Laser engraving is quite similar to laser cutting only that in laser engraving, the cuts were meant to be shallow or not deep enough to pass through the other side of the board. A laser will also be guided over a canvas to create engravings.

The duration of a wood laser engraving depends on the details, the size of the canvas, and the thickness of the wood. These things must be taken into account to make an estimation of how long a laser wood engraving will take.

Income in a laser engraving business has a lot to do with the number of projects the company can do every month. There are months when laser engraving is in demand while some months have few projects.

The difference between etching and engraving is that engraving can be made using tools such as a chisel, a laser, or a blade. On the other hand, etching is a process that requires the use of chemicals to shallow carvings on the canvas’ surface.

There is little consideration when choosing a wood for laser engraving. Almost any type of wood can be laser engraved. The minimum requirement is that the wood must be cut into a flat plank to make the engraving easier.

The cost of laser engraving depends on the project duration, the complexity of the design to be engraved and the thickness of the wood that will be used as a canvas. It is best to consult your wood engraver for the exact price.