Car washes are a common sight in the United Kingdom. They will be found in various locations and come in different forms. Simple hand wash cars may be seen in the residential areas while large automated ones may be found in shopping centres. Just like in any other business, it is important to attract customers. This is done through marketing and promotion. One way of wooing the public is through use of car wash signs. The signs come in all manner of sizes, shapes, designs and material. Also, each type will have its pros and cons. The following are the most common types of signs in car washes:

Advertising Signs 

Advertising or promotional signs are used to bring attention to a car wash. By simply reading it a customer will know of the existence of the facility. He will also get more information about the services offered by the car wash. In order to be effective, the sign needs to be brief, appealing, and memorable. This may be done using flashy colors, neon signs, revolving signs, and more. Common signs found in UK car wash include:

 

• · Car Wash Open
• · Hand Car Wash 
• · Car Wash Shop
• · Carwash
• · Garage and Car Wash
• · Car Wash Parking
• · 24/7 Car Wash

 

 

Warning Signs

Car washes also make use of warning signs. These are meant to warn people of a likely mishap in case of entering a restricted region. Furthermore, the signs also warn people against carrying out an activity that may put their lives or the car wash attendants at risk. The design of this signage will be slightly different from the ordinary or promotional signs. It will start with the word "DANGER" or "WARNING" and will bear a yellow triangle or a red color. Notable warning signs are as follows:

• · Warning -Slippery floor
• · Caution - Children playing
• · Authorised personnel only - Do Not Enter
• · Wet surface - Keep off
• · Warning­ - this area is under CCTV surveillance
• · Roll up your windows before entering

 

General and Funny Signs

This car wash warning signs may neither be promotional nor warning. They will simply give direction or stress on a point that people already know. To add some humour to the whole car wash exercise, some shops will use some funny signs. Although there are no standard rules on the nature of humour, it is advisable not to go overboard. Some general and funny signs found in various car washes are as follows:

 

• · Please wash hands before touching my car
• · Topless car wash
• · Only dirty cars allowed beyond this point
• · Best hand job in town

A car wash sign may appear rather simple; plain text with simple graphics printed on a flat surface. Nonetheless, the impact it will have on the business is always huge. A quality signage has the potential of attracting motorists from a distance. Added to quality service, you will be assured of repeat customers.