Friday, December 27, 2013

Decorating With Vintage Advertising Signs

By Harriett Crosby


For anyone who enjoys decorating their home, the choices are numerous. For many who are looking to save money may want to try something new or different that looks of quality and not as if they spent little money, there is an alternative. Adding vintage advertising signs is a way to liven up a space.

These signs and other artwork can bring a sense of nostalgia as some like to remember things that no longer exist. Some like to use these because these signs have colors, artwork, and text that is rather unusual and sometimes have fun or quirky images. Seeing these images is not as common as it once was.

Using vintage signs is nothing new as some businesses have done this as a way to bring a retro feel to their establishment. Sometimes these signs and other displays are inherited from the previous owner of the business. Whatever the reason, they add an aesthetic to a space and the great thing is that they are generally easy to add.

Choosing a theme or pattern for a room is common amongst those who enjoy decorating or adding visuals to a room. A good example is those who pick items and furnishings in one color and add items that are in that color range. The addition of vintage signs that have these particular colors can add an interesting contrast to the room.

The places that sell vintage ad signs and posters are plenty as they can be found online. However, most of these are high quality reproductions that are sold at good prices and some retailers may even offer a discount on special orders. Anyone that may be on the hunt for originals is likely to spend a lot of money as well as time looking for certain items.

Places to find original ad signs and posters are online and in person auctions, thrift shops, and other retailers. The only downside is that the selection may not be the best and the quality may be questionable. Although independent sellers who advertise original signs for sale, it may be wise to check them out thoroughly before going through with a sales transaction.

When some people buy retro or vintage signs to decorate a space, they may be inspired to decorate an entire room around the sign itself. The use of vintage lighting, furniture, and other items that may complement the sign or theme chosen for a room may also follow. Doing this can lead to many interesting conversations about what led them to create such a fun or interesting living space.

There are many places to find inspiration or basic ideas, such as the online retailers and websites that deal with room decoration. When there are a couple of ideas, a person should next find a seller that not only has a great price but also has positive feedback from previous buyers. The use of vintage advertising signs is a unique way to change the look of a room or space without spending a great deal of time or money.




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