It has been a while since we have laser engraved any pictures on granite. In fact we created these black granite pieces about a year ago and I wanted to share them here to show just how amazing they can look. All of these granite pieces measure 12" x 12" and were bought at our local Lowes store. We do our best to support our local stores for substrates. I like being able to buy the substrates as needed and not stock to much unless we absolutely have to. As you can see, pictures on Granite look amazing, with great clarity.
The process for lasering onto granite is much like wood, acrylic, and other items. First we need a good quality JPEG image. Next we take that image to Photoshop and delete the background. Deleting the background is important because ifyou don't the picture gets a washed out look. (trust me images on granite look best with the background deleted) Next we upload it to our PhotoGrav software. To be honest here, PhotoGrav does a lot of the work and gets the image to where our laser can really bring out the "bling" as I like to say. If you are an engrave and you have never used PhotoGrav I highly suggest using it. Once PhotoGrav does its work it is ready for the laser.
I would give you exact speed and power setting if I could but there is an element of experamentation and If I told you and you tried it you would just be disappointed. Believe me when I say there is a bit of trial and error to find the sweet spot when laser engraving onto granite.
I have found that these make great anniversary gifts, pet memorials or wedding keepsakes! The best way to display them is with an easel on a bookshelf or mantle.
The process for lasering onto granite is much like wood, acrylic, and other items. First we need a good quality JPEG image. Next we take that image to Photoshop and delete the background. Deleting the background is important because ifyou don't the picture gets a washed out look. (trust me images on granite look best with the background deleted) Next we upload it to our PhotoGrav software. To be honest here, PhotoGrav does a lot of the work and gets the image to where our laser can really bring out the "bling" as I like to say. If you are an engrave and you have never used PhotoGrav I highly suggest using it. Once PhotoGrav does its work it is ready for the laser.
I would give you exact speed and power setting if I could but there is an element of experamentation and If I told you and you tried it you would just be disappointed. Believe me when I say there is a bit of trial and error to find the sweet spot when laser engraving onto granite.
I have found that these make great anniversary gifts, pet memorials or wedding keepsakes! The best way to display them is with an easel on a bookshelf or mantle.
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