Indoor Signage

The establishments open to the public are subject to several regulatory obligations: safety signage (exits, fire extinguishers, alarms according to standards NF For ERPs of 5th category and above, specific fire signaling (NF S 60-303). Stand-Direct provides compliant media and can produce the necessary certificates for your audits.

The choice depends on your visual universe and prestige level. Engraved Plexiglas: modern, premium, suitable for design and corporate spaces. Powder-coated aluminum: robust, versatile, ideal for high-traffic environments (administrations, schools, hospitals). Noble lacquered wood: traditional, warm, perfect for boutique hotels, professional offices, premium catering. Systematically favor consistency with your existing decorative charter.

For the standard identification of an individual office, the horizontal A5 (21 x 14.8 cm) or A6 (10.5 x 14.8 cm) format is generally optimal: readable at 2-3 meters, sufficiently discreet not to distort the door. For meeting rooms, mount in horizontal A4 to integrate several information (name of the room, capacity, available functions). For service identifications on corridor walls, A3 or A2 format for readability at 5-8 meters.

Yes for scalable environments (flexible offices, shared spaces, services with variable staff numbers). The interchangeable plates allow a change of name or function in a few seconds without dismantling, which considerably simplifies administrative management and avoids new orders for each change. For permanent identification (company name, long-term services), classic engraved signage remains more economical and aesthetically more rewarding.

The standard installation height of door plates is 1.50 to 1.60 meters from the ground, i.e. above the door handle and at eye level of a standing adult. This height guarantees optimal visibility without having to look down or look up. For establishments welcoming people in wheelchairs, plan for an installation height of 1.30 meters to ensure PMR visibility (accessibility compliance). For service identification plates on walls perpendicular to doors, height 2 meters for visibility from afar in corridors.

The multi-site harmonization begins with the definition of a precise signage charter: materials, finishes, Pantone colors, typographies, pictograms, standard formats. This charter serves as a reference for all future orders, guaranteeing perfect consistency even during staggered partial renewals. Stand-Direct supports the creation and production of standardized kits that can be replicated across the entire fleet, optimizing both visual consistency and overall cost for chains and franchises.

Lifespan depends on the material and the context. Interior powder-coated aluminum plates: 15-20 years. Engraved plexi plates: 10-15 years. Laminated adhesive vinyl: 5-8 years indoors (then slight fading). Noble lacquered wood plates: 10-15 years. The main factors of wear are impacts (high traffic areas) and unsuitable cleaning products. With appropriate maintenance, your signage investment is amortized over a minimum of 10-15 years.

Yes, the integration of QR codes on interior signage is becoming more and more common. It extends physical information into digital content: interactive establishment plan, detailed service information, support request, presentation video. The QR code is printed in high definition on the plate or added as a laminated sticker. To guarantee reading by smartphone, allow a minimum size of 2 x 2 cm for a reading distance of 30 cm.

For complete establishment signage equipment (orientation signage, office identifications, service plates, regulatory signs), allow 4 to 8 weeks: 1-2 weeks of design and graphic proof, 3-5 weeks of production and customization, 1 week of delivery. For serial orders (chains, franchises), our salespeople establish a dedicated, optimized logistics schedule. Standard references in stock are delivered in 2-4 working days.