Custom metal logo plates for clothing, bags, belts, caps, furniture and packaging, made to your drawing in zinc alloy, brass, stainless steel or aluminium. If you want your logo on a metal plate that still looks crisp after years of handling, we design, tool, plate and inspect every piece in our own production in Bulgaria, and deliver to brands across the UK and the EU.
Below you will find plate types, metals, popular sizes and finishes, logo and fixing methods, and the route from first email to delivered carton. For a broader look at all metal trims, see our metal labels range.
Metal logo plates and metal brand tags we produce
“Logo plate” covers a family of small metal parts that all do the same job: carry a brand mark on the outside of a product. As a manufacturer we make each of them from scratch rather than from a catalogue blank, so the outline, thickness and finish follow your design.
- Flat metal label plates – rectangles, ovals or rounded squares with the logo raised, recessed, engraved or printed. The everyday choice for waistbands, pockets and bag fronts.
- Logo bars – long, narrow strips for straps, handles, belt keepers and sleeve hems.
- Shaped emblems – the outline follows the logo itself, so a lion, a monogram or an initial stands alone without a frame.
- Metal brand tags – small plates that hang from a ring, a chain or a leather loop, often used on bags, keyrings and premium hang-tag sets.
- Cut-through plates – letters pierced through the metal so the leather or fabric behind shows through as part of the design.
Choosing a metal: zinc alloy, brass, steel logo plates or aluminium
Picking the right logo plate metal starts with three questions: how much detail does the logo have, how heavy may the plate be, and what will it face in use? The answers usually point to one metal straight away.
Lots of detail or real depth? Choose zinc alloy. It is cast in a steel mould, which allows several relief heights, domed letters, textured backgrounds and outlines with tight curves in a single part. It accepts nearly every plating colour and antique effect.
A classic, weighty plate with a clean edge? Choose brass. Stamped from sheet, it gives a warm base colour and suits flat or lightly embossed plates in polished gold or antique brass.
Rain, sweat and hard use? Choose stainless steel. Steel logo plates resist corrosion and scratches, and look their best brushed or polished with a laser-engraved mark – a natural fit for workwear, outdoor gear and luggage.
Weight is the limit? Choose aluminium. It is the lightest of the four, so it will not drag a T-shirt, a knitted hem or a cap panel out of shape, and it can be anodised in colour, printed or engraved.
Whichever metal you choose, our metal products are nickel-free. A finish we call “nickel-look” describes a silver-grey colour, not the metal content.
Shapes and sizes
The table lists sizes we are asked for most often. They are starting points, not limits – any outline and dimension can be drawn to suit your product.
| Shape | Common size (mm) | Thickness (mm) | Where it works |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logo bar | 20 × 5 to 40 × 6 | 0.4–0.8 | Cuffs, knit hems, straps, belt keepers |
| Small rectangle | 30 × 8 | 0.6–1.0 | Jeans waistbands, back pockets, caps |
| Medium rectangle | 40 × 10 to 50 × 15 | 0.8–1.5 | Jackets, trousers, bag fronts |
| Large plate | 60 × 15 to 80 × 25 | 1.0–2.5 | Bags, luggage, furniture, cases |
| Round or oval | 15–25 diameter | 0.8–1.5 | Caps, shirts, small leather goods |
| Shaped emblem | 25–40 overall | 1.2–3.0 (cast) | Bag flaps, backpacks, outerwear |
As a rule of thumb, stamped sheet plates stay between about 0.4 and 1 mm, while cast zinc alloy starts at around 1.2 mm because relief needs material. Rounded corners with a 1–3 mm radius are kinder to fabric and less likely to catch. For proportions on the garment, our label size guide helps.
Plating colours and surface finishes
Plating sets the final colour; the surface texture decides how that colour catches light. Match both to the zips, buttons and buckles already on the product so every piece of hardware looks like part of one set.
| Finish | Character | Pairs well with |
|---|---|---|
| Gold, light gold, rose gold | Warm, premium, festive | Black or navy leather, eveningwear, gift packaging |
| Silver or nickel-look | Clean, modern, neutral | Grey and white goods, sportswear, technical bags |
| Gunmetal | Dark grey, understated | Denim, outerwear, menswear |
| Black | Minimal, graphic | Streetwear, black-on-black branding |
| Antique brass, silver or copper | Darkened recesses, vintage depth | Workwear, heritage denim, leather goods |
| Matte, satin or brushed | Soft, low reflection | Luxury basics, furniture, steel plates |
| High polish (shiny) | Mirror-like, eye-catching | Logos that should sparkle at a distance |
| Enamel colour fill | Solid brand colours framed by metal | Logos with one to four flat colours |
Two textures can share one plate – a matte background with a polished logo is a favourite – and a clear protective lacquer adds resistance to abrasion and humidity. Enamel colours are matched to your Pantone references.
How the logo goes on the plate
Embossed or debossed
A hardened die presses the logo up out of the sheet or down into it, or the relief is built into a casting mould. The result is tactile and very hard-wearing. Strokes should be bold – roughly 0.3–0.5 mm is the practical lower limit for raised or recessed lines.
Engraved
A laser marks or removes the surface layer. It handles fine type, tiny symbols and serial numbers, and it needs no dedicated tool, so one plate can carry several texts or numbering for limited editions.
Enamel
Recessed areas are filled with soft enamel, which sits slightly below the metal walls, or hard enamel, which is polished flush. Each colour needs its own cell separated by a thin metal line.
Printed
Screen or UV print on a flat plate, often sealed under a clear epoxy dome, reproduces gradients and full-colour artwork. We explain when to pick it in our article on custom printed metal plates.
Attachment options
| Method | How it holds | Best on |
|---|---|---|
| Sewing holes | Stitched through small holes at the ends or corners | Knitwear, caps, soft garments |
| Prongs | Two or four claws bent flat behind the material, ideally over a backing plate | Denim, jackets, bags |
| Rivets | Permanent fixing through the material | Heavy fabric, leather, belts |
| Screws or posts | Threaded posts with screw backs, or countersunk holes | Luggage, leather goods, furniture |
| Adhesive | Strong double-sided adhesive layer | Boxes, cases, hard products with smooth surfaces |
Keep fixing points clear of logo details and mark them on your drawing early. On thin or stretchy fabric, a small backing plate behind the prongs spreads the load and keeps the plate straight after washing.
Where logo plates are used
- Garments – waistbands, pockets, chest and sleeve placements on jackets, hems of knitwear.
- Bags – flaps, fronts, gussets and handle bases; often paired with leather labels.
- Belts – logo bars on keepers or a small plate beside the buckle.
- Hats – pre-curved plates that sit flush on cap fronts, or badges on beanie cuffs.
- Furniture – screwed or bonded plates on sofa arms, chair backs and cabinet doors.
- Packaging – adhesive plates on lids of custom boxes and presentation cases.
- Products – cosmetics, electronics cases, sports equipment and anything that needs a durable maker’s mark.
Mould, sample and production
- Brief. Send vector artwork (AI, EPS, PDF or SVG), the size you have in mind, the product it goes on and a photo if you have one.
- Technical drawing and proof. Our design team checks line widths, enamel cells and fixing positions and returns a dimensioned drawing with a digital proof, typically within 24–48 hours.
- Tooling. After approval we make the casting mould or stamping die. Laser-engraved plates can often skip this step.
- Physical sample. You test weight, finish and fixing on the real product before bulk production starts.
- Production. After sample approval, production typically takes 10–20 working days. The minimum is usually 1,000 pieces per design; ask us about your quantity.
Metal logo plates for UK and EU brands
We ship by courier across the European Union, where goods move from Bulgaria without customs formalities. Brands looking for metal logo plates in the UK receive the same production and the same samples; shipments go with full export documents so your courier can clear them on arrival. Express delivery is available on request, and we can send plates directly to your garment or bag factory so they arrive with the rest of your trims.
Ready to start? Email your logo to [email protected], message us on WhatsApp or Viber at +359 876 766 050, or use the contact form, and tell us what the plate will be fixed to.
What is the best metal for custom metal logo plates?
It depends on the logo and the product. Zinc alloy is best for detailed or three-dimensional designs, brass for classic flat plates, stainless steel for outdoor and workwear use, and aluminium when the plate must be very light.
Can you put my logo on a metal plate in my brand colours?
Yes. Enamel colour fill matched to Pantone references suits logos with a few solid colours, while printing on a flat plate covers gradients and full-colour artwork.
Are steel logo plates suitable for washing?
Stainless steel copes very well with moisture and wear. If the garment goes through stone or enzyme washing after fitting, we recommend testing a physical sample in your wash process first.
Do you deliver metal logo plates to the UK?
Yes. We ship to the UK by courier with export documents, and across the EU without customs formalities. Plates can go directly to your factory.
Do I need a new mould for every design?
Embossed, debossed and cast plates need a tool per design, which we keep for reorders. Laser-engraved plates usually need no tool, so text and numbering can change between pieces.
Which attachment suits metal brand tags on bags?
Screws, rivets or prongs hold best on leather and heavy bag fabrics. Hanging metal brand tags can also be fitted to a ring, chain or leather loop.