Etched & Paint-Filled Metal Signs
Recessed lettering, logos and graphics with paint-filled detail for custom metal identification and branding. Manufacturing support for sign companies and signage contractors, from single pieces to project batches.
Recessed Graphics With Controlled Color Filling
Etching creates recessed text, logos, symbols or patterns in the metal surface. The recessed areas can then be filled with project-selected paint colors while the exposed metal receives the approved brushed, polished or plated appearance.
This construction is suitable for door signs, equipment plates, instruction panels, hotel and office identification, branded plaques and other applications that require clear permanent information.
Specified For The Required Appearance And Environment
Stainless Steel
304 or 316 stainless steel can be reviewed for brushed, polished, painted or plated project finishes.
Brass
Brass supports natural, brushed, polished, aged or protected decorative appearances subject to sample approval.
Aluminum
Lightweight aluminum plates can be painted, anodized or otherwise finished according to the approved specification.
Information Needed For Production Review
- Vector artwork with text converted to outlines
- Plate dimensions, metal thickness and quantity
- Etched areas clearly identified in the drawing
- Pantone, RAL or approved physical color reference
- Surface grain direction and exposed metal finish
- Hole positions, adhesive, studs or other mounting details
Line width, text size, etching depth and paint-fill method must be reviewed against the final artwork before production.
Etched Metal Sign Specifications
Production parameters are confirmed after artwork, finish samples and installation conditions are reviewed.
304/316 stainless steel, brass or aluminum; typical reference thickness is 0.5–3.0 mm depending on size and mounting.
Custom width, height, thickness, corner shape, holes and fixing positions according to the approved drawing.
Etching depth, minimum line width and paint system are confirmed from artwork, exposure and required visual result.
PVD or electroplated color, gloss level and sample standard are confirmed before production when a plated finish is specified.
Single pieces and small batches are available. Pricing, sample charges and production lead time are confirmed for the approved project specification.
Protective film and individual separation with export carton or plywood case selected for the surface finish and shipment.
Color tolerance, metal grain, etching detail, coating system, adhesive and mounting method must be recorded in the approved order specification.
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Etched and Paint-Filled Sign Questions
Define the artwork and finish before comparing quotations. Etching detail and paint-fill requirements are reviewed for each approved design.
What is an etched and paint-filled metal sign?
An etched and paint-filled metal sign has recessed lettering, logos or graphics in the metal surface, with selected recessed areas filled with paint. RBS reviews the artwork, metal, finish and colour references before confirming the production specification.
What artwork is needed for an etched metal nameplate?
Provide vector artwork with text converted to outlines, plate dimensions, material and thickness, the areas to be etched, paint-colour references, hole positions or mounting details, and quantity. Minimum detail and etching depth must be agreed after the artwork review rather than assumed from a photograph.
Can RBS make one etched plate or quote a sample?
Yes. Single pieces and small batches are available. If you need a sample before a larger order, include that request with the drawing. Sample charges, finish approval and production lead time are quoted for the specific design; a sample is not automatically free.
Are etching depth and paint colour fixed for every order?
No fixed universal depth or paint system is stated for every order. Confirm the artwork detail, metal thickness, colour reference, surface finish and installation environment in the approved specification. RBS quotes the manufacturing approach after reviewing those requirements.
Related references: Custom Metal Sign Specification Guide · RBS manufacturing process.
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