3D Wood Signs
Take Your Signage to a Whole New Level with 3 Dimensional Carving
The subtle way this sign is hand painted and the choice of colors brings out the natural beauty of the setting and foliage.
In this view, the details of the 3-dimensional carving of the berries and leaves makes them seem real. They catch the light in a beautiful way to lend character to this cottage.
“Tom took my pencil sketch and turned it into a beautiful, three dimensional work of art. I was very pleased with the promptness of each email reply. He asked for input all along the way and was quick to implement my change suggestions. My wood sign is exactly how I imagined it.”
Unlike 2D signs where the imagery is at the same level as the surface of the wood, 3D or dimensional signs have letters and/or images that are either carved into the wood (known as bas-relief) or are raised above the surface.
A 3-dimensional wood-carved sign sets the tone
Customization Options
The textural carving of a 3D sign and the shadows it creates is more lifelike, making more of an impact than a 2D sign. Think of the difference between a photograph of a tree and seeing one in real life, especially when you apply the right lighting to bring out your sign’s features.
Plus, 3 dimensional wood signs really stand out from typical flat images that are everywhere. They grab more attention and are memorable, particularly in situations where you want a western, woodsy, rustic, or nautical flavor.
3D sign carved from Bubinga wood
3D signs can be carved in any of the woods we use, and you may also specify size, shapes, logos, lettering or graphics just like all our signs. There are also special finishes we can add to enhance your 3D sign, used alone or in combination:
Painting to enhance the 3D qualities
Sandblasting to add texture and character
Scorched for a burnt look
Stained
Or simply leave your sign unfinished to let nature run its course for a weathered look over time
HDU for Signs that Need to be Extra Durable
Beyond wood signs, we work with the more robust and dense HDU as a versatile substrate for very detailed designs and treatments. It’s waterproof and will hold up against environmental damage. It’s made of high-density urethane which forms a rigid, closed-cell base, superior to other foam materials.
How We Turn Your Idea into a 3 Dimensional Sign
It all starts with your idea, rough sketch, photo, or other materials that explain what you have in mind. Here’s an example of the process:
A customer sent us this image to turn into a 3D wood sign. Once we took a look, we provided an initial estimate.
Upon approval of the estimate, we then asked for a deposit based on the amount of work we needed to do to turn the image into a 3D model.
Once the 3D model was approved, we positioned the text for a mockup (without color). With approval and full payment, we then scheduled the final carving and painting of the sign.
The Final Product
It took roughly 20 days to complete the sign. This is a typical turnaround, but we provide a more accurate timeline depending on the complexity of the design and what we have going on in the shop.
Ready for us to create your custom 3D sign?
Camp Crystal Lake Sign Customer Video
This is a custom Camp Crystal Lake sign I had made! It was completely carved and then painted. It is absolutely amazing!! — Chris112772