What are the Differences Between Natural, Smooth and Welsh Slate?

When it comes to creating a slate house sign online, it should be an easy and enjoyable experience. But sometimes the first hurdle on your sign-making-escapade can be the biggest, particularly if you don’t know the difference between your smooth, natural and Welsh slate. So let’s take a look and see exactly what the differences are.

Natural slate texture example

Natural Slate

For a more rustic look or character property, a natural slate house sign would be a perfect choice. With a textured surface, this slate is full of character, with each cut naturally having differing textures, tones and features within the rough texture of the sign.

Natural slate is ideal for character properties, outhouses, barns, heritage buildings, shabby-chic displays and garden signage.

Examples of our Natural Slate signs

Smooth slate texture example

Smooth Slate

For a modern property, or for anyone looking for a slightly more glossy and sleek finish to their house plaque, a honed slate house sign would be the ideal solution. Unlike natural slate, this glossy slate has a glass-like, reflective and flat surface meaning there is less texture and character to the face of the sign, but it displays a crisp and clean look.

Smooth slate is perfect for modern homes, feature properties, commercial properties, restaurants and hotel signage.

Examples of our Smooth Slate signs

Example of welsh slate chipped edge

Welsh Slate

Welsh slate as the name suggests, originates from Wales and is an popular option for anyone looking for a sign with plenty of charm. Welsh slate signs have a chipped edge effect, giving it a rustic appearance. 

Welsh slate house signs are an ideal choice for older properties or cottages. 

Examples of our Welsh Slate signs

Decided on a material?

If you’re looking to make a stunning sign, we’ve got you covered. Create your house sign using our easy online sign creator tools where you can choose from a huge amount of customisable options, including size, text, colours and fonts.

So whether it’s natural slate, smooth slate, or any other of the styles and materials that The Bespoke Sign House have on offer, you can be assured that your new sign will be one to be proud of.