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Create Your Custom Metal House Number

Has it never happened to you to go around in circles on a street looking for the right house number? Me too, and it’s a real shame when you know you can install a very nice one on the front or gate. Have you thought about yours? That’s why, I propose to see today how to make your house number in metal!

The house number: sometimes hidden, too discreet, or often forgotten, it is however really useful when giving your address to friends. It comes in all sizes and all forms: in wood, plexiglass, ceramic, or metal. Some install it on their house, others on their mailbox, or on the gate. There are very original models to buy in stores or customizable versions, to paint for example. In addition to choosing the model, you also often have a choice of fixing: with screws, spaced using standoffs, or directly glued to a support. You have the embarrassment of choice.

Yes but there you go, you still haven’t found what you were looking for. So why not make your house number, entirely personalized and in metal? Your creation, cut with the precision of the laser and directly shipped to your home! You can choose to cut only characters, at the desired size, to be able to fix them independently. Or you can rather make a plate and add all the text you want (address, family name, company name...). We let you have fun with the best custom laser cutting tool online.

So, what appeals to you the most? Are you more house number or more house plaque?

Some examples taken from our Pinterest board

What metal for a house number?

A house number is placed outdoors. Therefore, you must be careful about the chosen metal to minimize the risk of rust.

🔰 Stainless Steel: ★★★★★
This is the metal we recommend for its strength and resistance to corrosion. A bit heavier than aluminum, you will need to think carefully about the fixing system (a heavy-duty adhesive mastic is ideal). 316L stainless steel is the grade most resistant to chemical attacks and corrosion. This stainless steel, suited to marine environments, is notably used on boats.

🔰 Aluminum: ★★★☆☆
This metal is naturally protected from rust. However, we still advise you to opt for an anodized version, a bit more resistant thanks to the surface treatment.

🔰 Steel: ★★☆☆☆
We strongly advise against untreated steel as it would deteriorate quickly with humidity, and it would be a shame to see your creation in bad condition. However, you can venture into creating a street number in corten, this rusty steel that forms a beautiful brown-orange patina over the years.

How to cut my house number in metal?

If you are part of the "Number Team", you will be able to cut your digits in just a few minutes. Follow the guide:

Choose a metal sheet (stainless steel preferably)
Select the metal grade (316L for example)
Choose the thickness of the characters
Select the letter cutting (at the bottom right of the configurator page, see below)
Enter the desired text, choose the font and height of the letters
Preview the final result and validate the order

Make my street number

How to make a plate for a house number?

Are you more part of the "Plate Team"? No problem, you will see it’s as simple and quick to make as cutting letters. With our configurator, you will be able to choose the shape of the plate, its size, the arrangement of digits... And if you want a unique plate, you can even add the street name (like "American Style") or your family name.

Let’s start right away with the basic steps:

Choose a sheet (stainless steel preferably)
Select the metal grade (316L for example)
Choose the thickness of the plate
Select the desired cutting shape (rectangle or circle)
In the configurator, select the letter cutting
Enter the desired text, choose the font, the height of the letters, and the placement of the number
Add holes if needed to fix your plate with screws
Validate the order

Note, the thicker the plate, the larger the letters must be for the laser to cut them. Our configurator will display an error if the text or the space between letters is too small.

Make my street number plate

Some examples of custom metal house plaques

📌 Here are some examples of house plaques you can make with our online configurator.

Start from a basic rectangular shape and add rounded corners or diagonal cuts in just a few clicks!
Choose a round shape (or even triangle!) for your plaque
Don’t forget to add holes to fix your plaque with screws, then use our finish caps for a top-notch result!
Add your family name or your street name to have a plaque that stands out from the neighbors 🙂

Make my street number

And there you go! You now know how to make unique house numbers with our online tool. All that’s left is to take action!
Don’t hesitate to send us photos of your creations or your ideas for numbers and plaques!

See you next week for new tips 😉
Brigitte

Posted in: Metal advice, Metal projects

Author: John Steel

John Steel is the expert voice of the workshop, specializing in custom-cut metal and DIY projects. With extensive expertise in machining and laser cutting stainless steel, aluminium, mild steel, Corten, and brass sheet metal, he provides makers, tradespeople, and DIY enthusiasts with practical tutorials, technical comparisons, and custom design advice. Whether designing a stainless steel kitchen splashback, an aluminium privacy screen, or a specific mechanical part, John shares his technical knowledge to ensure metalworking is accessible, precise, and durable for the Steelsters community.

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By: FUNKE On 2021-05-24

Bonjour,
Quel serait le prix d'une plaque de numéro de maison en inox marin
- Format : Carré
- Epaisseur : 4 mm
- Numéro à découper : 36
- Percement aux quatre coins pour vis inox
Je vous en remercie par avance
Cordialement
Richard

Replied by: John Steel On 2021-06-07 Bonjour Richard,
Merci beaucoup pour votre demande. Pour vous permettre d'avoir une estimation la plus juste possible le mieux et de prendre contact avec notre service client à cette adresse : sav@john-steel.com. Notre SteelTeam se fera un plaisir de vous répondre !
Bonne et bricoleuse journée,
Brigitte
By: Natacha spicher delley On 2021-04-21

bonjour,
j'aimerais faire faire un no de maison "36" pour une maison moderne.
livrez vous en suisse?
merci pour vos informations.
cordialement
natacha

Replied by: John Steel On 2021-04-27 Bonjour Natacha ,
Pour vous permettre de réaliser votre projet, notre SteelTeam du SAV se fera un plaisir de vous apporter son aide. Voici l’adresse mail pour faire votre demande: sav@john-steel.com.
Concernant la livraison, malheureusement nous ne livrons pas en Suisse.
Bonne et Bricoleuse journée,
Brigitte