Business Details
41 Years
experience
Professional Painting & Restoration Services
Founded in 1985, our company has built a reputation entirely through client recommendations by delivering exceptional craftsmanship in painting and restoration services. With over 35 years of combined experience, we specialize in historic restorations, custom finishes, and intricate carpentry projects across residential and commercial spaces. Our team of seasoned professionals brings meticulous attention to detail and artistic expertise to every assignment, from chemical wood stripping of historic churches to creating faux-aged patina glazing on gold-plated plaques.We prioritize thorough surface preparation, offering Level 5 drywall finishes and comprehensive repair services, while maintaining a deep respect for client properties throughout the process. Our founder's background in fine arts and design education enhances our ability to collaborate effectively with decorators, architects, and homeowners, ensuring every project achieves both functional perfection and aesthetic excellence.
Services
Historic Restorations
Faux Finishes
Gilding Services
Carpentry Work
Wallpaper Installation
Decorative Painting
Wood Floor Finishing
Mural Creation
Drywall Repairs
Color Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in painting and restoration since 1985
- Our team includes artists trained in gold leaf application and gilding
- We specialize in chemical wood stripping and historic restoration projects
- Our expertise extends to complex finishes like polished Venetian plaster
- We protect property with meticulous preparation and cleanup procedures
What people say
Beautifully executed floors
Understood our vision immediately
Professionals with expertise
Perfect finish
Meticulous approach
Services
Historic Restorations
Specializing in restoring period properties, we execute chemical stripping of wood elements, color-matching historical stains, and recreating authentic finishes. Our expertise includes repairing antique furniture and preserving architectural details while maintaining historical accuracy through advanced techniques and traditional materials.
Faux Finishes
We create custom faux finishes that mimic natural materials, including polished Venetian plaster, faux bois effects, and aged patina glazing. These techniques transform surfaces with depth and texture, adding sophisticated visual interest to both contemporary and traditional interiors.
Gilding Services
Our artisans apply genuine gold and silver leaf to architectural elements and decorative surfaces. This specialized technique enhances ornamental details with luxurious finishes, commonly used for restoring antique frames and creating statement features in high-end interiors.
Carpentry Work
We provide comprehensive carpentry services including crown molding installation, exterior rot repair, and trim restoration. Our specialists handle both structural repairs and decorative woodwork, ensuring seamless integration with existing architectural elements while maintaining material authenticity.
Drywall Repairs
Our team delivers professional drywall installation and repair services with Level 5 finishes. This includes thorough preparation of surfaces for paint or decorative treatments, ensuring optimal adhesion and a flawless final appearance through multi-step sanding and priming processes.
People
Frank Pennington Ball
Creative Director & Owner
Frank combines fine arts expertise with 35+ years of contractor experience. Former jewelry designer and art educator, he brings artistic vision to every project while maintaining technical excellence in painting and restoration techniques.
Questions
What types of projects do you typically handle?
We specialize in historic restorations, custom faux finishes, complex carpentry work, and decorative painting projects for both residential and commercial properties.
How long have you been in business?
Our company has been serving clients since 1985, with our founder bringing additional prior experience in arts education and design.
Can you handle unique finishing requests?
Yes, we excel at creating specialty finishes including Venetian plaster, faux bois effects, and gilded surfaces using traditional techniques.
Do you work outside Connecticut?
We serve all New England states and the Tri-State area, including New York and New Jersey for significant projects.
How does your consultation process work?
We offer both in-house and on-site consultations to assess your specific needs, providing expert recommendations based on our extensive restoration experience.
