Distressed Efmed 13 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Montio' by Katatrad, 'Sebino Soft' by Nine Font, and 'Betm Rounded' and 'Meltow' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, stickers, social graphics, playful, grungy, handmade, friendly, cartoon, playful display, handmade look, instant texture, casual branding, poster impact, rounded, blobby, textured, chunky, bouncy.
A heavy, rounded display face with soft, blobby contours and slightly irregular stroke behavior that mimics marker or brush lettering. Shapes are simplified and bulbous, with open counters kept compact by the thick strokes. The outlines and interior fills show a consistent speckled/rough texture, giving the letters a worn, inked-on-paper feel. Spacing and rhythm are relaxed and slightly uneven, supporting a casual, hand-drawn impression while remaining broadly legible at larger sizes.
Best suited to short-form display settings such as posters, headlines, product packaging, labels, stickers, and social media graphics where a bold, friendly presence is needed. The built-in texture also works well when you want instant grit without adding separate effects, particularly on playful brands and casual event promotions.
The overall tone is upbeat and informal, with a kid-friendly, cartoon-like warmth tempered by a gritty, printed texture. It reads as approachable and humorous rather than serious, evoking handmade signage, playful packaging, and DIY posters.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, approachable display voice with a ready-made distressed finish, combining rounded, hand-lettered forms with a consistent worn-ink texture for instant character.
The distressed texture is present across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, creating a cohesive ‘ink wear’ effect that becomes a defining feature in text. The thick strokes and rounded terminals reduce fine detail, so the design’s personality comes through most clearly when set with generous size and breathing room.