Category: Displays

Acrylic vs. Glass Display Cases – Which is Best?

Display cases are a staple in consumer-facing industries and are becoming increasingly popular for home use. They’re a great way to protect and display merchandise, collectibles, and other important items. While the value of a display case is clear, determining the best material for your display case isn’t always straightforward. Choosing the best display case depends on your specific needs, rather than a one-size-fits-all situation.

Key Takeaways

  • Acrylic and glass may look similar, but there are slight aesthetic differences. Acrylic is clear, while glass has a green tint to it.
  • Acrylic is up to 17 times stronger than glass. Additionally, if it does fragment, it does not break into sharp pieces, making it a safer alternative for your displays.
  • Acrylic is less expensive than glass, due ot the costs associated with materials. Additionally, it is easier to maintain and repair.

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How to Create the Perfect Holiday Retail Displays This Season

Holiday displays help retailers take advantage of the popularity and profitability of winter holidays, where gift-giving and decorating become widespread across many cultures and countries. With most holiday sales taking place between the months of November and December, many stores choose to alter their retail displays at this time to join in on the holiday excitement. Continue reading How to Create the Perfect Holiday Retail Displays This Season

9 Ways to Shine at Craft Fairs with Acrylic Risers & Portable Displays

Craft Fairs

Craft fair season is upon us! As local artists and craftspeople gear up to sell goods at these shows, it’s common to wonder exactly how to get noticed by shoppers in a bustling venue. Seasoned artists know they only have a few seconds to capture a shopper’s attention – to make the most of that short window, it’s important to set up a booth that encourages shoppers to stop and take a closer look at your art. Using acrylic risers, mirrored pedestals, display cases, and sign holders can help create a visually engaging display. These tools let you showcase your pieces at varying heights, highlight key items, and communicate important details to shoppers, all while keeping your booth organized and professional-looking.

 Key Takeaways

  • Visual merchandising best practices can help your products stand out at a craft fair while driving relevant traffic to your booth.
  • Product placement is really important at a craft fair. Consider placing products at eye level, since this makes it easier for consumers to engage with your products.
  • Make setting up easy for yourself by leveraging portable displays.
  • Branding is crucial, especially when aiming to encourage loyal customers. Create business cards that include your social media and design your booth with a theme in mind.
  • Signage and posters can be a great way to drive traffic to your booth by further showcasing deals and what you are selling.

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The Ultimate List of Retail Statistics and Trends

Retail is a rapidly changing business. In fact, how we purchase has changed immensely in just the last five years. From eCommerce, to pop-up shops to brick and mortar, there are a lot of areas for consideration when choosing which direction you want your store to take. Over the years, we at shopPOPdisplays have seen a number of these changes in the industry through our collaborations with large brands and retailers.

 

These statistics and trends should be able to help you leverage the potential of your in-store brand, expand on customer loyalty, and get ahead of the competition. Continue reading The Ultimate List of Retail Statistics and Trends

4 Tips to Create Interesting Window Displays

Window displays use the windows on a retailer’s storefront to strengthen their brand’s image while promoting products. Retailers often use window displays as an initial touchpoint for shoppers, while enjoying differentiation from nearby competitors.

 

Ideally, a window display should disrupt a customer’s path, and encourage them to focus on the display for just a moment. Studies have shown that shoppers feel inclined to enter stores that have visual merchandising displays – and once a shopper has entered your store, they have a better chance of purchasing.

 

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How to Pick the Right Size Display Box

Whether you are a collector of antiques, sports memorabilia, or want to showcase a unique piece of art, picking the right size display box is essential to the success of your display. At shopPOPdisplays, we carry a wide range of acrylic display boxes that will perfectly complement your items. Below we have compiled some basic guidelines and suggestions to help you determine what type of display box and base is right for your item. Continue reading How to Pick the Right Size Display Box

Three Styles of Acrylic Display Cases for Retail Fixtures

Display cases are a fundamental part of the contemporary retail experience. Maybe your business is opening a new store, or undergoing an initiative to remodel an existing store to breathe new life into it. No matter what the motivation is, retail display cases are a fantastic choice to present and protect items. Continue reading Three Styles of Acrylic Display Cases for Retail Fixtures

How to Create Striking Displays to Overcome eCommerce Competition

Online shopping may be on the rise, but many customers are unwilling to let go of traditional, brick-and-mortar retailers. In fact, only a slim majority of millennials prefer shopping online, with all other age demographics-even Gen Z-preferring to go in-store. This is primarily due to the diligent work of visual merchandisers to create unique, engaging in-store experiences. Continue reading How to Create Striking Displays to Overcome eCommerce Competition

Why Display Boxes Are Necessary for Collectibles

Collectibles are extremely valuable items. As any collector understands, this value isn’t just monetary—the true value of a collection is hugely sentimental. However, without proper presentation and storage, the value of any collectible could be diminished. Therefore for a budding collection, investing in display boxes is vital. Continue reading Why Display Boxes Are Necessary for Collectibles

Seven Wedding Reception Decoration Ideas

Designing and decorating a wedding venue can be both exciting and overwhelming. With so much space to personalize for your perfect day, it’s important to consider a range of decorative options. To help get you started, we’ve arranged seven beautiful and impactful design considerations to dazzle your guests and make your wedding day unforgettable. Continue reading Seven Wedding Reception Decoration Ideas