Teak carved quarterboards, mahogany name boards, created by Designs & Signs.

First, our artists design and install custom boat names of every sort. We use only premium cast vinyl and other top-quality materials. Offering 23 karat gold leaf film and silver leaf film, we provide all films with various finishes; engine turn, florentine, burnished, and chrome. Additionally, we make matching custom life rings and carved teak quarterboards. Generally, we service marinas and homes in Annapolis and Edgewater. Related services include traditional gilding by hand for restored transoms of classic wooden boats and wooden yachts.

The process explained, from start to finish

First, we present our customers with a portfolio of select fonts to consider. Then, a site survey of the boat whenever possible, or we ask the owner for photos and measurements if the boat is not near our shop. Finally, you will provide and create a scale drawing to show the customer exactly what their craft will look like when we install the lettering. Typically our custom boat names will last ten years.