Developing products that increase productivity is essential for the Sherwin-Williams commercial market – for the benefit of our customers and to progress our Company-wide sustainability goals. Our product development teams continue to operate with a productivity mindset, helping to advance products that work harder for our customers once application is complete. 

For example, Scuff Tuff® Interior Water-based Enamel provides heightened durability and abrasion resistance. It was developed for use in high-traffic spaces that are prone to wear and tear, such as apartment complexes and commercial buildings. Following application, the product maintains a quality finish longer than typical architectural coatings, reducing the number of repaints needed over time. 

LATITUDE® Exterior Acrylic with ClimateFlex Technology™ also provides great benefits for our commercial customers. This technology provides early moisture resistance, smooth application at extreme temperatures (35°F-120°F) and a durable finish that protects against peeling, cracking and dirt pickup in harsh climates. The exterior coating provides painters the ability to perform jobs that would traditionally need to be rescheduled, ultimately cutting down total painting time and the need for additional weather-related touch-ups.

This story is featured in the Sherwin-Williams 2021 Sustainability Report.