--- title: Northern Engraving | Design Blog for Surfaces on Aluminum | Nameplate description: Nameplate | Northern Engraving Aluminum Surfaces Design Blog - covers the possibilities and inspiration for creating patterns and decoration on aluminum surfaces. --- [](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/topic/nameplate#main-nav) [![Norcorp](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Northern-Engraving-Logo-white.png?width=530&name=Northern-Engraving-Logo-white.png "Norcorp")](https://www.norcorp.com/) - Surfaces on Aluminum Design Blog # Surfaces on Aluminum Design Blog ## [5 Reasons for Adding Finish or Pattern to your Nameplate Design](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/104454/5-Reasons-for-Adding-Finish-or-Pattern-to-your-Nameplate-Design) Posted by [Kelly Kjos](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/kelly-kjos) Adding Finish or Pattern to a Nameplate Selecting a background finish can be difficult. Each design and project is unique. Here are some reasons to add a finish or pattern to your nameplate or trim. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/104454/5-Reasons-for-Adding-Finish-or-Pattern-to-your-Nameplate-Design) ## Knurled Finishes on Aluminum Trim Posted by [Deidre Kruser](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/deidre-kruser) Knurled Patterns Knurled finishes on aluminum are one of our most popular metal finishes. Knurling is a visually attractive diamond shaped pattern cut or rolled into metal. This pattern allows you to get a better grip on the knurled object than would be provided by the original smooth metal surface. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/18050/Knurled-Finishes-on-Aluminum-Trim) ## Patterns and Finishes on Recycled Aluminum Posted by [Deidre Kruser](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/deidre-kruser) Eco-Friendly Aluminum Trim Many of our new finishes have been created on aluminum made from 99% recycled aluminum of which 80% of the scrap is from post consumer sources. The new finishes on recycled aluminum are aesthetically pleasing environmentally friendly options for trim and nameplates. 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