Paint & Decorating Retailer

15/11/2024

PPG announced multiple leadership appointments as the company continues to focus on driving and delivering on its growth strategy.

PPG announced multiple leadership appointments as the company continues to focus on driving and delivering on its growth strategy. Tom Maziarz, current PPG vice president of automotive refinish Americas, will become vice president of traffic solutions, effective Dec. 1. Maziarz will replace Ed Baide...

11/11/2024

Looking for new products to add to your shelves? Look no further! Check out October's New Product and find something new to bring to your store.⁠

Cleaning Cloth The PowerSCRUB from Crocodile Cloth is an oversized, multipurpose cleaning cloth available in 40- and 80-count packs. The wipes are 15 inches by 10 inches, made of a highly-absorbent, non-woven material and can stay wet for over one hour. Each wipe is infused with aloe and

08/11/2024

True Value bankruptcy and sale updates:

📍Today is the bid deadline and sale objection deadline

📍True Value creditors have filed reclamation notices totaling over $5.8 million

📍Court documents show that in the 12 months prior to the bankruptcy filing, True Value paid ACON Equity Management $1,145,099, plus dividend payments of $329,066

📍True Value execs also received millions of dollars in bonuses in the 12 months leading up to the bankruptcy filing

Learn more: https://hardwareretailing.com/vendors-seek-return-of-goods-or-payment-from-true-value-courts-list-exec-bonuses-and-payouts/

08/11/2024

Early registration is now open for Coverings 2025, the largest showcase of ceramic tile and natural stone. Complimentary registration is available through the end of 2024.

A standard registration fee will be added beginning Jan. 1, 2025.

Learn more: https://pdrmag.com/event-registration-and-award-submissions-for-coverings-2025-now-open/

07/11/2024

PPG announced its unique automated paint mixing system, the PPG MOONWALK®, is now sold in stores in all 50 U.S. states. Body shops in Lincoln, Nebraska, and Casper, Wyoming, are the last remaining states to add MoonWalk to their shops this month.

Today, PPG announced its unique automated paint mixing system, the PPG MOONWALK®, is now sold in stores in all 50 U.S. states. Body shops in Lincoln, Nebraska, and Casper, Wyoming, are the last remaining states to add MoonWalk to their shops this month. First introduced in

06/11/2024

Ensuring a safe workplace is critical to your reputation as a small business operator, an employer and a member of your community. Meet a retailer who worked through an OSHA violation and is sharing his story so you can learn from his missteps.

Read our November cover story: https://pdrmag.com/safety-first-osha-violation-leads-ohio-retailer-to-develop-comprehensive-safety-program/

05/11/2024

According to projections from Deloitte, e-commerce holiday shopping will see an uptick this year. See how to cater to this digital crowd.

Learn more: https://pdrmag.com/catering-to-the-e-commerce-crowd-this-holiday-season/

05/11/2024

From high performance industrial paint to marine coatings, curating your specialty paints and coatings department for commercial audiences could earn you some large accounts and boost your bottom line in this category.

From high performance industrial paint to marine coatings, curating your specialty paints and coatings department for commercial audiences could earn you some large accounts and boost your bottom line in this category. At The Paint Shop, which has 37 locations around Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and N...

01/11/2024

In the November issue of Paint & Decorating Retailer, an Ohio retailer opens up about the surprise OSHA inspection that led to a renewed focus on safety and creating a culture where safety is everyone's job. Plus, meet a retailer who came up with a creative way to engage with the community and learn best practices for curating your specialty paints and coatings department.

Read the digital issue: https://issuu.com/yournhpa/docs/pdr_1124_issuu/2?fr=sZDU5Zjc5MzMxMTc

31/10/2024

True Value Company and its secured lenders, led by PNC, today reached a major milestone agreement to avoid the liquidation of the 75-year-old Chicago-based distributor in a move that will push the sale to Do it Best forward for now. The agreement allows True Value to continue to use the banks’ cash collateral to fund business operations through the closing of the sale, which, as part of the deal, was moved up by two weeks.

True Value Company and its secured lenders, led by PNC, today reached a major milestone agreement to avoid the liquidation of the 75-year-old Chicago-based distributor in a move that will push the sale to Do it Best forward for now. The agreement allows True Value to continue to use the banks’ cas...

31/10/2024

SPONSORED: Ever thought your purchase could launch a child's dreams to infinity and beyond? 🚀 With every Tear Mender purchase, you're not just getting a top-notch product, but you're also helping a visually impaired child experience the wonders of space camp. It's more than just rocket building and simulations; it's about empowering these kids with teamwork, self-confidence, and communication skills that are out of this world! Be proud to make a difference, one purchase at a time!

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31/10/2024

SPONSORED: Bring ease and accuracy to your spray texture application, delivering fast-drying, excellent texture match for maximum coverage and professional results. DAP’s aerosol cans feature patent pending Aim Tech technology that offers a 60-degree adjustable nozzle to easily repair vertical, overhead and hard-to-reach areas.

Learn more: https://www.dap.com/spray-texture/

30/10/2024

To celebrate the 15th anniversary of Colors of the Year, Sherwin-Williams created its first ever Color Capsule of the Year, a curated assortment of hues that showcase the world of color. The capsule gathers the most essential colors from the brand’s collection, which includes bright whites, designer picks and the colors that Sherwin-Williams believes best reflects its audience.

To celebrate the 15th anniversary of Colors of the Year, Sherwin-Williams created its first ever Color Capsule of the Year, a curated assortment of hues that showcase the world of color. The capsule gathers the most essential colors from the brand's collection, which includes bright whites, designer...

29/10/2024

Well-maintained wood flooring can enhance a home’s overall appearance, last for decades and increase the resale value of a property. As such, many homeowners are willing to invest in installing and caring for wood floors, but how big is that investment, exactly?

Learn more insights from HIRI:

By the Home Improvement Research Institute Well-maintained wood flooring can enhance a home’s overall appearance, last for decades and increase the resale value of a property. As such, many homeowners are willing to invest in installing and caring for wood floors, but how big is that investment, e...

29/10/2024

SPONSORED: Apex HPP Interior Water-Based Clear Finish is a professional spray, single component coating for use on wood surfaces including cabinets, doors, trim, and furniture. Apex HPP Clear Finish offers a superior water-based solution to traditional pre-catalyzed lacquers with excellent chemical and wear resistance, fast dry and stacking times with minimal grain raise. Meets KCMA and ASTM standards when applied according to manufacturer’s specifications.

Learn more: https://myoldmasters.com/professional/apex.html

29/10/2024

From tube tips to stop caps, caulking accessories can turn your store’s caulking and sealant category into a more profitable one. Paint & Decorating Retailer has gathered four caulking accessories for you to stock.

Similar to painting accessories, caulking and sealant accessories should not be overlooked. Having abundant accessories allows you to capture add-on sales when customers come to your store looking for their sealant of choice. From tube tips to stop caps, caulking accessories can turn your store's ca...

28/10/2024

The True Value regional distribution centers (RDCs) are preparing for potential layoffs and shutdowns in light of the Chapter 11 bankruptcy and potential Do it Best purchase announcements earlier this month. So far, 11 of the 13 True Value RDCs have received Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) notices.

The True Value regional distribution centers (RDCs) are preparing for potential layoffs and shutdowns in light of the Chapter 11 bankruptcy and potential Do it Best purchase announcements earlier this month. So far, 11 of the 13 True Value RDCs have received Worker Adjustment

28/10/2024

SPONSORED: Quickly repair nicks and nail holes with the 3M High Strength Small Hole Repair All-in-One Applicator Tool. This innovative product includes primer-enhanced spackle, a built-in putty knife, and a sanding pad attached to the bottle cap. So you can fill, smooth, and sand with one easy tool. It’s everything you need for professional-looking repairs, and it’s the perfect addition to your painting supplies for quick fixes.

Shop now: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/p/d/cbgnawus2281/?utm_term=cbg-hicw-habr-en_us-con-2024_q2-q4_habr-pr-enews-wallrepair-wtb-allinonerepair-ne24-00000