We recently connected with Raelin McCune and have shared our conversation below.

Alright, Raelin thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Can you talk to us about how you learned to do what you do?

My journey into furniture artistry began with nothing more than curiosity and a willingness to learn. I immersed myself in YouTube videos of furniture painters, absorbing techniques and styles. From there, I experimented, allowing my creativity to flow freely. What started as simple painted furniture soon transformed into something much more—pieces of true artistic expression that just happened to be on furniture.

The same passion led my husband and me into the world of epoxy resin floors, furniture, and countertops. Again, we turned to YouTube, using our home as both our classroom and our canvas. Through countless DIY projects, we mastered the artistic and technical aspects of epoxy resin, but we quickly realized there was a missing piece—construction knowledge. While we had perfected the resin techniques, understanding the structural preparation and installation process was a challenge. To bridge that gap, we took a class with the distributor that now represents us, and we are proud to serve on that brand’s board of directors. That training refined our skills and transformed our work from high-end DIY to true professional craftsmanship.

One of our biggest obstacles was not just the learning curve of construction but also the challenge of marketing our services. We had an incredible product, but we lacked the resources and strategy to effectively showcase our unique, creative work to the public. Startup funding for essential tools, a reliable work vehicle, and a solid marketing plan—especially for social media—were major hurdles in our early journey.

Looking back, if I could do it all over again, I would start with professional training in furniture painting and epoxy resin before diving into DIY. I would also invest early in the necessary business essentials—owning, rather than renting, critical tools and ensuring we had the right infrastructure in place. Most importantly, I would prioritize marketing from day one, hiring a social media strategist to consistently and professionally present our work to the world.

This journey has been one of passion, persistence, and growth. Every challenge we faced shaped us into the artists and entrepreneurs we are today, and we wouldn’t trade the lessons learned for anything.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

My name is Raelin, and I am a retired Air Force Technical Sergeant with over 20 years of experience serving within the federal government as a Training Program Manager and Instructional Designer. My journey into the world of artistry began as a deeply personal one—I was searching for an alternative form of therapy to help me cope with the PTSD I developed while serving in the line of duty.

What started as a creative escape—transforming antique furniture into art—soon became something much greater. As my skills grew, my husband saw how much this craft was helping me heal. Without hesitation, he took time off from his career as a Diesel Technician and CDL Truck Driver to join me on this journey. Together, we built Glamtiques Luxe Epoxy, a business rooted in passion, creativity, and resilience.

What truly sets us apart is that we are a husband-and-wife team, and I am one of the few women in the epoxy resin flooring industry. I often tell people—we aren’t just in construction; we are artists who happen to work with construction materials. Our mission is to turn everyday spaces into breathtaking works of art. We don’t just install epoxy resin flooring and countertops—we create immersive environments where people can literally live inside their own artwork. We even design custom furniture to complement our installations, ensuring that each space is cohesive, luxurious, and uniquely personal.

But beyond the artistry, this work is deeply meaningful to me. Every piece I create comes from my heart, guided by something greater than myself. I never start with a set plan—I simply let the process flow, and the final masterpiece reveals itself in the end. That’s how I know this craft is truly God-sent.

Glamtiques Luxe Epoxy isn’t just a business—it’s a testament to healing, passion, and the power of transformation.

Any insights you can share with us about how you built up your social media presence?

The vision of Glamtiques Luxe Epoxy existed before our talent and skill level ever did. From the very beginning, we presented ourselves to the world as a luxury brand—one built on glamour, artistry, and the ability to turn ordinary spaces into living masterpieces. And over time, we didn’t just grow into that image—we caught up to it.

As a husband-and-wife team in a male-dominated industry, we knew we had to be more than just another epoxy flooring business. The industry was already saturated with contractors who could install floors, but what set us apart was the story we told and the image we created. We weren’t just offering a service—we were inviting people into a vision of luxury, a world where epoxy could be more than just flooring; it could be art.

I always imagined us standing on a river of shimmering floors, dressed in a tuxedo and an evening gown—surrounded by sparkle, glitter, and undeniable GLAM. That image wasn’t just for show; it was a statement. It embodied everything we stood for: elegance, craftsmanship, and the belief that our work is more than just construction—it’s an experience.

1. Through social media, we didn’t just showcase our work—we shared our journey. We let people into our world, allowing them to connect with us before they even saw our floors. And that’s why they chose us. Because they didn’t just want epoxy—they wanted Glamtiques Luxe Epoxy. They wanted the artistry, the passion, and the story behind every piece we create.

Learning and unlearning are both critical parts of growth – can you share a story of a time when you had to unlearn a lesson?

One of the hardest lessons I had to unlearn was how to share my passion with the man I love.

When I first started creating furniture pieces, they were deeply personal. They weren’t just art—they were my healing, my way of transferring the pain from my PTSD into something tangible, something beautiful. My creative process was mine alone, something I never had to explain or share with anyone. It was my sanctuary.

But when my husband and I started working together, I had to open that door and let him into a space that had always been private. I had to learn to trust him not just as my partner in life, but as my partner in creativity. It wasn’t easy. Art had always been the place where I processed my emotions alone, and suddenly, I had to collaborate, communicate, and compromise in a way I never had before.

But in the end, it became one of the most valuable lessons of my life. Learning to create together didn’t just make our work better—it brought us closer. We didn’t just build a business, we built a deeper understanding of each other. Now, every piece we create isn’t just a reflection of my journey—it’s a reflection of our journey, our love, and the power of healing through art.

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