What is the best way to care and
maintain nameplates?
Brass
Brass can be supplied lacquered for internal use which should ensure a low maintenance
lifespan. External brass is supplied unlacuqred which means that regular cleaning
is essential. Care should be excerised to avoid polishing out the infill.
Stainless steel
It is maintainance free. However even stainless
steel requires the occasional polish with
a dry cloth to remove finger marks or even
the odd clean and hot soapy water to restore
it to peak condition.
Glass and acrylic
Regular cleaning is required. To avoid scratches
clean using a soft cloth and a proprietary
cleaning agent. In the case of laminated
glass ensure that the edge remains dry,
remove any excess moisture which may be
present after cleaning to prevent the panel
joint deteriorating
What is a Monolith/Totem?
A Monolith or Totem is a free standing sign
with one, two or more sided. They can be
internally or externally illuminated to
provide maximum impact. They can be constructed
to suit the internal and external environment.
Why use Window Graphics?
Window graphics are used to identify your
business or for promotions. Re-imagine
install beautiful custom logos and large
advertisements in a variety of colors and
digital printouts with long-term exterior
durability.
What is the difference between Window
graphics and window decals?
The term window graphics generally means
covering large areas of glass with single
piece full colour printed vinyl graphics.
Window decals, on the other hand refers to
partial covering of a window with smaller
shaped graphics' or individual cutout lettering,
perhaps conveying a telephone number or web
address.
What are Braille and Tactile signs?
Braille is a system of raised dots, which
enables visually impaired people to read
with their fingers. It is made up of patterns
of six dots, allowing 63 possible combinations,
which correspond to letters of the alphabet,
numbers, punctuation and letter groups
or words.
What is the difference between Grade
1 and Grade 2 braille?
Grade 1 Braille
Grade 1 Braille is letter-for letter transcription
which can be read by all Braille users, and
it is the first stage of learning to read
Braille but, because it is bulky, it is usually
replaced by Grade 2 Braille which is contracted
form.
Grade 2 Braille
Grade 2 Braille consists of contractions
added to the combinations to represent
common letter groups such as ‘the ‘ and ‘for’:
the contractions are too numerous to list
here. Grade 2 may be appropriate for longer
instructions, ie, an opening plaque or
site description.
Grade 2 is also widely used for the production
of books, magazines and leaflets. It occupies
less space than Grade 1 but all Braille is
bulky. For example, using Braille, one A4
printed would need approximately two and
a half pages.
What are Posts and Panels?
Free standing directional signage with simple
post and panel design. They can be supplied
in various arrangements with single, double
or multi panels.
Posts are set in concrete to make them secure
and long lasting
What is Environmental Graphic Design?
Environmental Graphic Design embraces many
design disciplines including graphic, architectural,
interior, landscape, and industrial design,
all concerned with the visual aspects of
wayfinding, communicating identity and
information, and shaping the idea of place.
Some common examples of work by EGD practitioners
include wayfinding systems, architectural
graphics, signage, exhibit design, identity
graphics, civic design, pictogram design,
retail and store design, mapping and themed
environments.
What is Wayfinding?
Wayfinding can be described as the process
of using visual information to find your
way through a complex environment.
The clever use of landmarks, signage, pathways
and environmental cues help first –time
visitors navigate and experience a site without
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