What’s the difference between a custom map and a catalog map?
Catalog maps are designs we have already made, so the files are ready for the laser. Physical fabrication takes 3 business days, then we ship it.
Custom maps are of a farm, property or any location in the world. You pay in full when you order. We then draft the design with you by email, which takes about 2 weeks. Once you approve it, physical fabrication takes about 1 week, then we ship it.
Not sure yet? Take the style survey or get in touch before you order and we will recommend a style.
Sizes
Small - 12 x 16" - 30 x 40cm
Medium - 18 x 24" - 45 x 60cm
Large - 24 x 32" - 60 x 80cm
These dimensions include the frame
Returns & Damage Policy
30-day satisfaction guarantee
If you or the recipient don't love the map, return it within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. Return postage is paid by you.
If it arrives damaged, email photos to tim@originmaps.com within 7 days and we'll replace it, cover a local reframe or refund you. See our refund policy.
Materials & Hanging
Our topographic wooden maps are crafted from Double-A 1.5mm Basswood.
Frames are made from oak.
A wire is secured across the back so it's ready to hang. Light enough for ordinary picture hooks. Built to stay on the wall for decades.
Each size roughly weighs:
Small - 1.5kg
Medium - 3kg
Large - 5kg
Where do you ship from?
Our maps are handmade in our workshop in Thailand. Once your map is made, we ship it with DHL Express. Shipping is included with all small, medium and large maps.
USA & AU - 2 to 4 business days
NZ, CA, EU & Other - 2 to 6 business days
Will I have to pay tariffs?
We cover all import duties and tariffs. No surprise fees. Once your order is shipped you will receive DHL shipping notifications.
Do I need maps, or property boundaries for a custom?
No. An address is enough. If you have anything on hand - location screenshot, a boundary PDF, or a family sketch, send it - we will use it. If you don’t, no problem. We can pull property boundaries, topographic and street data for anywhere in the world. Will confirm them with you during drafting.
What if the land is flat? Will it look like a blank board?
That is the question we get most. We tighten the contour interval so gentle country still reads in 3D, and where the land needs more than that we add methods like an engraved hill shade and vegetation hatching. You will see which combination fits the location best on the digital draft. We do not start cutting until you approve it.
I’m buying a gift and I’m concerned they’ll think it’s odd.
Most people struggle to find something that feels considered and is not another bottle of wine. A 3D map of a place they love solves that. You don’t need them to be a “map person.” You need them to care about the land, the trip, or the house.