Etched and Oxidized Plaque on Walnut with Cove Edge

An etched oxidized walnut plaque is a rectangular wood award that mounts a laser-engraved metal plate onto a walnut base for lasting recognition pieces. It falls under the Wood Plaques and Engraved Plaques categories rather than the crystal or acrylic award lines many suppliers also carry. Buyers typically order one plaque per honoree rather than a matched multi-piece award set.

An etched oxidized walnut plaque combines a metal plate with a walnut wood base, while a marble award such as the Genuine Marble Award with Natural Veining is made of natural marble stone instead of wood. Choose the walnut plaque for a warm wood tone with a metal image plate, and choose the marble option for a cool stone surface with natural veining throughout.

The etched oxidized walnut plaque is available in four overall sizes, from 7 in x 9 in up to a larger 10.5 in x 13 in format. Each size ships as a matched set, with the metal plate mounted directly onto its walnut backing rather than sold separately. Buyers pick the smaller sizes for a desk display and the largest size for a wall mount.

The etched oxidized walnut plaque is produced only in a rectangle shape. No oval, shield or arched profile is listed for this style, so buyers wanting a different silhouette should look at another plaque in the Wood Awards category.

Yes, the etched oxidized walnut plaque is personalized through laser engraving, which cuts a custom name, logo or message into the metal plate before the etch and oxidize finish is applied. The engraving covers one side in a single location on the plate, so all artwork is grouped into one image area rather than split across multiple spots. The engraving area grows with the plaque, running from 5 in x 7 in on the smallest size up to 8.5 in x 11 in on the largest.

The minimum order quantity for an etched oxidized walnut plaque is 1 unit, so we can produce a single plaque for one honoree without a bulk order. Standard production runs 5 business days before the piece ships, the same timeline across all four plaque sizes. We recommend building in extra time for design proofing on top of that production window.

Price on an etched oxidized walnut plaque depends mainly on the overall plaque size, since the four sizes use different amounts of walnut and metal plate stock. The laser engraving area also scales with size, which can shift cost since a larger engraved image takes more machine time than a small one. Rush production requests beyond the standard timeline typically add a fee, so we quote rush work separately from standard orders.

An etched oxidized walnut plaque needs only routine dusting with a soft, dry cloth to keep the walnut base and metal plate looking sharp. Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from high humidity, since both can dull the wood tone and soften the etched contrast over time. Avoid household glass or metal cleaners on the plate, since harsh chemicals can strip the etched and oxidized finish.