Deep engraving which uses natural sunlight to create shadows for visibility. Requires a steeled finish, often in the form of a panel.

Shallow engraving which uses the contrast between the light natural color and the dark polished color. This is not recommended for light color granite.

This style uses a steeled face, often a panel. There is a V-Line around the outside edge. The inside of the letter remains polished.

This style does not have a panel. A V-Line goes around the outside edge of the lettering. The inside of the lettering is steeled.

There is a sunken panel (recessed about ¼” from the surface). The letters are then flush with the rest of the surface. The letters remain polished while the panel is recessed. The lettering is blocky and squared off.