Door Plaque Order Guide
Door Number plaques are printed by our partner specializing in ADA braille signage. Specify size, colors, font - even add your brand logo.
Ordering your Door Number Plaques
Plaque Mock-up
A mock-up of your plaque design must be submitted in vector format. Accepted file types include .eps, .svg, .pdf, or .ai. File must include designs for all desired room numbers. Please include a copy of the file as PDF so all business partners can view/approve designs.
Plaque Specifications
The following specifications must be submitted by PDF/word/excel document, or included directly on the Plaque Mock-up .eps file:
Plaque Size
Any size up to 25 square inches. Most customers select a size within 1-inch from edge of door panel. For door plaques larger than 25 square inches, please contact factory for quotation.
Plaques come at a standard thickness of 1/16” thick.
Plaque Background Color and Plaque Lettering
Can color match door panel finish, use standard PC/Mac color swatches, or select from Pantone color swatches.
Characters and symbols must contrast with background. Light characters/symbols on dark background (or vice versa).
Braille is printed clear.
Font
Select from standard fonts include Arial, Helvetica, Century Gothic Pro, Avenir and Futura. Apple fonts or Adobe Typekit fonts can be accommodated.
Any unsupported/paid fonts must be either converted to outlines before delivery, or .otf or .ttf font files must be supplied to the print company.
ADA requirements specify a size range for text height of 5/8 - 2 inches. Braille should have a minimum of 3/8 inch clearance on all sides.
Use simple, sans serif fonts, in medium or bold weight. Do not use italics, scripts, or other hard-to-read styles.
Font Size
Select a size that allows for space on all 4 sides of lettering (min. 3/8in), and enough space to be ADA compliant with braille. For ADA compliance see local ADA regulations.
Download ADA Plaque Specifications Template (Excel)
Curt & Kaela Sconce Unit Number Specifications Template (Excel)
If including specifications directly on the vector mock-up, this file is not required.
Required Specifications:
Standard Font Options:
Completed files can be sent to sales@alvalight.com
Once files have been reviewed, we will request final sign off before sending to production. Plaque production is 6 weeks after submission of design. Plaque lead time cannot be expedited; design information should be submitted as soon as possible after releasing order. Completed door number plaques are then sent by mail directly to customer to be attached to the sconce panel on site once sconces have been installed.
For assistance contact info@alvalight.com, or call 510 993 0898
Alva® Lighting is not responsible for compliance with ADA regulations.
This page contains recommended best practices. To ensure compliance with all ADA requirements, we refer you to local ADA regulations.
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The American Disabilities Act (ADA) has several requirements for signage, including:
Character height: The height of characters on an ADA sign should be between 5/8 in and 2 in. The height is measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character.
Character spacing: The space between characters should be at least 1/8 in, but no more than four times the character stroke.
Character style: Characters should be in a sans serif font, and not in italics or condensed.
Character case: Characters should be in uppercase.
Character depth: Raised characters should be at least 1/32 in above the sign's base.
Character proportions: The width of the uppercase letter “O” should be at least 55% and no more than 110% of the height of the uppercase “I”.
Braille: Signs that identify a public space should be in Grade 2 Braille.
Contrast ratio: Signs should have a high contrast ratio between the background and the content.
Finish: Signs should have a non-glare finish.
Pictograms: Signs should include the appropriate pictograms, such as a symbol for stairs or restroom.
Tactile characters: Tactile characters should be located 48 in to 60 in above the ground.
Clear floor space: There should be a clear floor space of at least 18 in by 18 in centered on the tactile characters.
Some states and municipalities have additional signage requirements that go beyond the federal ADA regulations.
Alva's Indira Rectangle Interior Wall Sconce with ADA Compliant Braille Door Number Plaque
Alva's Indira Curved Interior Wall Sconce with ADA Compliant Braille Door Number Plaque
