Sherwin-Williams (NYSE:SHW) (NYSE: SHW) is a global manufacturer and distributor of paints, coatings and related products. Founded in 1866 and headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, the company supplies a broad range of coatings for residential, commercial and industrial applications. Its product offering includes architectural paints and stains, industrial and protective coatings, automotive finishes, and a variety of sundry products such as primers, sealants and specialty treatments used by professionals and consumers.
The company sells through multiple channels, including a large network of company-operated retail paint stores that serve professional contractors and do-it-yourself consumers, as well as through distributors and mass retailers. Sherwin-Williams organizes its operations around core business lines that cover retail paint stores, consumer brands sold through third-party retailers, and performance coatings for industrial, automotive and protective applications. The company also invests in formulation research, color technology and application support to serve specification-driven customers in construction, manufacturing and maintenance markets.
Sherwin-Williams operates internationally and serves markets around the world, with a substantial presence in North America and growing operations across other regions. A notable milestone in its recent history was the acquisition of Valspar in 2017, which expanded its product portfolio and global reach. The company is managed from its Cleveland headquarters by an executive leadership team responsible for strategy, operations and global expansion. Sherwin-Williams is widely recognized for its longstanding brands, extensive distribution footprint and focus on product innovation and customer service in the coatings industry.
