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ADA Signs
At It’s A Good Sign in Dallas, Texas, we believe that signage should welcome everyone. ADA compliant signs are required by law to create accessible spaces. But for us, accessibility guides more than just sticking to the legal minimums. We see signs as helping to build a culture of true inclusion.
Our signs act as silent helpers to make navigation effortless for all visitors. Have you ever entered an unfamiliar place and felt lost right away? This can be exponentially harder for people with disabilities. Thoughtful signage gives people back their independence to explore confidently. We create signs that connect and empower.
Let’s explore together the world of ADA signage and how it transforms spaces. What exactly are these signs, what do they do, and how can they open doors for your business?
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Braille Signage
Chances are you’ve seen those small domed dots on signs but never knew what they meant. That’s called Braille, and it’s life-changing design for people with vision loss. Braille uses special patterns of raised dots to represent all letters and numbers. For Braille on ADA signs to work correctly, dot height, diameter, and spacing must precisely match strict rules.
But why have Braille at all in the age of text-to-speech apps? Personal devices aren’t always available or reliable. Braille gives people with vision loss a consistent way to navigate independently, without dependence on technology. It puts information directly at their fingertips, quite literally.
Braille signs foster self-reliance and freedom. We’ve seen clients attract many more visitors with vision loss after installing our ADA signs. It wasn’t just legal compliance. New people came because updated signage said – you belong here.
Tactile Signage
While Braille steals much of the spotlight, tactile elements on signs quietly do heavy lifting to make information accessible. Tactile parts like raised letters create multi-sensory design by engaging both touch and sight. This makes content more memorable and usable for all.
Don’t underestimate the power of tactile signs. Raised text benefits people with a wide spectrum of abilities, not only blindness. Even those unable to read Braille can process shapes of raised letters. And because touch lasts longer than vision, tactile cues directly support wayfinding and recall.
At It’s A Good Sign, we leverage cutting-edge printing technology to create attractive tactile signs exceeding ADA rules. Our ideal is that the signs we create blend so well into a space that you barely notice them working.
Wayfinding Signage
Have you ever felt lost and frustrated wandering through a large building? Wayfinding guides help by mapping optimal paths. But ADA compliant wayfinding does even more – it brings certainty of navigation to all people.
Effective wayfinding starts with understanding user paths through a space. Thoughtful placement is key so the next sign is always easy to spot. ADA wayfinding signs also use design choices like high color contrast, plain lettering, and of course tactile features for the blind.
Recently a client asked us to overhaul their confusing wayfinding. We color coded a new system with supportive icons so students could intuitively find their way. The result – less missed classes and a more welcoming campus for diverse learners.
At It’s A Good Sign, wayfinding is a science enhanced by design intuition. Ugly construction or medical buildings become more humane spaces when it’s easy for visitors to orient from room to room.
Room Identification Signs
Have you ever stood outside an office wondering “What happens in this room?” That’s the question ADA compliant room signs answer clearly. Room signs name spaces beyond just room numbers. And they do it ensuring equality of access.
ADA room signs must have:
- Raised letters and Braille room names/numbers
- Signs mounted in consistent spots like the door handle side
- High visual contrast between text and background
We create room signs checking all the boxes for compliance while also boosting a sense of place. Have you ever visited medical offices where every hallway looks the same? Consistent ADA room signs fix this confusion so patients feel at ease.
A clinic we worked with needed updated signs. We made their signs ADA compliant but also on brand. Each department got unique colors to make navigation intuitive. Patients of all abilities could now self-navigate. Subtle design choices made for a more welcoming environment.
Informational Signage
Information equals confidence and freedom. Informational signs share rules, instructions, and insights so people can use spaces as intended. But ADA informational signs take clarity a step further to ensure no one is left behind.
ADA informational signs skillfully balance complex requirements. First, they simplify language and arrange details logically. Icons also help absorb information at a glance. And just like other ADA signs, they add tactile features for sensory inclusion.
When designed well, informational signs feel almost invisible in their usefulness. Next time you casually use a public restroom, notice the ADA signs. They probably don’t stand out, but contain data on accessibility features for those who need it.
We recently installed informational signs for a park. The park staff wanted to share helpful tips without visual clutter. Our colorful signs used clear icons so people could quickly get the message. Plus they included Braille and raised text for good measure to aid all visitors. The signs improved how people experienced the park without interrupting it’s natural beauty.
ADA compliant signs certainly adhere to accessibility laws, which is crucial. But when properly designed, signs can achieve much more. They drive towards equality beyond base legal requirements. Signs send a quiet message – this space includes you.
At It’s A Good Sign, creating signage that welcomes everyone is our passion. From tactile wayfinding to informational icons, we help businesses make their environments usable and enjoyable for diverse visitors. Building an accessible space and an inclusive culture go hand in hand.
If you’re ready to make your location more navigable and compliant with ADA guidelines, let’s talk. Serving Dallas, Texas and the greater DFW metroplex, we’re excited to partner with you. We can conduct an audit for gaps and provide creative signage solutions tailored to your needs.
Contact It’s A Good Sign today to get started transforming your space. Because excellent design should always have accessibility for all as its foundation.
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