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Tim The Sign Man Signs & Tactile Wayfinding

Looking for clear, consistent wayfinding that suits modern commercial fit-outs and busy public amenities? The Tim The Sign Man range at John Barnes Group is a practical go-to for everyday facility signage such as toilet and shower signs, accessible entrance signs, parent room signage, cleaners signs, and selected exit/level identifiers. Whether you’re upgrading a single tenancy in Brisbane or standardising signage across multiple sites in Queensland, New South Wales, and Australia-wide, this product group makes it easy to order, match, and roll out a cohesive sign set.

 

Made for Real-World Commercial Spaces

From shopping centres and hospitality venues to schools, healthcare, offices, and strata common areas, facility signage needs to do two things well: communicate quickly and stand up to daily wear. Tim The Sign Man signage is designed for high-traffic environments where clarity, durability, and consistency matter—especially in washrooms, change rooms, corridors, and accessible routes.

As part of a broader architectural door hardware and washroom fit-out, signage is often the final detail that helps a space feel complete. Many projects pair Tim The Sign Man signage with trusted hardware solutions like Lockwood locks for amenities, Dormakaba door closers for compliance-focused entries, Zanda handles for contemporary interiors, and specialist components from Barben where robust commercial performance is needed.

 

Popular Sign Types in This Product Group

Toilet, Shower & Change Room Identification

Choose from common, widely specified sign types for everyday amenities: male, female, unisex, ambulant, and combinations such as toilet + shower. These are ideal for refurbishments, new builds, and tenancy churn where you need a clean, professional finish that reads instantly at the door.

Accessible & Directional Variants (Left / Right Hand)

Many commercial projects require directional versions (for example, left-hand and right-hand indicators). Selecting the correct orientation can help reduce confusion and keep wayfinding consistent across a floorplate. This is especially helpful in larger venues, multi-amenity corridors, or sites with multiple accessible facilities.

Parent Rooms, Cleaners & Staff Facilities

Beyond standard toilets, this range supports the “behind the scenes” signage that keeps venues operating smoothly—think parent rooms, cleaner/store spaces, and staff-only amenity identification. These sign types help maintain a consistent look throughout the building (not just customer-facing areas), which is a big advantage for property managers and multi-site operators.

Exit / Level Identifiers

For certain building layouts, additional identifiers (such as level/roof/exit-related markers) can improve navigation for visitors, contractors, and staff—particularly in large commercial footprints. These pieces are commonly used as part of broader wayfinding packages and can be ordered alongside amenity signage to keep finishes aligned.

 

Finishes That Suit Modern Interiors

In contemporary builds and refurbishments, signage is often selected to complement door hardware and interior palettes. Tim The Sign Man signage options commonly suit popular specifications such as:

Matte black looks for modern and industrial spaces, stainless steel aesthetics for durable, premium fit-outs, and neutral metallic tones that sit comfortably beside stainless steel levers, brass accents, or minimalist commercial joinery. When you’re coordinating an entire project—handles, locks, closers, and signage—having finish-friendly sign options helps deliver a cohesive end result.

 

Why Facilities Teams & Builders Like Buying These Signs Online

When you’re on a deadline, easy ordering matters. Buying Tim The Sign Man signage online lets you quickly standardise SKUs across multiple tenancies and reduce time spent chasing mismatched signs. It’s a practical approach for:

• Multi-site rollouts across Queensland and New South Wales
• Refurbishments where existing signage is damaged, outdated, or inconsistent
• New fit-outs needing clear, uniform amenity identification across a whole floor
• Maintenance teams who want straightforward re-ordering using known product codes

If your scope extends beyond signage, John Barnes Group can also support complete door and access packages—pairing signs with Lockwood and Dormakaba solutions for commercial access control, along with Zanda and Barben products for architectural detailing and heavy-duty performance.

 

Use Cases Across Brisbane, Queensland, NSW & Australia-Wide

Brisbane projects often move quickly—especially in retail, education, and commercial refurb cycles—so having a dependable, repeatable sign set makes maintenance and handover simpler. Across Queensland, high-traffic venues (including coastal hospitality and public facilities) benefit from signage that stays legible and consistent. In New South Wales, multi-level offices, precinct developments, and strata upgrades frequently require coordinated amenity identification across multiple buildings. With John Barnes Group shipping Australia-wide, it’s easy to keep branding and wayfinding aligned across national portfolios.

 

Choosing the Right Sign Set

1) Confirm the Area and the Audience

Start with the facility type (public amenities, staff areas, parent rooms, showers, accessible entries) and consider who uses the space. High-traffic venues typically benefit from clear, instantly recognisable iconography and consistent placement across all doors.

2) Select Finish to Match Your Hardware

Match signage to your door hardware for a polished outcome—especially in premium builds. Matte black signage pairs neatly with black levers and pulls; stainless or metallic finishes can align with stainless steel pulls, push plates, and commercial locksets from brands like Lockwood, while modern interiors often use Zanda levers for a clean architectural look.

3) Check Directional Requirements

For accessible and directional sign variants, confirm left-hand vs right-hand orientation based on approach paths and door handing. This is a common detail on plans that can be missed late in the build—locking it in early reduces rework.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

What types of Tim The Sign Man products are in this category?

This product group focuses on facility identification and wayfinding signs commonly used in commercial and public buildings—such as toilet and shower signs, accessible entrance signage, parent room and cleaners signs, and selected exit/level identifiers.


Are these signs suitable for residential and commercial projects?

They’re most commonly specified for commercial and public environments (offices, retail, education, healthcare, hospitality and strata common areas), but they can also be used in premium residential builds where clear internal wayfinding is required—especially for multi-dwelling or shared facilities.


How do I choose left-hand vs right-hand sign variants?

Left-hand/right-hand variants typically relate to the direction of travel or the side of the door/wall where the sign is intended to be read. The best approach is to follow your plans/specifications and confirm orientation at each doorway before ordering—particularly in corridors with multiple accessible facilities.


Do these signs help with accessibility and compliance requirements?

These signs are commonly used in projects where accessible wayfinding is required. Because requirements can vary by building type, jurisdiction, and scope, always confirm the exact sign type, placement, and any tactile/braille requirements against your project documentation and relevant standards before installation.


What finishes are available, and how do I match them to door hardware?

Finish options vary by sign type, but many projects select modern, easy-to-coordinate looks such as matte black, stainless steel aesthetics, or metallic tones. A simple method is to match signage to your dominant hardware finish—e.g., stainless steel levers/plates, or matte black door furniture—so your amenities read as part of a single design language.


Can I buy Tim The Sign Man signs online for delivery to Brisbane, Queensland and NSW?

Yes—ordering online is ideal for quick re-supply, refurbishments, and multi-site rollouts. John Barnes Group supports delivery to Brisbane and across Queensland, New South Wales, and Australia-wide, helping you keep signage consistent across locations.


Are these signs appropriate for high-traffic areas like shopping centres and schools?

Yes. These sign types are commonly used in high-traffic environments where clear identification and a consistent, professional presentation are important—particularly for toilets, showers, parent rooms and staff facilities. For demanding sites, it’s also smart to consider the broader door hardware package (locks, closers, and handles) to ensure the full opening performs as expected.


Do you offer complete fit-out support beyond signage?

Yes. If you’re coordinating a full fit-out or refurbishment, you can bundle signage with architectural door hardware and access solutions—such as Dormakaba closers, Lockwood locking, Zanda contemporary handles, and specialist commercial hardware from Barben—to keep the entire project consistent from entry doors through to amenities.


What’s the best way to order signage for multi-site or staged projects?

Standardise your sign schedule early and re-order the same product codes as sites roll out. This helps maintain consistent wayfinding across every location and reduces time spent matching older signage during maintenance cycles or tenancy changes.


 

Why Choose John Barnes Group?

John Barnes Group makes it easy to source Tim The Sign Man signage alongside the architectural door hardware you already trust. With support for projects in Brisbane, across Queensland, throughout New South Wales, and Australia-wide, you can simplify procurement and keep finishes consistent—signage, locks, closers, and handles all working together. Whether you’re maintaining a single building or rolling out a national standard, our range and product knowledge help you specify with confidence.