A caller described her sofa to us in about fifteen seconds and then asked what it would cost to reupholster. Fair question, and one we get every week. The honest answer was that we did not know yet, and neither did anyone else willing to give her a number over the phone. That is not […]
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Dan McKenzie has spent more than 25 years refinishing and reupholstering furniture for families across the Triangle. In that time, the Finish Pros shop has taken in pieces with just about every kind of damage you can picture: a dresser a cat treated as a scratching post, an heirloom that a well-meaning relative “fixed” with
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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
Why an Interior Design Consultation Can Transform a Space Sometimes as a homeowner you want to improve your current environment without the cost and disruption of moving into a new home. That transformation may involve updating paint colors, reupholstering existing furniture, adding new pillows, refinishing wood furniture, or customizing pieces to better suit your space.
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The holiday season is more than twinkling lights and wrapped packages—it’s about warmth, memory, and meaning. Each ornament on the tree and every gathering around the table tells a story. So what better way to give during this season than with something deeply personal? If you’re searching for a unique Christmas gift that’s both practical
The holidays bring family, friends, and plenty of good food—and often, a little extra chaos. Your dining table, the centerpiece of celebration, becomes a hub of activity where memories are made and meals are shared. But between hot dishes, spilled drinks, and overzealous guests, one question always arises: how do you protect your dining table
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A vintage tufted sofa found at a local thrift store in Raleigh, NC, featuring a solid hardwood frame and timeless silhouette, making it an ideal candidate for high-end reupholstery and refinishing by Finish Pros. Walking into a Raleigh thrift store recently, the intention was simple: gather photos and examples for this article. But within minutes,
Refinishing and caring for teak furniture can transform your outdoor space, ensuring that your pieces last for years to come. At Finish Pros, located in the heart of Raleigh, we specialize in furniture refinishing and custom upholstery, providing services that cater to every need. If you’re embarking on a DIY project or seeking professional “furniture
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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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Antique furniture isn’t just functional, it’s often the last tangible thread connecting us to a loved family member or a dear friend that helped shape our lives. We’ve had clients reach out to our Raleigh refinishing workshop with more than just a sideboard or a desk. They bring with them memories. A cherry dining table,
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