About this design
Zhejiang Expwy S22 sign with name
Zhejiang Expwy S22 sign with name (China) (Road Sign) Color Changing Mug 11oz
This design is a flat, modern rendering of the S22 Provincial Expressway route marker from Zhejiang Province, China, set in the bold green and white of regional highway signage.
Visual Elements & Composition
Green dominates the layout, filling most of the field and signalling a controlled-access, high-speed road. A rounded-corner shield with a white border sits at the centre, carrying the route number S22 in bold characters. A horizontal yellow header band runs across the top, bearing the province's expressway name in Chinese, 浙高速, while white lettering on the green reads the route name, 象山湾疏港高速. The arrangement is clean and instructional, with every element placed for quick reading at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
The letter "S" marks a provincial-level highway, and the shield form is the route identifier drivers learn to follow across the province. The green background follows China's standard for expressways, and the whole sign conforms to GB 5768, the national code for road traffic signs and markings. Together these details tell you exactly what kind of road you are on and where it leads, a small piece of modern Zhejiang's navigation system translated into graphic form.
Designed for the Turn of the Hand
A mug is held and turned, so this sign reads as you rotate it, the shield and header coming into view in sequence as the cup moves. On this colour-changing piece, the artwork stays faint while the mug is cold and the route marker surfaces as hot coffee or tea is poured in, so the sign appears to be revealed the way a driver discovers a junction. It is a pleasing match for anyone who has ever followed a route number with a fresh cup in hand.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- Also on
- 1 other mugs & glasses
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Daily routine: fill with any hot beverage to reveal your chosen artwork.
- Gifting: the “magic” reveal makes it a memorable present for birthdays, holidays, or office exchanges.
- 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.