Your Step-by-Step Path to Perfect Personalisation

So, you’ve decided to create a custom engraved piece — brilliant! But where do you start? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back. Our engraving guides walk you through every step, from choosing the right material to prepping your artwork like a pro.

1. Choose the Right Material

Not all materials react the same way to laser engraving. Here’s a quick run-down:

• Bamboo & Plywood: Warm, natural finish — great for signs, coasters, and gifts.
• Acrylic: Smooth and modern — perfect for awards, signage, and tech accessories.
• Anodised Aluminium: Durable and sleek — ideal for industrial or corporate items.
• Glass & Crystal: Elegant and timeless — perfect for awards and wedding gifts.
• Leather: Soft, tactile, and ages beautifully — excellent for wallets and journals.

Each material has its own engraving depth, contrast, and feel. We’ll help you pick the best one for your project.

2. Prepare Your Artwork

To get a crisp, clean engraving, your artwork needs to be high quality. Here’s how:

• Use black and white vector files (SVG, AI, EPS) for logos or text.
• For photos, use high-resolution PNG or JPG (300dpi minimum).
• Keep text bold and legible — tiny fonts can blur when engraved.
• Avoid complex gradients — lasers work best with solid contrasts.

Need help? Upload your file and our team will check it before production — free of charge.

3. Pick Your Engraving Style

• Deep Engraving: Bold and tactile — great for outdoor signage or rugged items.
• Surface Etching: Subtle and elegant — ideal for glassware or fine jewellery.
• Fill Engraving: Adds contrast with infill (like black ink in engraved lines) — perfect for plaques.

4. Preview & Approve

We generate a digital proof before engraving begins. This way, you can see exactly how your final product will look — no nasty surprises.

🛠️ Bonus Tip: Always double-check spelling and dates. Once it’s engraved, it’s set in stone (or wood, or metal!).