Our annual roundup of the latest innovations in painting equipment and supplies
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Brushes
Purdy® Spirex™ brush
Purdy® Spirex™ offers the next level of performance featuring a patent-pending formula powered by spiral filament technology. The medium stiff Spirex™ filament blend delivers a superior smooth finish with 50 percent more coverage compared to Purdy® XL® when used with premium paints. Designed for cutting in straight lines with precision, Spirex™ brushes are compatible with all paints and stains and provides advanced cleanability, making it ideal for every project and helping you work fast and more efficiently.
Sherwin-Williams® 100% Polyester Angle Sash Brush
Sherwin-Williams 100% polyester brushes are great for cut-in, release and value. They provide excellent paint pickup and release, making them highly productive so you can get jobs done faster. Plus, this brush is designed to help you create a wonderfully smooth finish on both interior and exterior jobs, no matter what type of paint you’re working with.
Spray equipment
Titan Impact X 120 18V Battery Powered Sprayer
Step up to industry-exclusive portability, flexibility, and comfort with the Titan Impact X 120. This 18V Battery Powered Sprayer is optimized for low-pressure airless use and features three operational configurations so you’re ready to go no matter what the job calls for. The powerful AMPShare™ by Bosch® 4Ah battery delivers up to 1,400 square feet of coverage per charge on a single battery system that works across multiple Titan sprayers.
Graco® Ultimate Airless Maintenance Kit
Help save on replacement costs with this kit that bundles the key components you’ll need down the road. The Graco Ultimate Airless Maintenance Kit includes all the essential, high‑demand replacement parts for small to mid‑size electric sprayers. No need to wait for a repair shop: maintain your sprayer right on the job and maximize uptime. Part of the Spray Advantage Program, the Graco Ultimate Airless Maintenance Kit is compatible with electric airless sprayer models 390-650.
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Surface prep
ScotchBlue™ Original Painter’s Tape
The tape that painters have loved for more than 30 years is now available in six-packs. Whether you’re protecting wood trim, painted walls, tile floor or glass windows, this versatile medium level, multi-surface tape can stay on surfaces for up to 14 days and removes easily without leaving any sticky residue behind. UV and sunlight resistant, this solvent-free adhesive is made from 45 percent renewable resources. The tape is made in a zero-landfill site certified for energy management (ISO 50001 certified), and the core is made with 70 percent post-consumer waste.
Caulks and sealants
Newborn Caulk Guns
When it comes to professional caulking guns, durability and reliability matter. Whether you’re sealing windows, installing doors or applying industrial-grade adhesives, the internal components of your tool play a major role in how well it performs over time. That’s where Newborn’s DuraCore® technology comes in. DuraCore is engineered for the tradesman who demands long-lasting performance, smooth operation and consistent results, job after job. DuraCore® refers to Newborn’s precision investment cast friction plate, a critical internal component responsible for engaging the rod and controlling material flow inside the caulking gun. DuraCore® technology is found in select Newborn cartridge, sausage and bulk guns, such as the Newborn Model 250 Cartridge Caulking Gun and the Newborn 620AL Sausage & Bulk Caulking Gun.
Color tools
SherMatch+™
Keep your job moving with SherMatch+, the innovative new color matching tool from Sherwin-Williams. Instantly match colors to the closest Sherwin-Williams color from any source including walls, textiles, carpet, tile, apparel and more. SherMatch+ identifies sheen and coordinating colors to help create a balanced palette. Organize and save your selections into project folders, then effortlessly share via text or email. SherMatch+ can eliminate the need to bring physical samples into a nearby Sherwin-Williams store. For just $9.99/month, upgrade your experience with the SherMatch+ subscription plan that custom color matches using all-new innovative technology. (A subscription is not required to use certain features of SherMatch+ (“free version”).
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