Victorian Address Plates for My House

Aluminum

• Aluminum is a common material for Victorian-style address plates. Colors and styles vary, but most designs include a flourish or floral design with space for several numbers. Choose from gold, silver and black letters against a backdrop of brown, charcoal, brick red or white. An oval shape is typically designed with the numbers centered in the middle. Mount the aluminum plaque on the exterior of your home or order a stake and place it in your lawn or garden.

Ceramic

• Oval ceramic address plates are another option for a Victorian touch. The address plates are rimmed with black and showcase a black font for the numbers. The white ceramic renders the address plate easily readable for guests. Ceramic withstands any type of weather, making it an ideal choice for locations with seasonally inclement weather. While most designs are plain, some ceramic designs include Victorian-style floral patterns and ivy. Color options are often available for the numbers.

Wood

• Customize a wooden plaque with address numbers and a Victorian motif. For instance, laser engrave a Victorian lady next to the numbers. Other ideas include a Victorian bicycle, a floral pattern, Victorian boots, a Victorian house and any other Victorian image that appeals to your personal tastes. Prevent the address plate from becoming cluttered by choosing one motif to include with the numbers. While it may be tempting to include more than one idea, you want guests to be able to read the sign. You can have the plaque stained, coated with a weather-resistant sealant or left in its original state for a rustic look.

Other Ideas

• One idea is to have a granite address plaque sandblasted with your home's numbers. Embellish a black granite rectangular plaque with a curvaceous Victorian outline and bold numbers. The numbers are recessed, or the area around the numbers is sandblasted to allow the numbers to stand out. Another idea is to use a Victorian frame to finish a wooden or stone address plate. Try painting the frame in a bright color found elsewhere in your yard or garden to tie the frame in.