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Number stencils are a new resource for the new year

Originally Posted: 2011/02/18
By , Staff Writer
There area many different things that a business can do when trying to get a leg-up on competition. With the economy slowly climbing out of the recession, retailers, now more than ever, are trying their best to come up with new ways to attract customers in more ways than ever. One of the most effective ways is by adding sharp-looking number and other type of stencils to a business.

One of the most overlooked things that business owners tend to ignore is the importance of having easily identifiable numbers on the exterior of the store. A business can have as many great deals in place as it wants, but if a person is not able to find the store's address, he or she may never step through the door in the first place. To make sure that this doesn't happen, smart business owners will often turn to number stencils that can prominently place the entrance of the store.

There are many things to consider when thinking about the design of number stencils. The first is how curvy or straight a number should be. If the business is a playful one, then it may be a good idea to have a more informal type of number design. The fun number design will automatically put a customer at ease even before they walk through the door. A person walking by who sees the fun number font will likely have a smile on their face and say to themselves, "this is sure to be a laid-back and relaxing experience, just look at those playful numbers up there."

If a business wants to take a more serious tone, then its a good idea to have more rigid numbers. Numbers that are unambiguous, that are bold and authoritative will let customers know that the store is trying to appeal to a certain type of customer. The no-frills number system will allow those to find your store and not be distracted when walking in.

No matter what type of store a person has, a number stencil outline is always a good idea. The classic look will set a business apart from others that have cheap looking or unprofessional numbers. Not only will it look impressive, but the set up process is inexpensive and can be done quickly.
© 2011 All rights reserved. Reproduction with permission.

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