Business Details
27 Years
experience
Custom Murals & Decorative Painting Experts
Arlene Murals has been transforming residential and commercial spaces through custom artistic techniques for over 25 years. Founded by Arlene Mcloughlin, a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology with a decade of experience in textile design, our company specializes in creating immersive environments through hand-painted murals, decorative finishes, and faux painting techniques. Our expertise extends to trompe l'oeil, chinoiserie, Venetian plaster applications, and custom furniture painting, serving clients across Long Island, Manhattan, and the five boroughs. Arlene's background in fine art instruction from international masters, combined with her husband Dale's construction expertise, enables us to tackle complex projects at heights up to 50 feet.We maintain active memberships in professional decorative arts organizations to stay at the forefront of design trends while delivering personalized solutions for both interior and exterior spaces. Our portfolio demonstrates our ability to realize clients' visions through site-specific artwork or canvas pieces that can be shipped nationwide. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and client collaboration, we bring artistic vision to life in diverse settings ranging from children's rooms to luxury commercial establishments.
Services
Custom Murals
Faux Painting
Venetian Plaster
Chinoiserie Design
Decorative Ceilings
Furniture Painting
Wall Treatments
Exterior Murals
Gilding
Trompe l'Oeil
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of experience in custom decorative painting
- Graduate of Fashion Institute of Technology with textile design expertise
- Specialized in trompe l'oeil, chinoiserie, and Venetian plaster techniques
- Capable of working on projects up to 50 feet high
- Active member of professional decorative arts organizations
Services
Custom Murals
Create unique wall murals for residential and commercial spaces. Our artists transform plain surfaces into immersive environments with hand-painted designs. Available on-site or as canvas pieces for nationwide shipping.
Venetian Plaster
Apply traditional Venetian plaster techniques for luxurious wall and ceiling finishes. Our artisans create depth and texture using lime-based plasters with metallic and colored effects for both modern and classic interiors.
Chinoiserie Design
Specialized in hand-painted chinoiserie murals featuring intricate Asian-inspired motifs. Our designs incorporate delicate florals, birds, and gilded patterns to create elegant focal walls and room accents.
Faux Painting
Offer various faux painting techniques including wood graining, marbleizing, and metallic finishes. Our artists replicate natural materials and textures to enhance architectural elements and surfaces.
Decorative Ceilings
Design and execute decorative ceiling treatments from simple stenciling to elaborate sky murals. Our team handles complex installations at heights up to 50 feet with specialized safety equipment.
People
Arlene Mcloughlin
Owner/Artist
Graduate of Fashion Institute of Technology with 10 years textile design experience. Specializes in mural painting and decorative finishes with 25+ years professional experience. Trained by international art masters.
Dale
Craftsman
Former NYFD member with expertise in wall preparation and construction. Handles structural aspects of mural installations and works on projects at heights up to 50 feet.
Questions
What types of murals do you create?
We create custom murals for residential and commercial spaces including children's rooms, ceilings, accent walls, and exterior surfaces using traditional hand-painting techniques.
Can you ship painted artwork?
Yes, we create canvas murals and painted panels that can be shipped anywhere in the United States for easy installation.
What decorative painting techniques do you offer?
We specialize in trompe l'oeil, chinoiserie, Venetian plaster, faux wood/marble, gilding, and custom wall treatments for both interior and exterior surfaces.
Do you work on commercial projects?
Yes, we've completed murals for businesses from Montauk to Brooklyn including restaurants, salons, and corporate offices with customized artistic solutions.
How do you handle high ceiling installations?
Our team has specialized equipment and safety training to work on ceilings and walls up to 50 feet high while maintaining artistic quality.
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