Glass whiteboards, also known as glass writing boards, have taken up more and more of the whiteboard market as time has gone on. As this shift accelerated, so did the requests for larger sizes of whiteboards. These transitions are due largely to the inherent advantages of glass whiteboards, specifically with an eye to their appropriateness for executive offices and boardrooms. …
Environmental graphic design embraces a variety of design types. Many industries play a role in environmental graphic design, including the graphic design industry, the architectural industry, the interior design industry, and sometimes even landscaping and industrial design. Environmental graphics can be used to assist in wayfinding, communicating identity, communicating information, and shaping the visual aesthetic of a business. In our …
A great way to make your business stand out from the competition is with a well-placed, architecturally crafted monument sign. Monument signs are often at ground level and constructed from largely durable materials that match the architecture around them, such as brick, stone, or other forms of masonry. In this month’s article, we will explore some of the benefits of …
Do you know what public restrooms have a lot of? Signs! (What were you thinking?) All jokes aside, one of the most important things you can do when creating spaces within your business is to add the appropriate signage–places like restrooms have a variety of sign needs that must be met in order for your clients to confidently navigate your …
The Americans with Disabilities Act has been in effect for nearly twenty years, and yet still some of the signage demands of the act can be overlooked in public spaces. If you purchase a new space or build, it is likely that your inspector will check for ADA compliance. However, if you buy a building that predates the ADA (anything …
Wherever there is water, there should be signs to promote policies and safety. Although laws can vary regarding the requirements of pool signs, it’s a largely universal expectation that some sort of signage must be posted. Starfish Signs wants the best for our clients, and sometimes that means minimizing the risk of harmful incidents at your place of business or …
Do Not Use Alcohol or Other Solvents on Acrylic Shields The most important thing to understand before cleaning acrylic or plexiglass shields is to never use harmful solvents. Especially refrain from using alcohol such as methyl, ethyl, isopropanol, or acetone. Cleaning acrylic in this manner will lead to microfractures and cloudiness, compromising surface integrity. In short, using harsh solvents will …
Digital signage is a form of electronic signage that uses such display technologies as LCD, LED, projection and more to display information to passerby. This information can be fixed, such as a restaurant menu or business hours, or static, such as the weather report for a surf shop or a greeting that changes in front of a school. Digital signs …
During our eight years in business in the San Clemente community, Starfish Signs has had the immense pleasure of seeing many of the businesses we partner with grow and expand. We have worked with a variety of local businesses to provide high-quality, custom interior and exterior signage. Our relationships with these businesses go well beyond the initial transaction of creating …
Have you ever thought about ways to add some flare and sophistication to your business? Luckily, we have a simple and affordable solution that will surely impress and take your workspace to the next level. This can easily be accomplished with the use of Architectural Films. In this post, we will cover exactly what architectural films are, and why they …