Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Commercial & Industrial Painting Services in Chicago
Since 1965, Nedrow Decorating has established itself as a trusted leader in commercial and industrial painting services. Founded by Larry Nedrow, a respected figure in the painting industry and co-founder of the Northern Illinois Painting and Drywall Institute Organization, our company has maintained a legacy of excellence through three generations of leadership. Randy Gibson, with over 25 years of industry experience, assumed the presidency in 1992, continuing our commitment to quality and innovation. Nick Bostic, Randy's son-in-law, has carried this tradition forward since 2019, ensuring our clients receive the same exceptional standards. Our team of skilled, insured union workers specializes in minimizing business disruptions while delivering durable, code-compliant solutions for diverse facilities including schools, healthcare centers, and government buildings.We prioritize safety, professionalism, and the use of eco-friendly, LEED-compliant materials, including anti-graffiti coatings tailored to our clients' needs. Our expertise in scaffolding, sandblasting, and specialized finishes like faux and glazing techniques demonstrates our comprehensive capabilities. With flexible scheduling and rapid response to urgent situations, we have built lasting partnerships with clients across the Chicagoland area. Our reputation for meeting demanding timelines, particularly during school breaks, underscores our understanding of operational constraints. As a family-owned business with deep industry roots, we remain dedicated to advancing our founder's vision of excellence in every project we undertake.
Services
Interior Painting
Exterior Painting
Wallcoverings
Sandblasting
Anti-Graffiti Coatings
Faux Finishes
Glazing and Graining
Textures
High Pressure Cleaning
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We offer 59 years of specialized expertise in commercial and industrial painting.
- Our team meets demanding schedules during school breaks with minimal disruption.
- We provide flexible hours to accommodate business operations.
- We offer anti-graffiti coating solutions for property protection.
- We use low/zero VOC and LEED-compliant materials for sustainable results.
What people say
Excellent job
Great help
Remarkable attention to detail
Highly valued vendors
Professionalism and expertise
Services
Interior Painting
Our interior painting service focuses on minimizing business disruptions through strategic planning and execution. Skilled professionals analyze each environment to create tailored workflows that maintain client operations. We use low-VOC paints and specialized techniques for durable finishes in offices, schools, and healthcare facilities.
Exterior Painting
Exterior projects utilize scaffolding, lift work, and swing stage access methods for safe, efficient execution. Our team applies weather-resistant coatings to commercial buildings and industrial structures while maintaining strict safety protocols. This service includes surface preparation and long-lasting finishes for enhanced property value.
Sandblasting
Portable sandblast units remove failed coatings and create optimal surface profiles for new applications. This method effectively prepares metal, concrete, and masonry surfaces for industrial and commercial settings. Our technicians ensure thorough cleaning while protecting surrounding areas from collateral damage.
Anti-Graffiti Coatings
Custom anti-graffiti solutions protect public and commercial spaces from vandalism while maintaining aesthetic integrity. We apply removable barrier coatings that allow easy graffiti removal without damaging underlying surfaces. This service extends maintenance cycles and preserves building appearances in high-traffic areas.
High Pressure Cleaning
Hot water pressure cleaning systems remove stubborn contaminants from commercial exteriors and industrial equipment. This preparation method creates optimal surface conditions for painting projects while eliminating mold, dirt buildup, and previous coating failures across various material types.
People
Larry Nedrow
Founder
Established Nedrow Decorating in 1965 and co-founded Northern Illinois Painting and Drywall Institute Organization. Recognized industry leader who built foundational standards for commercial painting excellence in the region.
Randy Gibson
President
Led company operations since 1992 with 25+ years painting experience. Maintained safety standards and union workforce quality while expanding service capabilities to include specialized industrial applications and eco-friendly material solutions.
Nick Bostic
Current Owner
Continues family legacy since 2019 by upholding Nedrow's tradition of exceptional work. Focuses on modernizing techniques while maintaining core values of reliability, professionalism, and client-centric service delivery.
Questions
What types of facilities do you specialize in painting?
We work on schools, libraries, churches, banks, hospitals, dental practices, retirement facilities, veterinary clinics, offices, universities, and government buildings.
Do you offer eco-friendly painting solutions?
Yes, we use low/zero VOC paints and LEED-compliant materials for environmentally responsible commercial and industrial applications.
Can you work during school breaks?
We specialize in completing educational facility projects during scheduled breaks to minimize disruption to school operations.
Do you provide emergency painting services?
Yes, we offer rapid response for urgent situations including graffiti removal and facility maintenance emergencies.
Are your workers trained in specialized painting techniques?
Our team handles scaffolding, swing stage access, sandblasting, and decorative finishes like faux and glazing techniques.
