--- title: Impressive Embossed Aluminum Exterior Badge description: Aluminum badges enhance exterior trim design and increase perceived value for the brand. image: https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/images/Gravely-Grill-4.jpg?t=1504928282964 --- [](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/impressive-embossed-aluminum-exterior-badge#main-nav) # Impressive Embossed Aluminum Exterior Badge [![](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%2Ftrim-blog%2Fimpressive-embossed-aluminum-exterior-badge) [![](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%2Ftrim-blog%2Fimpressive-embossed-aluminum-exterior-badge&title=&source=%2F&summary=Check%20out%20this%20great%20blog%20post%20I%20just%20read) [![](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%2Ftrim-blog%2Fimpressive-embossed-aluminum-exterior-badge) [![](https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/norcorp/social-icons/googlefooter.png)](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.norcorp.com%2Ftrim-blog%2Fimpressive-embossed-aluminum-exterior-badge) [Previous← This is More than Stamping and Decorating Processes for Aluminum Trim](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/this-is-more-than-stamping-and-decorating-processes-for-aluminum-trim) [NextCustom Pattern Development for Aluminum Boat Trim →](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/custom-pattern-development-for-aluminum-boat-trim) [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/author/vicky-bowie) **Sep 21, 2017 11:00:00 AM ** Power sports equipment, all terrain or utility terrain vehicles and motorcycles need to be able to stand up to exposure to the elements and rough environments. This does not mean that the branding and exterior trim for these should be left to simple and flimsy materials. Instead consider that an aluminum badge can enhance the design and increase perceived value for the brand. Here is one example of an impressive embossed aluminum exterior badge as a trim piece which does just this. ![Embossed exterior aluminum badge Gravely UTV grille badge](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/G-1.jpg?t=1504928282964&width=400&name=G-1.jpg "Embossed exterior aluminum badge Gravely UTV grille badge") I love the use of brushed aluminum for the embossed border and logo in the center combined with [transparent red tint of color for accent](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/56167/Translating-PMS-Colors-to-Transparent-Tints-for-Nameplates). It is a stunning way to make the brand stand out. The soft and rounded edges of the [embossed areas give a die cast appearance](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/117560/Nameplate-Archive-Embossed-Aluminum-as-Alternative-to-Die-Cast-Emblem). ![Gravely-Grill-4.jpg](https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/images/Gravely-Grill-4.jpg?t=1504928282964) The aluminum badge on the front of this vehicle draws your attention to the brand and dresses up the design with a bit of rugged bling that takes the decorative trim to another level. Exterior grade top coats provide protection against exposure to rough environments and the elements. A foam adhesive on the backside ensures secure attachment to the grille face. ![graveley_utv.png](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/graveley_utv.png?t=1504928282964&width=574&height=380&name=graveley_utv.png) *How can your next trim design be enhanced with aluminum? 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It has been updated and refreshed to fit the objective for the Trim Blog and your enjoyment.*   Topics: [Aluminum Badges](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/aluminum-badges), [Exterior Trim](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/exterior-trim)   ### Subscribe to Trim Blog - [Topics](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/impressive-embossed-aluminum-exterior-badge#mia-topics) - [Popular](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/impressive-embossed-aluminum-exterior-badge#mia-popular) - [Aluminum Badges (2)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/aluminum-badges) - [Aluminum Trim (4)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/aluminum-trim) - [Anodized Aluminum (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/anodized-aluminum) - [Brushed Aluminum (3)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/brushed-aluminum) - [Custom Patterns (2)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/custom-patterns) - [Customized Patterns on Aluminum (2)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/customized-patterns-on-aluminum) - [Distressed Aluminum (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/distressed-aluminum) - [engine turned aluminum (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/engine-turned-aluminum) - [Exterior Trim (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/exterior-trim) - [Geometric Finish (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/geometric-finish) - [Gradient Finishes (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/gradient-finishes) - [Mechanical Finishes (3)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/mechanical-finishes) - [Nameplate Tools (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/nameplate-tools) - [Pattern on Pattern (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/pattern-on-pattern) - [Promotional Products (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/promotional-products) ### Resources ### Design ### About © 2026 NBHX TRIM GROUP - Northern Engraving | 803 South Black River St. | Sparta, WI 54656-0377 | Phone +1 608 269 6911