tactile signs

Tactile Signs
Craig-Y-Nos Country Park, Brecon Beacons Craig-Y-Nos Country Park in the Brecon Beacons recently improved their entrance and welcome area. A sandblasted timber sign with a tactile map was included in the structure. The map was initially designed by Fieldsman Trails of Mold showing the habitats of the Country Park, with native flora and fauna species decorating the borders. Shelleys took on the final design and production of the map, using sandblasted timber to create a fully tactile feature.
	Consultation with local access groups, Fieldfare Trust and the RNIB/GDBA Joint Mobility Unit all yielded vital design and practical information. The Country Park maintained editorial control based on site knowledge, while Shelleys offered practical advice on the viability of all suggestions. Raised lines and symbols show different habitats, buildings and features of the Country Park.
Church Lammas This tactile interpretation panel was installed at the Church Lammas quarry in Staines. Part of an award winning scheme, it was designed to meet both DDA and fully sighted requirements. The detailed, printed GRP map was complemented by sandblasted, tactile components for both the text and a simple map. Braille plaques were also incorporated. It was designed by David Jarvis Associates Ltd .
	Happy Valley This fantastic sandblasted timber sign illustrates all the flexibility and diversity of timber. There is no need to be restrained within a rectangle! Unusual shapes can work very effectively. We have also produced signs in the shape of leaves and several mammals and birds.
Tactile Close Up This close up illustrates the tactile nature of the sandblasting process. The finish is ideal for addressing DDA requirements but can also be used and enjoyed by the fully sighted. We frequently also incorporate small Braille plaques - an interesting twist is for the Braille to tell the story from a different angle.
	Scaling Dam This wholly tactile map sign was one produced for Northumberland Water. The map, key and illustrations around the edge were all sandblasted timber and tactile. The design and frame was intended to be accessible from a wheelchair.
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