Painting the towering letters of the world-famous Hollywood Sign is no easy task. In this article, we take an in-depth look at the measures a California painting company took to deliver a beautiful, long-lasting finish while ensuring that the job site was as safe as possible for its workers.
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Tinseltown Makeover: Hollywood Sign Gets a New Coat of Emerald® Rain Refresh™ for its 100th Anniversary
The world-famous Hollywood Sign celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2023, and it looks better than ever thanks to a fresh coat of Sherwin-Williams paint.
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Hit the Repeat Button: 5 Surefire Ways to Keep Customers Coming Back
Repeat business is where it’s at.
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Secrets of a Color Counselor
Helping homeowners choose paint colors is good for business, says California contractor Don Easton. Continue reading Secrets of a Color Counselor
Contractor Q&A: Chris Gardner on the Costs and Rewards of Being an Entrepreneur
Chris Gardner started working in the painting industry in 2009. He is the owner of PaintRite Pros based in Elk Grove, a city of 168,000 just south of Sacramento, California. According to census records, it was the fastest-growing city in the U.S. between July 1, 2004, and July 1, 2005. Continue reading Contractor Q&A: Chris Gardner on the Costs and Rewards of Being an Entrepreneur
Contractor Q&A: Dave Theobald on How to Compete from Multiple Locations
Dave Theobald spent 17 years as a general contractor before joining his father-in-law’s company, Turman Commercial Painters. Founded in 1972, the company has grown under Theobald’s leadership into a nationwide firm that has completed more than 10,000 locations across the U.S. Continue reading Contractor Q&A: Dave Theobald on How to Compete from Multiple Locations
Contractor Q&A with Dan Ross: Know Your Goals, Focus on Quality and Enjoy Your Work
Born in Atlanta, Dan Ross grew up in San Diego and graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He is the owner of Ross Painting in San Rafael, California. He believes exceptional materials and execution are critical to an outstanding result. Continue reading Contractor Q&A with Dan Ross: Know Your Goals, Focus on Quality and Enjoy Your Work
From Blah to Bold: A Corporate HQ Painted to Look Like a Classic Mustang
The repaint of a classic California car company’s corporate headquarters shows how professional painting contractors can leverage bold concrete color choices to help their customers create better branding. Continue reading From Blah to Bold: A Corporate HQ Painted to Look Like a Classic Mustang