Nameplate Simulator | Choosing an Engraving Finish
Engraving is done by laser. You can choose from three engraving finishes for the lettered area. The combination with the wood tone makes a significant difference in how the text reads.
Three finishes
Laser engraving only leaves the wood surface uncolored, close to the natural wood tone. Black-filled engraving makes the text darker, and white-filled engraving makes it appear white. All three finishes are matte with no sheen. Pairing light wood with black fill or dark wood with white fill increases contrast for easy legibility. Conversely, pairing dark wood with black or light wood with white reduces contrast so the text blends quietly into the grain — a good choice when you prefer the lettering not to stand out.
One thing to keep in mind is how lines are rendered in laser engraving. Complex kanji characters in a thin typeface at a small size can cause strokes to fill in and lose definition. Using a simpler letterform and an appropriate size helps keep the lines clean.
How to use
Select laser only, black-filled, or white-filled under "Engraving finish" and the preview updates to show how the engraving looks. You can check how contrast changes with different wood tones.
The simulator preview is a rendering of the finished piece. After you order, we email you the actual design data to review — production begins only once you approve it, so you can order with confidence even for the first time.
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