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Understanding Ink: Sign printing options, 2019 innovations and when to use what

Metro Sign & Awning's InsightExpected to grow at 9.1% every year through 2023, the digital ink industry has been a hotbed of innovation for more than two decades. This has expanded opportunities for signmakers, who are now able to print tougher and more visually appealing signs than ever before. Explore the impressive variety of inkjet ink options and learn which one to use when in this knowledge-rich guide.
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Understanding Ink: Sign printing options, 2019 innovations and when to use what.
Where Do We Go Now? Exploring The Wonders Of Wayfinding Design

Metro Sign & Awning's InsightWayfinding design is often taken for granted. Yet, by creating innovative signage, today's brands can do more than help visitors navigate environments.
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Wayfinding design is often taken for granted. Yet, by creating innovative signage, today's brands can do more than help visitors navigate environments.
Why Outdoor Signage Is as Important as Your Website

Metro Sign & Awning's InsightFor local businesses, outdoor signage does double duty: it serves as advertising and branding. The location, size, and design of the sign are critical to getting the best benefit from it, especially if most of the traffic passing the business is by car and truck. Digital signs are becoming more popular with business owners because of their key benefits. They’re also simple and quick to change so your message can be tailored to special events, promotions and other notable information.
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Outdoor signs might seem kind of old school in the digital age, but customers can't buy from you if they can't find you. Learn how to get yourself noticed.
Grainmaker is Bowled Over with Our Signs

Top 3 Different Signage to Promote Your Business

Metro Sign & Awning's InsightDifferent types of signage can have different effects depending on the materials used. Signage can be eye-catching and even multi-functional because of the incorporation of elements such as metal, pylon, or even light in their display. Using different materials can further emphasize the importance of signage in a business's marketing strategy.
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In the market, there are vast ways to advertise a business brand strategically. Business signage is multi-functional, and it can do many tasks in one installation. It can promote, advertise, and attract many customers. Thus, it is a cost-effective marketing strategy.Since the primary purpose is to attract customers, it has to be noticed easily. If it is in a visible position, where a lot of people pass by, the sign will be much more effective.
5 Types of Environmental Graphic Design and How It Impacts an Experience

Metro Sign & Awning's InsightEnvironmental graphic design includes many different elements, and focuses on the graphic elements included in a space. This type of design can be used to educate, to enlighten individuals regarding a brand, or to entertain. What is important is the way design elements are used, so as to create the optimal experience for individuals.
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Environmental graphic design is what makes boring places look interesting. Learn more about the types of places that environmental graphic design can enhance.
An Event of Their Own
