Etched metal plaques offer precise, detailed lettering and imagery in a sleek, professional format. Available in stainless steel, bronze, or brass, each plaque is chemically etched with your design and paint-filled in your choice of solid or multi-color finishes. We also offer full-color UV printing for photographic images or complex artwork.
All etched plaques are sealed with a clear protective coating for indoor or outdoor durability. Mounting options include blind stud mount or screw-through-face. Order online for standard sizes and options, or use our quote form and we’ll help guide you through materials, layout, and mounting choices. Rush production and nationwide installation are available.
- Material: Stainless Steel, Bronze, or Brass
- Finish: Brushed or Polished
- Mounting: Blind Studs, Screws through face, or Stand-Off Hardware
- Size Range: Custom sizes available, typically 4" to 40" wide
- Thickness / Depth: 1/8" to ¼", depending on material
- High-resolution etching ideal for detailed or small text, graphics, and photographs
- Protective clear coat available for added durability
- Suitable for Indoor or Outdoor Use
- Add custom logos, text, and full-image etching
- Add detailed logos and images created in full color UV printed graphics
- Paint-filled etched areas in standard or custom Pantone colors
- Variety of fonts, border styles, and background textures
- Optional Finishes: Polished or Oxidized (for bronze)
- Optional add backer panel: Wood, Acrylic, Glass or Metal
- Mounting hardware included.
- Common mounting options include blind studs or screws through the face. The appropriate method depends on plaque size, thickness, and mounting surface.
- Nationwide installation available — request a quote and provide a photo of your wall or building to receive a custom estimate.
Etched Metal Plaques
Starting at: $169.00
Etched metal plaques in stainless steel, bronze, or brass deliver durable signage with finely detailed text, logos, and images.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Etched metal plaques are produced by chemically etching recessed designs into solid sheets of metal, allowing for much finer detail, smaller text, and more intricate artwork compared to cast bronze plaques, which have raised letters and a textured background. Etched plaques are ideal for detailed line art, donor listings, building diagrams, and any project where smaller text is needed.
Etched plaques are available in: - Stainless Steel: Brushed, polished, or painted backgrounds; silver-toned and corrosion-resistant - Bronze: Classic gold tone with brushed or oxidized finishes; develops beautiful patina outdoors - Brass: Warm, rich hue; brushed or polished finishes for a traditional look - Copper: Distinctive reddish tone; develops dramatic patina outdoors Each material can be finished with a clear protective coating for additional outdoor durability. We can help recommend the best metal based on your project's design and environment.
The etched areas (letters and graphics) are recessed into the surface and typically paint-filled for enhanced contrast. Common paint fill options include black, white, or custom colors to match your branding or project requirements.
Etched plaques allow for very fine detail and text — down to as small as 1/8" letter height in many cases — without losing readability. This makes etched metal ideal for donor walls, dedication messages, technical drawings, and signage requiring precision.
Yes. Etched stainless steel, bronze, brass, and copper plaques are highly durable and designed for long-term outdoor installations. A protective clear coat shields against UV exposure, rain, and corrosion. Over time, uncoated bronze and brass will naturally develop a distinguished patina.
Yes. We offer UV printed metal plaques, where full-color or black halftone images are printed directly onto the metal surface. UV printed plaques are rated for outdoor exposure and can withstand sun, rain, snow, and freezing temperatures. They are ideal for complex logos, photographic imagery, or full-color graphics, and even text-only designs when a vibrant color presentation is preferred. UV printing is a flexible, durable alternative when etching is not suitable for the design style.
Etched metal plaques can be mounted using: - Blind studs for hidden mounting into masonry, concrete, or walls - Through-face screws with optional decorative rosettes - Post mounts for freestanding installation in landscaping or outdoor spaces
Most etched metal plaques are completed within 4–5 weeks after final proof approval and payment. Complex layouts, multi-panel systems, or UV printed designs may require slightly more time. Rush production may be available if needed.
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