Materials We Work With
ONE MATERIAL
AT A TIME.
Acrylic, MDF, wood, plastic and paper each behave differently under the laser. Here's what to expect from each.
Acrylic
Clean edges. Signs. Displays. Decorative panels.
Acrylic sheet cuts to sharp, polished-looking edges, making it a reliable choice for signage, displays and decorative work that needs to look finished straight off the bed. Available in clear and coloured sheet.
Characteristics
- Smooth, defined cut edges
- Clear & coloured sheet
- Holds fine detail well
Applications
- Signage & nameplates
- Display elements
- Decorative panels
MDF
Detailed patterns. Jali work. Models. Decorative elements.
MDF board takes intricate, repeated patterns cleanly, which is why it is a common choice for jali screens, decorative panels and detailed architectural models. Takes paint and finish evenly.
Characteristics
- Uniform board surface
- Good for dense patterns
- Stable for panel work
Applications
- Jali & partition screens
- Wall panels & décor
- Architectural models
Wood
Custom décor. Panels. Patterns. Crafts.
Wood veneer and thin sheet cut with visible natural grain, giving warmth to décor pieces, personalised gifting and craft work that plywood or MDF can't quite match.
Characteristics
- Natural grain in every piece
- Warm finished appearance
- Suited to gifting work
Applications
- Home décor & wall art
- Personalised gifts
- Craft & hobby pieces
Plastic
Precision components and custom shapes.
Engineering and sheet plastics cut to precise, repeatable shapes for components, templates and custom parts that need to match a drawing exactly.
Characteristics
- Repeatable, precise shapes
- Good dimensional consistency
- Works from drawings
Applications
- Custom components
- Enclosures & mounts
- Prototype parts
Paper
Intricate designs, invitations, packaging and craft applications.
Paper and card cut with fine, intricate detail for invitations, packaging inserts and craft applications where precision matters at a small scale.
Characteristics
- Handles very fine detail
- Clean cuts on card stock
- Suited to short runs
Applications
- Wedding invitations
- Packaging inserts
- Craft elements
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