The loan application deadline for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) that was created to help small businesses survive the economic downturn due to COVID-19 has been extended until August 8, 2020. The extension was signed into law over the July 4th weekend. Continue reading PPP Loan Window Extended to August 8
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Game Changers: New Airless Handhelds Bring Maximum Efficiency to the Job Site
Airless spray application is a result of atomizing the paint stream under high pressure, but without the use of supplemental compressed air. Paint flows from a spray tip at high speed and separates into a spray pattern. While airless paint spraying is an innovation introduced more than a century ago, the technology continues to evolve today as contractors seek tools and methods to maximize their jobsite efficiency. Continue reading Game Changers: New Airless Handhelds Bring Maximum Efficiency to the Job Site
3 Smart Ways to Keep Your Company Strong through a Down Economy
The COVID-19 emergency is presenting numerous challenges for painting contracting companies. In this article, we explore ways you can mitigate your risk and build for the future during these challenging economic times. Continue reading 3 Smart Ways to Keep Your Company Strong through a Down Economy
A Four-Point Plan to Wow Your Customers and Pull Your Company through the COVID Crisis
What steps are you taking to protect your business during the COVID-19 emergency? In this article, pro painter and author Terry Begue offers a framework to help you stay engaged and take care of your customers through this restricted time, so that you can emerge on the other side of this crisis with a business that’s ready to take care of you. Continue reading A Four-Point Plan to Wow Your Customers and Pull Your Company through the COVID Crisis
Solution Selling vs. Insight Selling: What’s Right for Your Painting Business?
As a contractor, an effective sales approach is as important in your arsenal of tools as a paint brush. Too often, however, contractors think of it as a pitch, and not much more. The fact of the matter is that identifying and employing the best sales approach can result in higher profitability and improved customer satisfaction. Continue reading Solution Selling vs. Insight Selling: What’s Right for Your Painting Business?
5 Easy Ways for Contractors to Improve their Bottom Line
Too often, business owners focus on their top line as the most important measure of their success. However, maintaining a healthy bottom line is essential to your prosperity. Here are five easy ways painting contractors can save money, cut costs and improve profitability. Continue reading 5 Easy Ways for Contractors to Improve their Bottom Line
3M
Every paint job is unique, but they all start the same way: with the right preparation. Prepping with a painter’s tape from Scotch® Brand means you have a family of tapes specifically designed for your surfaces. Continue reading 3M
FrogTape®
FrogTape® Pro Grade Painter’s Tape: FrogTape Performance Priced for The Pro Continue reading FrogTape®
Krylon
Pros know Krylon® can do it. No matter what they need, from the bonding power of Krylon Fusion-All-In-One™ to the brilliant color selection of Krylon COLORmaxx™ and more, pros trust Krylon for superior performance job after job. Continue reading Krylon
MINWAX
Because pros want products that perform.
Minwax® Performance Series – Finishing interior wood doors, trim and floors is a big job, so professionals count on professional-grade products, like this stain system from Minwax, America’s #1 Selling Interior Stain Brand. Available exclusively at Sherwin-Williams, where the pros shop. Continue reading MINWAX
Poly-America
The Sherwin-Williams Plastic Sheeting, Contractor Bags, and Husky Drop Cloths are ideal for new construction and remodel projects. These products help safeguard against accidental spills and drips when painting and also allow for quick and easy clean-up after projects are complete. Continue reading Poly-America
Sherwin-Williams Caulk
Sherwin-Williams® 1050QD Quick Dry Siliconized Acrylic Latex Caulk’s heavy-bodied formula goes on easy and dries in 20 minutes! Continue reading Sherwin-Williams Caulk
Titan
Introducing the newest member of the Titan Impact series – the Impact™ 410 electric airless paint sprayer. Specifically designed for small- to medium-sized professional paint contractors, property maintenance managers and general contractors, the Impact 410 is a durable, compact and portable contractor-grade sprayer. Continue reading Titan
Trimaco
Introducing the Trimaco Insta-Pocket®. No more unzipping your coverall or cutting slits in them to get to your phone in your pocket. This clear plastic coverall pocket easily adheres to the outside of any coverall. The plastic is clear, and your touch screen works without removing your phone. Continue reading Trimaco
Xtend+Climb® – Innovative Climbing Solutions!
Xtend+Climb® is the worldwide leader in climbing innovation and largest manufacturer of telescoping ladders. For more than 18 years we have consistently delivered the safest, easiest-to-use solutions for professional and residential DIY customers alike. Continue reading Xtend+Climb® – Innovative Climbing Solutions!
5 Ways to Run a Better Painting Business in 2020
Want to make 2020 a banner year for you and your painting business? Here are five ways to help ensure your company meets and exceeds the goals you’ve set for it. Continue reading 5 Ways to Run a Better Painting Business in 2020
Looking Up: Engage Your Customers in Ceiling Painting Plans
Ceilings are often the less-thought-about component of any paint job, but helping your customer think about not only their four walls but their fifth can yield benefits for both you and your customer, according to a Sherwin-Williams interior design specialist. Continue reading Looking Up: Engage Your Customers in Ceiling Painting Plans