We all see traffic signs most days, but how many of us actually know what they mean? Of course we have a good understanding of the general jest (or at least we’d hope so), but do you know exactly what traffic signs are asking you to do?

Now we are not going to go through every single traffic sign and explain what each one does as it would take up far too much of your time – and it’s pointless anyway as there is a highway code for that! Instead we thought we would talk you through some of the rules traffic signs follow.

If you see a red triangular sign of any description this will indicate a direct warning to the road user. These warnings could include anything from junctions to upcoming obstructions, and of course the signs apply to cyclists, riders and pedestrians too, as they're also road users.

The next type of signs you will notice are red circular signs, these indicate an order or orders. Again these signs are applicable to all road users and contain information such as the speed limit on that particular stretch of road. 

Another type of sign you will encounter on British roads are larger rectangular ones such as these direction ones found on motorways. Although the particular one we have chosen is green, you can expect to find these in a variety of other colours, all of which indicate the direction of a place.

The last type of traffic sign you will find indicates information of sorts. These signs inform road users of potential hazards like lane restrictions and merging road lanes, for example. These signs can also come in an assortment of different colours, though they are usually rectangular.

As well as being your one-stop-shop for safety signs, all things electrical, maintenance & cable management and labels, tags and nameplates, Label Source also offer an extensive range of General Signage to meet your every need. 

Our range of General Signage is extremely extensive, ensuring that we have every one of your signage needs more than covered. In fact, our range of general signage is almost too comprehensive - meaning we've had to extensively categorise our signs to make finding the right sign for you a quick and easy process. Here are the various categories you'll find on our General Signage page and some typical signs you can expect to find within these categories:

• Engraved Signs

Our engraved signs for building, facilities and office services are manufactured from engraving laminate, which provides an extremely sturdy and durable product. They can come with a self-adhesive backing or with drill holes for screw fixing. Our engraved signs are available in three sizes and can be made in seven different colour combinations to suit your needs. You can use our engraved signs to mark a smoking area or toilets, as our below examples show, but there are a number of other possibilities too! #

• information Signs

Our versatile information signs include a range of internationally recognised symbols as well as informative instructions to help customers and visitors. Below are two examples of our information signs, including the sign for female toilets and the notice to pull a door. Our information signs are in self adhesive vinyl and rigid plastic. 

• Retail and Office Signs 

Our retail and office signs are for use in retail stores, supermarkets, grocery shops, cash and carry outlets, newsagents and market stalls. These notice signs reinforce your company policy to customers, and include a range of phrases and notifications, including 'Private Property Keep Out' and 'Shoplifters Will Be Prosecuted'.

• Transport Information Signs 

Our transport information signs are for display on vehicles to inform and advise drivers, staff, passenders and the general public of operating procedures and safety issues. Transport information signs are for cars, commercial vehicles, emergency services, public transport and highway maintenance. Signs include the children on board and unleaded signs featured below, as well as so many more. 

• Public Area Signs 

Our public area signs are manufactured in brushed finish, metallix effect silver or gold plastic laminate. Ideal for internal use, they can contain a variety of different notices, including no smoking or a sign for the bathroom, as pictured below. 

• Architectural Signs

Our range of architectural signs are available in satin anodised aluminion, polished brass and stainless steel, in both satin and polished finishes. These door signs include 'Fire door Keep shut' and the gentlemen symbol door sign to name but two of many. 

• Deskplates and Doorplates

These deskplates and doorplates are perfect for providing clear identification of functions and personnel. You can customise these however you wish, but some of our most popular are 'Reception' and 'Position Closed'.

• Metal Doorplates

Our impressive collection of metal doorplates include the disabled toilet sign and the thank you for not smoking sign pictures below. The signs are made of 0.48mm aluminium alloy with metallic gold or chrome polyester surface. 

• Letters and Numbers

Our letters and numbers come in two different numbers and provide numbers 0 to 9 and letters A to Z. Our alphanumeric signs are perfect for labelling rooms or building numbers.

The beginning of the end. Durable Pipe red carded in Asbestos’ last Materials Cup Final

At this time of the season, when your team may be scrapping for every point, either aiming for promotion, or, God forbid, to avoid the trapdoor, all genuine supporters should spare a thought for the fall from grace of the all conquering Team Asbestos.

The rise of Asbestos was unprecedented, with regular promotions, championships and cup success. Asbestos established a formidable reputation, based on solid performance in all weather conditions. Their style was based on sound and fire proof keeping by Sound Absorption; a corrosive resistant defence (marshalled by the ever reliable Insulation); a versatile and creative midfield centred on the interplay of Linings and Coatings (with an uncanny knack of losing their markers); and a lethal combination upfront of Pipe, Trough and Roofing.

However, at the height of their power, reports started to circulate of tapes of illegal payments and rule infringements, and the hierarchy at Asbestos was labelled dangerous and poisonous, and this shook the very fabric of Asbestos. The tabloids, governing bodies and pundits turned on their former darlings. Asbestos reeled from the bad publicity leading to a loss of sponsorship contracts, diverse legal and medical claims, a failure to adapt to new rules, and a drift in support. The signs were not good, with loss of form leading to a slide down the divisions. Fair weather fans failed to tag along with their hardcore supporters, as crowd levels plummeted.

To demonstrate your duty of care, and to inform all lovers of the beautiful game of the risks associated from the fall of Asbestos, show your support by using our stickers, labels, markers, tapes, tags and signs to remind you of this former giant.

Safety labels are a fundamental part of any business. They highlight potential risks and dangers associated with using any equipment, instruments, plant, machinery, fixtures and fittings – warning any customers, patients or general members of the public of the necessary precautions required before proceeding to use any of the items listed above.

Not only do safety labels serve as welcome and informative warnings for staff, the public and customers or patients but they display your commitment to ensuring the safety of anyone who enters your premises, which is important. All our safety labels are produced to UK, EU and international standards ISO EN 7010, and the Safety Signs and Signals Regulations 1996.

Safety labels can include anything from no smoking, no naked flames, do not touch, to wear eye protection or hand protection, as well as many more!

We have an extensive range of safety labels including Warning Symbol Labels, Engineering Labels, Safety Labels, Laminated Safety Labels, Custom Safety Labels and Ansi Safety Labels. We can also cater for any specific requirements you might have with regards to your safety labels. For other sizes, combinations of symbols or custom produced safety labelling contact our sales office on 0800 3761693 (or for outside UK +44 1443 842769), or by e-mail sales@labelsource.co.uk for advice or a quotation.

Do you ever get the feeling that you’re being watched? Well with our CCTV signs you will have concrete proof that you are!

We’ve all seen CCTV signs before, and if you are operating closed circuit television cameras in your premises you may want to think about it. There are plenty of good uses for clearly marking CCTV use with our signs: not only will you be marking out the entrance point to your surveillance but you will also be further reinforcing their usage to the general public too. It also goes without saying that highlighting your CCTV cameras will further deter any potential criminal activity!

You are certainly not going to miss our CCTV signs either - they are extremely visible, waterproof, and handily even vandal-proof too. The black on fluorescent yellow is extremely eye-catching in even the poorest of lights, and makes a bold statement of observation.

If you have gone to the effort of having cameras fitted to your establishment, fulfil their full potential with our top-of-the-range signs.