Design tips to ensure the best possible results when engraving your design
To ensure the best possible results when engraving your design please review and follow the
guidelines below when preparing and submitting your artwork.
guidelines below when preparing and submitting your artwork.
👉Design Do's and Don'ts
Refer to the info below for a quick visual guide to optimal design practices:
Refer to the info below for a quick visual guide to optimal design practices:
DO ✅
- High contrast images
- Sufficient line thickness
- Clear, legible text
- If using text make sure it is 100% Black
AVOID ❌❗
- Grayscale images
- Thin lines
- Small or intricate text
Note: We may adjust artwork slightly for optimal engraving without altering design intent.
Artwork Design Requirements
Artwork Design Requirements
Image Formatting:
- Black & White Only: Convert all artwork to pure black and white. Grayscale and color
images do not engrave cleanly on glass - High Contrast Designs: Use bold, high-contrast graphics. Sharp outlines and filled black
areas yield the best clarity - Avoid Gradients/Shadows: Glass does not render shading or tonal transitions effectively
Line & Font Specifications
- Minimum Line Thickness: Use lines that are at least 0.25 mm (0.01 in) wide
- Simple, Legible Fonts: Avoid script or overly decorative typefaces. Fonts should be easy to
read and not overly fine - Minimum Font Size: Use a minimum of 6–8 pt depending on the font style
Contrast Effects & Inversion Options
We offer different visual effects based on how your design handles black and white space:
- Standard Effect: Artwork is engraved exactly as submitted. Black areas will be etched
- Negative Effect: The background is engraved, and the design remains clear—ideal for bold contrast or painted glassware
- Custom Inversion: You may invert your design in your software (e.g., LightBurn, Illustrator) to