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Engraved nameplates.
Desk plates. Door signs. Office signage.

Custom engraved desk nameplates, door plates, cubicle plates, and wall-mounted office signage. Interchangeable slider door signs, executive desk plates with holders, conference room signs, and dedication plaques — in brass, aluminum, and two-ply engravable laminate. Engraved in-house in Chico since 1982.

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Recognition Products has produced our office nameplates and door signs for [X] years. Every plate matches our facility standard exactly — same font, same color, same holder style — and reorders arrive in a day.
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Why engraved

Engraved corporate and professional office signage.

Engraved nameplates are corporate identification that stays on the desk, door, or wall. Executive desk plates, cubicle name plates, office door signs (fixed or interchangeable slider), conference room signs, dedication plaques, and wall-mounted directory signage — all engraved to your facility standard. The identification is cut into the material rather than printed on top of it, so there is no printed surface layer to wear off in high-touch office environments.

All three substrates — brass, aluminum, and two-ply engravable laminate — are engraved in-house. Three core materials, one facility, no outside vendors, with material consistency across reorders and quality control at the source.

Send us your name list, format requirements, mounting preference, and any facility standard. We come back with pricing, material recommendations, and a proof for your approval before anything ships. Reorders match the approved layout already on file.

Where nameplates go

The full range of engraved office signage.

Every corporate, professional, medical, educational, and government office runs on engraved identification. Desk plates for offices and workstations, door plates for private offices and conference rooms, wall plates for dedications and directory signage — we produce every form factor, engraved to your facility standard.

Desk nameplates
Executive desk plates in brass, aluminum, or two-ply engravable laminate — with or without holders. Standard 2×8 and 2×10 sizes, custom sizes on request. Adhesive, holder-mounted, or freestanding.
Standard sizes · Custom
Office door signs
Fixed engraved door plates for private offices, exam rooms, classrooms, and conference rooms. Adhesive back, drilled, or holder-mounted. Standard formats and custom sizes.
Fixed or interchangeable
Interchangeable slider signs
Sliding "IN / OUT" or "IN USE / VACANT" door signs with engraved inner slider plates. Conference room availability indicators, restroom signs, and private office status signs.
Slider mechanism · Custom text
Cubicle nameplates
Cubicle-mounted employee identification for open office environments. Standard formats with adhesive back or magnetic mount. Bulk-order friendly for facility-wide programs.
Bulk programs
Wall dedication plates
Engraved brass or aluminum wall plates for building dedications, donor recognition, memorial signage, room naming, and permanent installations. Custom shapes and sizes.
Brass · Aluminum
Corporate facility programs
Multi-site nameplate programs with standardized formats, consistent branding, and consolidated reorders. Currently supporting facility programs for hospitals, schools, banks, and corporate offices throughout Northern California.
Facility standard
Materials we engrave

Three substrates, one shop. Every material engraved in-house.

All three substrates are engraved in-house. Brass and aluminum for executive, dedication, and wall applications; two-ply engravable laminate for standard office desk and door signage. Three substrates, matched to your facility standard, brand color, and mounting method at the quote stage.

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Stock color combinations for two-ply engravable laminate. Plus PMS color match on custom orders.
28 two-ply engravable laminate combinations in stock, including brand-standard blues, grays, blacks, whites, and full ANSI safety colors. PMS color match on custom orders for corporate branding programs.
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Two-ply engravable laminate — professional standard
Two-ply engravable laminate for office desk plates, door signs, and cubicle nameplates. Colored cap layer over a contrasting core, engraved to expose the core color. 28 color combinations in stock. Engraved in-house.
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Brass — executive and dedication plates
Naval brass or C260 cartridge brass for executive desk plates, wall dedication plaques, memorial signage, and permanent installations. Engraved in-house.
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Aluminum — lightweight and anodized
Anodized aluminum in a range of colors including brand-standard finishes. Lightweight, professional appearance, cost-effective for multi-site corporate programs and large facility rollouts. Engraved in-house.
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Mounting: holders, adhesive, drilled
Desk plate holders in brass, silver, and black finishes. Adhesive back for door and wall installation. Drilled and screwed for permanent mount. Interchangeable slider mechanisms for conference room and status signage.
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Standard sizes and custom formats
Standard 2×8 and 2×10 desk plates, 3×1 title strips, custom sizes for door signage and wall dedication plates. Any hole pattern, any dimension. MOQ = 1 for standard sizes and reorders.
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Logo engraving and multi-line layouts
Company logos, department seals, and multi-line format layouts engraved cleanly on all three substrates. Send us your logo file or facility template — we match and engrave to your exact standard.
Formats and options

Every format, mount, and finishing option.

We've produced office nameplates for corporate, medical, education, government, and financial buyers across Northern California since 1982. Below are the options, formats, and finishing details that make up the full engraved nameplate program — anything not listed, ask about it.

DESK
Standard desk plates with holders
Executive 2×8 and 2×10 desk plates in engravable laminate, brass, or aluminum. Compatible with brass, silver, or black desk holders. Also available freestanding, adhesive-mounted, or plate-only.
DOOR
Fixed door plates
Adhesive-back or drilled door plates for private offices, exam rooms, and classrooms. Standard formats or custom sizes. Two-ply engravable laminate, brass, or aluminum.
SLIDER
Interchangeable slider door signs
"IN USE / VACANT," "IN / OUT," or custom text sliders. Metal frame with engraved inner slider plate. Conference room availability, exam room status, executive office in-use signs.
CUBICLE
Cubicle and workstation plates
Small format nameplates for cubicle walls and open workstations. Magnetic mount, adhesive back, or slot-in holders. Bulk-order friendly for facility-wide programs.
WALL
Wall dedication and directory plates
Engraved brass or aluminum wall plates for dedications, donor recognition, memorials, and room-naming programs. Screw or adhesive mount. Custom shapes, sizes, and multi-line layouts.
LOGO
Company logos and multi-line formats
Corporate logos, department seals, university crests, and complex multi-line layouts engraved cleanly. Send us your logo file or facility template — we match your exact standard on every reorder.
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Frequently asked

Common questions on engraved nameplates.

What materials do you make nameplates in?
Three substrates in-house: two-ply engravable laminate (for office desk plates, door signs, and cubicle plates — 28 color combinations in stock), brass (for executive desk plates, wall dedication plaques, and permanent installations), and aluminum (anodized in a range of colors, lightweight for multi-site programs). All engraved in-house in Chico.
What are the standard sizes for desk nameplates?
Standard executive desk nameplate sizes are 2×8 inches and 2×10 inches — the sizes that fit standard desk holders. We also produce 3×1 title strips and custom sizes for non-standard applications. Send us your requirement or the holder you're matching to, and we'll size the plate accordingly.
Do you make interchangeable slider door signs?
Yes. Interchangeable slider door signs use a metal frame with an engraved inner slider plate — "IN USE / VACANT," "IN / OUT," "OPEN / CLOSED," or your custom text. Common applications are conference room availability, exam room status, restroom occupancy, and executive office in-use indicators. Send us your text requirement and we produce the complete assembly.
Can you engrave our company logo on the nameplate?
Yes. Company logos, department seals, university crests, and other artwork engraved cleanly on all three substrates. Send us your logo file (vector preferred — .ai, .eps, .pdf, or high-resolution .png) and we'll integrate it into the layout. Multi-line formats with name, title, department, and logo are standard.
What mounting options are available for door plates?
Adhesive back (peel-and-stick installation for painted, wood, metal, and laminate doors), drilled and screwed (for permanent installation), and slider frame (for interchangeable status signs). We also produce plates sized for standard sign holders — send us the holder specification or a photo and we match the plate to fit.
Can you match my facility's existing nameplate format?
Yes. Send us a photo, sample plate, or your facility standard document. We match material, dimensions, color combination, font style, mounting method, and any logo requirements. Once your standard is on file, every reorder matches exactly — across sites and over years. This is a specialty for multi-location corporate, healthcare, education, and government facility programs.
Do you handle multi-site or corporate facility programs?
Yes — corporate facility nameplate programs are a specialty. Standardized templates, per-site variable data (names, titles, departments), consolidated billing, and consistent turnaround across every location. Currently supporting programs for healthcare systems, universities, financial services, and multi-location corporate operators throughout Northern California and nationwide.
What's the minimum order?
One. Order a single plate for one employee, one office, or one door — that's fine. Quantity discounts kick in on larger runs. Facility-wide rollouts and corporate programs typically start at higher volumes but the shop is set up for any order size.
What's the lead time?
Standard turnaround is 24–48 hours from proof approval. Same-day rush is available for time-critical work — new hire onboarding, executive transition, event signage. Faster on request when it's a real emergency — call and ask. All calls answered live.
How do I order?
Send us your name list or the individual name, title, department, and any facility standard formatting. Include preferred material, size, mounting method, and color combination — or ask us to recommend based on your application. We come back with pricing and a proof for your approval before anything ships. Reorders match the approved layout already on file. All calls answered live, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM PT.

Get your engraved nameplate quote in one call.

Send us your name list, format requirements, mounting preference, and any facility standard — or a sample of your existing plate for a matching reorder. We'll come back with pricing, material recommendations, and a proof for your approval. Reorders match the approved layout already on file.

Request a quote Call (530) 895-8448