unlimited …
We have a new addition in our series of corporate mergers and name changes. Curexo Corp’s Robodoc is now called Think Surgical. As a long term partner to various companies in the Bay Area, Signs Unlimited was approached to help design both a monument and a lobby sign that best suited the new corporate image. This client had very specific …
I’m sure you’ve seen these stretchered across major streets or boulevards in the Bay Area. These large banners are custom built to each city’s specifications. These days the banners are digitally produced in that they are printed using digital large format printers. They require high quality art or design files and re-enforced fabrication processes. For certain applications, these banners can …
When a company moves into a new area, they need local partners to help them get established. As a partner to many companies in the Bay Area, Signs Unlimited was approached by Ambit Energy to consult with them on the design and fabrication of a new lobby sign for their new training center in the South Bay. After the final …
As yet another organization refreshes their logo and color scheme, Signs Unlimited is there as a partner to help them implement the changes. Open Space went from a black and white logo for their trucks to a multicolor one. Using full color Eco-solvent digital printing, the new logo was produced with clear adhesive media to expose only the color logo …
As with many airports, San Jose also has stringent guidelines for the aesthetics of signs, graphics, and other highly visible decors in the main terminals. Any new store or restaurant must submit a design package to the airport authority for their approval. Signs Unlimited has been a partner to many companies going through this process by providing attractive designs to …
See if this fits you. You are a professional businesses owner, real estate agent, or contractor. You use your car or truck as part of conducting your daily business. However at the end of the day you use your car or truck for personal business such as picking up the kids, grocery shopping, etc. Unless you want to put permanent graphics …
There are times when you may need a sign for a one-off event. Or perhaps an annual event where the venue and contents change each year. For these occasions, a corrugated plastic sign (a.k.a. coroplast) may be the most cost-effective solution. A full color digital print, or contour-cut vinyl graphics may be applied to the coroplast substrate. Based on quantity, …
We’ve talked about the fact that all organizations from schools to churches to fortune 500 corporations refresh their logos from time to time. This is an important step in helping a company re-brand and re-announce itself. This could also coincide with major events such as acquisitions or launch of a new product or service. Hope Services, a nonprofit organization in …
Sand-blasted signs have been around for many years. They are very durable and can accommodate many applications and color schemes. They can be single-sided or double-sided. Thickness can also be adjusted to meet specific applications. The base material is typically HDU (High-density urethane) or Redwood. The process starts with an electronic art file with proper dimensions and colors. That art …
Most things in life need maintenance, upkeep, or a refresh once in a while. Signs are no different. One of the most common problems we see with signs is weather damage. Weather and sun eventually make their mark on everything. Signs would look a bit stale or discolored. In some cases you begin to see peeling of the graphics on …
We’ve talked about vehicle graphics before. This is a great way for a business to be noticed as their vehicle travels around town. Some companies do full wraps on the vehicle. This certainly draws attention but it is also very expensive for most businesses. You can still focus on your business’s key values using simple text of various colors and …
I’m sure you’ve seen these at street corners. They typically advertise a new store, a special promotion, or a tax accountant’s office. These arrow shaped signs are common for very localized advertising. They can be produced in any shape or size. But they are mainly done as an arrow to point would-be customers in a specific direction. Dense foam as …
Monument signs are sometimes intimidating to new businesses. They are more substantial and cost more than other types of sign in some cases. But many new business parks or strip malls around the Bay Area already have built-in directory structures as part of the initial construction. So a new business simply needs to add their name and logo to their …
Any building manager or contractor who has ever been involved in new building construction or a renovation project knows this or has learned it the hard way. You cannot get an occupancy permit unless certain ADA/code signs have been installed at specific locations within the building. This is true for any public, commercial, or industrial building. You may be able …
We’ve talked about various ways businesses can re-enforce their brands or their logo. But in multi-unit business complexes, sometimes the most visible way to show your business name (or logo) is in the lobby of your unit. With today’s graphics technologies we can produce a multitude of colors and shapes for any business lobby. Here is an example of a …
Sometimes when a new tenant moves in to an existing commercial building, all they need to do in regards to their sign cabinets is to replace the faces. This is a very cost-effective way of getting brand new signs without spending a ton of money. Signs Unlimited has been producing sign faces of all shapes and sizes for years. We …
You can spend thousands on wrapping your vehicle, work truck, or van. And there is nothing wrong with that. But if you want to communicate pertinent information about your business at a fraction of the cost of a full wrap, there are many other options. Simple cut vinyl and contour cut full color digital prints can do wonders in enhancing …
There are obviously many different ways people decorate their office or business doors or entry glass panels. One of the more stylish ways one can accomplish this is through the use of frosted (or more commonly called etched glass) vinyl. This type of vinyl can be contour cut with typical plotters to any shape or size and can be applied …
We have not talked about plaques recently. Professionally made brass or bronze plaques are a symbol of strength and power. They are generally intended to last a life time. Plaques are produced through specialized fabrication processes (oxidizing) to create the right contrasts and can have different finishes such as leatherette with polished or matte finishes. They tend to be heavier …
Spring is a great time to create a new and fresh look for your business. Here are a couple of questions you should ask yourself: Do I want to promote my brand, create more visibility, and generate more revenue? You can think of this as your Signage Spring Cleaning. So call us now for any new Signs, Banners, or Graphics …
It is always exciting when you move in to a new building and your business name is added to the building in large visible letters. It says that you are now in business at this location. There are many options for getting you that exposure. Building signs are a very effective way to make your presence known. Here is a …
As we’ve mentioned before, much of today’s graphics are done using digital printing. One can get a full range of colors and material with print processes that you otherwise would not be able to. However, the more established and time-tested cut vinyl graphics are still alive and well. For certain applications, cut vinyl is still a better option. Here is …
