MATERIALS

Orthografica is a design firm specializing in house numbers and address plaques, signage and logos for residential and commercial properties. Our studio and workspace is located in Montreal Quebec and we ship all over North America - and beyond!

We are proud to work with sustainable materials whenever possible and we’ve showcased several metal options that you can choose from below. Remember, we are happy to work with you on a fully customized and personalized project that suits the needs of your space and the materials used is often the first place we start!

Our work can be installed in both interior and exterior spaces, and is designed to be durable in all condition for years to come.

Bronze

bronze samples showing different finishes
bronze samples showing different finishes

Explore the different finishes

  1. Dark oxidized Bronze

  2. Light oxidized Bronze

  3. Brushed Bronze

  4. Polished Bronze

Brass

brass samples showing different finishes
brass samples showing different finishes

Explore the different finishes

  1. Engraved Brass Plaque

  2. Brushed Brass

  3. Polished Brass

  4. Dark oxidized Brass

  5. Light oxidized Brass

Brass vs Bronze

Bronze and brass samples compared
Bronze and brass samples compared

Compare brass and bronze, both brushed and polished

  1. Brushed Brass

  2. Polished Brass

  3. Brushed Bronze

  4. Polished Bronze

Copper

Copper samples showing different finishes
Copper samples showing different finishes

Explore the different finishes

  1. Polished Copper

  2. Brushed Copper

  3. Dark oxidized Copper

  4. Light oxidized Copper

Stainless Steel

Stainless steel samples
Stainless steel and aluminum samples compared

Compare the brushed finish on aluminum and stainless steel

  1. Brushed Stainless Steel

  2. Polished Stainless Steel

  3. Brushed Aluminum

  4. Brushed Stainless Steel

Anodized Aluminum

anodized samples selection

As an alternative to painting aluminum there is a process called anodization. It is an environmentally responsible chemical process that makes the metal harder and more durable. All colours are also possible on polished aluminum.

anodized samples

  1. Black

  2. Dark bronze

  3. Medium bronze

  4. Light bronze

  5. Clear

  6. Gold

 Ready to get started with your custom design?

Our team is looking forward to working with you. Get in touch today!

Orthografica is a Montreal-based company that specializes in house numbers and addresses, logos and signage, and mailboxes for both residential and commercial spaces. Browse through our gallery to find inspiration for materials, fonts, shapes, sizes and colours. Keep in mind the possibilities are endless!