CUSTOM DECORATIVE FINISHES,
MURALS & HISTORIC RESTORATION
One-of-a-kind commissioned work by fourth-generation decorative artist Ronald Layman.
From Venetian plaster and hand-painted wood graining to murals, gilding and historic restoration, every project is created specifically for the property, architecture and people who will experience it.
Ronald accepts select residential, commercial and historic commissions locally, throughout the United States and internationally.
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Call Ronald directly: 301-668-5110
Every commissioned finish is designed specifically for the space, taking into account the architecture, surrounding materials, lighting and the client’s vision.
For more than 30 years, Ronald Layman has created custom decorative finishes for private homes, historic properties, restaurants, commercial spaces and nationally recognized institutions.
Every project begins with the architecture, the surrounding materials and the client’s vision. The goal is to create something convincing, lasting and completely unique to the space.
For more than 30 years, Ronald Layman has created custom decorative finishes for private homes, historic properties, restaurants, commercial spaces and nationally recognized institutions. Call: 301-668-5110
Wood-Graining Restoration
Helena, MT
Wood-Grained Doors
Middleburg, VA
Painted Imitation Marble
Washington, DC
Selma Estates
Leesburg, VA
Under The Sea Mural
Frederick, MD
Scotty’s Bus Memorial Mural
Frederick, MD
Rustic Plaster
Greenville, NC
Friendship Bridge Mural
Frederick, MD
Snakeman’s Tattoo Shop Mural
Frederick, MD
Hollywood Casino
Ranson, WV
U.S. Department of the Treasury — Secretary’s Office, Washington, DC
Tropical Mural
Quepos, Costa Rica
Galaxy Sky Mural
Urbana, MD
Woodgrained Doors
Williamsport, MD
10,000 Square Foot Sky Mural
Shorter, AL
Commissioned Services
Ronald accepts residential, commercial, historic and specialty commissions locally, throughout the United States and internationally.
What I Can Create for You
Custom commissioned work includes Venetian plaster, painted wood graining, imitation marble, murals, gilding, decorative finishes, sign restoration and historic restoration for residential, commercial and historic properties. 301-668-5110
Venetian Plaster & Decorative Lime Finishes
Authentic lime-based finishes ranging from softly aged and textured surfaces to highly polished Venetian plaster.
Available for walls, ceilings, fireplace surrounds, entryways, stair halls, restaurants, hotels and commercial interiors.
Painted Wood Graining
Hand-painted interpretations of mahogany, oak, walnut and other traditional woods for doors, trim, cabinetry, paneling, furniture and architectural elements.
Wood graining can be used for new work, restoration or matching existing historic finishes.
Painted Imitation Marble
Custom painted marble designed to reproduce the depth, movement, color and veining of natural stone.
Suitable for walls, columns, baseboards, fireplace surrounds, trim, furniture and historic architectural elements.
Murals & Decorative Painting
Custom interior and exterior murals created for homes, businesses, wineries, restaurants, historic properties and public spaces.
Projects may include landscapes, architectural scenes, historic imagery, ornament, trompe l’oeil and site-specific storytelling.
Gilding & Gold Leaf
Traditional gold leaf and specialty gilding for signs, lettering, furniture, architectural details, decorative objects and restoration work.
Genuine gold leaf, metal leaf and other gilding systems are selected according to the project and location.
Historic Restoration & Specialty Work
Restoration, recreation and matching of decorative finishes for historic homes, commercial properties and architecturally significant buildings.
This may include painted wood grain, imitation marble, decorative plaster, Scagliola, gilding, sign restoration and unusual specialty finishes.