F.A.Q.

How is the laser engraving done?
Laser engraving is done similarly to regular LaserJet printing, except you have a little Special Effects Company working with you...well...sort of!

What different types of material can a CO2 laser engrave?
CO2 lasers use ultra violet (invisible) light to burn wood, plastic, glass, granite, tile to name a few. Metal cannot be engraved, it reflects back, but there is a process that allows you to permanently mark metal. It has the characteristic of a silk screening.

What will laser engraving cost me?
We price buy the minute. You will need to send us a file of what you want done (text, art work etc.). Once we size the art work and text to the product we will send you an estimate.

Are there any requirements for photos or text if we submit them to you?
Here are some guide lines to follow in order to get the best possible laser engraving:

Digital camera requirements are:
• 1.3 mega pixel and up.
• 1280 x 960 or better resolution
• Color or Grayscale
• JPEG, TIFF, PDF file format
• If you are scanning please use 300dpi setting - color or grayscale - original size
• Remember the better the photo the better the engraving. You will be disappointed if you do not follow these guide lines......and we don't want you our customer unhappy.

How do I place an order with you company?
An E-mail or Phone call is the best way to get started. E-mail allows us to give you prices based on cost of product plus engraving. We will then send you a print out file of your project so you can approve the job or make any necessary changes. When satisfied, send us back the file (reply) with your approval and we will contact you for payment of merchandise and give you a time frame for delivery. All shipments are subject to delivery charges based on current rates from UPS or the US Postal System.