Actually, what really gets me is the amount of businesses that go cheap on their most important advertising tool, their sign. I assure you that is NOT where you want to go cheap. The right investment in your signage will bring about the best return for your money.

Don’t get me wrong, I understand bugets. However, don’t make the mistake of turning loose of that precious budget on a cheap sign. What’s the difference? In many cases for the same amount of money as that cheap sign, you know from the sign shop that only wants your money, you can get a FAR more effective sign with us. Something with some thought put into it! The right colors, yep colors, not just one color. Something that allows the public to take in your message quicker. That is effective use of your budget!

Remember, we’re only a phone call away. . .573.835.8080. . .and we can provide you a quick proof online. This will allow you to see the difference for yourself. Worried you may be too far away to take advantage of our services? Well, you may be the customer, but in this case you are wrong. We can ship anywhere or in some cases deliver your sign and meet you in person.

In the end you’ll be MUCH happier with your signage knowing it is right the first time. Oh. . .don’t forget to match that great new sign with some business cards, brochures, and many other marketing tools. We have you covered there as well.

That was 573.835.8080. . .gotta’ go, the phone is ringing.

Finished this sign for Montgomery Sales today. This will be displayed this month at our local county fair.

Thanks to the gang at Montgomery Sales for their continued support.

A few months pass and a few people did “flood” in. They told a few people how great your business is and the word is out. You’re on your way now, right?

A year passes. . .not as many people have “flooded” in as you had hoped. What’s wrong? What’s missing?

You are throwing the best party of the century, don’t people get it? Not if you didn’t send out the best invitations! Running your business without effective marketing is like throwing a party without invitations. Can you imagine that? All the effort to throw a great party and then just sitting back and waiting for the guests to arrive. Like something big is going to just happen.

Don’t run your business like this! Invest in solid marketing, the invitations, for your business. Tell the world how great you are with a well thought out brand. Put that brand on business cards, flyers, signage, mailers, brochures, and many other places.

Need help getting the word out? We’ve got your back and are only a phone call away. Ring us up, email us, or visit today. We’ll help get the word out by creating the “best inivitions” you can imagine!

Signage can say many things to the public. It can express your personality, or quickly describe your business. Some signs whisper to the public. Why? Because they are too small to be effective in their location. Some signs talk loud and clear. Those signs are far more effective at reaching the public, but is the message clear? The size of the sign may be right, but the message is lost with too much information. Imagine three people talking at once describing the best product in the world. They are excited and you want to know more, but you just can’t process the information.

Does your sign tell the public your business is current? If your signage is not in good repair it may tell the public your business is no more, or close to closing. 24 hours of telling the public your business is on deaths door is hard to overcome!

What about the message your sign delivers. Does it send the same message as the rest of your marketing? If not you may be confusing the public further. How? Imagine someone describing to you the best product in the world. You’re interested and want to know where you can get this great product. They explain that it is just down the street and describe what to look for as you reach the location. With this information in hand you take off as quick as possible to the destination. Soon you feel you may have gone to far. You’re a bit confused and think back on their description. Nothing seems to fit. Sure, there is one that seems right, but the description doesn’t match and you want to make sure you get the product they described. If your marketing is not consistant with the message delivered by your sign much the same scenerio may happen to potential customers. A disaster for your bottom dollar!

Another concern is rather the message delivered by your sign fits the industry you are in. Is it fun or does it need to be strictly professional? In marketing a product or service there are many ways to grab the attention of the public. However, none seem more effective than a “mascot”. Think about the commercials on telivision today. Name a brand and chances are there is a mascot associated with the name. Consumers react to these even when the message is of a more professional tone. It works for many, will it work for you?

This may seem like a lot to consider to simply tell the public you have the best product or offer the best service. Why not just put that on the sign, right? Standing apart from others in our given industry means we are remembered when the time comes for our services. If we allow our customers to pick us out of the phone book or find us in other ways on their own we simply haven’t done our job. Our signage and marketing should have done the work for us. If the message is jumbled or not clear the investment in our marketing is lost.

When choosing a sign shop to fulfill your signage and marketing look at their own signs. Look at their past work and pay attention to the details. Do they keep the message clear? Do they understand how to make your signage effective? Also consider the materials they use. Does your signage require premium vinyls? Will it need to be printed? Do they simply want your money or would they like to see your business succeed?

Most importantly make sure you get your sign done right the first time. Protect your investment with a clear message on a sign that fits the circumstances. If done correctly your sign will say a lot about your business and deliver a good message for your business. . .24 hours a day.

We’re waiting for your call.

Fair Market | PVC Sign Kit

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Installed a new sign for Fair Market, Inc. today.

In helping Fair Market with their sign and new door lettering we digitized their existing logo to finish our work. We also provided the quality artwork for any other projects they may need.

Thanks for calling on us! We enjoyed working with you and look forward to future projects.

These PVC Sign Kits are low maintenance and budget friendly!

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Found a photo of our car on flickr. Dang paparazzi!

sketch to finished digital artwork. Artwork to be used on the race car as well as tees and smaller decals.
The artwork was first hand drawn, scanned, digitized, and then roughed up a bit. Centered around the existing NFW brand this logo is already a hit with watch collectors. Request have been made for tees, decals, and other items displaying this logo. You can bet NFW will meet the demand!

Oh yeah, the big race. George and NFW will be participating in the 24 Hours of Lemons! That’s right not LeMans, LeMons. Here is a link for more details on the race: http://www.24hoursoflemons.com/

Have a great race George! The Furdog Team is behind you!!

Although they were already working with another sign shop it was decided this project needed extra attention. When that is the case it makes sense to turn to the experts in design and production, doesn’t it?

Thanks for calling on us for your “Good Sign”. We look forward to working with you much more in the future!

We worked with Jessie’s mother using the colors of the wedding to create a beautifully printed banner. Gerber daisies in a variety of colors will be used in their decor. We pulled this theme right through to the banner.

Sandy, Jessie’s mother, exclaimed “Oh, that is beautiful!” when she stopped by to pick it up today. We agree Sandy!

Congratulations to the happy couple! Thanks for including us on your special day.