--- title: Northern Engraving | Blog for Aluminum Nameplates and Plastic Labels | Selective Patterns (2) description: Selective Patterns | Covers aluminum and plastic nameplate and label design, processes and best practices. (2) --- [](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/topic/selective-patterns/page/2#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 # Nameplate Blog ## [What is the Most Requested Texture in Nameplates?](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/19646/What-is-the-Most-Requested-Texture-in-Nameplates) Posted by [Deidre Kruser](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/deidre-kruser) Integrating Patterns in Nameplates Pattern or texture added to nameplates creates detail and interest. Our library of aluminum finishes features thousands of patterns to be integrated into nameplates. Finishes can be customized in color, scale or process to meet the design intent of the product ... 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