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Habitat for Humanity in Spokane needed a custom wrap on their delivery box truck in Spokane Valley, custom van wrap

Custom Van Wrap for local Non-Profit

June 8, 2015/in Box Trucks, Cars SUVs, Emergency Vehicles, Off-Road & Motorcycles, Pickups, Trailers, Vans, Vehicles, Watercraft/by John Bogensberger

Unique wrap for Habitat for Humanity Spokane

Designer Will Oakley was able to put both his design and his photography skills to use in this custom van wrap design for Habitat for Humanity. He worked through four different designs before the final effect was achieved.

Wrap the back of your van or truck with a custom unique wrap graphic by Signs for Success Spokane, custom van wrap

Unique custom wrap showing some of the donated items sold

Perhaps the most distinctive portion of the design is the back of the van. The wrap features an open door with several labeled items you might find in a donation van. A creative way to showcase their services, this image was generated from a photograph of the inside of an actual Habitat for Humanity van.

Everyone was excited to get this job going, even though several rainy, snowy, or cloudy days often prevented getting the perfect shot. With patience and perseverance, and about 100 camera shots down the line, the perfect shot was merged with the perfect design. Will used a Nikon D60 camera for the photography, and Adobe Photoshop and Flexi Designer programs to set up this design.

Installation went smoothly at the Signs for Success install facility where, luckily, weather is not a factor. “The picture on the back makes you look twice. At first glance, it looks like the door’s open and all the donated product is going to fall out on you, but it’s just a picture,” installer Rich Wilke said. The sides of the van give vital information like the organization’s name, phone number, address, “open to the public,” and “free pick-up service.” QR codes give a quick link to Habitat for Humanity’s Spokane store website. The final effect is an eye-catching, informative, yet artful van wrap design. Contact Signs for Success for a free quote on your custom van wrap!

Temporary site signs or skid signs to show wayfinding, direction, or new information, skid signs mead

Skid Signs make Durable Temporary Signs

June 5, 2015/in Post and Panel, Rigid Signs/by John Bogensberger

Skid sign for Unify Community Health

Skid signs are great for announcing building projects or directing your customers during temporary construction or at special events. Unify Community Health used a skid sign for directional signage in their parking lot. The skid sign helps customers find the correct parking area in a shared lot. The simple design features their logo, bold text and an arrow. Your skid sign design can be as simple or elaborate as you would like. Bold, brief text is easiest to read at a glance, as in this directional sign; however, interesting and colorful graphics may be better if you’re trying to grab someone’s attention, as in announcing a new project or trying to raise funds for a special cause.

This construction sign on skids for Spokane Airport was only up for about a year, but it looked great the whole time, skid signs mead

Spokane International Airport construction skid sign

We print full color—single or double sided—then attach the sign to a temporary skid frame. We can set the frame up on site as well as take it down when the event or project is over. “The skid frame is for temporary use, usually under a year, but they have been known to be left up for many years,” Signs for Success designer Vanessa Bogensberger said. Skid signs Mead are durable and able to withstand the wear and tear of a construction site and any inclement weather conditions. This construction skid sign (right) was installed on temporary skids and looked great during the entire year it was in place.

Our digitally printed skid signs are very cost effective and provide portability to take your message wherever you want. Our skid signs can be permanently set in the ground (post signs) or installed on a temporary footing system (a true skid sign). Whether single or double sided, your custom sign will feature a unique and modern design to get seen wherever it is placed. We offer design, printing and installation, all from a trusted, local business. Contact us for a free quote on skid signs Mead!

Dimensional letters can be frontlit like these for PLMS in Spokane, Brushed gold aluminum metal laminate on acrylic, mounted with studs for a great looking lobby sign, law office signs

Custom Law Office Signs give a Professional Impression

June 3, 2015/in Backlit, decals stickers labels, Dimensional Letters, Post and Panel, Rigid Signs, Window Graphics, Windows, Walls and Floors/by John Bogensberger

PLMS Metal laminate logo

Phillabaum, Ledlin, Matthews & Sheldon PLLC had us brand their office with several custom law office signs. Their branding begins outside with a large monument sign, and continues inside with stand-off dimensional lettering and cut vinyl. Each aspect of this project conveys a complete and professional look for these talented attorneys.

The first sign clients will see is the large monument sign outside the office building. We adhered cut vinyl to Lexan (plexiglass) which was then mounted to an existing monument. We often print directly to Lexan material using our “triple strike” technique for full color graphics that look good in full sunlight during the day or low light at night. For this project however, the client was looking for a simple, clean-lines look in a single color, so we opted for translucent gold vinyl.

Spokane McBurns Law office, window suite lettering, use cut vinyl lettering graphics for logos, directions, store hours, office hours, window decals spokane, law office signs

Window Lettering for Law Office

We used high-performance cut vinyl in a gold metallic on the exterior door that matches the monument sign. Next, we installed Etchmark Dusted Crystal Vinyl to an interior window. This vinyl gives a unique finish that looks like sandblasted glass.

Finally, Gemini Dimensional Signage makes a statement on an interior wall. Dimensional letters and logos come in several fonts and finishes. We can even have custom logo shapes created. The materials range from sturdy plastics to heavy metals in a variety of colors and finishes. For this law office, we used brushed brass metal laminate on ¼” black acrylic. The pieces are mounted with studs to stand off the wall, which creates a nice shadow.

“The finished product looks great. We have had numerous comments on the brass lettering,” Brian Sheldon said. “Signs for Success was easy to work with, [and] Vanessa was always available when I called.” Signs for Success offers custom signage to promote a professional image. Contact us for a free quote on law office signs!

Custom boat wraps for Alaskan fishing boats designed by Signs for Success, boat wraps spokane

Boat Wraps Spokane look great in Alaskan Waters

June 1, 2015/in Uncategorized/by John Bogensberger

Custom boat wraps for Alaskan fishing boats designed by Signs for Success

George Basargen came to Signs for Success in the spring with ideas on outfitting his two fishing boats, the Roulette and the Black Pearl. Because he didn’t have specific look in mind, but gravitated towards a certain style, Signs for Success designer Will Oakley listened to his ideas and met with him several times to discuss and proof the boat wrap design. George loved the results and quickly had the designs printed and installed in time for the fishing season.

The colorful boat wraps Spokane make George’s fishing boats stand out from all the rest, which was just what he was going for.

“George’s boat wraps were one of my favorite projects because the customer gave me free reign with the graphics. He had some very simple guidelines

Installing Graphics on the “Millenium Roulette ” fishing boat headed for Alaska

he asked me to follow but other than that I was able to really be creative with the layouts and designs,” Will explained. “When you’re paying someone to design something for you, look at what they have done in the past. If their style is similar to what you like you should use them; if it isn’t you should go somewhere else. George really likes my style of over-the-top effects and details. If he wanted something milder I wouldn’t have been as good a fit, and we would have spent a lot more time working on a design he may not have been as happy with.”

Our experienced design team represents different styles, from minimalistic to modern to over-the-top with details and color.

Boat wraps are manufactured with high performance vehicle wrap vinyl. After the wrap is printed, we apply a satin finish laminate with UV protection. The photo above was taken in Cordova, Alaska at the end of the fishing season (Photography by David Little). The boat wraps are just as vibrant as the day they were installed, and they will be sure to last many fishing seasons to come. Contact us for a free quote on boat wraps Spokane today!

Large poster for hanging in windows downtown for Spokane Symphony, by Signs for Success

Large Posters Can Go Anywhere

May 26, 2015/in Posters, Tradeshow & Promo/by John Bogensberger

Spokane Symphony large poster

Large posters are ideal indoor signs – they’re lightweight and can be hung almost anywhere. Frame your poster for a clean, professional look. Hang a large poster from the ceiling to catch buyers’ attention. Post it in the front window to boost your advertising or showcase a special event. The possibilities are nearly endless. This poster (bottom right) was installed with standoffs to give a little more interest. Check out a few of our posters to get some ideas.

We offer high-quality large posters and large format prints from a trusted local business. Our great customer service brings people back again and again. Clint Burgess from Spokane Symphony has been printing his large window posters at Signs for Success for the past several years.

There are many ways to create large posters, especially if you want it to have dimension without expensive framing, print to gator and use standoffs for mounting in Spokane

Interior poster on wall with standoffs

Large Poster Laminating

For most large posters, we use a heavyweight satin paper that prints beautifully. For projects that require long-term use or need extra protection, large format laminating is available. We laminated Spokane Transit Authority’s large bus stop posters to make them long-term waterproof signs. These economical signs will withstand the elements, and they’re easily replaceable if a route changes.

We also offer superior design service to help you create custom posters for your business or event. We have several design packages from simple setup to a complete business branding package. It’s easy to create custom signage, including large posters. Contact us today to get started!

Adding graphics hung in the windows gives a great changeable message to Spokane by Greater Spokane Chamber, printed and hung by Signs for Success, window signs spokane

Use Window Signs Spokane to Increase Retail Store Sales

May 26, 2015/in Posters, Wall Signs, Windows, Walls and Floors/by John Bogensberger

GSI hanging window signs

Window Signs draw customers in. Eye-catching window signs will also increase brand recognition as customers begin to recognize your retail store based on certain colors or images. When designing window signs, you should try to include both a relevant image and an incentive.

Nordstrom Rack foam core signs Spokane Valley

The first element of your hanging window sign should be a large attractive image – too many images are confusing, but one large graphic will draw interest. A bright color also works well when text must cover the majority of a sign. Secondly, and just as important as the first element, is an incentive. Whether it’s a sale, gift with purchase, or Buy One Get One special, an incentive will get customers to act. Run a special on a product that hasn’t been moving as much as you’d like, and you’ll create more interest. Finally, you can add a plug in for social media, your website or store credit card, but this extra information isn’t necessary to bring in the masses. If it fits into the design, great; but if the window signs are starting to look busy, it’s best to leave that information for indoor signs or POP (point-of-purchase) signs.

Circle cut retail store signs attract customers

Nordstrom rack uses colorful circular signs to grab their customers’ attention. Two circles carry Nordstrom slogans, while the third features a 70% off sale. Large posters in adjacent windows feature a stylish model or a stack of sunglasses and “Hello Summer” or “Shades of Summer.” Merle Norman Cosmetics uses hanging window signs to showcase their newest product. Their simple and clean designs feature the product, centered, and a brief description or catch phrase.

Window signs Spokane are usually printed on thick paper poster material or lightweight foamcore. Both are paper products suitable for indoor use. Window signs can be hung several different ways. They should be placed just inside the window where it can be easily viewed from the outside, but protected from the elements and other wear and tear. One common way to hang a window sign is by top grommets and hung by thin wire hooks or thread. Some other methods include: pole pockets, suction cups, or VHB tape. A Signs for Success designer can assist you in choosing a suitable display or hardware system for your hanging window signs.

When considering your retail store’s curb, er, window appeal, consider adding hanging window signs that will inform and invite your customers to come in and see more. The incentives you advertise will be sure to increase customer interest and store sales. Contact us for a free quote on window signs Spokane!

Full Trailer Wraps Work 24/7

May 22, 2015/in Box Trucks, Cars SUVs, Emergency Vehicles, Off-Road & Motorcycles, Pickups, Trailers, Vans, Vehicles, Watercraft/by John Bogensberger

Major League Lawn Care Trailer Graphics

Trailer Wraps are a great advertising investment. A full trailer wrap means full impact. When customers see a great wrap, they can immediately tell you’re a company that doesn’t cut corners. A well-designed trailer wrap gives off a professional impression, and it takes full advantage of the mobile advertising space on the front, back and sides of your vehicle.

A trailer is a huge moving billboard that works for you 24/7 for at least 5 years. Studies show large trucks and trailers get the most attention on the road; make sure yours looks great, and it will leave a lasting positive impression about your business.

Major League Lawn Care Trailer Graphics

Pape Machinery used a full vehicle wrap to take full advantage of their large trailer.

“Pape Machinery was a great customer to work with. They gave us some general ideas and a photo or two and we helped them with their vison,” Signs for Success designer Kimberly Hoffmann

Full Trailer Wrap

said. “My favorite idea was the rear of the trailer, and although it was a bit of a challenge to get the lighting just right when photographing, I think it came out great.”

Pape Machinery Rear Door looks open when closed

The rear of the trailer has an illusion image of a John Deere Gator stored inside. To create the final image, Kimberly had to make sure lighting was just right, or the illusion wouldn’t work. “With a little help from Photoshop we got it to look perfect,” she said.

Our trailer wraps are printed on high performance car wrap vinyl and laminated for added durability. They typically last 5-7 years, offering a great return on your advertising dollar. This full trailer wrap utilized all sides of the trailer with a custom eye-catching wrap design. Let us help you get started on your custom trailer wrap! Contact Signs for Success for a free wrap quote.

Temporary Advertising window wrap for Spokane on the Rocks at INB Convention Center downtown Spokane, done fast by Signs for Success

Custom Window Decals Spokane for Retail Locations

May 21, 2015/in decals stickers labels, Uncategorized, Window Graphics, Windows, Walls and Floors/by John Bogensberger

Spokane on the Rocks window wrap

Window graphics are an integral part of any retail advertising campaign. They give your retail location a unique look that will be recognizable to your customers. When coupled with other advertising strategies such as rigid signs, banners, and/or vehicle graphics, the result is a dramatic increase in brand recognition and consumer interest. Window graphics include window wraps, window decals, and cut vinyl lettering.

Window Wrap at Ace Hardware

Window Wraps

Northwest Bedding in Spokane uses a full window wrap as an extension of their branding. The window wrap works double duty – showing the store name all around the outside of the building so customers can tell who they are from any direction, and it also acts as a privacy barrier. Our window wraps are printed on high-performance vinyl and laminated to withstand UV rays and normal wear and tear for 5-7 years.

Adding seasonal snowflakes cut from temporary vinyl was a cool message from Global Credit Union to Downtown Spokane pedestrians, window decals spokane

Global Credit Union seasonal snowflake vinyl

Window Decals Spokane

If a full wrap isn’t what you’re looking for, smaller window decals Spokane or window clings can also be custom designed for your business. Static Clings and Changeable Vinyl Decals are great for temporary signage and promotions. Global Credit Union in Spokane used changeable vinyl window decals to show their holiday spirit during the winter months. As a bonus, extras can be given away as promotional items. Self-adhesive vinyl materials are better for long-term signage since adhesive is permanent. Graphics can be printed on clear or white vinyl. To achieve an opaque image on a clear vinyl, we print white ink first, then the color on top of that.

Window Lettering Law Office

Cut Vinyl Lettering

Cut vinyl lettering is another option for glass windows and doors. Many businesses use cut lettering for store hours. Another useful application is a cut logo or company name. A variety of colors are available for cut lettering. For a high-end look, go with dusted crystal vinyl – it gives graphics an etched-glass look.

Whether you’re looking for a sign to cover an entire window, or a custom-cut logo, our experienced design team can help you come up with the best material and design to fit your goals and budget. Contact us for a free quote on custom window decals Spokane! See More Windows!

For starting lines or along the route of races, Teardrop and Feather banners are an attractive way to advertise, feather banners spokane

Feather Banners offer Portable Outdoor Advertising

May 20, 2015/in Banners, Event Banners, Pole and Street Banners, Sports and Sponsor Banners/by John Bogensberger

Teardrop feather banners at bike race

Spring has come again, and more advertising is moving outdoors to celebrate the warm weather. Outdoor advertising is a popular method of attracting customers into a retail location, announcing sales events, or advertising at sporting events or fairs. Feather banners are a great way to advertise outdoors at tradeshows, conventions and other outdoor events.

Feather banners Spokane are portable, easy to store during cooler winter months, and easy to bring out to events and set up when the days get warmer. They come in a rectangular, feather or teardrop shape. Depending on the style, the flags come in 2-3 different sizes ranging from just over 10 feet to over 20 feet tall. With such a commanding height, along with the movement caused by the wind, these outdoor event displays attract attention and help you stand out among your competitors. Even in little or no wind, feather flags stay open, as opposed to a traditional flag that hangs down against the pole. To make the biggest impact, place multiple identical feather flags in a row roadside or at an event.

You can use the spike base or an optional X-base to place these feather or falcon or teardrop banners at or in your business, feather banners spokane

FEATHER OR TEARDROP BANNERS

Each banner flag comes with custom full color single or double sided printing. We always suggest choosing simple graphics with bold colors and minimal text to maximize your marketing efforts. The large printed area ensures that your promotional banners are always viewable, even from a distance.

Feather banners Lilac Lanes Casino

Feather banners Spokane also come with a spike base, which can be traded out for an x base or water bag, and a nylon carrying bag for easy transport. In addition, Signs for Success offers a wide range of outdoor-rated products, such as custom printed banners and tradeshow tents to match your feather banners. These setups are ideal for sporting events, fairs, theme parks, open-air shopping centers, outdoor tradeshows and more! Contact us for a free quote on your custom feather banners Spokane!

This wall wrap printed on vinyl decal for Downtown Spokane Restaurant and Bar adds dimension to a smaller room with a perspective of a winery, vinyl wall wraps

Vinyl Wall Wraps and 9 Other Nifty Ways to Use Vinyl

May 19, 2015/in Box Trucks, Cars SUVs, decals stickers labels, Floor Graphics, Pickups, Random Other Stuff, Trailers, Vans, Vehicles, Window Graphics, Windows, Walls and Floors/by John Bogensberger

Vinyl Wall Wrap in downtown Spokane restaurant

Self Adhesive Vinyl (SAV) is an excellent medium that can be used to get your message on virtually any surface. It can be used to create dry erase boards, vehicle wraps, floor graphics, and more. Starting with vinyl wall wraps, here are 10 modern vinyl applications, the type of vinyl we recommend, and why:

Whitworth brick wall wrap

Brick Wall Wrap- We use 8624 Textured Vinyl with laminate to apply to brick or cinder blocks. This vinyl is perfect for rough textures and porous surfaces. The finished product looks like it’s painted on the surface. Textured vinyl has a releasable adhesive, making removal is easy with no adhesive residue left behind. This is a truly amazing graphics film.
Backlit Sign Graphics- Use Translucent Vinyl for backlit signs. It adheres to clear Lexan, acrylic or a similar surface and lets light through, illuminating the printed graphics. Translucent vinyl is also available in spot colors.
Reflective Signs- Use Reflective Vinyl for safety signs, emergency vehicles, or anywhere else signage needs to be illuminated in low light. Most projects require Engineer Grade Reflective Vinyl, but we also have different levels of Diamond Grade reflective vinyl available.
Spokane Airport PT Changeable vinyl wall wrap

Reusable Fabric Stickers- Use PT Changeable Vinyl, a washable vinyl fabric. PT Changeable vinyl can be re-adhered to any flat surface again and again. We find it’s especially useful in retail stores where products and layout change frequently. To wash these fabric decals, use isopropyl alcohol and rub clean.
Decals for Auto Glass- Use Perforated Window Film with laminate to get large graphics on car windows without affecting visibility. Perforated Window Film, just like it sounds, has tiny holes cut out of the vinyl. Even though the image is really only half there, it is easily viewable from the outside, and from the inside, the driver and passengers can see right through the vinyl. There are different perforated window films to choose from with varying degrees of transparency.
Temporary Decals- Use intermediate vinyl. There are several intermediate, or calendared, vinyl films to choose from. They are called calendared because they are rolled and flattened into shape. Intermediate vinyl tends to go back to its natural shape after 1-3 years, meaning you will begin to see curling up at the edges and even cracks through the middle as the material shrinks. It also tends to be a more aggressive vinyl, which can be difficult to work with, but that inconvenience is off-set by the cheaper price. Intermediate vinyl is perfect for temporary decals, including truck numbers that need to be updated frequently.
Away with Words full design & wrap on car

Vehicle Wrap- Use 3M Control Tac Vinyl or Avery Supreme Wrapping Film. These are both high performance vinyl films specifically designed for vehicle wraps and other long term wrap projects. These films fall under the category of “cast vinyl,” which is conformable and does not shrink over time. It is guaranteed to last 5-7 years, is outdoor-durable, and best of all, the releasable adhesive won’t leave any goo when it’s time to remove the vehicle wrap.
Custom Dry Erase Board- Use Dry Erase Vinyl. It’s a clear vinyl that can be applied over a printed image, giving it dry erasability. For a really cool effect, apply dry erase vinyl to an entire wall or custom printed wallpaper to make a giant custom dry erase board.
Window Decals- Use Clear Vinyl with a layer of white ink beneath the color to give the image translucence and not transparency. This will help the color really pop and give your custom decals a professional look.
Blacktop Wrap–Use 6121 Street Vinyl for special use on blacktop or concrete. This is great for temporary outdoor floor graphics or sidewalk wraps. This vinyl is not releasable or conformable.

As you can see, we stock vinyl for every occasion. We strive for excellent customer service, which includes coming up with unique solutions to suit any sign project, timeline and budget. For vinyl wall wraps to vehicle wraps and everything in between, contact Signs for Success to get started on your custom vinyl project today!