Cut the shape. Engrave the detail.
Cutting gives a piece its outline - layered signs, patches, ornaments, inlays. Engraving marks the surface itself, so names, logos, and fine art stay legible through years of handling. Most projects use both.
Two techniques, one machine bed
Laser cutting removes material to make a shape: letters, layered panels, leather patches, ornaments. Engraving burns detail into the surface at a controlled depth, which is what makes a tumbler, plaque, or knife handle personal. Seeing the two side by side is the fastest way to decide what a piece needs.
Engraved drinkware
Powder-coated tumblers, mugs, bottles, and flasks with names, logos, or art.
Awards and plaques
Recognition pieces in wood, acrylic, glass, and stone.
Dimensional signage
Cut letters and layered panels for lobbies, doors, and events.
Patches
Leather and acrylic patches cut and engraved for hats and apparel.
Ornaments and décor
Seasonal pieces, wall art, coasters, and keepsakes.
Personal keepsakes
Memorial pieces, wedding items, and gifts with dates and handwriting.
How a laser project runs
Pick the piece and the mark
Tell us the item, what should appear on it, and where. Handwriting, signatures, and photos can all be engraved with the right preparation.
Approve the layout
We proof the artwork at true size on the actual piece so you can see how large the engraving reads before we run it.
Cut, engrave, finish
The job runs in the studio, gets cleaned and checked, then goes out for pickup or shipping.
Questions
Ask about your projectWhat is the difference between cutting and engraving?
Cutting goes all the way through the material to create a shape or opening. Engraving marks the surface at a set depth without cutting through. A layered sign is cut; the lettering on a tumbler is engraved.
Can you engrave handwriting or a signature?
Yes. A clear photo or scan of the handwriting on plain paper works best. We clean it up and proof it before engraving.
Can you engrave an item I bring in?
Often. It depends on the material and shape - coated metals, wood, leather, glass, and stone generally engrave well. Send a photo first so we can confirm.
How small can the detail be?
Fine linework and small text engrave well, though very small text on rough or curved surfaces reads less clearly. We proof at true size so you can judge it before production.
Get a laser project quoted
Send the item and the artwork or wording. We will proof it at size and quote the run.
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