From advertising your business to celebrating a special event and everything in between, yard signs can help spread your message…and dress up your yard!

Yard signs are great for both commercial and personal needs. You’ve probably seen them all over town promoting local businesses, events and supporting favorite teams. That’s because yard signs are a popular and affordable tool used among many different industries.

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Benefits of Yard Signs

There are many benefits of using yard signs:

  • Affordability - Yard signs have a lower cost per impression compared to other print and digital ads.
  • Targeted Marketing - Signs can be strategically placed in areas to target your desired audience and can be easily moved and relocated as often as needed!
  • Longevity - Your message remains visible 24/7, compared to digital ads that can disappear within seconds.
  • Easy Installation - Yard signs can be installed in just a few minutes. Simply stick your sign onto your H-stake and put the stake into the ground!
  • Versatile and Customizable - Your message can be customized based on your campaign goals.

When to Use Yard Signs

Yard Signs can be used for almost anything! Here are just some ideas:

Personal Uses:

  • Parties - Say “Happy Birthday” or “Happy Anniversary,” with eye-catching yard signs that celebrate your special someone!
  • Graduations - Say “Congratulations” to your recent grad and announce it to the world with a nice sign for your yard.
  • Home Sales - Selling your home? A “For Sale” sign is a great addition to catch drivers attention and promote the sale of your home. Once the home is sold, add a nice “SOLD” sign to celebrate and seal the deal.

Commercial Uses:

  • Sales - Create signs for special promotions and advertise to potential customers to urge them to stop in.
  • Events - Have an upcoming event? Stick a sign out front to catch people walking and driving by!
  • Directional Signage - Yard Signs are also wonderful to use as directional signage.

Creating Your Yard Signs

Creating your own Yard Signs can be fun! It allows you to be creative and come up with something unique to you, your family, or your business.

When designing signs, especially for locations where people will be driving by at high speeds, it’s essential to prioritize clarity and legibility.

Here are some key points to keep in mind when creating signs under these conditions:

  1. Minimal Content: Avoid overcrowding the sign with too much information. Drivers typically have only a few seconds to glance at a sign, so focus on the core message. Stick to one or two key points that are easy to absorb quickly, such as your business name, a product or service, or a call-to-action.

  2. Large, Clear Text: The text should be big enough for someone to read from a significant distance, especially when driving. Use bold, simple fonts that are easy to read at high speeds. Avoid using overly decorative or intricate fonts that could make the text hard to decipher. A general rule is to ensure the text is at least 10-12 inches tall for effective readability at 100 feet.

  3. High Contrast: Use high-contrast color combinations, like black text on a white background, or yellow text on a dark background, to ensure the text stands out clearly. Bright colors or light-on-dark contrast are easier to read than muted or low-contrast combinations.

  4. Simple Language: Use clear, concise language. Avoid jargon or complicated sentences. Drivers should be able to understand the message at a glance, so opt for short, impactful phrases.

  5. Effective Use of Space: Design the sign so that the most important information is the most visible and located in the areas of the sign that people are most likely to notice (like the top or center). Ensure that the spacing between elements is adequate to prevent visual clutter.

  6. Consider the Environment: Think about how the sign will be viewed in different lighting conditions and at different times of the day. A sign that’s hard to see at night, for example, will be ineffective for evening commuters. Make sure it's well-lit or reflective if necessary.

By following these guidelines, your signs will be more effective in capturing the attention of people driving by and conveying your message quickly and clearly.

If you’re not confident designing your own, contact the EBC Printing & Signs Design Team to assist! We can help bring your vision to life! Just email us at hello@ebclv.com


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