An access tile detectable warning system is used on parts of the sidewalk as a warning system to let those who may have trouble seeing see that the sidewalk is ending, and the street begins. While these systems can come in a variety of colors, including gray, blue and red, the most common color used for these systems is yellow. If you are looking to install these types of warning systems in front of your business or in your city, you may be wondering if you should select yellow and why yellow is the most commonly used color for these warning systems. Here is more information about this.
Yellow is a Warning or Cautious Color
One of the reasons why many access tile warning systems are yellow in color is because yellow is a universal color for caution, warning or to take heed. This means that when people from different countries see the color, they recognize it as a warning system. This is a great choice of color if you are looking to outfit a business or city in a tourist area or with many immigrants with these sidewalk warning systems.
Colorblind People Can See Yellow
Another reason why yellow is often used for these warning systems is because yellow is one of the colors that many colorblind people can still identify. Many colorblind people struggle to identify blue, green or even purple hues. However, yellow is a color that most can see. This helps to ensure that those that struggle with color blindness are able to differentiate the sidewalk from the warning system, and see that there is a color difference warning them to an upcoming change.
Yellow Stands Out In the Dark
The final reason why yellow is the most commonly used color for tile detectable warning systems is that yellow often is visible and stands out in the dark. This helps both pedestrians see the dip in the sidewalk and helps drivers to spot the dip in the sidewalk and see if there are people who may be standing on that dip waiting to cross. Ultimately, this helps to increase awareness for both pedestrians and drivers at dusk or when there is not much lighting available.
When you are looking to purchase an access tile detectable system, there are many companies that you can order a system from. Here at SureWerx ADA Solutions, we sell a wide selection of detectable warning systems in different colors, sizes and those that utilize different installation methods. This allows you to find the warning system that is best suited for your needs and works well for your community. Contact us today to get started or to obtain more information.
