--- title: "Distinctive Finishes, LLC — Artists & Artisans | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/distinctive-finishes-llc-pfvwus-pf~1384309590 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1384309590.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Distinctive Finishes, LLC" category: ["Artists & Artisans"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/d3f33fe006285235_4077-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Glastonbury, Connecticut 06033, United States" latitude: 41.7073 longitude: -72.5727 phone: "(860) 604-8716" website: http://distinctivefinishesllc.net rating: 5 review_count: 16 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 20 last_updated: 2026-09-10 --- # Distinctive Finishes, LLC Original Houzz profile: [Distinctive Finishes, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/distinctive-finishes-llc-pfvwus-pf~1384309590) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Artists & Artisans - **Location:** Glastonbury, CT - **Serves:** Hartford, West Hartford, Bristol, Manchester, East Hartford, Enfield, Glastonbury, Newington, Wethersfield, South Windsor, Farmington, Bloomfield, Rocky Hill, Cromwell, East Hampton, Portland, Hebron, Glastonbury Center, Marlborough, Lake Pocotopaug, Bolton, Blue Hills, Terramuggus, Cobalt, East Berlin, East Glastonbury, Poquonock, South Glastonbury, Vernon Rockville - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (16 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 100 Ideabook Saves Distinctive Finishes LLC has been painting beautiful decorative finishes for more than 20 years. Our passion for spaces that take on a unique personality of their own is what drove Sandy McRae to develop this thriving business. Under her direction, Distinctive Finishes excels in collaborating with designers and others in the world of home and office design. As styles and trends are constantly evolving, Sandy keeps updated and educated on all new products and techniques. Knowledge, experience, and use of the very best products and tools sets Sandy and Distinctive Finishes apart from others in this field. A strong commitment to customer service and professionalism is what has always made Distinctive Finishes a company designers and clients prefer….over and over again. ### Services Provided - Custom Artwork - Custom Furniture - Decorative Painting - Faux Painting - Mural Painting - Texture Painting - Wall Stenciling - painted cabinetry ### Areas Served - Hartford - West Hartford - Bristol - Manchester - East Hartford - Enfield - Glastonbury - Newington - Wethersfield - South Windsor - Farmington - Bloomfield - Rocky Hill - Cromwell - East Hampton - Portland - Hebron - Glastonbury Center - Marlborough - Lake Pocotopaug - Bolton - Blue Hills - Terramuggus - Cobalt - East Berlin - East Glastonbury - Poquonock - South Glastonbury - Vernon Rockville ### Typical Job Cost $1,500 - $10,000 cost is determined by the scope of the job, products required ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Distinctive Finishes, LLC | | Address | Glastonbury, Connecticut 06033, United States | | Phone | (860) 604-8716 | | Website | http://distinctivefinishesllc.net | | Followers on Houzz | 20 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/distinctivefinishesllc - Blog — http://distinctivefinishesllc.net/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Distinctive Finishes, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/distinctive-finishes-llc-pfvwus-pf~1384309590) - **Website:** http://distinctivefinishesllc.net - **Phone:** (860) 604-8716 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz Service Award, 2016 - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 16 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Period Design LLC, June 2019** > Sandy is my favorite decorative painter in the Hartford area. She is very professional with a great sense of humor and style. I have worked with her on several of my Interior Design projects with clients and they have never been disappointed! **Comment from Distinctive Finishes, LLC:** > Thank you so much, Karen! I love working on projects with you...and thank you for getting this great shot of our recent collaboration! **★★★★★ — Period Design LLC, June 2019** > Sandy is my favorite decorative painter in the Hartford area. She is very professional with a charming sense of humor with great style in everything she does. I have worked with her on several of my Interior Design projects for clients and they have never been disappointed. **★★★★★ — Lynne McKee Interior Design, LLC, Jan. 2017** > Sandy is an extremely talented artist. She created a wide array of beautiful finishes for our project. All of this talent also comes with a professional demeanor and timely completion of the work specified. We would definitely love to work with her again! **★★★★★ — Joy Balsamo, Dec. 2016** > Sandy is the consummate professional. She has planned out and created some beautiful walls in our home...from striped glazes to tissue paper to Venetian plaster finishes. She is a joy to consult with, as she fine tunes and improves on any ideas I may have! Sandy never disappoints with her attention to detail. Professional, prompt, neat, talented. I would recommend her and her team 100%. **★★★★★ — jbalesano1, May 2016** > Sandy is professional, very talented with a great eye for color and style. A complete pleasure to work with. Sandy listens to the homeowners desires and is very open to comment. Her work is outstanding. We are extremely satisfied with the work she performed in our living room. > > I plan to use her again and look forward to it. Sandy is fabulous. CBJB **★★★★★ — ancal53, Feb. 2016** > Sandys work Is nothing less than stunning! The finishes she did in my previous home were exactly what I was looking for. (Stenciling, suede finishes, and textures to name a few.) She was a pleasure to work with and I'm looking forward to having her do more painting in my new home. Her talent is truly amazing. She's professional, polite and always smiling! She loves what she does and it shows in her work. **★★★★★ — Eclectic Design Inc., Feb. 2016** > As a design professional, I find Sandy to not only be incredibly talented, but also a tireless professional. There is a refinement and depth to her work that sets her apart from others in her field. Sandy is dedicated to thrilling her clients, is communicative and adaptive. She is an integral part of my team and I am excited for her to start a commercial project for me in a few months! **★★★★★ — sandy7044, Feb. 2016** > Distinctive Finishes LLC has been contracted by my firm numerous times spanning over 15 years. Sandy McRae, owner and artist of Distinctive Finishes, has proven to be a true professional in every aspect. With her years of experience, Sandy continues to study and offer new techniques and faux finishes to her clients. She is tireless in her work ethic and always brings a positive attitude to the job site. > > Sandy's talent goes beyond faux finishes. She created an original piece of art work requested by a client requiring durability, texture and to > compliment the space. It is an impressive piece of art that perfectly met our needs for this project. > > Distinctive Finishes, LLC is company that I recommend without reservation. > > Sandy Mistretta > Surroundings Custom Interiors **★★★★★ — kmglcc, Feb. 2016** > We have used Distinctive Finishes for nearly a dozen jobs - both at our home and at our office. Sandy McRae collaborates and provides new ideas while respecting the client's vision. We have always been delighted with the results, as well as with the reliable, clean, and pleasant working atmosphere. **Comment from Distinctive Finishes, LLC:** > Thank you so much Katie! It's always a pleasure working with you. **★★★★★ — cbmartino, Feb. 2016** > Distinctive Finishes has done a great deal of work in my home. The painters have done faux finishes in my living room, kitchen and bathroom that are amazing! Sandy also did a lovely hand-painted floral design in my guest bathroom on top of a faux finish. I get lots of compliments from guests about the lovely walls in my home. The painters are all very professional and very neat. I highly recommend Distinctive Finishes LLC. **Comment from Distinctive Finishes, LLC:** > Thank you for your lovely review Carolyn! Always enjoy working in your home! **★★★★★ — 13sheba, Feb. 2016** > Sandy is honestly the best! She has an amazing eye for color and is able to conjure up the best combinations and subtle touches in her finishes. Her ability to create never ceases to amaze me. You will not be disappointed. **Comment from Distinctive Finishes, LLC:** > Thanks for the great review Wendy!! I just love adding special touches in your home. **★★★★★ — Surroundings Custom Interiors, Inc., Feb. 2016** > Sandy and Distinctive Finishes are the best choice for your faux finishing needs. Sandy can create your design or she can recreate any design you desire. Sandy's background, experience, and design abilities allow her to transform any space from boring to completely elegant, unique, and sophisticated. Our company has used Distinctive Finishes for over a decade and our expectations are always surpassed. Sandy has a beautiful spirit that shows through her work. Clients always love Sandy and she has a reputation to prove just that. > > Erin Turner > Surroundings Custom Interiors, Inc. **Comment from Distinctive Finishes, LLC:** > Thank you for these kind words! I always love working with you and Surroundings Custom Flooring and Design. ## Selected projects - [Glamorous Beachy Cabinetry Finish](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glamorous-beachy-cabinetry-finish-pj-vj~1738113) - Location: Glastonbury, CT - Photos: 2 - [Shimmery/Metallic Wall Finishes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shimmery-metallic-wall-finishes-pj-vj~2124407) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 21 - [Old World Wall Plastering](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/old-world-wall-plastering-pj-vj~2124362) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 23 - [Custom Hand Painting](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-hand-painting-pj-vj~2124368) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 28 - [Bright & Bold Custom Walls](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bright-and-bold-custom-walls-pj-vj~2124390) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Gold & Silver Leaf Finishes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gold-and-silver-leaf-finishes-pj-vj~2124375) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Stenciled Walls & Ceilings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stenciled-walls-and-ceilings-pj-vj~2124385) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Luxe Wall Finish](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/luxe-wall-finish-pj-vj~2124439) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [County French Wall Finishes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/county-french-wall-finishes-pj-vj~2124465) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Unique Painted Cabinetry](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/unique-painted-cabinetry-pj-vj~1767746) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 25 - [Traditional Walls](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-walls-pj-vj~2124461) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Misc](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/misc-pj-vj~1522590) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 [See all 12 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/distinctive-finishes-llc-pfvwus-pf~1384309590) ## Ideabooks - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/173090397/list/wish-list) — 1 idea - [Dining room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/127490326/list/dining-room) — 2 ideas - [cabinetry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/55653849/list/cabinetry) — 17 ideas - [ceilings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/55653253/list/ceilings) — 19 ideas - [sandymcrae's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11286390/list/sandymcrae-s-ideas) — 5 ideas - [textures and faux-finishes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/55656395/list/textures-and-faux-finishes) — 21 ideas - [wall finishes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/55656171/list/wall-finishes) — 33 ideas - [murals](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/55655722/list/murals) — 17 ideas [See all 8 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/sandymcrae) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-10.*