Introduction Around 2019, the phrase “lacquering furniture” started appearing in conversations with interior designers, becoming synonymous with sleek, high-gloss painted finishes — a far cry from the rustic chalk paints of years past. But for those of us in the refinishing business, lacquer is nothing new. My first request to paint over a rich mahogany […]
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
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 at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh, NC, temporarily closed for auditorium seating restoration and reupholstery by Finish Pros. Auditorium Seating Restoration in NC: Raleigh, Durham & Wilmington Case Studies In a world where institutional spaces must balance design, comfort, and budget, few features get overlooked
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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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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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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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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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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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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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