Distressed Tebu 6 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Araboto' by FarahatDesign and 'Nu Sans' by Typecalism Foundryline (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, book covers, event flyers, rugged, handmade, vintage, gritty, playful, aged print, handmade feel, rustic branding, themed display, analog texture, rough edges, ink bleed, chiseled, textured, uneven.
A rough, handcrafted serif with irregular contours and visibly distressed edges, as if stamped, printed on coarse paper, or cut from worn wood type. Strokes show uneven width and occasional blobby terminals, creating a lively texture without sacrificing the basic structure of the letterforms. Proportions are fairly compact with sturdy stems, rounded counters, and slightly inconsistent curves that reinforce the handmade rhythm across the alphabet and figures.
Well-suited to display typography where texture and atmosphere matter—posters, packaging, labels, headlines, and editorial features that want a worn or handcrafted tone. It can also work for short bursts of body copy in themed layouts, especially when the goal is to add grit and warmth rather than pristine neutrality.
The font feels rugged and analog, with a weathered, tactile character that suggests age, craft, and imperfection. Its irregularities add personality and a hint of mischievous energy, making text feel more human and less polished. Overall it reads as vintage-meets-grunge rather than sleek or formal.
Likely designed to evoke the look of imperfect printing or hand-cut lettering, combining a traditional serif foundation with deliberate wear and edge breakup. The intent appears to be delivering a bold, readable silhouette while adding enough surface irregularity to convey authenticity and character.
The distressed treatment is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, producing a steady “inked” texture in both single letters and running text. In the sample paragraph it remains readable at display sizes, while the rough perimeter detail becomes the primary visual feature as size increases.