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About this design
TW CHW118
TW CHW118 (Taiwan) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a bold, stripped-back piece of signage: the numeral 118 set in heavy black type inside a square frame, with nothing else to distract the eye.
Visual Elements & Composition
White fills roughly nine-tenths of the field, and black takes the rest. The numerals 118 are set in a thick, bold sans-serif that carries the whole composition. A square black border frames them, so the eye moves from the edge inward to the figures and stops there. The artwork is flat vector throughout, with no gradients, textures or shading. Every element is a clean shape, and the layout is centred and symmetrical, the way a road marker is built to be read at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
The code TW CHW118 names its subject directly. The "TW" prefix and the "(Taiwan)" label place the artwork within a set of regional thematic designs centred on Taiwan. The "(Road Sign)" label ties the form to traffic and wayfinding signage, where a number and a bordered plate tell you exactly where you are. The design takes that language and applies it to a place, so the numeral becomes an identifier rather than a message. It carries no narrative or decorative detail; its meaning comes from the link between the code and the country it names.
Made for the Mug in Hand
A mug is turned in the hand and read from the side, a little at a time, as the coffee goes down. The square frame suits that rotation: its four edges come round in turn, and the 118 reappears each time the mug completes a turn. Set against the black of the mug, the white field of the print gives the numerals a crisp edge that holds up at close range, where the design is meant to be seen. For a Taiwan-minded coffee drinker, it is a quiet, direct way of carrying the place into the morning.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Taiwan
- Printed
- When you order it
Glossy black ceramic mugs in two practical sizes — 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml). Comfortable C-handle, microwave- and dishwasher-safe, and manufactured to be lead- and BPA-free. Note: printed blacks may read slightly different from the mug’s base color.
These mugs are made from solid ceramic with a glossy glaze that gives a deep, even surface for printing. Sublimation printing embeds ink into the glaze so artwork sits smoothly on the mug rather than simply sitting on top — that means better resistance to fading and scratching during normal use.
They’re available in the classic 11-ounce size for everyday black coffee and tea, and a larger 15-ounce cup if you like extra room for milk, foam or a long pour. The C-shaped handle is wide enough for a secure grip and balances the mug well when full.
- Material: 100% ceramic with a high-gloss finish for punchy, saturated results.
- Sizes: 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml) — choose your routine size.
- Printing: sublimation process fuses color into the glaze for durable imagery.
- Safety: lead- and BPA-free; meets common food-contact safety standards.
- Design note: very dark artwork and the mug’s black base can produce subtle shade differences — add a thin lighter outline to ensure contrast if needed.
These mugs are at home in the kitchen, on the office desk, or tucked into a morning routine. They work for espresso shots, pour-overs, oat-milk lattes — you name it. The larger size is handy when you want a second cup’s worth without a refill.
- Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
- Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
- Gifting: packs well (wrap with a soft layer) and pairs nicely with coffee beans, tea tins, or a small box of biscuits.
Practical tip: for very dark designs, try a thin light border or a small margin so the artwork reads cleanly against the black ceramic.
These mugs are both microwave- and dishwasher-safe, but gentle habits extend the life of the print. We recommend dishwasher use on the top rack and milder cycles when possible.
Hand-washing is the friendliest option: warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft sponge. Avoid steel wool, harsh scouring pads, or blasting with extremely hot industrial cycles. And a quick reminder — don’t microwave an empty mug.
Two sizes: 11 oz (approx. 330 ml) and 15 oz (approx. 440 ml). The smaller cup is the familiar, everyday size; the larger one is for fuller pours and extra-creamy drinks.
Each mug’s mouth and height are proportioned so they’re easy to drink from and easy to clean. If you’re pairing with saucers or nesting in cabinets, expect the 15 oz to be slightly wider and taller than the 11 oz.
Size guide
All measurements are product dimensions in inches.
| 11 oz | 15 oz | |
|---|---|---|
| Height (in) | 3.86 | 4.72 |
| Diameter (in) | 3.35 | 3.35 |
| Diameter with handle (in) | 4.72 | 5.12 |
Note: dimensions are nominal — small production tolerances may apply. If you need precise fitment (e.g., for nested storage or custom packaging), please allow a small margin.