Stencils sets are used to make uniform markings of numbers and symbols. Stencils are made from a variety of materials, including cardboard, metal and plastic. In general stencils are made to be used repeatedly, making them well worth the investment.
Businesses use stencils for marking parking lots, machinery, playgrounds and glass. Stencils are also used in paper crafting and painting. Standard stencil sets are less expensive and more readily found than specialty sets used for handcrafting. As you search for stencil sets to fill your business needs, consider the following:
1. Find basic stencil sets for standard symbols
2. Purchase playground stencil sets from specialized retailers
3. Buy specialized stencil sets from craft supply vendors
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Locate stencil sets provider that retails standard stencils
Standard stencil sets can be found from a variety of sources. Standard stencils include alphabet, numbers, safety symbols and arrows. These stencils are made for repeated use and will last for a long time. Whether painting addresses on a curb or marking machinery with serial numbers, these sets make labeling easier.
I recommend: Emedco carries several sets of stencil sets including letters, arrows and handicapped symbols. Their letter and number stencil sets come in sizes from 1/2 inch to 6 inches in height.
Aubuchon Hardware sells reusable stencil alphabet and number stencil sets at a very reasonable price. Their kits come in 1- to 6-inch options.
Find stencil sets for marking playgrounds
Playground marking stencil sets are a great solution for day cares, camps and schools. These stencil sets are giant. Playground stencil sets roll out and are marked with chalks, then painted. A stencil sets list of supplies is included in each package.
I recommend: Peaceful Playgrounds is a stencil sets provider that specializes in large stencils for outdoor use. They carry stencil sets for intellectual, physical and fun outdoor games.
Stencil Ease is another stencil sets provider that sells stencils for playground use. They have stencils for giant clocks, the United States, hop scotch and more.
Purchase stencil sets for specialty projects
Stencil sets for glass etching are different from other stencils in that they are used only once. Glass etching stencils are applied to the glass item and the etching is done on the stencil. Stencils for paper crafts are much the same as standard stencils, but come in a much larger variety and may not be as durable.
I recommend: A.C. Moore has a collection of stencil sets for glass etching. Their Rub and Etch stencils come in a variety of themes such as alphabets, floral and animals.
Wilde-Ideas is another retailer that carries glass etching stencil sets. They also carry glass etching kits and creams. Complete instructions come with the stencil sets information pamphlets in each package. The
Scrapbooking Warehouse is a paper craft specialty store that carries a large variety of stencil sets. They carry several brands of stencils, including Fiskars and Westrim.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- Specify the type of stencil you are looking for when browsing through a stencil sets directory. Giving specifics for a theme and size will reduce your list of choices.
The official source of Stencil Sets is the Stencil Sets page at Business.com