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Side-by-side view of two traditional front doors: one red with gold fixtures and the other white, partially obscured by a lush green hedge. The brick walls and ivy add character to the entrances.

The Front Door is Open for Sustainable House Signs

In our industry of house sign makers, sustainable practices aren’t something that’s talked about anywhere near enough. Because of this, we’re striving to drive forward and lead by example to have...

The Front Door is Open for Sustainable House Signs

In our industry of house sign makers, sustainable practices aren’t something that’s talked about anywhere near enough. Because of this, we’re striving to drive forward and lead by example to have...

How has slate been used throughout the years?

The History of Slate

The slate we use today is a product derived from hundreds of years of trial, error, and innovation to make the high-grade material that we use in our sign production shop...

The History of Slate

The slate we use today is a product derived from hundreds of years of trial, error, and innovation to make the high-grade material that we use in our sign production shop...

A split image showing two slate house signs: “Eldnar House” mounted against a stack of chopped wood and “Hazelhurst” fixed to a wooden trellis with a brick wall in the background.

The Difference Between Laser Printed & Engraved...

When it comes to making signs, slate is by far one of the most popular orders we get to come through our doors. But the question is, etched or engraved?...

The Difference Between Laser Printed & Engraved...

When it comes to making signs, slate is by far one of the most popular orders we get to come through our doors. But the question is, etched or engraved?...

A collage of three personalized house signs on brick walls: “Freezingham Farm” on green slate, “SIX Cornfield Drive” on black granite with a wheat design, and “20 Silverdale” on dark slate with floral accents.

The Differences with Slate, Granite and Welsh S...

We often get asked what the difference is between riven, honed, and Welsh slate. In terms of quality, not much... it's all in the visual appeal. We look at the differences between...

The Differences with Slate, Granite and Welsh S...

We often get asked what the difference is between riven, honed, and Welsh slate. In terms of quality, not much... it's all in the visual appeal. We look at the differences between...

A small, single-story cottage with light-colored cladding and a dark roof, surrounded by tall, yellow-flowering plants in the foreground. A red chimney and power lines are visible against a pale sky.

How to Change Your House Name UK

Looking to change your house name, but not sure where to start? We can help point you in the right direction and help you postman find your home with a new nameplate...

How to Change Your House Name UK

Looking to change your house name, but not sure where to start? We can help point you in the right direction and help you postman find your home with a new nameplate...