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25%

25% -- reading speed increase from borders for signage (2025)

2025  · United States Sign Council Foundation

Adding a border to signage can increase reading speed by up to 25%.

  • Stated as 'up to 25%'
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25%
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2025
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signage
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United States Sign Council Foundation Primary Tier C
https://peakbanner.com/2025/07/21/how-nonprofits-can-maximize-visibility-with-custom-event-signage-o… ↗
Confidence: 48/100 Vintage: 2025 Channel: Deep Crawl
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How Nonprofits Can Maximize Visibility with Custom Event Signage on a Budget - Peak Banner
Nonprofits often face the challenge of standing out at events while working within tight budgets. Custom event signage can be a cost-effective way to boost visibility, communicate your mission, and leave a lasting impression. Nearly 48% of people associate signage with brand recall, and 79% believe …
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signage: 25% reading speed increase from borders. Source: United States Sign Council Foundation (2025). Via Lighthouse Intelligence -- https://lighthousedata.io/data/sign-borders-reading-speed-25-percent
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