In this article, we take our annual look at all the best new equipment and supplies available for pro painters. This year, that includes slip-resistant drop cloths, cutting-edge lift-assist ladder technology, higher-quality production tape, new and improved color matching tools and much more. Continue reading Top New Tools for Pro Painters in 2022
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Summer 2022 Editor’s Picks: Some of Our Favorite Tools to Help Increase Productivity
As part of our ongoing mission to help painting professionals maximize their jobsite productivity, each issue of PPC features a roundup of some of our favorite application tools and essential job site equipment and supplies. Here are our Summer 2022 issue picks:
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Surface Prep: The Do-It-All Sanding System
Looking for a “do-it-all” dust-free sanding system? Check out the new Festool RO 90 DX Rotex Sander Starter Kit.
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Expert Advice For Painting Contractors Faced With Fixing DIY Taping Mistakes
Good intentions don’t always yield the best results. And homeowners may not have the know-how or skills required to tackle some of the most basic prepping and painting tasks. When all else fails and a DIY project goes wrong, painting pros are called in to save the day. In this article, we’ve outlined three common DIY mistakes painting professionals encounter with solutions for how to fix them.
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14-inch Roller System Hits the Productivity Sweet Spot
Innovative Purdy® product helps painters get more done
The Purdy 14-inch Roller System, now complete with 14-inch roller covers in all your favorite fabric constructions, is maneuverable, durable, lightweight, and is configured in size and shape to maximize painter productivity and minimize overall painter fatigue. Continue reading 14-inch Roller System Hits the Productivity Sweet Spot
Coating Concrete: 3 Steps to Success
There are special considerations for coating concrete and masonry surfaces. This article goes over the basics and provides videos and links to learn more.
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Spring 2022 Editor’s Picks: Some of Our Favorite Tools to Help Increase Productivity
As part of our ongoing mission to help painting professionals maximize their jobsite productivity, each issue of PPC features a roundup of some of our favorite application tools and essential job site equipment and supplies. Here are our Spring 2022 issue picks:
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Surface Prep: A New Masking Option for Production Painters
When it comes to production painting, you need a tape that sticks until the job’s done.
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True Colors: Get More Color Options Than Ever with Minwax® Wood Finishes
Advances in wood finish technology offer endless color possibilities. In the article, we’ll talk about choosing the right stain color, how to get dark, rich color, and more stain color tips.
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SuperDeck® Puts Technology to Work
Product lineup delivers real benefits you and your customers will notice
The SuperDeck® product collection offers a complete care system for exterior decks, whether they’re new or old. Contractors love the easy cleanup and application features of SuperDeck products, while customers will enjoy long-lasting performance and protection, not to mention a beautiful finish.
Alex Sinclair, Director of Product Information at Sherwin-Williams, knows the superior benefits of the SuperDeck product line are no accident. Development teams at Sherwin-Williams are constantly engineering product formulations to deliver maximum benefits. Below, Sinclair discusses features and benefits of three key SuperDeck product groups. Continue reading SuperDeck® Puts Technology to Work
Winter 2021 Editor’s Picks: Tools to Help Increase Your Jobsite Productivity
As part of our ongoing mission to help painting professionals maximize their jobsite productivity, each issue of PPC features a roundup of some of our favorite application tools and essential job site equipment and supplies. Here are our Winter 2021 issue picks: Continue reading Winter 2021 Editor’s Picks: Tools to Help Increase Your Jobsite Productivity
Increase Productivity and Profits with New Sprayer Technology
Running a profitable painting business takes a significant investment in time, effort and patience. As a business owner, it’s important to make strategic decisions to maximize profit and keep the business growing. This is especially true with equipment that is relied on every day. Continue reading Increase Productivity and Profits with New Sprayer Technology
Holiday Gift Ideas: Give the Bag That Keeps on Giving
Are you looking for a perfect holiday gift for the hard-working members of your painting crew? The Sherwin-Williams® Painter’s Tool Bag is a perfect solution for busy paint pros. Continue reading Holiday Gift Ideas: Give the Bag That Keeps on Giving
Coating Concrete
Condition analysis is key to ensuring a successful coatings project.
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