Our Chooz Score evaluates 44 factors across reviews, digital presence, and business credentials. Here's what stands out for Interior Finishing NYC
When Ritu Kalra needed a quarter-inch layer of clay removed from several walls and a ceiling before any new finish could be applied, multiple painters told her the job could not be done. Dorian Golemi accepted the project, coordinated directly with her building superintendent and management company while she was out of town, discovered ceiling leaks mid-project and arranged their repair, and delivered results she described as "extraordinary."
Owner Dorian Golemi founded Interior Finishing NYC in 2003 after arriving in New York from Albania, where he studied at the University of Fine Arts in Tirana. The company specializes in decorative finishes most painting contractors avoid, including limewash, Roman clay, Venetian plaster, marmorino, and metallic finishes, alongside traditional interior painting, wallpaper installation, and kitchen and bath renovation. Team members Jose, Amir, Marvin, and Joe work consistent projects alongside Dorian.
The fully insured company carries workers' compensation and general liability coverage and offers a three-year workmanship warranty on all projects. Interior Finishing NYC serves Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, and Connecticut.
When Ritu Kalra needed a thick clay coating removed from walls and a ceiling before new finishes could be applied, multiple other painters refused the work. Dorian accepted the project, discovered ceiling leaks mid-job, and coordinated repairs with building management while Ritu was traveling. She described his "communication, honesty and overall integrity" as surpassing any expectations she held. Reviews show this willingness to accept complicated, unusual work as a defining characteristic of Interior Finishing NYC.
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Richard Bellomo describes Dorian as a "master Roman clay applicator" whose accent wall came out "just like the photos" shared as inspiration. Mauricio Winter confirms the "lime wash painting came out just perfect" after Dorian adjusted the formula until the color matched expectations exactly. This decorative finish specialization spans Roman clay, Venetian plaster, marmorino, and metallic finishes — techniques most NYC painting contractors do not offer or attempt.
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B Rauch describes the team as "on time, no hidden costs, did everything they said they would and finished ahead of schedule." Melissa Chatoorang found Dorian "incredibly fast in replying" and her limewash project completed within a single day. Albert Appel confirms Dorian and Jose were "extremely pleasant, punctual and diligent" throughout. This scheduling consistency appears across projects ranging from single-room refreshes to multi-week commercial work.
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Mihir Kedia reports "all the smaller surfaces were very precisely done" and that Dorian worked around a defect in wallpaper Mihir had purchased without making it an issue. Jeremy Couts had water-damaged walls requiring preparation before installation, a complication Dorian handled without disruption. Multiple reviewers highlight seamless, invisible results as evidence of the technical precision involved. The company also operates a dedicated wallpaper site at wallpaperhangersnyc.com, separate from the main painting business.
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Mauricio Winter confirms Dorian "was able to adjust the color to exactly what we wanted" for a limewash application. Jon B. describes Dorian helping find "the perfect mix of paint colors" while coordinating other renovation materials simultaneously. Frishta Yaqubie's project spanned a nursery, powder room, and home office, requiring cohesive color decisions across three distinct spaces. This hands-on consultation appears to be standard practice rather than an optional upgrade.
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The single critical review in two years questioned whether the square-foot rate for limewash was justified. Dorian responded without defensiveness, explaining the specialized skill and premium materials limewash application requires. B Rauch's separate project found "no hidden costs" and a crew that did "everything they said they would." The measured, factual response to the pricing concern is consistent with how Dorian handles all engagement throughout the review record.
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Melissa Chatoorang found Dorian "incredibly fast in replying, efficient with coming over to give me a quote" after finding the company through a Google search. Madeleine Wong describes the team as "quick and responsive" who accommodated last-minute requests during her bedroom painting project. Sarah Horn notes Dorian was "very quick to reply to anything I needed" throughout her office painting work. Communication speed from initial inquiry through project completion appears consistently across reviews.
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Sarah Horn confirms the team "painted our office to exactly what we needed" with strong results throughout her commercial space. The company's client list includes offices, hotels, lobbies, retail spaces, and medical facilities alongside residential apartments and homes. Reviews show the same responsiveness and quality whether the project involves a Manhattan apartment nursery, a pre-war residential building, or an active commercial workspace requiring scheduling around business operations.
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Interior Finishing NYC Inc is registered as an active Domestic Business Corporation with the New York State Division of Corporations, DOS ID 5195933, incorporated 09/01/2017, filed under Queens county at 5840 255 Street 1st FL, Little Neck, NY 11362. New York State does not require a state-level painting contractor license. The company claims an active NYC Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) license. Verify entity at https://apps.dos.ny.gov/publicInquiry/EntityDisplay and HIC license at https://a816-etlweb.nyc.gov/ContractorSuite/.
-Verification Sources: NY State Division of Corporations — https://apps.dos.ny.gov/publicInquiry/EntityDisplay; NYC DCWP HIC License Lookup — https://a816-etlweb.nyc.gov/ContractorSuite/