Materials

What we can engrave on

Name: American Laser Engraving
Address: 6400 Woodward Ave, Downers Grove, IL, 60516, US
Telephone: +1 630-263-7871
Price range: $$

Stainless steel, wood, glass, acrylic, leather, marble and granite — each behaves differently under a laser. Here is how to choose.

Deep, high-contrast marks that will not fade, chip or wash off.

Fibre laser · permanent

Warm, burned-in detail with beautiful grain contrast on hardwoods and ply.

CO2 laser · natural char

Frosted, tactile etching for barware, awards and photo panels.

CO2 laser · frosted etch

Crisp cut edges and bright engraved detail, clear or coloured.

Cut & engrave

Rich debossed marks on journals, portfolios, bags and patches.

CO2 laser · debossed

Stone-permanent engraving for memorials, plaques and awards.

Stone etch · lifetime

Bright, precise contrast ideal for tags, plates and industrial marking.

Fibre laser · high contrast

Two-tone marking on powder-coated and painted metal surfaces.

Fibre laser · two-tone

Textured, tactile engraving for coasters, tiles and serving boards.

CO2 laser · textured

Working with something not listed? Send us a photo at admin@alaserengraving.com and we will confirm whether it can be engraved.

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Not sure which material suits your piece?

Tell us what the item is and how it will be used. We will recommend the material and finish that will hold up.