{"id":2729,"date":"2017-08-17T19:55:55","date_gmt":"2017-08-17T19:55:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onlinelogomaker.com\/blog\/?p=2729"},"modified":"2017-08-17T19:55:55","modified_gmt":"2017-08-17T19:55:55","slug":"5-tips-design-metalworking-logo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onlinelogomaker.com\/blog\/5-tips-design-metalworking-logo\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips on How to Design a Metalworking Logo"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The process of metalworking dates back over 10,000 years<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Nowadays, thousands of metalworking companies vie for their stake in a massive industry. Fortunately, a memorable logo increases your odds of grabbing\u00a0consumer\u2019s attention by 13%<\/a>.<\/p>\n

So, what goes into crafting a memorable new logo<\/a>?<\/p>\n

As it turns out, some design components of successful logos are universal. Others are more industry-specific. That said, there are ways you can use proven components to create an original brand image.<\/p>\n

Here are 5 tips you can use to design a sharp metalworking logo for your company!<\/p>\n

1. Don\u2019t Fall Into the Cliche Trap<\/h2>\n

There are logo cliches in each industry. For instance, in this industry, anvils and gears are painfully common.<\/p>\n

The reality is that some trends are not worth following. Many become dated quickly, while others prevent you from sticking out from the crowd.<\/p>\n

Focus on the values of your business and design a logo around that. Just because everyone else uses a symbol doesn\u2019t mean you should.<\/p>\n

2. Use Color With Purpose<\/h2>\n

You can use certain colors to differentiate yourself from others in your industry. However, you can also use it to elicit certain moods.<\/p>\n

For example, blue signals dependability, while people tend to associate purple with creativity. Incorporate orange into your logo if you want to appear more enthusiastic than your competitors.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, if you use more than one color, make sure they compliment each other. Try using a color wheel as a reference.<\/p>\n

3. Choose a Fitting Font<\/h2>\n

A good font type brings a logo together.<\/p>\n

To find your font, start by typing out your company name and scroll through your options. For starters, a couple of fonts that fit the theme of the industry are Zwodrei Bold and Very Damaged.<\/p>\n

Always consider the legibility of your font. If it looks like it will be unreadable on business cards or t-shirts, choose a new one. Overall, you want your logo to be versatile.<\/p>\n

You can also blend your symbol with\u00a0your font. For example, the Martin Awards<\/a> logo replaces the tittle in the letter i with a shooting star.<\/p>\n

4. Avoid Overcomplicating Things<\/h2>\n

People all over the globe can recognize the golden arches of McDonald\u2019s or the Nike swoosh. There are a couple reasons for this.<\/p>\n

For one, simple logos are easy to recognize. Adding endless components bogs down your overall design. A simple design is straight to the point and doesn\u2019t confuse anyone.<\/p>\n

Second, simple logos embody versatility. You can shrink them or enlarge them with ease.<\/p>\n

5. Consider Using Negative Space<\/h2>\n

If you look around this industry, few companies use negative space<\/a> in their logos. This provides the perfect opportunity to stand out.<\/p>\n

Start by analyzing all the letters in your wordmark. Look for a shape in the negative space of a letter, and see what relevant symbols fit in there. For example, the negative space in the letter N makes a triangle.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t force using negative space for the sake of it. Just consider it as a clever way to differentiate your brand.<\/p>\n

Piecing Together Your Metalworking Logo<\/h2>\n

The tips above will help you create a metalworking logo that people can latch onto.<\/p>\n

Avoid imitating the designs of other companies in your industry. After all, the purpose of designing a logo is to present a unique, recognizable face for your company.<\/p>\n

Also, try not to go too crazy with fonts. You want a harmonious image, so limit yourself to a maximum of two fonts per logo if you can.<\/p>\n

Now that you have some inspiration, use our free online logo maker<\/a> tool to bring your ideas to life!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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