Who signed these off? Bizarre notices that don't offer information or help will leave you scratching your head - including a sign that tells people not to read it because it is 'private'

More often than not, the signs you see in everyday life are there to serve a practical purpose, usually to help you with directions or encourage you to buy something. But from time-to-time, you'll come across a sign that's simply there to brighten your day. In a new online gallery, Bored Panda has rounded up some of the weird and wonderful notices that have been spotted around the UK and US. From a cheeky skiing warning to a humorous TV description, they'll make you wonder how they ever got the sign-off... pun fully intended.

Tree-mendous! This cheeky sign was placed on some US slopes as a reminder to skiers to be careful when ski-ing near trees.

Grin and bear it! Meanwhile another funny sign offers no useful information, but hopefully put a laugh on people's faces, sharing an amusing joke.

Signed off: While other signs offer a joke, or perhaps information, this one is simply setting the reader up to fail.

While this UK sign makes a very sobering and important point, a witty passer-by has added an ironic line.

Screen test! This seller couldn't resist making a joke about smart televisions - and those that aren't smart, but have 'good personalities.'

Rock on! The owners of this US park tried to cover themselves from any potential lawsuits with this cheeky sign.

Spell it out! This quirky sign hammered home some truths, saying what many of us were thinking.

Sign of the time? This road sign, thought to be in North America, is sure to make drivers look twice.

What the cluck?! This US fast food restaurant found an inventive way of advertising their affordable chicken strips.

Cash in: this shop used a cheeky sign to counteract any rude customers, and strongly hint that it is worth being polite.

Bad Sign: These homeowners hoped this tongue-in-cheek sign would deter anyone from breaking into their property.

That's ruff! It might be time for this owner to update their 'beware of the dog' sign - because that very large animal certainly doesn't look like a pooch.

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