Has anyone seen anything about engraving porcelain tile? I put in a bathroom and have a bunch of leftover tile pieces, as well as some full uncut pieces. If I can engrave them I’m going to hold on to them.

I have some left over tiles too. I have some marble as well. interesting to try. - Rich

This wass posted some time ago, hope it is what you’re looking for. [image] More Coasters Everything Else Playing with engraving wanted to see what a laser will do to ceramic tiles … [image] Not so sure about Santa, the whippet came out well I think. Tried it on a bit o…

Thanks. I wasn’t sure if ceramic and porcelain were different or not. A quick look online says that porcelain, which is what I have, is denser and a harder cut than ceramic tile. So I’m optimistic that I can do some engraving, but it looks like there’s a chance I can’t if it turns out porcelain is h…

I sent a couple samples of ceramic tile to @jared (Glowforge staff) last June to experiment with and he sent me back this photo. I’d image it would do an even better job now. [image]

This onemail of the reasons I ordered. Most tiles can be layered I think. Some colors look better.

Company called Laser Tile I believe it is. Sorry, on mobile or I’d look it up. Take a look for them though. Tom

Those are awesome, plus the tiles don’t cost too much. I am looking forward to making some when we get our GF. :relaxed:

The tile looks like it actually has snow on it. I haven’t seen tiles with a texture like this before.

I kind of inherited about 175 of those tiles that someone had left over from a job they never got around to doing. I’m hoping to etch them and then sell time at local consignment stores at plaques, hot plates, or coasters.

Engraving Porcelain Tile

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rodrigobrionesm January 1, 2017, 8:19pm 3

This wass posted some time ago, hope it is what you’re looking for.