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The MUTCD’s requirements for maintaining traffic sign retroreflectivity have a big impact on the kind of sign you should buy. Here’s what you need to know. Traffic signs are designed so that all drivers, no matter what language they speak, can understand their guidelines and warning symbols. But traffic signs, of course, don’t work unless you can see them. In the early days of horseless carriages, night driving was a gamble because no one could make out the words on the signs. As a result, in 1932, standard shapes were adopted for different types of signs, so words wouldn’t always be necessary. Soon, drivers understood what a sign meant just by glimpsing its outline in the moonlight and were alerted to avoid danger. Traffic sign regulations have come a long way since then, as they had to adjust to increased traffic, higher speeds, and dangerous weather conditions. The Federal Highway...

If you’re not sure what to consider when shopping for traffic signs, our guide breaks down the basics—but your manufacturer can help you navigate the specifics. Buying traffic signs is a surprisingly complex process—there are several technical aspects and many safety regulations with frequent updates. There are no shortcuts because doing it right means keeping drivers safe for years to come. Take the time to discuss what to consider when shopping for traffic signs with your sign fabricators. MUTCD Compliance The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices governs this signage, so work with a company that knows its laws inside and out. There are standards for size, shape, locations, and even something as seemingly simple as color. Retroreflectivity Traffic signs are very effective if you can’t see them. So, the sheeting on each sign must meet MUTCD requirements for retroreflectivity, which allows light to reflect back to the vehicles for...