Bump Dots

A variety of tactile bump dots arranged on a neutral surface, including clear domes, yellow round dots, red square dots, white flat dots, and black textured dots in different shapes.
A hand places a clear tactile bump dot onto the number 5 button of a microwave keypad. The black control panel shows white numbers and labels including ‘TIME COOK’ and ‘POWER LEVEL.’

General Information

Bump dots or tactile markers are small adhesive raised stickers that provide tactile feedback to help people identify buttons, controls, and objects through touch.

Key Features:

  • Available in various sizes, shapes, and colors including transparent, orange, black, and other high-contrast options.
  • Can be applied to hard surfaces including metal, plastic, glass, and wood.
  • Different heights and textures available to distinguish between multiple marked items.
  • Easy to apply by peeling and sticking without requiring special tools.
  • Weather-resistant options available for outdoor use.

Examples of Use:

  • Marking the start button on a microwave or the most frequently used temperature settings on an oven or washing machine.
  • Identifying the number 5 on a telephone or microwave keypad to help locate other numbers by position.
  • Distinguishing between similar medication bottles or personal care products in a bathroom cabinet.
  • Labeling light switches, thermostats, or remote control buttons to identify specific functions.
  • Placing on door frames or handrails to indicate specific locations or stopping points.

Who It Helps:

  • People who benefit from tactile identification of objects and controls, including those who are blind or have low vision, and those who may need larger or higher-profile markers.

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