Blogs
Project Update: Lafayette Highlands
Recently we were approached by a property management company to fabricate a way-finding sign for their apartment complex. The sign in question needed to be a smaller version of a similar sign and made to match a larger existing companion sign although the text and...
When Roof Graphics Are Important
Normally we quote most vehicle wrap projects without including the roof. This is because in most cases the roof isn’t going to be visible and it allows our customers to save of the expense associated with the cost of the additional vinyl. Obviously, for delivery...
Other Matte Vinyl Wrap Options
While the trend and popularity of matte black vehicle wraps is fairly obvious there are other matte colors available, including matte white. When you think about it there are many companies and brands that have been fans of this other extreme for awhile. White is...
Maximizing Your Vehicle Graphics Mileage
When you are thinking of adding graphics to the company vehicle, regardless of whether you decide on a full or partial wrap, there will be many things to consider. This includes how often you use the vehicle to make service calls and/or deliveries. It will be...
Maritime Wraps
British Columbia Ferries has been wrapping their maritime fleet for a long time and is probably considered as the largest-ever printed marine graphic application. As part of the promotions of the Canadian Olympic Winter games giant decals were developed to showcase...
The Importance of Color
In the large format printing business we are always concerned about color. Not just the color itself but being able to capture the nuances of shade and contrast. It’s what sets us apart from the desktop color printer that sits in most offices. Most of you are familiar...
SignWorks Welcomes Its New Designer
Ryan Llanna grew up in the sign business and has more than 10 years of graphic design experience. His background includes credentials in information technology and expertise in website design. He has worked for several sign companies in the Bay Area and Georgia. We...
Evacuation Map Project Update: Dr. Herbert Guice Christian Academy
We are happy to report that we recently completed yet another evacuation map project, this time for a local school. After a visit by the Oakland Fire Department it was clear that Dr. Herbert Guice Christian Academy would need some upgrades to their signage. This...
Project Update: Exterior Polished Brass Dimensional Lettering
Polished brass dimensional letters are a look that is common for many exterior building entrances. In the case of professional buildings such as upscale legal offices and or for those who provide financial service products, it communicates a look of stability and a...
Making Repairs to Your Wrap
With proper care a typical vehicle wrap can last upwards of five years, but like life sometimes things happen. The vehicle or truck was in a minor fender bender or area vandals decided to play slice and dice with your digital print. Although repairs will be necessary,...
Upcoming Building Signage Project: The Atrium Building
We told you some months ago that we were asked to do a site inspection of the downtown Oakland Atrium Building. We also told you that it was a fabulous architectural structure with great “bones” and lots of potential. The issue was that the tenants had each done...
Update: Swan Way Signage Project
We are proud to report that updating the Swan Way building signs is finally complete. The project involved designing a new integrated look for the interior tenant and directory signs. While the design pallet remained flexible, it provided a unifying theme that allowed...