Our Process
At Neptune’s Treasures, every fish mount is handcrafted with care and over 57 years of expertise. Each piece is made to last, capturing the lifelike detail of your catch — whether it’s a memory from last weekend or a trophy from years ago.
We start with one of our many in-stock fibreglass moulds — part of the largest fish mould collection in the Southern Hemisphere. Once your species is selected, we begin the casting process:
At Neptune’s Treasures, every fish mount is handcrafted with care and over 57 years of expertise. Each piece is made to last, capturing the lifelike detail of your catch — whether it’s a memory from last weekend or a trophy from years ago.
We start with one of our many in-stock fibreglass moulds — part of the largest fish mould collection in the Southern Hemisphere. Once your species is selected, we begin the casting process:
- Multiple layers of fibreglass are applied to the mould to create a strong, long-lasting base.
- After curing, the fibreglass is carefully cut out and trimmed, and any mould imperfections are repaired by hand.
- We then move into the shaping phase, where we may add extra details like a mouth, fins, or other species-specific features from separate moulds for enhanced realism.
- High-quality glass or flexiglass eyes are installed to bring the fish to life.
- All components are joined together seamlessly to achieve a realistic form and flow.
- The fish is hand airbrushed based on your reference photo or natural species colour and patterns.
- Fine details are hand-painted to ensure an accurate, lifelike result.
- After painting, each mount is cured and sealed with high quality 2-pac.
Split Mount vs Full Mount: What’s the Difference?
At Neptune’s Treasures, we offer both split mounts and full mounts to suit different display preferences, spaces, and budgets. Here's a quick guide to help you choose the right style for your fish.
Split Mount (Flat-Backed Mount)
A split mount features the front half of the fish, with a smooth, flat back designed to sit almost flush against the wall. It's lightweight and space-efficient, making it a great option for home walls, offices, or trophy.
Key Features:
Full Mount (Nearly 360-Degree Mount)
A full mount is a more detailed, three-dimensional replica that includes the full body shape of the fish. While it still mounts to a wall, it has a fully shaped body and mouth pallet details with realistic features all the way around.
Key Features:
Need help deciding?
We’re happy to talk through your space, style, and vision to find the best fit. Just give us a call or send us a message!
*Pedastool or double sided hanging mounts are available for some species. Reach out to us if interested.
At Neptune’s Treasures, we offer both split mounts and full mounts to suit different display preferences, spaces, and budgets. Here's a quick guide to help you choose the right style for your fish.
Split Mount (Flat-Backed Mount)
A split mount features the front half of the fish, with a smooth, flat back designed to sit almost flush against the wall. It's lightweight and space-efficient, making it a great option for home walls, offices, or trophy.
Key Features:
- More affordable than full mounts
- Designed to hang almost flat on a wall
- One bottom fin
- Hand-painted with full detail on the front
- Ideal for indoor spaces with limited depth
Full Mount (Nearly 360-Degree Mount)
A full mount is a more detailed, three-dimensional replica that includes the full body shape of the fish. While it still mounts to a wall, it has a fully shaped body and mouth pallet details with realistic features all the way around.
Key Features:
- Complete body shape, visible from multiple angles
- Still designed for wall mounting, but with added depth
- Two bottom fins
- Customisable with driftwood or stand options for an extra fee
- Higher cost due to added materials and significant detailing involved
Need help deciding?
We’re happy to talk through your space, style, and vision to find the best fit. Just give us a call or send us a message!
*Pedastool or double sided hanging mounts are available for some species. Reach out to us if interested.
