For 50 years we have been creating one of a kind custom signs for residential, commercial and other uses. A Dorr sign is hand-crafted from top to bottom. Letters are incised with a single utility knife; relief carving is done with chisels and gauges; painting is by brush; and gilding is 23-karat gold leaf applied the old style. The result is a classically elegant work of art that adds immeasurably to the overall impression of your business or home.
Fine-design. First-class execution. All work is done by Chuck and Dale Dorr, not apprentices or employees. This is truly MADE in the USA. Contact Dorr Woodcarving & Sign Co. today to discuss your sign.
Fine-design. First-class execution. All work is done by Chuck and Dale Dorr, not apprentices or employees. This is truly MADE in the USA. Contact Dorr Woodcarving & Sign Co. today to discuss your sign.
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Chuck Dorr started carving in 1971 while taking a class in wood carving taught by Paul McCarthy, a friend he was working with for carpentry and house painting.
He loved it so much and picked up the techniques so quickly that he talked the instructor into starting a business together.
The business was called "The Carving Place, " located in Scituate, Ma.
Chuck met his future wife Dale that year also.
Paul and Chuck were partners for four years.
Chuck was going to go on his own but he decided to team up with sign carver David Hassan in the next town.
He loved it so much and picked up the techniques so quickly that he talked the instructor into starting a business together.
The business was called "The Carving Place, " located in Scituate, Ma.
Chuck met his future wife Dale that year also.
Paul and Chuck were partners for four years.
Chuck was going to go on his own but he decided to team up with sign carver David Hassan in the next town.
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At Dorr Woodcarving & Sign Co. we use materials that are best suited to each project.
High density urethane (HDU) or Sign Foam is our most common material.
HDU does not warp, crack or check.
HDU is made of recycled products and carves just like wood.
Mahogany is not sustainable and has quality issues.
We will use clear native pine and teak if applicable.
All materials are carefully selected to ensure a quality and long lasting finished product.
The sun (and harsh weather) is the biggest culprit contributing to the aging process of a sign.
High density urethane (HDU) or Sign Foam is our most common material.
HDU does not warp, crack or check.
HDU is made of recycled products and carves just like wood.
Mahogany is not sustainable and has quality issues.
We will use clear native pine and teak if applicable.
All materials are carefully selected to ensure a quality and long lasting finished product.
The sun (and harsh weather) is the biggest culprit contributing to the aging process of a sign.
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