Etched Metal Plaques - Ordering Options

Etched Metal Plaques Ordering Options

Cast Plaques

Etched Plaques Ordering Options

Option 1 - Finish
Option 2 - Thickness
Option 3 - Edge
Option 4 - Fill Color
Option 5 - Recessed or Raised Graphics
Option 6 - Mounting Method
Option 7 - Rosettes

Need It Soon? No Problem.

Why wait weeks for your plaque? ... our normal production time is 10 to 14 working days.

Whether your plaque or marker contains standard text or custom artwork, Wausau Awards can manufacture a plaque to your specifications in just days following approval of artwork.

We will transform your two-dimensional artwork (or we can do all the design work and set up the file to your specifications) into a precise three-dimensional plaque made from the highest quality alloys. The quality of these plaques is made to last for decades.

Take a look at your options below and contact us today for a quote or to place an order.

Below is ordering information for Etched Stainless Steel, Bronze, Brass, or Copper plaques.
For Cast Plaque ordering options, please see this page.

Basic Information

In order to provide you with an accurate quote, please include what size you are approximately looking for, or what space restrictions you have in the area the plaque will be mounted.

Please include all text and logos you are looking to have cast or etched, or a rough draft of your text if this has not been finalized.

Cast letters must be of a certain minimum size depending on font. Etched plaques can capture finer details. We will advise you on that based on what size plaque you are looking for, and what text you need to have cast or etched.

If there is a specific event or day you need to have the plaque installed by, please note it when contacting us so we can advise you if there will be enough time to meet your needs.

Option 1 - Finish

	Satin Finish Bronze (Most Popular)
	Satin Finish Brass
	Satin Finish Copper
	Satin Finish Stainless Steel

Option 2 - Thickness

1/16" (most popular)

1/8"

3/16"

1/4"

Option 3 - Edge

Flat Edge

(No Border
Most Popular)

Flat Edge

An optional bevel edge is applied to one half the material thickness. Bevel edges are not available on 1/16" thick material or any stainless steel

Option 4 - Fill Color

Several standard baked enamel colors are available in stock

	Black (Most popular)

	Dark Green

	Maroon

Other common colors such as blue are available upon request.

Option 5 - Recessed or Raised Graphics

	Recessed Graphics (standard)

	Raised Graphics Adds 15% To Final Cost

Option 6 - Mounting Method

	"Blind" Mount (Most Popular) All plaques 1/4" thick and thicker are drilled and tapped. 1/16" & 1/8" thick plaques have double face tape applied to the back. Tape is 3M #4930 - 25 mil. Tape for use in most applications. You will need to verify if this works for your application.

	Hole Mount Holes are drilled through the surface of the plaque. Specify screw size and if you need the holes to be countersunk. 1/16" thick plaques cannot be countersunk and will include round head screws.

	Stud Boss Mount Stud bosses can be welded to the backs of 1/16", 1/8" & 3/16" thick plaques.
	No Mounting Method No holes or welded bosses on the plaque - these plaques could be used for temporary placement in an office or on a shelf, or mounted with outdoor construction adhesive directly to a flat stone.

Option 7 - Rosettes (Optional for Hole Mounting Methods)

Rosettes

Rosettes are decorative covers for bronze and aluminum plaques used to cover the screw heads in each corner.
Rosettes are available in a variety of sizes based on the design.

Rosettes with highlights are oxidized, aluminum rosettes with highlights are painted to match plaque background. Screw heads are painted to match plaque background.