Toms Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Wesley Chapel, Florida

(352) 206-3515, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543View on Yelp
Toms Taxidermy - taxidermy in Wesley Chapel, FL

About Toms Taxidermy

Toms Taxidermy in Wesley Chapel, Florida stands out from typical taxidermy shops because they also bring metal fabrication and carpentry skills to the table. Wesley Chapel has grown rapidly in recent years as one of Tampa Bay's fastest-expanding communities, bringing a steady stream of new residents who are also serious hunters and collectors. The combination of taxidermy with in-house metalwork and woodworking means customers can get custom habitat bases, wall panels, and display infrastructure built alongside their mounts. It's a one-stop approach that most shops simply can't offer.

Services

Taxidermy
Metal Fabricators
Carpenters

Services & Process

Beyond standard taxidermy like deer shoulder mounts, full body mounts, and fish reproductions, Toms Taxidermy can build the custom display elements that make a trophy room truly special. Metal fabrication skills allow for custom wall brackets, antler chandeliers, and structural pieces that standard taxidermists would have to outsource. Carpentry work opens the door to custom wood plaques, rustic habitat bases, wood-paneled display walls, and shelving built to fit your specific space. This kind of integrated service is particularly valuable for hunters building dedicated trophy rooms or man caves where the display is as important as the mount itself.

Service Area

Toms Taxidermy serves Wesley Chapel and the surrounding Pasco County communities, including Zephyrhills, Lutz, Land O' Lakes, and New Tampa. The shop is easily accessible from the greater Tampa metropolitan area via I-75 and SR-56. Hunters from Hillsborough and Hernando counties also make the trip for the unique combination of services offered here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of custom displays can you build alongside a mount?
With in-house carpentry and metal fabrication, the options go well beyond a basic plaque. Custom wood panels, barn wood accent walls, antler lighting fixtures, and welded steel wall brackets are all possibilities. It's worth having a detailed conversation at the start so the display can be planned and built to complement the specific mount.
Can you help design a full trophy room?
A shop with both taxidermy and carpentry skills is well positioned to help plan a trophy room layout, from wall space to lighting to custom shelving. Bringing in photos of your space and a rough idea of how many mounts you plan to display gives the shop a starting point. The advantage is getting everything to feel cohesive rather than like pieces from different sources.
Do you do antler mounting without a full cape mount?
Yes, antler mounting is a simpler and more affordable option for hunters who want to display their rack without the full shoulder mount. Antlers can be mounted on a variety of plaques, from simple commercial options to custom-built wood pieces that match your decor. Skull plate prep and hardware are included in the process.
Can you make a wall bracket for a particularly large or heavy mount?
Large mounts like full body bears, elk, or bison shoulder mounts require heavy-duty wall support that standard hardware can't handle. In-house metal fabrication means custom brackets can be built and welded to the exact specifications of the mount and your wall type. This is especially important in newer construction where stud placement may not line up conveniently.
Do you handle mounts for customers throughout the Tampa Bay area?
Wesley Chapel's location just north of Tampa makes it accessible to hunters from across the region, including those coming from Hillsborough, Pasco, and Hernando counties. Customers willing to make the drive often do so specifically for the combined taxidermy and custom fabrication services. It's worth calling ahead to discuss your project before making the trip.
What should I bring when I come in for an initial consultation?
Bring your animal or trophy, but also bring any photos of the space where you plan to display the mount. If you have ideas from magazines, websites, or other trophy rooms you've seen, those reference images are genuinely helpful. The more context the shop has about your vision, the better they can plan both the mount and any custom display work.

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