Mounting Options

Blind Mount

A clean, flush look with no visible hardware — ideal for smooth stone, brick, or concrete.

What you get

• Threaded holes on the back of the plaque.
• Threaded rods (studs) included.
• Stud size and quantity based on plaque size.

How to install

1. Drill holes into the stone or concrete slightly larger than the studs and a bit deeper than their length.
2. Dry-fit the plaque with the rods in the holes to confirm it sits flush.
3. Remove the plaque and, with a caulk gun, apply construction adhesive made for stone and metal (such as PLMAXX) into the holes and on the back of the plaque.
4. Press the plaque into place and let the adhesive cure. You may need to hold pressure on the plaque until it sets.

Solid Mount

For solid masonry surfaces, using corner screws and masonry anchors.

What you get

• Holes in the corners of the plaque.
• Threaded screws included.
• Screw size based on plaque size.

How to install

1. Drill holes into the stone or concrete slightly larger than the masonry anchors.
2. With a caulk gun, apply construction adhesive made for stone and metal (such as PLMAXX) into the holes and on the back of the plaque.
3. Insert the anchors, line up the plaque, and start the screws into each anchor so you know they’re catching. Press the plaque into place and tighten until the anchors spread and the screws are snug. Do not overtighten — damage may occur. (You can also attach anchors to screws before placing them in the holes if that’s easier.)

Hollow Wall Mount

For drywall and other hollow walls, using toggle/expansion anchors.

What you get

• Holes in the corners of the plaque.
• Screws & anchors included.
• Screw size based on plaque size.

How to install

1. Hold the plaque against the wall, level it, and mark the four holes.
2. Drill the holes large enough for the compressed anchors to pass through.
3. Insert the screws through the plaque and fit the anchors behind it.
4. Push the plaque into place with the anchors going into the drilled holes.
5. Tighten the screws so the anchors expand and the screws are snug — don’t overtighten. If a hole lands over a support stud, use a wood screw there instead.

Wood Mount

For wood surfaces, using wood screws into pilot holes.

What you get

• Holes in the corners of the plaque.
• Screws included.
• Screw size based on plaque size.

How to install

1. Hold the plaque against the wall, level it, and mark the four pilot holes.
2. Drill pilot holes large enough to drive the screws without splitting the wood.
3. Set the plaque in place and tighten the screws until snug — don’t overtighten.

Stake Mount

A coated black garden stake with screws to attach the plaque — great for lawns, gardens, and soft ground. Up to two stakes per plaque, depending on size.

Specs

• Stakes come in 24 in, 36 in, and 48 in lengths, set at a 45° angle.
• Minimum plaque height 4 in.
• Maximum size 12 in wide × 8 in high (one stake), or 20 in wide × 8 in high (two stakes).
• Push stakes at least 12 in into the ground. Machine screws through 5/16 in thick stakes fasten into the back of the plaque.

Post Mount

Black-coated aluminum brackets attach to the back of the plaque, and a square aluminum post bolts into the bracket at a 45° or 90° angle. Set the post in concrete at least 1/3 of its length.

Specs

• Posts come in 1 in, 1-1/2 in, and 2 in thicknesses, in 6 ft or 8 ft lengths.
• Plaques over 575 sq in and/or 24 in wide require two posts.
• Bracket sizing: 1 in post → 4 in × 6 in bracket; 1-1/2 in post → 5 in × 7 in bracket; 2 in post → 6 in × 8 in bracket.

Monument Mount (Post Cap)

Cast as part of an aluminum or bronze plaque, the post cap mount fits 1-1/2 in, 2 in, or 3 in inside-diameter (ID) Schedule 40 posts. Available on most custom plaques, single- or double-sided, up to 900 sq in at 1/2 in depth. Posts are galvanized or painted the plaque’s background color, with a radius, angled, or ogee blade. A radius angle is standard; angled and ogee blades are also available.

Post cap mount sizing

Square Post Side Mount

A free-standing mount for plaques over 900 sq in, using two steel posts. Copy can be applied to the front and back, and plaques can be double-sided (for front-copy-only plaques, the backs are finished). Posts are 96 in long in 2×2 in, 3×3 in, or 4×4 in, depending on plaque size. The system includes the posts and hardware; assembly needs only hand tools and can be done on site. Cast plaques only.

Post sizing

Square Post Back Mount

A free-standing in-ground mount for single-sided plaques up to 36 sq ft, using two or three steel posts. Posts are 96 in long in 2×2 in, 3×3 in, or 4×4 in. The system includes the posts and hardware; assembly needs only hand tools and can be done on site.

Post sizing