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Umbrellas

Bring shade and style together with our collection of custom patio umbrellas, made for brands that want to stand out, even in the sun. Whether it’s the clean lines of a Square Patio Umbrella, the flexibility of a Tilting Patio Umbrella, or the timeless charm of a Round Market Umbrella, each piece is designed to offer comfort, visibility, and a professional finish. Ideal for cafes, outdoor events, pop-up shops, or just upgrading your outdoor setup, these umbrellas combine sturdy frames with vibrant custom printing to keep your brand cool and memorable. Ready to create shade that speaks for you? Explore the collection and design your perfect umbrella today. If you're looking for even more coverage, be sure to check out our Custom Canopy Tents.

Square Patio Umbrella
Starting At $450.00
    Tilting Patio Umbrella
    Starting At $395.00
      Round Market Umbrella
      Starting At $800.00

        Choose an A Frame Sign for Your Business Need

        Start with the action you want customers to take.

        Your Business Need How to Use the Sign Placement to Consider
        Promote a daily offer Feature one offer or price Storefront or entrance
        Direct customers Add an arrow and destination Walkway or check-in area
        Promote an event Show event details Venue entrance
        Feature menu items Highlight a special Café or restaurant frontage
        Support a sale Show the promotion Retail sidewalk
        Guide visitors Use directional messaging Registration or pathway

        This helps you match the sign with a real customer action instead of adding signage with no specific purpose.


        A Frame Sidewalk Signs for Storefront Visibility

        A frame sidewalk sign places your message near pedestrian traffic where customers can notice it while approaching your business.

        Retail stores can feature a sale near the entrance. Restaurants can promote lunch specials or featured menu items. Service businesses can use the same format for check-in, parking, registration, or entrance directions.

        Because the frame is freestanding, your staff can reposition it as promotions, traffic patterns, or operating needs change.

        This makes a frame sign stand useful for businesses that update customer-facing messages throughout the week or season.


        Outdoor A Frame Signs for Daily Business Use

        When using outdoor frame signs, placement and stability need careful consideration.

        Place the sign where customers can see it without blocking walkways, entrances, ramps, or accessibility routes. For public sidewalks, check local property and signage requirements before use.

        Also review:

        • Surface: Place the sign on a suitable, level area.
        • Weather exposure: Follow the product specifications and current conditions before outdoor placement.
        • Foot traffic: Face the main message toward approaching customers.
        • Sign weight: Compare portability with the conditions where the sign will be used.
        • Repositioning: Move the sign as traffic flow or promotional needs change.

        For businesses using frame signs outdoors, these checks help your team use the display in a way that supports both visibility and customer movement.


        Use A Frame Signs Where Customers Need Direction or Information

        A-frame signage works best at points where customers are deciding where to go or what to do next.

        Common uses include:

        • Retail storefront promotions
        • Restaurant and café specials
        • Hotel and venue directions
        • Real estate events
        • Service business entrances
        • Registration areas
        • Seasonal sales
        • Product promotions
        • Pop-up events
        • Customer wayfinding

        At an event, a sidewalk sign stand can guide visitors toward registration or a specific entrance. At a storefront, the same format can highlight a promotion designed to bring foot traffic inside.


        Keep the Message Focused on One Customer Action

        An A-frame has limited graphic space, so give the sign one main job.

        Use it for:

        • Daily offers
        • Sale percentages
        • Event directions
        • Featured services
        • QR codes
        • Registration
        • Seasonal promotions

        Keep your logo visible and give the main offer or direction enough space to be understood while customers are approaching.


        Choose the Format That Fits Your Location

        Express Canopy currently offers Black and White A Frame Stand options.

        Choose the frame finish according to your storefront, event setting, graphic design, and surrounding environment.

        Before ordering, compare:

        Sign size

        Match the display dimensions with your available placement area and expected viewing distance.

        Graphic format

        Check the required graphic size and how the graphic is installed or replaced.

        Placement

        Decide whether the sign will sit near a storefront, entrance, lobby, sidewalk, or event area.

        Viewing direction

        Consider how customers approach the sign.

        Portability

        Review how often your team will move the display or bring it inside.

        Outdoor use

        Check the surface, weather conditions, pedestrian access, and local placement rules.

        Daily use

        Consider how often your promotions or directions change.

        These factors help you choose a sign that fits the way your business actually operates.


        Match Your Message With the Right A Frame Sign

        Use frame signs for storefront promotions, sidewalk advertising, customer directions, event entrances, seasonal campaigns, and daily business messaging.

        Compare the Black and White A Frame Stand options based on your location, graphic format, placement, portability, and daily use.

        Choose the format that fits your storefront, sidewalk, event space, or promotional setup and put your message where customers can act on it.


        Frequently Asked Questions

        Where can I place an A-frame sign without blocking customer traffic?
        Keep the sign outside the main walking path and away from doors, ramps, curb access, and narrow entrances. For public sidewalks, review local signage and accessibility requirements before placement.
        Which direction should my A-frame face on a busy sidewalk?
        Face the main message toward approaching foot traffic. If customers arrive from both directions, plan the graphics so the key message remains visible from each approach.
        How much information should I place on an A-frame sign?
        Use one main offer, direction, price, or action. Too much text reduces readability at walking distance. Keep detailed information on your website, menu, brochure, or interior signage.
        Can I leave an A-frame sign outside all day?
        Outdoor use depends on the product specifications, current weather, surface, and local rules. Review those conditions before leaving the sign outside for extended periods.
        What works best on an A-frame sign for a restaurant or café?
        Feature information customers can act on quickly, such as a lunch special, featured menu item, limited offer, opening information, or entrance direction.
        How do I use an A-frame sign when my storefront is not directly visible?
        Place it at an approved point where customers need guidance toward your location. Use a short business identifier, directional arrow, and distance information when useful.
        How do I choose between a lighter sign and a heavier outdoor sign stand?
        Compare how often staff will move the sign, where it will sit, the surface conditions, and the product's stated construction and weight. Frequent repositioning favors portability, while outdoor placement requires more attention to stability and site conditions.
        What do I need to check before placing an A-frame at an event?
        Confirm the permitted sign area, pedestrian flow, entrance location, accessibility routes, and venue rules. Position directional signage before the point where attendees need to make a decision.

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