We are able to achieve very fine detail using our laser carving technology across a range of varied substraights. These include Iroko, Oak, Cedar, Ash, Douglas Fir, Birch and Mahanoy face exterior Plywood’s
We are also able to finish many of these signs to Panatone, RAL or BS4800 colour, as well as a large range of Metallics
The Brief: Using laser carved Gaboon Ply for a clean engraved graphic the impact of the design is more prominent as less wood grain is visible.
| Process
Laser carved Gaboon Ply with full colour fill |
| Material
12-15mm Gaboon Ply with water based latex colour fill |
| Finish
Water based latex paint |
The Brief: Laser Carved European Oak signage for a crisp, sharp look. Using 12-15mm Oak we can laser carve a highly accurate design which can be filled with any colour fill
| Process
Laser carved European Oak with colour fill |
| Material
European Oak with water based latex colour fill |
| Finish
Water based latex paint |
The Brief: 42mm Yellow Cedar is perfect for two sided signs. Using laser carving for delicate and accurate designs means that no fine detail is lost.
| Process
Laser carved 42mm Yellow Cedar With Colour Fill |
| Material
42mm Yellow Cedar |
| Finish
Water based latex paint with a natural wood finish |
The Brief: Working closely with design agency ‘Make It Clear’, The Grain was asked to produce a complete new set of signage for this elegant National Trust mansion.
| Process
Laser carved text onto pre-painted marine boat builder Plywood. |
| Material
Lloyds certified Plywood, Pressure treated Douglas Fir posts |
| Finish
Water based Latex paint. Douglas Fir left to natural pressure treated finish |
The Brief: Create opening plaques to mark the official opening of Ufton Court visitors centre
| Process
Laser carved graphic with colour fills |
| Material
32mm European Oak |
| Finish
Matt based Aliphatic wood finish to convey a natural look |
The Brief: Create maps and wayfinding signs for Runways End visitors Centre
| Process
Laser carved yellow cedar with Laser Carved inset plaques |
| Material
42mm Canadian Yellow Cedar |
| Finish
2 coats Osmo Oil 420 |
The Brief: Produce Laser carved signs in pastel colourways for Highwire direction signage.
Client…JFA Sign Company
| Process
Laser carved graphics with dark fills |
| Material
18mm boat builders marine Plywood |
| Finish
4 coat water based paints to RAL or BS4800 |
The Brief: Exterior wall mounted plaque to mark building refurbishment
| Process
Laser carved and colour filled graphics and text |
| Material
20mm European Oak |
| Finish
Osmo Oil 420 Satin |
The Brief: For principle global – produce Laser carved and Digital printed interior wayfinding panels
| Process
Flat bead UV Digital print, combined with laser carved text with colour fills |
| Material
18mm veneered MDF panels in American Cherry |
| Finish
3 coast acid catalyst lacquer |
