Our hand carved wooden signs have a timeless charm that never goes out of style.
A carved wooden sign is your signature, it speaks of your appreciation of craftmanship & quality. Each sign is carved with hand held tools, achieving a classic look that a machine cut sign simply cannot match.
The Sign Carver lovingly crafts each wooden sign with care and precision, delivering a high quality product that is durable and beautiful.
We have many lettering styles for you to choose from including a wide range of scripts and flourishes, serif & sans serif typefaces.
We are able to create a naturally distressed look, by using a combination of scouring, lime washes, wood stains, and a few other secret tricks to achieve the desired effect.
Each coat of arms is hand-carved by Ivan Hunter, who brings his expertise & passion to every detail of the carving process.
Request a quotation for a hand carved wooden sign for your home or business. Each sign is carved with hand held tools, achieving a finish that machine cut signs simply cannot match.
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With 30 years of craftsmanship, our dedication to quality, attention to detail, and personalized approach make us the ideal choice for those seeking unique & meaningful pieces of art.
The Sign Carver has been carving professionally since 1994. Not sure which material to choose? We will happily advise you on the best application to suit your particular project.
Signs can be painted on inexpensive wood or hand carved with decorative elements into rare timber or stone in a multitude of sizes, so the range is vast.
Up to 25 days to delivery, but everything is individually hand crafted so time estimate is indicated on the quote.
Yes, I usually do two or three designs with the quotation giving a choice of font and shape. You may also send your own designs.
There is an unmistakable crafted feel as each sign is carved with hand held tools.
I use durable hardwoods (meranti, mahogany or Iroko) for outdoor signs. Wood for indoor signs depends on the colour required and could be oak, mahogany (reddish brown) or basswood (cream almost white).
Signs can also be carved in stone or cast in resin, cement or bronze.
There’s a wide range of fonts, from script & decorative fonts to serif & sans serif typefaces. While designing, I can give a choice & advise which is more suitable for the project at hand.
Occasional dusting with a clean paintbrush 2” inches (5 cm) wide should suffice. The corner of a damp cloth should be sufficient to remove any specks or droppings.
I use durable hardwoods for exterior signs & durable exterior sealants.
Our outdoor signs are durable enough to mature gracefully while other signs are fading and crumbling in the harsh African sun.
And when they do start to show signs of ageing, they are easy to maintain.
I will include instructions for the easy maintenance of a wood sign.
Yes. Delivery in South Africa is via Postnet or a freight company. Overseas deliveries are via DHL and include a Rentokil (fumigation) certificate.
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