In a word: Yes. As a pro painter, you know that coatings aren’t one-size-fits-all. Continue reading Do You Really Need High Performance Coatings?
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Philadelphia Community Center Beneficiary of 2016 Blitz Build Project
Every spring, thousands of architects and designers converge in a different city at the annual American Institute of Architects (AIA) Convention. And, every year since 2011, a 501c3 not-for-profit corporation called AEC Cares brings manufacturers, sponsors and volunteers together to donate time and materials to a “blitz build” project that helps the host community.
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Talk of the Town: Illinois Restoration Project Inspires the Community
Running from New York’s Times Square to Lincoln Park in San Francisco, the Lincoln Highway is the nation’s first trans-continental highway.
Near the middle of its 3,000-plus miles is the National Headquarters of the Lincoln Highway Association in Franklin Grove, Illinois. The village of 1,000 people is also home to one of the highway’s oldest – and newest – attractions: The Lincoln Way Inn.
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Top 12 New Tools for Pro Painters for 2016
Here’s a look at the latest advances in application equipment and other tools to help make your jobs easier and crews more productive in 2016. Continue reading Top 12 New Tools for Pro Painters for 2016
7 Ways to Communicate “I’m a Professional” …Without Bragging and Turning Off Customers
By Terry Begue
“Mr. and Mrs. Smith, did you see the great job we did up the street? It came out great because we’re great!” Continue reading 7 Ways to Communicate “I’m a Professional” …Without Bragging and Turning Off Customers
Contractor Q&A: Sher Payne
PPC sat down with Sher Payne, owner of Perfeck Painting by Sher in Midway, Texas, to learn the secrets of her company’s success. Continue reading Contractor Q&A: Sher Payne
New Glory: Painting the World’s Largest American Flag Mural
Question: What’s 555 feet long, 229 feet wide and is red, white and blue all over? Continue reading New Glory: Painting the World’s Largest American Flag Mural
Advanced Technology for Color Accuracy
Correct colors are important to you and your customers. As a professional painting contractor, you need to feel confident that every gallon you apply throughout the job is consistent, and that touch-ups will match perfectly. Continue reading Advanced Technology for Color Accuracy
Rejuvenate™: The New Siding Saver
Now you can restore the look of severely weathered siding with an innovative, high-build paint and primer in one called Rejuvenate™ Siding Restoration Coating. Continue reading Rejuvenate™: The New Siding Saver
Now: Paint Doors and Trim Faster
Time is money for professional painting contractors. SnapDry™ Semi-Gloss Interior Exterior Door and Trim Paint is a new product that will help you turn jobs faster. Continue reading Now: Paint Doors and Trim Faster
4 Steps to Help You Take Control with Customer Complaints
By Joe Curcillo
Dealing with an unhappy customer? The best way to take control is to take the high ground. Continue reading 4 Steps to Help You Take Control with Customer Complaints
How to Eliminate Smoking Odors
Answers to pro painters’ most pressing questions by Rick Watson
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What’s the Best Way to Prep Peeling Kitchen Cabinets?
Answers to pro painters’ most pressing questions by Rick Watson
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Best Practices: Painting Previously Stained Cabinets
Answers to pro painters’ most pressing questions by Rick Watson
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Best Sales Practices: Finding Common Ground
Every professional painting contractor has his or her own methods for winning the job and closing the sale. For Terry Begue, owner of Begue Painting of Hartville, Ohio, finding common ground with prospective customers is key. Continue reading Best Sales Practices: Finding Common Ground
5 Situations Where It Pays to Use Premium Products
When is the right time and place to suggest a coatings upgrade? Here are some suggestions. Continue reading 5 Situations Where It Pays to Use Premium Products
Contractor Q&A: Javier & Oscar Sánchez
PPC sat down with Javier and Oscar Sánchez, owners of SB Painting & Wallcovering in West Palm Beach, Florida, to share the secrets of their company’s success.
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