The History of The Refinishing Touch
It all started back in the 70's when Mario Insenga, the Principal of The Refinishing Touch (TRT) was just finishing his undergrad at Arizona State University. Mentor and Friend, the late Mr. Paul Franklin, suggested that he should peruse a career in the furniture restoration business.
Mario grew up as a 3rd generation musical instrument restoration expert, which gave him the talent and drive to succeed in the furniture restoration industry. At Mr. Franklin's proposition, Mario took on the task of restoring 40 hotels nationwide. The soft business that started in the 80's out of a Dodge station wagon blossomed into something a lot more complex.
Through relocating to the east coast, some trial and error, and some good contacts, The Refinishing Touch began to take on its name as a company. In the early 90's, TRT had a strong presence in the hospitality and university industries. From Five Star Hotels to State Universities, TRT was on the map and out of the station wagon.
In the 90's, Mario's vision moved towards government housing, while simultaneously functioning in university and hospitality industries. In 1998 TRT was awarded its first Federal Government schedule. During the Clinton - Bush transition, TRT had the honor of refinishing and restoring furniture in the Executive Office of the President of the United States.
What started as a college student finding his way in life has grown into a prosperous business venture. The Refinishing Touch influences social change while promoting industry and the environment.
To learn more about The Refinishing Touch visit our About Page
Mario grew up as a 3rd generation musical instrument restoration expert, which gave him the talent and drive to succeed in the furniture restoration industry. At Mr. Franklin's proposition, Mario took on the task of restoring 40 hotels nationwide. The soft business that started in the 80's out of a Dodge station wagon blossomed into something a lot more complex.
Through relocating to the east coast, some trial and error, and some good contacts, The Refinishing Touch began to take on its name as a company. In the early 90's, TRT had a strong presence in the hospitality and university industries. From Five Star Hotels to State Universities, TRT was on the map and out of the station wagon.
In the 90's, Mario's vision moved towards government housing, while simultaneously functioning in university and hospitality industries. In 1998 TRT was awarded its first Federal Government schedule. During the Clinton - Bush transition, TRT had the honor of refinishing and restoring furniture in the Executive Office of the President of the United States.
What started as a college student finding his way in life has grown into a prosperous business venture. The Refinishing Touch influences social change while promoting industry and the environment.
To learn more about The Refinishing Touch visit our About Page
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