Sign Types & Options
Where signs live, how they’re used, and what options make sense for your project.
Mailbox Sign Options
- Address panel mounted to an existing post
- Hanging sign under a crossarm (clean, visible, classic look)
- Single-sided or double-sided layouts
- Address-only, or address + name
- Add-on sign to improve readability without replacing the whole setup
Post & Structure Configurations
- Reuse an existing post when it’s solid and plumb
- Replace leaning/rotted posts when stability is compromised
- Crossarm styles that support hanging panels cleanly
- Mounting position options: under-arm, side-mount, or centered panel
- Spacing and mounting planned to avoid mailbox door interference
Visibility & Placement Considerations
- Which direction traffic approaches from (one-way vs both directions)
- Read distance from the road and typical vehicle speed
- Obstructions: trees, curves, hedges, snowbanks, shoulder slope
- Height and setback adjusted for clean line-of-sight
- Layout kept simple so numbers read fast at a glance
Material & Durability
Mailbox signs are fully exposed to weather, sun, and road conditions.
Material choice plays a major role in long-term durability and legibility.
View materials & finishes used for outdoor signs →
Roadside Address & Entrance Signs
- Freestanding address signs for long driveways or hidden houses
- Entrance signs for shared driveways or private lanes
- Single-sided for one primary approach
- Double-sided for two-way traffic or central placement
- Larger formats where distance demands it
Post & Mounting Options
- Standard post-mounted setups (stable and readable)
- Bracketed / hanging styles when a lighter look is preferred
- Replacement using existing holes/footprint when practical
- Install planned for straight sightlines and clean viewing height
- Setups designed to stay square and stable through seasons
Readability & Orientation
- Orientation based on approach angle and where drivers naturally look
- Number sizing based on distance, not aesthetics
- Contrast and layout choices prioritized for quick recognition
- Placement planned to avoid foliage and seasonal growth lines
- The goal: readable the first time, every time
House & Building Address Sign Types
- Wall-mounted address plaques
- Vertical layouts for narrow trim or posts near doors
- Horizontal layouts for wider sightlines and longer numbers
- Address-only, or address + name when space allows
- Simple designs that don’t overwhelm the façade
Mounting Locations & Surfaces
- Mounting on siding, masonry, porch posts, fences, or entry columns
- Placement selected for visibility from the street and driveway
- Fastening planned to sit flat and stay secure
- Options when drilling is limited or surfaces are uneven
- Clean install that looks intentional — not “added later”
Layout & Readability
- Layout based on where it’s viewed from (street vs walkway)
- Number hierarchy: house number always dominates
- Spacing tuned so digits don’t blur together at distance
- Clean fonts chosen for legibility, not style trends
- If it can’t be read quickly, it gets redesigned
Property & Grounds Signs
- Property identifiers (lane, building, or site markers)
- Private drive / shared drive identifiers
- Yard or garden signs (clean, durable, readable)
- Simple stake, post, or mount-to-existing options
- Designed to stay visible without looking busy
Directional & Wayfinding
- Arrow signs for entrances, parking, deliveries, or visitor flow
- Multiple sign sets for larger properties or shared spaces
- Consistent formatting across a property so it “reads” as a system
- Placement planned so people don’t need to stop to understand
- Built for quick comprehension and reduced confusion
Rules, Notices & Informational Signs
- Pool, shared space, and property notices
- Simple rule panels where clarity matters most
- Information signs designed to be read without crowding
- Durable installs that resist curling, loosening, or weather wear
- If a sign needs to be understood fast, we keep it simple
Door & Room Plates
- Office nameplates and room identifiers
- Clean designs that look professional and consistent
- Single-room signs or matched sets
- Options for numbers, names, or titles
- Built to look intentional — not temporary
Interior Directional & Informational
- Directional signs for hallways, entrances, and shared areas
- Informational signs for visitors and residents
- Simple wayfinding systems (not just one-off signs)
- Clear hierarchy so the important line is seen first
- Designed for readability in indoor lighting
Placement & Use Considerations
- What the sign needs to do: identify, direct, inform, or reinforce rules
- Viewing distance and lighting conditions
- Placement choices that avoid clutter and improve flow
- Consistent formatting so multiple signs feel unified
- If it’s confusing on paper, we simplify before fabrication
Awards & Recognition
- Service awards and retirement plaques
- Recognition signs for teams, volunteers, or milestones
- Clean, readable layouts that feel permanent and gift-worthy
- Optional logos, names, dates, and short messages
- Designed to look good on a wall or desk
Business & Identity Signs
- Logo plaques and entry signage
- Reception, lobby, and interior brand signs
- Exterior identity signs where appropriate
- Consistent formatting that looks professional and intentional
- Built to reflect the business without being flashy
Custom & One-Off Signs
- Signs that don’t fit standard categories
- Unique layouts, shapes, or mounting constraints
- Matching an existing style while improving readability
- One-off solutions for unusual placements
- Designed around function first, then aesthetics