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Side-by-side before and after comparison of a Kling Furniture Company maple chair refinished by Finish Pros, showing transformation from worn brown finish to rich medium cherry tone.

A Second Life for Kling Maple Chairs: How Finish Pros Restored a Raleigh Family Treasure

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In a time when most furniture is mass-produced and rarely built to last, it’s rare to find a set of chairs that can serve a family for generations. That’s why, when a past client from Raleigh contacted Finish Pros about refinishing their maple kitchen chairs, we knew this was more than a simple repair job […]

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Victorian walnut settee reupholstered with eco-friendly fabric in Raleigh home

From Antique to Modern: Raleigh’s Guide to Furniture Refinishing and Upholstery

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In a quiet workshop just off Capital Boulevard in North Raleigh, the past and present meet—one brushstroke, one stitch, one sanded curve at a time. At Finish Pros, heirlooms are not only restored—they’re reimagined for a new generation. Whether it’s a Victorian settee passed down through four generations or a mid-century chair found at a

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Entrance to the WRAL 3D Theater in Raleigh’s Museum of Natural Sciences with ‘Auditorium Closed’ signage during Finish Pros' commercial reupholstery and restoration project.

Seats of Innovation: How Finish Pros Redesigned North Carolina’s Auditoriums

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Introduction: A Seat with a Story Imagine settling into a plush theater chair at the WRAL 3D Theater in Raleigh’s Natural Sciences Museum. The lights dim, the screen flickers to life, and you’re swept into a cinematic journey—perhaps diving into an ocean trench or soaring above Blue Ridge peaks. Or maybe you’re in Wilmington at

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From Floral to French Modern: A Stunning Vintage Sofa Transformation

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The Charm of Vintage, the Appeal of the Present It’s not every day you come across a vintage French-style sofa with such potential—a gracefully curved silhouette, exposed wood frame, and timeless bones that speak to a different era of craftsmanship. And while the original floral upholstery may have once been in fashion, it no longer

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Custom reupholstered French-style armchair in two-tone velvet fabric by Finish Pros in Raleigh, NC

Horsehair to High-Density Foam: What’s Inside Your Antique Chair

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Introduction Before the rise of synthetic foam padding and polyester fiberfill, American furniture was crafted with meticulous attention to detail. Back then, comfort came from natural materials—horsehair, straw, cotton batting—not the mass-produced foam we know today. While the solid hardwood frames of antique pieces have often stood the test of time, the padding inside hasn’t

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Where Craftsmanship Meets Design: Transforming a Beloved Club Chair & Ottoman

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Some furniture pieces are more than just objects—they hold memories, provide comfort, and become part of the family. But over time, even the most cherished pieces can start to show their age. That was the case for one of our clients, who had a 25+ year-old club chair and ottoman that had been a staple

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Bold Choices: The Power of Custom Reupholstery in Transforming Furniture

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When it comes to home design, color plays a significant role in setting the mood and creating an atmosphere that reflects personality. But are you confident in choosing a color that will bring you joy every day? One of our clients certainly was—and the result was nothing short of breathtaking. At Finish Pros, our furniture

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Restoring History: The Refinishing of a Family Heirloom Curio Cabinet

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Some furniture is more than just wood and glass—it holds the history of a family, passed down through generations. That was the case with a stunning antique oak curio cabinet that had been in our client’s family for over a century. It had survived the years, but not without scars. After the loss of her

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Restoration process of a vintage channel-back sofa with new ivory boucle fabric being carefully applied by Finish Pros experts.

The Great Gatsby Sofa: Restoring a Legacy with Love

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Introduction: A Heirloom Full of Memories Every so often, we encounter a project that’s more than just furniture—it’s a piece of someone’s heart. This was exactly the case when Tim entrusted us with his cherished 1920s-era family heirloom. From the moment we saw this sofa, worn and weathered by nearly a century of use, we

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A Century Plus of Stories: Restoring an 1880s Modified Chair

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Every Piece Has a Story At Finish Pros, every piece of furniture that comes through our doors tells a story, and it’s our job to uncover it. But some stories are more intricate than others, and occasionally, a project surprises even us. Recently, a client brought in a family heirloom—a charming chair that she believed

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