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Rutacol-22 (Colombia) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Rutacol-22 (Colombia) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Rutacol-22 (Colombia) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz

This is a flat, graphic route marker: a single shield bearing the numeral 22, rendered in crisp black and white.

Visual Elements & Composition

The design is built from two colours, black and white, with white dominating roughly nine-tenths of the field. At the centre sits a pointed-bottom shield outlined by a double black border, the kind of boundary that makes a sign read at a glance. Inside it, the numeral 22 is the only text, set large and plain so nothing competes with it. The style is flat vector throughout: no gradients, no shading, no decoration beyond the outline and the figure. Everything is reduced to its most legible form.

Meaning & Symbolism

A route shield is a navigational signal. It tells a traveller which numbered road they are on, and the number is the whole message. Here the designation Rutacol-22 pairs that road-sign idiom with Colombia, so the artwork points to a numbered route in the Colombian road tradition. The design takes the vocabulary of public signage and gives it a single, specific identity, which is what makes it recognisable from a distance.

Turning a Road Sign in the Hand

A mug is held and turned, so the shield is seen in passing, one side at a time, as the cup moves between table and lips. The black outline stays steady against the white while the drink is still, then shifts as the cup is lifted and tilted. When a hot drink is poured in, the faint design comes up, so the shield appears as the mug warms. The C-shaped handle keeps the sign on the side you hold, and the number sits where your eye lands first.

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Color-changing ceramic mugs with a glossy finish, black exterior, and white interior. Available in one size: 11 oz (≈330 ml). Heat-reactive coating reveals your custom design when filled with hot liquid. BPA- and lead-free, with a comfortable C-handle.

This mug brings a playful twist to the daily coffee or tea ritual. At room temperature, it looks like a simple black mug with a glossy finish. But add a hot beverage, and your chosen design fades into view, showing vivid colors against the white interior.

The ceramic body is durable enough for repeated use, while the C-shaped handle balances comfort and grip. Printing uses sublimation techniques that fuse color into the heat-reactive surface for crisp results when the design appears.

  • Material: ceramic with glossy black exterior and white interior.
  • Size: one standard size, 11 oz (≈330 ml).
  • Finish: glossy glaze with heat-sensitive surface.
  • Printing: sublimation process produces crisp, vibrant colors.
  • Safety: BPA-free and lead-free, suitable for everyday drinks.
  • Effect: design is faintly visible when cold, fully revealed when hot.

Perfect as a novelty gift or a fun personal mug, the heat-reactive design makes coffee breaks more engaging. It works well for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or hot chocolate.

  1. Daily routine: fill with any hot beverage to reveal your chosen artwork.
  2. Gifting: the “magic” reveal makes it a memorable present for birthdays, holidays, or office exchanges.
  3. Office use: sparks conversation while still being practical for everyday drinks.

Note: for best results, avoid designs that rely heavily on deep black backgrounds, as they may blend with the mug’s surface when cold.

Unlike standard mugs, color-changing mugs require gentler care to preserve the heat-reactive coating. Hand-wash only — avoid the dishwasher and abrasive scrubbers, which can damage the finish and reduce the effect.

The mug is safe for short microwave use when heating liquids, but repeated high-heat cycles may shorten the lifespan of the coating. Always allow the mug to cool before washing.

Available in one classic size: 11 oz (approximately 330 ml). It’s large enough for most standard coffee makers and fits comfortably in most cabinets.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz
Height (in) 3.78
Diameter (in) 3.23
Diameter w/ handle (in) 4.76

Note: measurements are approximate; slight variations may occur due to manufacturing tolerances.