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USPS Color Requirements for Curbside Mailboxes: What You Should Know
Monday May 20, 2019
When purchasing curbside mailboxes for a neighborhood or residential community, you'll need to choose an appropriate color. The United States Postal Service (USPS) is pretty flexible regarding the color of curbside mailboxes, but there are still a few things you'll need to know. By complying with the USPS's color requirements, you can avoid the headache of having to replace or repaint your mailboxes in the future.
Guidelines to Follow When Installing Apartment Mailboxes
Monday May 13, 2019
There are now over 2 million apartment buildings in the United States, according to a Rental Housing Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. If you're faced with the task of developing or renovating an apartment building, you might be wondering what type of mailboxes you should use. With multiple residences per each apartment building, traditional curbside mailboxes aren't practical. Instead, you'll need to choose a more convenient and easily accessible type of mailbox that complies with the United States Postal Service's (USPS's) guidelines.
Comparing the 3 Primary Types of Traffic Signs
Monday May 06, 2019
Traffic signs—also known as roadway signs—play a vital role in communicating important information and instructions to both motorists and pedestrians. Dating back thousands of years to ancient milestone markers, traffic signage has evolved into a critical component of modern transportation infrastructure. Today, especially with the rise of automotive travel, these signs are more essential than ever for maintaining safety and order on roads. In the United States, there are dozens of types of traffic signs, but most fall into three main categories: regulatory, warning, and guide signs. Each serves a distinct purpose—some regulate behavior, others warn of upcoming conditions, and some guide travelers to destinations. Whether you're designing signage for an HOA, private neighborhood, or master-planned community, understanding these categories is key to creating compliant, functional, and visually consistent signage systems.