Luke Black

Welcome to Luke Black Ltd, a specialist finishing and decorative arts company based in the beautiful county of Shropshire. Our team, led by Luke Black, comprises skilled artisans dedicated to creating unique, handcrafted artworks and bespoke finishes for a wide range of surfaces.

At Luke Black Ltd, we work directly with our clients and in partnership with respected interior and furniture designers, architects, and artists. Our goal is to bring out the beauty in any surface by crafting elegant traditional finishes alongside modern, cutting-edge effects. We continuously experiment and develop new, exciting, and unique finishes designed to inspire and enthuse.

With over 20 years of experience in the surface design industry, our team of specialist finishers and decorative artists have extensive knowledge in a vast array of specialist finishes. We are passionate about our art and pride ourselves on our meticulous attention to detail, creating sincere, elegant, and striking surface designs with both practical beauty and pure aesthetic gratification.

Our Services

We offer a wide range of services to cater to your unique needs. Our team is skilled in creating bespoke finishes for individual items of furniture, decorative art pieces, and custom-fitted large-scale decorative wall panelling. Our services include:

• Cracked Gesso: Our cracked gesso can be exquisitely applied to individual items of furniture, decorative art pieces, and as custom-fitted large-scale decorative wall panelling.
• Glass Finishes: We provide a variety of glass finishes, including eglomise glass, glass splashbacks, and wall coverings.
• Decorative Paint Effects: Our team can create a range of decorative paint effects to enhance the beauty of your surfaces.
• Gilding: We offer gilding services to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your surfaces.
• Liquid Metal: Our liquid metal finishes offer a unique and modern look that can be applied to various surfaces.
• Restoration: We provide restoration services to bring back the original beauty of your surfaces.
• French Polishing: Our team is skilled in French polishing, a technique used to create a high-gloss finish on wood surfaces.
• Lacquer Finishes: We offer lacquer finishes that provide a durable and attractive coating for your surfaces.

Our Team

Our team is led by Luke Black, who has been in the furniture finishing industry for over 20 years. Luke's story began under the guidance of a respected furniture maker and designer, allowing him to gain a solid foundation of skills and knowledge in the furniture finishing industry. Luke's exceptional finishing skills soon enabled him to work on numerous exciting projects both nationally and internationally.

In 2021, Anthea Renshaw joined the team as Executive Decorative Artist. With a background in decorative arts and gilding, Anthea brings a complementary skill set and an aesthetic that expands the company's range.

Elizabeth Black has been the backbone of the company since its foundation, providing administrative support and ensuring the smooth running of all operations. She handles estimates, contracts, production updates, and invoices, maintaining personal communication with our clients throughout the process.

Our Philosophy

At Luke Black Ltd, we believe that creating a new surface design is a delicate, organic, and very personal process. So much energy and personality is channelled into each and every piece we create. We strive to provide personal communication from the start, imaginative and creative solutions to briefs, and high-quality finishes that push the industry in new directions.

Whether you're looking for a unique handcrafted artwork or a bespoke finish for your furniture or walls, we are dedicated to bringing your vision to life. Our team is passionate about our art and committed to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations.