--- title: Most Popular Nameplate and Label Posts for 2016 description: Review of most popular nameplate blog posts published in 2016. image: https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/images/Nameplate-Collage-05.jpg --- http://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/60349/images/Nameplate-Collage-05.jpg [](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/most-popular-nameplate-and-label-posts-for-2016#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/) - [Nameplate Blog](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog) - Most Popular Nameplate and Label Posts for 2016 # Most Popular Nameplate and Label Posts for 2016 [![](https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/norcorp/social-icons/facebook_footer.png)](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.norcorp.com%2Fnameplate-blog%2Fmost-popular-nameplate-and-label-posts-for-2016) [![](https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/norcorp/social-icons/linkedin_footer.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.norcorp.com%2Fnameplate-blog%2Fmost-popular-nameplate-and-label-posts-for-2016&title=&source=%2F&summary=) [![](https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/norcorp/social-icons/twitter_footer.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Check%20out%20this%20great%20blog%20post%20I%20just%20read&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.norcorp.com%2Fnameplate-blog%2Fmost-popular-nameplate-and-label-posts-for-2016) [![](https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/norcorp/social-icons/googlefooter.png)](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.norcorp.com%2Fnameplate-blog%2Fmost-popular-nameplate-and-label-posts-for-2016) [Previous← Happy Holidays 2016 from Northern Engraving!](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/happy-holidays-2016-from-northern-engraving) [NextConsiderations for Exterior Aluminum Badges →](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/considerations-for-exterior-aluminum-badges) [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) **Tue, Jan 3, 2017 ** As we begin a new year I like to take a minute and reflect on the past one for indications on what has sparked activity and discussions. For 2016 opportunities to learn more about nameplate and label design, tooling options and ways to enhance or elevate a brand through decoration were of most interest. This posts offers summaries and links to some of the most popular posts which were published discussing nameplates and labels in the last year. What was your favorite?   | [![Aluminum nameplates decorated with litho printing process](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/Nameplate-Collage-05.jpg?width=150&name=Nameplate-Collage-05.jpg "Aluminum nameplates decorated with litho printing process")](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/25374/Nameplate-Litho-Printing-FAQ)  |   | [Nameplate Litho Printing FAQ](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/25374/Nameplate-Litho-Printing-FAQ) Q & A focusing on the litho process as it is used in the decoration of nameplates.                                            | | --- | --- | --- | |   |   |   | | [![Common aluminum tool creates three unique looks for brand identity](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/Mustang_Nameplates-01.jpg?width=150&name=Mustang_Nameplates-01.jpg "Common aluminum tool creates three unique looks for brand identity")](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/one-aluminum-blank-tool-results-in-three-different-looks)  |   | [One Aluminum Tool Results in Three Different Looks](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/one-aluminum-blank-tool-results-in-three-different-looks)The ability to re-use tooling blank and stamping operations helps your budget by allowing you to spread the investment across projects.                          | |   |   |   | | [![Unique shape aluminum badge](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/A-Gear-NP.jpg?width=150&name=A-Gear-NP.jpg "Unique shape aluminum badge")](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/not-your-cookie-cutter-nameplate-solution) |   | [Not Your Cookie Cutter Nameplate Solution](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/not-your-cookie-cutter-nameplate-solution) Step outside the box with unique shapes for your nameplate design. | |   |   |   | | [![Debossed aluminum applique with custom rose gold color](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/AERIN_ROSE_DE_GRASSE_debossed_aluminum.jpg?width=150&name=AERIN_ROSE_DE_GRASSE_debossed_aluminum.jpg "Debossed aluminum applique with custom rose gold color")](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/custom-color-match-for-cosmetic-applique) |   | [Custom Color Match for Cosmetic Appliqué](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/custom-color-match-for-cosmetic-applique) Aluminum nameplates can be made to coordinate with your specific color specifications. | |   |   |   | | [![Faux leather finish on aluminum trim](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/file-472485134-jpg/images/HD_Low_Rider-resized-600.jpg?width=150&name=HD_Low_Rider-resized-600.jpg "Faux leather finish on aluminum trim")](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/204680/enhance-aluminum-trim-with-background-texture) |   | [Enhance Aluminum Trim with a Faux Finish](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/204680/enhance-aluminum-trim-with-background-texture) Aluminum can be decorated to give the appearance of other materials including leather, stone and other metals. | |   |   |   | | [![Dimensional patterns on aluminum badges](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/Cat-NP-02.jpg?width=150&name=Cat-NP-02.jpg "Dimensional patterns on aluminum badges")](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/adding-dimension-with-patterns-for-aluminum-nameplates) |   | [Adding Dimension with Patterns for Aluminum Nameplates](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/adding-dimension-with-patterns-for-aluminum-nameplates) Nameplate design can be enhanced with visual dimension when geometric patterns are included in the decoration. | |   |   |   | | [![brushed aluminum nameplate enhanced with dimensional pattern](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/file-31751763-jpg/images/XV1-dimensional-nameplate.jpg?width=150&name=XV1-dimensional-nameplate.jpg "brushed aluminum nameplate enhanced with dimensional pattern")](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/68561/looking-for-an-authentic-metal-surface-for-your-nameplate) |   | [Looking for an Authentic Metal Surface for your Nameplate?](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/68561/looking-for-an-authentic-metal-surface-for-your-nameplate) Brushed aluminum can increase perceived value for the end product because it provides a finished look for nameplates and decorative trim. | |   |   |   | | [![blue color decoration in aluminum nameplates and badges](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/Nameplate-Collage-09.jpg?width=150&name=Nameplate-Collage-09.jpg "blue color decoration in aluminum nameplates and badges")](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/63177/blue-energy-in-aluminum-nameplate-design) |   | [Blue Energy in Aluminum Nameplate Design](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/63177/blue-energy-in-aluminum-nameplate-design) Examples of nameplates which use the color blue for decoration. | |   |   |   | | [![medical device nameplate decorated with background pattern](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/file-26240363-jpg/images/Donjoy-medical-device-nameplate.jpg?width=150&name=Donjoy-medical-device-nameplate.jpg "medical device nameplate decorated with background pattern")](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/enhance-nameplate-and-label-designs-with-patterns) |   | [Enhance your Nameplate Design with Patterns](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/enhance-nameplate-and-label-designs-with-patterns) Background surface area for a nameplate or label is prime real estate to add patterns and finishes. | |   |   |   | | [![Nameplates and Labels with custom tools](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/Nameplate-Collage-06.jpg?width=150&name=Nameplate-Collage-06.jpg "Nameplates and Labels with custom tools")](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/basic-tool-information-for-aluminum-nameplates) |   | [Basic Tool Information for Aluminum Nameplates](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/basic-tool-information-for-aluminum-nameplates) Review of 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