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People are outside. Your marketing should be there too.

If you’ve got a yard, a sidewalk, a parking lot, then you’ve got a marketing opportunity. Outdoor signage is an excellent way to drive traffic, activity and awareness around your product or service offering. Make the most of it.

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Yard & Outdoor Signs 

The natural environment that surrounds us is teeming with untapped marketing opportunities. For instance, consider humble yard signs, which are a quintessential example of on-premise marketing. With the advent of modern smartphone technology, incorporating a QR code into a yard sign can transport you to a website, landing page, or even a digital tour in an instant! 

This strategy can be used for commercial outdoor signage as well, whether it is a bench advertisement, a bus stop shelter sign, a billboard, or even a floor graphic that can be placed on hardscape. Businesses frequently use custom yard signs, outdoor marketing signs, and branded outdoor displays to promote special offers, announce upcoming events, provide directions, or increase awareness of their services.

At Sir Speedy, we have a team of sign specialists who are equipped with a vast selection of sign styles and robust substrates that can withstand almost any type of weather. Our yard sign printing options offer many possibilities. From weather resistant yard signs and double-sided yard signs to custom corrugated signs, construction site signs, real estate yard signs, political campaign yard signs, grand opening yard signs, and retail promotional signage, we can help you select the right solution for your goals.

Our outdoor signs are built to last, ensuring that your marketing message remains visible and impactful in all seasons. We can help you choose the right design, material, and installation method to achieve the desired result for your project.

So why wait? Share your outdoor signage project with us today and let us help you take advantage of the boundless marketing potential of your location with professionally designed outdoor marketing signs, custom yard signs, and other commercial outdoor signage solutions that deliver lasting results!

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Common Uses for Custom Yard and Outdoor Signs

Custom yard signs are widely used for a variety of marketing, informational, and promotional purposes. 
They are a popular choice for real estate listings, political campaigns, event promotions, retail advertising, community awareness initiatives, and directional signage. They are a popular choice for real estate yard signs, political campaign yard signs, grand opening yard signs, retail promotional signage, community awareness initiatives, and directional yard signs.

Since they are affordable, easy to install, and highly visible, custom yard signs for sale provide an effective way to communicate messages directly to people passing by. Temporary outdoor signs are also commonly used to promote seasonal sales, grand openings, construction projects, and other time-sensitive campaigns that require flexible, short-term advertising.

Business yard signs and outdoor promotional signs can be positioned near storefronts, roadsides, parking lots, and event venues where they can capture customer attention. Portable sign formats make it easy to update promotions or messaging without investing in permanent installations, allowing businesses to respond quickly to changing marketing needs. Many organizations also enhance their outdoor marketing signs by incorporating QR codes, promotional offers, or directional information, making it easier for customers to access digital content, find specific locations, or engage with a brand both online and in person.

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Material, Durability, and Placement Considerations for Outdoor Signs

Outdoor signs are available in a variety of durable materials, with the best choice depending on factors such as weather exposure, installation method, display duration, and visibility requirements. Material selection plays an important role in how well signage performs in outdoor environments. Weather resistant yard signs are designed to withstand wind, moisture, sunlight, and changing temperatures, helping businesses maintain a professional appearance throughout the life of their campaign. 

Many businesses choose corrugated plastic yard signs because they offer a lightweight, durable solution for temporary promotions and events. Custom corrugated signs are commonly used for construction site signs, real estate yard signs, political campaigns, and retail promotions due to their versatility and affordability. For applications that require messaging from multiple directions, double sided yard signs can maximize exposure and improve visibility.

Businesses should carefully consider placement to maximize the effectiveness of their signage. Factors such as viewing distance, traffic speed, lighting conditions, installation location, and surrounding obstacles all influence how easily a sign can be seen and read. 

Different sign types, such as yard signs, storefront sidewalk signs, mounted panels, freestanding displays, and custom roadside signs, serve different promotional and directional purposes depending on the environment. Proper sizing, secure mounting methods, and strategic placement can improve readability, increase high visibility, and strengthen your overall outdoor branding with attractive branded outdoor displays that consistently reinforce your message.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are custom yard signs commonly used for?

Custom yard signs are commonly used for promotions, directional messaging, event advertising, political campaigns, real estate marketing, and community outreach. Businesses often invest in custom yard signs for sale because they are portable, affordable, and provide high visibility in outdoor environments. Popular applications include real estate yard signs, political campaign yard signs, grand opening yard signs, directional yard signs, and business yard signs that promote products, services, or upcoming events.

What materials are commonly used for outdoor signs?

Outdoor signs are typically produced using durable materials selected to withstand changing weather conditions and prolonged outdoor exposure. Corrugated plastic yard signs are among the most popular options because they are lightweight, economical, and suitable for a wide range of promotional applications. Many businesses also choose custom corrugated signs for temporary advertising, construction site signs, event promotions, and directional messaging.

The ideal material depends on factors such as wind exposure, moisture, sunlight, display duration, and the installation environment. Weather resistant yard signs help businesses maintain a professional appearance throughout changing seasons, while double sided yard signs increase message visibility from multiple directions. Choosing the right material improves portability, durability, appearance, and the overall lifespan of commercial outdoor signage, ensuring your investment continues to support your outdoor branding goals.

How do businesses choose the right size for outdoor signage?

Selecting the right size for outdoor promotional signs depends on several factors, including viewing distance, traffic speed, placement height, and the surrounding environment. Larger custom roadside signs and other commercial outdoor signage are often the best choice for roadways, parking lots, and high-traffic areas where messages need to be seen from a greater distance. 

Readability is equally important when designing outdoor marketing signs. Typography size, color contrast, graphics, and message length all influence how quickly people can understand the information being presented. Businesses should also consider local zoning requirements, placement restrictions, and installation guidelines when selecting sign dimensions to ensure their custom yard signs and other outdoor displays are both effective and compliant.

What should businesses consider before installing outdoor signs?

Before installing business yard signs or other commercial outdoor signage, businesses should evaluate their marketing goals, installation location, weather exposure, mounting requirements, and any applicable local signage regulations. Traffic flow, pedestrian visibility, lighting conditions, and nearby landscaping or structures can all affect how well outdoor promotional signs perform. Choosing durable materials such as weather resistant yard signs or corrugated plastic yard signs can also help extend the life of temporary and long-term outdoor displays.

It’s also beneficial to coordinate exterior signage with your overall branding strategy. Pairing branded outdoor displays with complementary graphics, wayfinding elements, and interior signage creates a consistent customer experience from the moment visitors arrive. 

Sir Speedy can help you develop a signage solution that includes custom yard signs, retail promotional signage, construction site signs, and outdoor event signage, along with matching window and wall graphics and interior lobby signage to create a seamless brand presence across your entire facility.

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I would highly recommend Sir Speedy Printing in Manhattan, KS! The quality of customer service and top-notch meticulous work is why I will use them again!

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Working with Sir Speedy is always a pleasure. They are fast, efficient and very creative. Plus accurate...never had to have anything redone

Greta Baack

Sir Speedy created the best feather flags to greet guests at the K-State Gardens. And the order also included banners and parking signs. All look top-notch!

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Print job was done just as I requested and I received right on time! Great people to work with!

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We used Sir Speedy for our Fundraiser. They were fast, efficient, and extremely helpful when deciding what products we wanted to incorporate into our event. I can not speak highly enough of what I would consider the best print shop in Manhattan!

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Every year we have Sir Speedy make our programs for our annual event. They always exceed my expectations. The programs look fantastic!

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The Sir Speedy team is always friendly, and professional to work with. Anything I’ve ordered has been great quality and accurate to my specifications. They are quick and I’ve even been able to pick up my order ahead of schedule at times.

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Maria Rosado

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I started having Sir Speedy do my Christmas cards a couple years ago. I am a retired art teacher, so I design my cards and envelopes and I am very picky about how they turn out. Bella and Lorie are always good about asking how things are supposed to look and they are timely getting them done! I will always come back and I will use them for my professional jobs as well!

Gregory Sauer

They didn't even charge me for a high quality scan. If I need printing services, I'll definitely return here.

Jessica F

Highly recommend Sir Speedy!! Quality, reliable, great communication, and they truly care for their customers! At Fox Home Innovations we always receive the best products and know that it will be done the right way.

Heather Lansdowne

Last week we had an after-hours print job that was critical to the success of a major event (needed to reprint something quickly... long story!) and we were able to reach Sir Speedy after 5:00 on a Friday and they found someone who could come in and do our emergency print job early on a Saturday morning. I've done business with this team for many, many years (I still call them Hawley Printing in my notes!) and they have always done quality work with a fast (dare I say SPEEDY) turnaround, and this cheerful helpfulness doesn't surprise me, though it felt even more above and beyond the call of duty than anything I've experienced there before. They truly set the bar for outstanding customer service. Folks, THIS is why you Shop Local -- because community businesses care about their community and go out of their way to help when that help is needed. A special thank you to Becca who took the call and to Kendall who made it happen.

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Sir Speedy Manhattan

1668 Hayes Drive
Manhattan, KS 66502

Business Hours

  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
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