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Road Sign · United States

MUTCD D17-2

MUTCD D17-2

Die-cut decal, matte UV-laminated vinyl cut to the shape.

Regular price $6.49 USD
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  • Outdoor-ready vinylUV-laminated, water resistant, cut to the shape.
  • Printed to orderMade in the USA when you order, not pulled off a shelf.
  • Free U.S. shippingOn orders over $25.

MUTCD D17-2 (United States) (Road Sign) STICKER Vinyl Die-Cut Decal

This design reproduces the MUTCD D17-2 road sign, a standardised piece of American traffic signage drawn from the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways.

Visual Elements & Composition

The artwork is built around the sign's own structure: a fixed frame, a defined layout, and typography set to the uniform rules that govern public signs. Nothing is decorative. Each element sits where the standard places it, so the eye reads the message in the order a driver would. The composition is clean and orderly, and the lettering carries the design's visual weight.

Meaning & Symbolism

The MUTCD exists so that a sign means the same thing in every town on the network. The D17-2 designation identifies a specific institutional sign used to inform motorists and pedestrians, with its role resting on regulatory or guidance clarity along public thoroughfares. The graphic stands for that shared visual language: a single, legible system that keeps traffic moving and people oriented. It belongs to the federal framework that sets the rules for American roadway navigation.

Cut to Its Own Outline

A die-cut sticker takes the shape of its artwork, so this sign appears on its own edge, without a background to separate it from the surface it sits on. The sign's silhouette does the framing. Its clean geometry suits a surface where it can be seen as a single object, and its straight lines and compact text read clearly at close range. For anyone drawn to civil engineering, traffic management, or the graphic design of standardised public signage, it is a faithful piece of that world, rendered at a scale you can hold.

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MUTCD D17-2

Every sticker is printed in the USA when you order it, from the artwork shown above.

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Road Sign · United States
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$6.49 – $9.99
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Die-cut vinyl decals: precision-cut shapes on premium water-resistant vinyl with a matte laminate and UV protection — built to resist sun, rain and everyday wear for long-lasting use.

These die-cut decals are trimmed exactly to the design, producing crisp edges and a professional finish. They’re made from thick, water-resistant vinyl and finished with a matte UV laminate that reduces glare while protecting colors from fading.

The production process uses eco-solvent inks for dense, even color and a protective overlaminate that helps the decal survive outdoor exposure. Rated for multi-year outdoor life when applied to the right surface, these decals give a clean, matte look without sacrificing durability.

  • Material: premium water-resistant vinyl engineered for weather resistance.
  • Finish: matte laminate that mutes shine and guards against scratches.
  • Print: eco-solvent inks for solid blacks and vivid color depth.
  • Protection: UV laminate extends outdoor life and helps prevent fade.
  • Longevity: rated to last multiple years outdoors under normal conditions.

Die-cut decals adhere best to smooth, non-porous surfaces — glass, metal, coated plastics and finished wood. They work well on bottles, windows, laptops and vehicle windows for short- to medium-term outdoor use.

  1. Prep the surface: remove dust and oils with a lint-free cloth; for residue use mild soap and water and allow to dry fully.
  2. Peel and position: lift a corner of the liner, align the decal and lay it down slowly, pressing from the center outward.
  3. Seal: smooth the edges with a card or your thumb to ensure full contact and reduce trapping air.

Note: to keep adhesive performance in wet conditions, apply decals to very smooth surfaces (for example: glass). Avoid rough or heavily textured materials where the adhesive can’t form a full bond.

Maintenance is low-effort. Gently wipe decals with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust. For stubborn marks, a slightly damp microfiber and light pressure will clean the surface — dry immediately afterward.

Avoid abrasive pads, strong solvents or power washers; these can scratch the laminate or lift edges. Proper care preserves the matte finish and keeps colors vivid for longer.

Sizes are specified by the longest side. For example, a 4″ decal measures four inches across its greatest dimension. The die-cut follows the artwork’s contour so the decal sits flush with clean, professional edges.

Small variations can occur with intricate outlines, but the listed measurement always reflects the maximum edge-to-edge length for accurate placement planning.

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