Slab Rounded Ulho 6 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, retro, playful, friendly, folksy, poster-like, display impact, retro charm, friendly tone, signage clarity, rounded serifs, soft corners, ball terminals, chunky, high-ink.
This typeface uses heavy, compact letterforms with softened slab-like serifs and rounded terminals throughout, creating a dense, inked-in silhouette. Strokes are low-contrast and fairly uniform, with small bulb/ball endings and bracketed joins that keep corners from feeling sharp. The proportions are condensed with tight counters, while round forms (C, O, Q) stay open enough for display use. Numerals and lowercase share the same sturdy construction, with a single-storey a and g and a generally even, steady rhythm across lines.
Best suited to headlines, short blurbs, and display typography where its rounded slab details can read clearly. It works well for packaging, café/market-style signage, event posters, and brand marks that want a friendly retro voice. In longer text it creates a dark, compact color, so generous size and spacing help maintain readability.
The overall tone is warm and quirky, with a nostalgic, hand-set flavor reminiscent of vintage posters and toy-like signage. Rounded serifs and bulb terminals add charm and approachability, while the sturdy weight projects confidence and visibility. It feels informal and characterful rather than formal or minimalist.
The design appears intended to combine the solidity of a slab-serif structure with softened, rounded finishing for a more personable display feel. Its condensed stance and heavy stroke weight prioritize impact and quick recognition, while the bulb terminals provide a distinctive signature for branding and titles.
The design leans on strong verticals and compact spacing, producing a tight texture in paragraph settings while remaining most comfortable at larger sizes. Distinctive details like the curled terminals and pronounced feet give words a decorative edge without relying on high contrast.