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Title: van signwriting
Post by: C.C.S. on August 08, 2016, 05:00:39 pm
Hi all.I'm just about to sign write my van and just received one proof and just wanted some feedback.
Thank you
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: p1w1 on August 08, 2016, 05:29:01 pm
its ok, personally i think its a bit over crowded and would suit a bigger van, perhaps you could get rid of the "ask us for a quote" bit and replace with the tel numbers you could then have your logo and cleaning services bigger (perhaps just have 2 numbers if you can on the door).
The list of all the things you clean could you not change that to "exterior cleaning specialists" or even as above remove the numbers and have the logo bigger with what you clean underneath remove the line "give a fresh look to your home" and replace with (windows- gutters- patio & driveways etc) .
I would also try and have the web address higher up, i think people will remember this more  easier then a phone number and it also focuses people to your website which can only help it.
The back looks fine tho but i would try put a list of your services on there people behind you in traffic have more time to read it , i also wouldn't bother with graphics on the front.
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: nathankaye on August 08, 2016, 05:37:51 pm
Same as above sad to say mate.
There seems a lot going on, especially as already pointed out, the 3 large listings of contact numbers. Seems like your scared of missing a call, but i dont think a potential client will note all three and certainly wont try all three numbers buddy.  Can that space be used to bullet point your services more clearly perhaps.
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: Ian101 on August 08, 2016, 06:01:31 pm
loose one of the phone numbers
loose "ask for a quote" from doors

put phone numbers x2 on doors
put web address onto side of roof

make rest as big as poss
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: lal on August 08, 2016, 06:33:13 pm
loose one of the phone numbers
loose "ask for a quote" from doors

put phone numbers x2 on doors
put web address onto side of roof

make rest as big as poss

Totally agree with everything Ian has pointed out above, especially loosing one of the phone numbers.
Regards
Lal
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: deeege on August 08, 2016, 06:55:12 pm
Just have a landline number and divert the calls on from there. Costs pennies and makes it look far tidier. Also means you can divert the calls to the right number when one of you is on holiday etc.
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: cgh window cleaning on August 08, 2016, 07:19:24 pm
I have the same van and believe the simpler the better if you over crowd it it makes it to hard to read and won't stand out.

This is how I had mine done.(http://www.cleanitup.co.uk/smf/1470680348_IMG_2539.JPG)
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: cgh window cleaning on August 08, 2016, 07:26:18 pm
here's the back.
I only do window cleaning so I don't need to advertise as many services as others.plus the design was planed not to stand out to much  but just enough.
but may give you some ideas.



(http://www.cleanitup.co.uk/smf/1470680594_IMG_2547.JPG)
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: robbo333 on August 08, 2016, 08:59:56 pm
(http://www.cleanitup.co.uk/smf/1470686352_J and A Cleaning.jpg)

I'd keep it more like this.
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: Susan Dean (1stclean) on August 08, 2016, 09:39:53 pm
find a better sign writer where you going ? premier signs are the best in Colchester

robbo333 is very good  I would remove the bubbles under the j&a myself as well
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: C.C.S. on August 09, 2016, 08:32:31 am
Thank you for your feedback. I do agree is a little to busy. It's only the first design though so I'll ask them for some changes  and get back to you.
Robbo that is very good thank you very much .I'll drop an email to premiers signs today Susan. Thanks
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: C.C.S. on August 09, 2016, 12:41:03 pm
(http://www.cleanitup.co.uk/smf/1470686352_J and A Cleaning.jpg)
Hi. Can I just ask how you done the design? I would like to have a play myself if you don't mind. Thanks

I'd keep it more like this.
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: robbo333 on August 09, 2016, 05:07:04 pm
Photoshop, but I used to be a graphic designer.
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: C.C.S. on August 09, 2016, 07:56:55 pm
I managed to design something on the the sign builder.com
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: C.C.S. on August 09, 2016, 07:59:10 pm
sorry i had to take it the photos by phone from the net as I don't think they allow me to download
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: nathankaye on August 09, 2016, 08:03:42 pm
The newer designs are a vast improvement, esp by taking on board some of the advice from your feeds.
Personally tho, i still feel 2 contact numbers posted is a little too much as you also have your web page on there as well. (You web page can host the many contacts numbers you wish) but perhaps on the van in todays age, perhaps stick to the mobile.
Even the sweet old dears have mobile phones, or if not, i still recieve enquiries from the older generation on my mobile.
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: Smurf on August 09, 2016, 08:08:48 pm
I've never used a van with signwriting on myself as never really found the need. 
You might as well put NICK ME on the sides of the van as plenty go walkies each year.
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: C.C.S. on August 09, 2016, 08:17:03 pm
I've never used a van with signwriting on myself as never really found the need. 
You might as well put NICK ME on the sides of the van as plenty go walkies each year.
Hi thanks for the input. I'm one step ahead as the van has alarm and tracking installed
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: Smurf on August 09, 2016, 08:18:51 pm
I've never used a van with signwriting on myself as never really found the need. 
You might as well put NICK ME on the sides of the van as plenty go walkies each year.
Hi thanks for the input. I'm one step ahead as the van has alarm and tracking installed

And I hope it's fully insured too ...Just don't go leaving the keys in the ingniton either as I know at least 3 this year that have been taken by scallywags whilst cleaner are out of site working  ;D
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: C.C.S. on August 09, 2016, 08:34:34 pm
I've never used a van with signwriting on myself as never really found the need. 
You might as well put NICK ME on the sides of the van as plenty go walkies each year.
Hi thanks for the input. I'm one step ahead as the van has alarm and tracking installed

And I hope it's fully insured too ...Just don't go leaving the keys in the ingniton either as I know at least 3 this year that have been taken by scallywags whilst cleaner are out of site working  ;D
I never leave my keys in the van especially in the ignition
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: Smurf on August 09, 2016, 08:37:12 pm
I bet you will and have done in the past too  ;D
Never say never as we all do it now and again
Title: Re: van signwriting
Post by: Susan Dean (1stclean) on August 09, 2016, 08:49:23 pm
i would just have one number , bin off  the solar panel cleaning as well , and maybe the gutter cleaning , this will allow more space for the rest , instead of listing all you do make the room for what you are going to make the most money out of doing