The Walnut Adhesive House Number

What it is

This is a single house number cut from walnut wood. The face is smooth and the edges are clean, so the numeral reads clearly from the street or the walk. The walnut brown color has natural grain, which means each number carries its own subtle pattern.

The shape is slightly raised at 0.4 in (9 mm) thick, giving the number a gentle profile against a door or wall. It is a quiet piece of hardware, made to sit on the surface and do its job without drawing attention to itself.

Size and options

One size, one material, ten digits. Choose the number you need from the menu.

If your address uses more than one digit, order one number for each digit. A three-digit address takes three. They are sold singly, so you can build the exact set you need.

Where it works

The adhesive backing suits smooth, clean surfaces. Think painted doors, metal mailboxes, glass, tile and finished wood. Press it on and the number stays put.

It is not made for rough or dusty surfaces. Brick, stucco, raw concrete and weathered boards do not give the adhesive enough contact to hold well. If your door or post has a textured finish, this number is not the right fit.

Common spots:

• Front doors and side entries
• Mailboxes and mailbox posts
• Address signs and plaques
• Apartment and unit doors
• Home office and studio doors

How to fit it

1. Clean the surface. Wipe away dust, oil and grit, then let it dry fully.
2. Plan the placement. Mark the spot with a pencil or a strip of tape so the digits line up.
3. Peel the backing. Press the number firmly against the surface for several seconds.
4. Give it time. Let the adhesive settle before you test it.

For a row of digits, measure from the edge of the door or sign so the numbers sit at an even height. A small level or a straight edge helps. Space the digits evenly, roughly 0.2 to 0.4 in (5 to 10 mm) apart, so the address reads as one unit.

Care

Wipe with a dry cloth. That is all it needs. Keep water and cleaning sprays off the wood where you can, and avoid scrubbing the face. A light pass now and then keeps the grain looking even.

Why walnut

Walnut is a hardwood with a deep brown tone and a straight, subtle grain. It holds a cut edge well, which is why the numeral stays crisp at this size. Against a white or light door, the walnut brown stands out without shouting. Against a dark door, it reads as a warm, natural accent.

The finish is smooth to the touch. There are no sharp corners to catch a sleeve, and nothing to snag. It is a small piece of wood doing a plain job: telling people where you live.