Hi guys & gals, just wondering if anyone has done much with cermic tile. I have a veterinarian building a new clinic and would like some dog paws engraved on ceramic tile for the side wall of his entry desk. The tile is kind of a sand color with a rough texture. I tried some tests at different settings and could get a fairly good burn but not much contrast. So I thought I would try a mask and paint, to my surprise after applying the mask the image was nice and dark. I have taken rubbing alcohol to the image and it seems permanent?
My question is could the fire created when burning thru the mask have darkened the outer coating of the tile? If so is there any other masking material that would darken the tile even more? thanks Lynn
P.S. I did do a mask and paint but like the more natural look of just the lasering better.