What types of companies are included in the U.S. paint and coatings industry?
The U.S. paint and coatings industry consists of approximately 800 companies. These include manufacturers of architectural coatings (i.e., house paint) and a diverse collection of other coatings, comprised of industrial coatings that include product coatings applied as part of the original manufacturing process, and special purpose coatings for ships, offshore oil and gas rigs, and highway and traffic markings. Suppliers and distributors of the raw materials that go into paint and coatings production are also part of the industry.
