Surfboard Mount Styles: Finding the Right Finish for Your Interior
The finish of your surfboard wall mount plays a crucial role in how well it integrates with your interior design. Choose the wrong finish and your mount can clash with your space; choose the right one and it elevates your entire room.
Our premium hardwood mounts are available in three distinctive finishes, each bringing its own character to your space. Here's how to choose the perfect finish for your interior.
Oak: Light, Warm, and Versatile
Oak mounts feature a light, honey-toned finish with beautiful grain patterns. This finish works exceptionally well in Scandinavian-inspired interiors, coastal spaces, and rooms with plenty of natural light. Oak's warm undertones complement white walls beautifully and pair well with light woods and natural textiles.
The natural warmth of oak creates an inviting, relaxed atmosphere - perfect for beach houses, coastal living rooms, and spaces where you want that effortless, sun-bleached aesthetic.
Best for: Coastal homes, beach houses, Scandinavian minimalism, light and airy spaces, rooms with white or pale colour schemes.
Shop oak mounts:
- Oak Horizontal Mount for Shortboards
- White Oak Longboard Vertical Mount
- Waves 2.0 Oak Vertical Mount
Walnut: Rich, Sophisticated, and Bold
Walnut mounts offer a deep, rich brown finish with striking grain variation. This premium finish adds instant sophistication and works beautifully in modern, industrial, and mid-century inspired interiors. Walnut creates stunning contrast against light walls and complements leather, metal, and darker colour palettes.
The depth and richness of walnut makes it the perfect choice when you want your surfboard display to feel intentional and curated. It's a statement finish that says you care about design details.
Best for: Modern lofts, industrial spaces, mid-century modern homes, masculine interiors, rooms with darker accent colours, creating dramatic contrast.
Shop walnut mounts: Walnut Horizontal Mount
Black Oak: Contemporary, Sleek, and Dramatic
Black oak mounts feature a deep, contemporary finish that works in virtually any modern setting. This bold option is perfect for minimalist interiors where you want the surfboard itself to be the star. Black oak's understated elegance complements both warm and cool colour schemes.
The dark finish creates a sleek, almost invisible support that lets your surfboard appear to float on the wall. It's modern, masculine, and effortlessly cool.
Best for: Modern minimalist interiors, contemporary spaces, industrial lofts, monochrome colour schemes, letting vibrant surfboard graphics take centre stage.
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Mixing Finishes for Quiver Displays
For quiver displays featuring multiple boards, consider mixing finishes to add depth and visual interest. Pair walnut with oak for warm contrast, or combine black oak with walnut for a modern, sophisticated look.
The key is to choose finishes that complement each other while creating enough variation to make each board stand out.
Matching Your Existing Wood Tones
Look at the dominant wood tones in your space - flooring, furniture, and trim. Choosing a mount finish that complements (not necessarily matches) these elements creates a cohesive, intentional design.
Pro tip: If your space has warm wood tones (pine, oak flooring), choose oak or walnut mounts. If you have cooler tones or painted furniture, black oak creates beautiful contrast.
Still Not Sure?
If you're torn between finishes, oak is the most versatile choice - it works in almost any space and never looks out of place. You can always add walnut or black oak mounts later if you expand your collection.
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