Name Plates for door

The first thing people look for when they come looking for you at home is your nameplate. All the more reason you should keep the following things in mind when you go looking for a nameplate for yourself.

1. Independent house v/s Apartment

If you’re looking for a nameplate for your bungalow or farm-house or independent dwelling of any kind, the nameplate ought to be up there at the main gate. Alternatively, if you are living in an apartment, you’re advised to put a small nameplate on your door or on the wall beside your door.

2. Door v/s Wall

Another thing you should ask yourself when it comes to nameplates is where should I put it? In other words, should it go on the door or the wall? If you decide to affix it on the door, it’ll mean having to drill through the door, which is something you might not want to do. Also with each swing of the door, there is a chance that the fixtures will become loose over a period of time. In which case, the wall may be a better option. Of course, there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to where the nameplate should go. All you need to keep in mind is it should look good and make it absolutely clear to a first-time visitor where you stay.

3. Colour Combinations

The color of the background on which the nameplate should be considered when choosing a nameplate. It’s best to go for contrasts; because contrasting colors make the nameplate more visible and show off your good name clearly and in style. Also, if you’re opting for a see-through acrylic or glass nameplate, make sure the lettering is in a color that’s visible against the wall.

4. Information is Key

When it comes to nameplates, all the relevant information should be being showcased clearly. For instance, there’s the case of multiple people with similar or same names in adjoining houses or in an apartment complex. The inclusion of the flat number and names (instead of surnames only) ensures that visitors don’t end up getting confused or lost when they come looking for you and your home.

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5. Size matters

Depending on how much space is available, it’s important to ensure all the important information on the nameplate is clearly legible. You must ensure that you pick a nameplate that is large enough to contain enough information about your home and is readable from at least a foot or two away. For instance, if the nameplate is just outside the door, the recommended height of letters is 3 inches at the least and for nameplates that you affix on the main gate, the minimum height of the information printed on it should be no less than 5 inches.

Source: Engrave