Metal Lettering for Museum of Wisconsin Art December 24, 2011 Dimensional Sign Letters A Museum Worthy Lettering Project Impact Signs, working with Perkins Eastman Architects, produced and installed this brushed and painted aluminum metal lettering and logo on the entrance wall for the Museum of Wisconsin Art. Museum signage must meet architectural standards for materials quality and lasting abilities. We were proud that our metal letters met the... Read More
Metal Lobby Sign in Washington DC Office – Debellis Branding December 24, 2011 Office Lobby Signs A Bold First Impression Debellis and Ferrara is a leading marketing and branding agency in Washington DC. Obviously, the image they needed to portray in the lobby, was critical to making a great first impression on new clients – especially for a branding agency! They relied on Impact Signs to help execute their vision for... Read More
Corporate Signage and Branding – Stratford Fidelity, Minneapolis December 24, 2011 Office Lobby Signs A Sign Plan for a Financial Planner Stratford Fidelity, an executive and physician benefit solutions provider, recently adorned its walls with the ultimate in informational corporate signage. The company, known for its industry dominance serving top-tier executives, would settle for nothing but state-of-the-art office signage to carry various messages throughout its Minneapolis, Minn. campus. Enter... Read More
Appropriate Uses for Bronze Memorial Plaques December 15, 2011 Bronze Plaques Bronze memorial plaques are a long-lasting way to keep special memories alive Because they are so distinctive and distinguished, bronze memorial plaques ensure that the dedication and remembrance will be recognized far into the future. Plaques are “identity investments” and can be used for various dedication purposes. Some examples of ways in which plaques are often... Read More
How To Word A Dedication For A Bronze Memorial Plaque December 15, 2011 Bronze Plaques Resources Words to Remember: Memorial plaques often mark the graves of loved ones, but they can also be used to dedicate other areas, such as parks, buildings and areas that want to honor the memory of someone who made a significant impact upon that area. If a bronze memorial plaque will be created by the family of... Read More
[How To] Remove Spray Paint From Glass Signs December 15, 2011 Resources A glass sign is beautiful until paint is sprayed on it, either accidentally or due to vandalism. Luckily, errant spray paint can be removed from glass, with the use of the right materials, some elbow grease, and a little patience. The materials needed can all be found at your local hardware store or within your own home.... Read More
How To Refurbish and Restore A Bronze Memorial Plaque December 15, 2011 Plaques Resources A Maintenance Plan for Lasting Shine Because bronze is a copper alloy, time and weather conditions cause bronze plaques to become dull and eventually form a green patina on the surface. While some people like the look of an aged bronze plaque, many would prefer to keep it looking the way it did on the day it... Read More
Corporate Sign Language Resource Guide December 15, 2011 Resources Sign Language Resource Guide for the Office The disabled are faced with a wide range of challenges to lead a full life. The disabled are faced with obstacles in hearing, vision and accessibility. The hearing impaired face challenges that are unique to them in that they are not able to communicate by speech. One method that hearing... Read More
A Guide to Orienteering : Follow The Custom Signs December 15, 2011 Exterior Signs Resources Use Your Map, Follow the Signs The modern sport of orienteering has it’s roots in Europe, over 120 years ago. Generally, the word orienteering means and any type of map navigation contest where you are working against a clock or other players. Orienteering first emerged in word usage in 1886, referring to the use of... Read More
Stainless Steel Letters in a Marine Environment [An Architectural Resource] December 11, 2011 Dimensional Sign Letters Resources Stainless Steel Letters Alloy 304 vs. 316 for Marine Environments It has been discussed many times by architects, designers, the military, and for any design project in a marine environment involving metal letters, such as on ships, naval bases, hotels along the coast, and on any project in the islands. We present our recommendations and... Read More