Category: Collectibles

8 Trophy Display Tips from the Pros

How many times have you walked into a school gymnasium or a friend’s man cave to see a bunch of old trophies just shoved on a shelf? Not the inspiration you’re looking for to display your well-earned achievements? Well, who better to ask than the pros themselves? Just like them, you’ve earned those trophies, so you should display them with pride. In this post, we glean tips from professional athletes and athletic facilities that showcase their trophies in a beautiful way. Here are eight ways to show off your trophy displays.

Key Takeaways

  • Organization is key to displaying trophies effectively. Consider cutting clutter from your display case or designating specific shelves for various events or years.
  • Trophies can come in various shapes and sizes, so consider using a variety of display cases depending on the trophy. Placement of these within your home or school can also vary based on the trophy’s size.
  • Trophy displays don’t have to be limited to display cases. Pedestals can also be a great way to showcase awards.
  • Having a specific place for trophies in your home or school can also be a great way to draw attention to these awards.

 

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5 Easy Ways to Protect and Display Your Rare Book Collection

People collect rare books for a myriad of reasons. Sometimes for historical significance, sometimes for aesthetic appeal, sometimes as an investment, and other times just out of intellectual curiosity. No matter the case when it comes to rare book storage, it’s necessary to properly store or display rare books to preserve their value. Here, we offer practical tips for book collectors who want to preserve and showcase their valuable books.

Rare Book Storage Key Takeaways

  • People collect rare books for a myriad of reasons, including investment potential, intellectual curiosity, and historical significance.
  • Rare books will need to be stored in a way that protects them from harmful UV rays, moisture, and swings in temperature.
  • The Library of Congress recommends metal shelving for older books, since wood can deteriorate them more quickly. If using a wooden shelf, you will just need to create a barrier between the books and the shelves.
  • Acrylic can be a great way to protect books from sunlight and insects, while still allowing them to remain in view.
  • Always use clean hands when handling rare books. This will ensure they can be enjoyed for years to come.

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Why the 5-Sided Acrylic Box is the Swiss Army Knife of Displays

Whether you’re creating displays for your retail store, office, or special event, ShopPOPdisplays has everything you need to make your vision a reality. While we offer hundreds of display products, there is one item that is by far the most popular among our customers: the 5-sided acrylic box. So why do people love this display item so much? Here are some of the many perks to our 5-sided acrylic boxes.

 

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Spring Into Action: Creative Display Ideas for the Spring Season

Spring is on the way and that is good news for retailers around the country. While the holidays might be prime shopping time, many stores see a slowdown during the rest of the winter. The milder weather and longer days of spring encourage shoppers to get out of the house and start stocking up for the warmer months. With that in mind, it is the perfect time to give your store a refreshing spring display so that you can attract more customers and boost springtime sales.

 

 

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5 Ways LED Lighting Elevates Any Space

Monochromatic or multicolor, people are attracted to upscale lighted spaces; this is especially true of clients and customers. So, whether you are trying to elevate the look of a retail store, office building, gallery, or home space, cost-effective light-emitting diodes or LED lighting can quickly transform a drab, poorly lit environment into a bright, sleek oasis. From illuminating a room with string lights to enhancing prized possessions and merchandise by using LED risers and LED pedestal display cases, LED lighting can reshape any environment and help redirect focus to products, artwork, clients and guests all without the high cost and heat of comparative lighting. Below we will explore five unique ways LED lighting can revamp your space and the array of LED fixtures available best suited to your lighting needs.

 

 

 

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Keep Calm & Collect On: Protecting Your Keepsakes From The Elements

From limited-edition toys, coins, and art to sports keepsakes, trading cards, and movie memorabilia, people love to collect rare items that not only pique their interest but that they believe might be worth big money someday. Hardcore collectors spend hours searching the Internet, shopping flea markets, and visiting estate sales to put together their perfect collection, so protecting their investment is key. That’s where collectible displays come in, ensuring that your items stay in pristine condition so you can enjoy them for years to come.

 

 

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8 Merchandising Tips for March Madness® That Won’t Make You Crazy

That time of year that college basketball fans wait for is upon us: March Madness®. The NCAA tournament, which usually begins in mid-March, brings out legions of fans rooting for their favorite team. Each year 60 million Americans watch the games, most often at the local bar, decked out in their team’s gear. That means there is a fantastic opportunity for local businesses—restaurants, bars, sporting goods stores, and more—to boost their profit margins during this time. Of course, it’s important to make your location appealing to customers. Keeping merchandise organized and patrons safe from overcrowding are key elements, and shopPOPdisplays has the retail displays to help business owners achieve both goals.

 

 

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How Versatile Acrylic Boxes Can Make an Event

Planning a special event takes a great deal of time and money, so finding something that can serve multiple purposes and help make your celebration stand out is a true game-changer. For event planners, one of those items is the acrylic box. “Acrylic boxes are great for multi-use when it comes to weddings and events,” says Sam Nelson of EVL Events. “We will have our signage or stationery vendor duplicate the font used throughout the wedding and vinyl something on the box to customize it for the couple and make it stand out.”

 

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7 Visual Merchandising Tips for Transitioning Seasons on a Budget

It was Greek philosopher Heraclitus who said, “The only constant in life is change.” As the world around us ebbs and flows, it’s important not to get left behind, especially when it comes to your business. Retailers should continually update their stores to prevent becoming stagnant or feeling outdated in the customers’ eyes. shopPOPdisplays has the merchandisers you need to keep your store looking fresh, relevant, and organized on a budget as the seasons change. Here are our seven best tips you can start implementing today.

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5 Visual Merchandising Tips for Sweet Valentine’s Day Sales

Retailers know first-quarter sales are needed to set the pace for the remainder of the year, so Valentine’s Day sales are about more than just selling chocolates for retailers around the country. In 2022, consumers spent $23.9 billion on Valentine’s Day gifts—the second-highest year on record, according to the National Retail Federation.

 

 

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