General Questions I have a stone that I would like to have engraved, can you do that? We certainly can, if you can get the stone to our shop we can engrave, it either by shipping, or if you are local, you can drop it off to our shop. Please keep in mind though that not all surfaces can be engraved well, in order to engrave a stone it needs to be relatively flat, though it does not need to be completely smooth either. If you could e-mail a picture to sales@modlichs.com with what you would like to have engraved and approximate dimensions of the stone, we would be happy to let you know if it can be done and what it would cost.
Do you offer installation services? We do offer installation in the Central Ohio area. Outside of Ohio we typically do not offer installation, though we are happy to work with your contractors to ensure the proper installation of our products.
How long does it take to have my engraving project completed? The turnaround time varies depending on the requirements and complexity of each individual project. Small projects can sometimes be completed in as little as 3-4 weeks, while larger projects requiring custom fabrication of materials, complex engraving and detailed design features can require 6 months to a year or more. Once you have an idea of your project features we will be happy to estimate a production time for you.
Granite & Memorial Questions Can we use <xxxxx> color material for our project? We are capable of engraving many types and colors of stone, though not all of these lend themselves to engraving well. Some materials produce an engraving that is very difficult to see without the use of paint, which will eventually fade. If you are in the design phase of your project please contact us regarding your material selection. We have over 70 years of engraving experience that tells us which materials are ideal for engraving, as well as materials that will yield less than desirable results. We would be happy to share that information to help you make an informed decision on material for your project.
What is the maximum size material you can handle? How big of a piece of material can you find? Actually the largest limitation is the size of the material from the stone quarries. If you are looking for a large scale project, we can find a way to engrave the stone.
What is the minimum size material you can engrave? The minimum size really depends on what you want to have engraved. If you are looking for a simple graphic on a smooth surface, we are capable of engraving pieces as small as the palm of your hand. If you are looking for text or other graphics, please let us know what your are looking for and we can let you know what size material would be needed to accomodate your design.
Garden Stone Questions Why should I purchase my Engraved Garden Stone from Modlich Engraving? When you purchase an Engraved Garden Stone from Modlich Engraving you are not simply buying a rock, but the quality and craftsmanship the is the result of over 70 years in the stone engraving industry.You will receive only natural stone, never cast concrete or fiberglass which are commonly found in garden centers because they are cheaper to produce. We take the time to hand select each stone to compliment the engraving to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
How long will it take to receive my stone? The normal turnaround time on Garden Stones is about one week. Though this depends on our workload at the time, many orders may be completed and shipped in a matter of days. Stock items with standard typically will ship in 2-3 days, with custom orders taking slightly longer due to the design process. All orders are shipped UPS Ground unless otherwise requested. Expedited shipping is available at an additional charge.
Can I choose the specific stone for my order? If you are looking for a specific size or shape, we will be happy to accommodate your request. If you are in Central Ohio please feel free to stop into our office and you can personally hand select your stone. If you are out of town, we can send you photographs of different stones, though please keep in mind that this can lengthen production time.
How do I know that I will like the way the engraving turns out? One part of the production process here at Modlich Engraving is the layout drawing. We will design the engraving for your stone in our state-of-the-art CAD system, and then we will send you an image of exactly what will be engraved via e-mail or fax for your approval before any actual engraving takes place. This step is to ensure that there are no misspellings or other errors, as well as making sure you like the way everything looks. Our goal is to ensure that when you receive the stone you ordered it is exactly what you were looking for.
Engraved Glass & Awards Questions Coming Soon
Unique Engraved Products Questions Coming Soon
Limestone & Building Materials Questions Coming Soon
Custom Artwork Questions What type of artwork do you need to produce custom engravings? We can produce engravings from either camera ready print artwork or digital vector files. In some cases we are capable of working from very clean, hi-resolution bitmap files(minimum 600dpi), though there will be an additional processing charge that will vary on a case by case basis.
What file formats can you process? We achieve the best results using native Adobe Illustrator files saved as version 11 (CS) or earlier. We can also work from Corel Draw, AutoCAD, and EPS files. If you have a vector file in a format not listed here please contact us at files@modlichs.com and we will let you know if we can read it.
What is the best way to get our digital files to you? The best way is via e-mail at files@modlichs.com, you can also mail CD, ZIP Disk, or DVD if it is in PC format.
