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Merely noting that COVID-19 has impacted how we do business would be a gross understatement. Indeed, the currently ongoing pandemic has had a drastic, unprecedented effect on the economy at large. While 2021 seems to offer hope for a return to normalcy, we’re still not quite there yet. Navigating the COVID-19 era as a painting […]
It’s safe to say that this pandemic has been difficult for everyone to handle, no matter who you are. Unfortunately, the effects have extended far past health as the Coronavirus has required certain social measures to try and prevent the constant spread of the virus. Small businesses have really felt the impact of this virus […]
3D printing is still unknown to most people and sounds like a far-fetched reality or something magical. The benefits that 3D printing offers are unlimited. From medical to marketing, 3D printing is ruling every significant domain of our life. There is no doubt in the fact that 3D printing is the best technology that can […]
We follow trends in the paint industry, and it looks like some “Do it for Me” coming down the line. As much as we love a good filler or brush, we birddog what the industry is up to. Following press releases and media announcements in the home improvement world turns into a literal game of […]
Outpak Slurry Solution is specifically designed to help you save time, money and labor at your job site. Our innovative product makes your slurry waste cleanup easier to manage and much more efficient. Just mix Outpak Slurry Solution into the slurry waste, wait a few short minutes for it to solidify and then you will […]
Introducing ‘Oceanside:’ an opulent and mysterious green-blue color that evokes optimism CLEVELAND (OCTOBER 3, 2017) — A fusion of rich blue with jewel-toned green, the 2018 Color of the Year, Oceanside SW 6496, represents the growing desire for color that is both accessible and elusive. A complex, deep color, Oceanside offers a sense of the […]
What exactly is dynamic ad text? The easiest way to understand dynamic ad text is with a quick example. Consider the following scenarios: A property manager pulls out their iPhone and searches “local painting contractor”. At the same time, a homeowner runs the same search on their laptop. Now consider these two potential headlines for […]
Yelp. Google Reviews. Angie’s List. Ugh. Doesn’t it seem like everybody always has something to complain about? Studies have shown that, unfortunately, people are more likely to write a review of a negative experience than a positive one. So even if only one out of twenty jobs leaves a customer feeling unsatisfied, you might find […]
Many of our readers have created their own Paint it Forward programs. Josh and his team at Allbright Painting is a great example. Another is Neubert Painting, they have been serving their community for years. Hats off to these and other businesses who have the resources (time, money and staff) to undertake this level of […]
The PDCA Expo is off to a great start in New Orleans, if this morning is any indication of the caliber of speakers and presentation topic, there is still much to be learned and value by attending! Chris Schank, PDCA Educator started off by welcoming everyone to the Hilton and with breakfast and tips on […]
I recently noticed Devyn (Owner of DE Web Designs) giving advice to members at a popular paint forum I visit and was impressed with his responses. He has created a website generator that can create a professional looking website for a minimal monthly cost and optimize it, a challenge for many paint contractors. I was […]
Sherwin-Williams Launches Breakthrough System to Simplify Color Selection ColorSnap® integrates online and offline tools, and includes new in-store display CLEVELAND (Aug. 25, 2015) – Sherwin-Williams introduces its latest innovation: ColorSnap®, the company’s most comprehensive, integrated color selection system ever offered. Designed to help consumers and professionals make confident and efficient paint color selections, ColorSnap includes […]
Social media marketing got you down? Save time and energy using a social media marketing dashboard. Does your social media marketing plan leave you exhausted and take too much time? All that liking, sharing, tweeting, pinning, and jumping from app to app leave you with little time for other tasks? By now we know that social […]
What are your business plans for 2013? The last few weeks have been tough; you have had to lay guys off because of the winter, you are struggling to fill up your board, you wonder if you will make it through the months ahead. Of course you will! This is because you are in the […]
Belonging to a professional organization can provide resources to any painting company, PDCA is a great example. There are many services that they offer, such as: Contractor College Find a Painter Industry news There are many benefits to belonging to this type of of group. Another example is the upcoming event event in Chicago, Advanced Shop Talk […]
