material gallery

At Terrapin Guitars, we offer an extensive selection of high-quality materials to craft custom pickguards for electric guitars, basses, and acoustic guitars. Beyond pickguards, we specialize in creating truss rod covers, back plates, and more. 

Our diverse range of materials includes options for every style and preference, ensuring that you find the perfect fit for your instrument's aesthetic and functional needs. For those seeking something truly unique, we can even custom laminate materials to create distinctive, one-of-a-kind designs that make your guitar stand out.

At Terrapin Guitars, we’re passionate about helping musicians bring their instruments to life. Whether you're upgrading your guitar’s look or adding a personal touch, we’re here to provide the craftsmanship and customization options you need to make your vision a reality.

 

BASIC PICKGUARD MATERIAL

• white solid .060” (1.5mm) thick, gloss finish
• white solid .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• white/black/white 3ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• black solid .060” (1.5mm) thick, gloss finish
• black solid .060” (1.5mm) thick, matte finish
• black solid .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• black solid .090” (2.3mm) thick, matte finish
• black/white/black 3ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• black/red/black 3ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• black/cream/black 3ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• parchment solid .060” (1.5mm) thick, gloss finish
• parchment solid .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• parchment/black/parchment 3ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• cream solid .060” (1.5mm) thick, gloss finish
• cream solid .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• cream/black/cream 3ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• mint/black/mint 3ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish

PEARL OR PERLOID PICKGUARD MATERIAL 

• white pearl/w/b/w 4ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• black pearl/w/b/w 4ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• silver pearl/w/b/w 4ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• cream pearl/black/cream 3ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• parchment pearl/parchment/black/parchment 4ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• mint pearl/mint/black/mint 4ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish

Tortoise pickguard material

• celluloid brown tortoise/w/b/w 4ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• celluloid red tortoise/w/b/w 4ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• vinyl brown tortoise/w/b 3ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• vinyl red tortoise/w/b 3ply .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish

Specialty pickguard material

• 5ply black/white/black/white/black 0.125” (3.2mm) thick, gloss finish
• clear acrylic .060” (1.5mm) thick, gloss finish
• clear acrylic .090” (2.3mm) thick, gloss finish
• clear acrylic 0.125” (3.2mm) thick, gloss finish
• mirror acrylic 0.125” (3.2mm) thick, gloss finish
• COLOR acrylic 0.125” (3.2mm) thick, gloss finish
• FLUORESCENT acrylic 0.125 (3.2mm) thick, gloss finish

Engravable pickguard material

• black/white text .060” (1.5 mm) thick, matte finish
• white/black text .060” (1.5 mm) thick, matte finish
• black/white text .060” (1.5 mm) thick, gloss finish
• textured black/white text .060” (1.5 mm) thick, textured

Acoustic pickguard material

• celluloid tortoise 0.28” (0.70 mm) thick, gloss finish
• celluloid fires tripe 0.28” (0.70 mm) thick, gloss finish
• black solid .030” (0.75 mm) thick, gloss finish
• black solid .030” (0.75 mm) thick, matte finish
• white solid .030” (0.75 mm) thick, gloss finish
• white solid .030” (0.75 mm) thick, matte finish
• cream solid .030” (0.75 mm) thick, gloss finish
• black/white .060” (1.5 mm) thick, gloss finish
• white/black .060” (1.5 mm) thick, gloss finish