Questions about your plate?

Both our Hand-Crafted and 2D Printed plates are made using quality materials and production processes. The main differences lie in their production methods and the appearance of the finished plates.

Hand-Crafted Plates

Both types of plates are designed using Adobe Illustrator, giving us greater creative freedom and flexibility to customise designs according to our customers’ requirements. Rather than relying solely on automated number plate design programmes with predefined layouts and limited customisation options, we have greater control over the design process, allowing us to create more distinctive and personalised designs.

For our Hand-Crafted plates, the production process involves several stages. We first prepare the design file and use a laser-cutting machine to engrave the required details and die-cut the masking paper. The masking is then carefully removed before glossy black ink is applied by spraying. The plate is subsequently placed in a low-temperature oven to allow the ink to dry.

Finally, a reflective sheet is laminated onto the PMMA plate to complete the production process.

This multi-stage process creates a distinctive finish that is generally brighter, glossier and more reflective. It also offers enhanced resistance to sunlight, helping to maintain the plate’s colour and appearance over time.

2D Printed Plates

Our 2D Printed plates are produced using a high-resolution 1200 × 1200 dpi printer, delivering sharp details and a consistent printed finish.

This production method offers a clean, uniform appearance and is suitable for customers who prefer a more standardised finish. Like our Hand-Crafted plates, 2D Printed plates are designed with care and produced to meet our quality standards.

Which Option Is Right for You?

The best choice depends on your preferred appearance and design requirements.

• Hand-Crafted: Offers a brighter, glossier and more reflective finish, with a production process that allows greater flexibility in customising the design.
• 2D Printed: Offers a clean, sharp and consistent printed finish, ideal for customers who prefer a more uniform appearance.

Both options have their own characteristics, allowing you to choose the style that best suits your preferences.

Our plates include a 24-month warranty against manufacturing and material defects under normal use. See the full warranty terms for coverage and exclusions.

The Mirror Silver Effect is a special finish applied to the border of our Show Plates to create a reflective, mirror-like appearance, rather than simply a flat silver colour.

Unlike silver-coloured foil that is laminated onto the plate, our Mirror Silver Effect is created by spraying a specialist liquid mirror-silver material directly onto the surface. The plate is then placed in a low-temperature oven to allow the material to dry and develop its reflective finish.

Once dry, the finish produces a mirror-like effect that reflects light and changes in appearance depending on the lighting conditions and viewing angle.

This option is available for customers who want a distinctive mirror-silver finish for their Show Plates, whether for motorcycle displays, shows or decorative purposes.