Sans Normal Wubur 2 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Franklin Gothic' by ATF Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, crafty, retro, casual, playful, approachability, handmade feel, display impact, retro tone, soft corners, compact apertures, rounded terminals, slab-like joins, poster-ready.
This typeface has a heavy, rounded construction with gently squashed curves and subtly uneven, hand-cut edges that read as intentional texture rather than strict geometric precision. Counters are generally roomy, while apertures tend toward the closed side, giving forms a sturdy, compact feel. Strokes stay broadly consistent in weight, with softly blunted terminals and occasional wedge-like joins that add character without turning decorative. The lowercase shows simple, workmanlike shapes (single-storey a and g) and short ascenders/descenders relative to the overall mass, keeping lines feeling dense and stable.
Best suited to short-to-medium display settings where its weight and texture can carry personality—headlines, poster typography, brand marks, packaging callouts, and storefront or wayfinding-style signage. It can also work for punchy subheads or labels where a friendly, handcrafted presence is desired.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a slightly vintage, handmade flavor. It feels more like a bold sign or packaging letterform than a neutral system sans, projecting friendliness and a bit of playful grit.
The design appears intended to deliver strong impact with an inviting, tactile voice—combining solid, rounded sans forms with subtle irregularities to avoid a sterile look. It prioritizes bold legibility and character for attention-grabbing display use.
Spacing appears comfortably generous for a display weight, and the rounded silhouettes keep dark areas from feeling overly sharp. Numerals are chunky and highly visible, matching the letterforms’ soft, sturdy rhythm.