At 3D Custom Welding, we turn raw metal into functional works of art. Proudly based in Franklin, TN, we are a locally owned and operated welding and metal fabrication company specializing in residential and commercial projects across Tennessee. With decades of hands-on experience and a passion for quality craftsmanship, we’ve built a reputation for delivering custom metalwork that combines durability, safety, and design excellence.

Our business was founded on a simple principle: Do it right the first time, every time. From intricate staircases to expansive decks, our team approaches every project—large or small—with unmatched attention to detail, structural integrity, and aesthetic vision.

Meet Richard

Before founding 3D Custom Welding, owner Richard Arnold worked as a jeweler — a trade built entirely on precision and an eye for detail that never really leaves you. He started this business after one too many run-ins with contractors who didn’t hold themselves to the standard paying customers actually expect. He’s also held a pilot’s license for over 40 years and has flown hot air balloons for just as long, work that demands the same steady hands and respect for getting things exactly right. That same discipline shows up in every railing, staircase, and gate that leaves our shop.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide reliable, precision welding solutions tailored to the needs of each client. We are committed to exceptional craftsmanship, timely execution, and outstanding customer service. Whether we’re reinforcing your home’s outdoor space or building a key feature for your commercial property, our goal is always the same: to leave you with something built to last and designed to impress.