We made these carved yacht name boards and teak quarterboards for Eagle 4, a Fleming yacht at Burr Yacht Sales in Edgewater, Maryland. We carve the letters by hand and finish them with 23 karat genuine gold leaf. Then we frame each golden letter with gloss black enamel lettering paint. The outline adds contrast and makes the name stand out. Both the outlining and the gilding are slow, careful work.
We Inspect Every Carved Yacht Name Board
Small mistakes can spoil the look of carved yacht name boards, so we check every letter closely. Before we apply the topcoats, we examine each letter under magnification. Tiny gaps or streaks in the gold leaf or outline may not show from a typical viewing distance. However, that standard is not good enough for us. We make adjustments along the way so your boards look right up close too.
Marine Varnish Protects the Boards
We protect our boards with multiple coats of TotalBoat Lust marine varnish. Before the lettering, the first coats fill the wood grain and prepare the teak for gilding. After the lettering, more coats go over the top to seal and protect it. In addition, regular upkeep keeps the finish looking sharp season after season.
Start Your Yacht Name Boards
We look forward to starting a new set of carved yacht name boards with you. We also make transom boards, transom lettering, and personalized life rings. Browse the life rings page to see photos of our work.
Contact Designs & Signs
The quickest way to get started on your project is to send us an email.
We can also be reached by phone at (410) 798-5115.