🎨 DMV Area Paint Sellers and Their Offerings

This page details the primary paint suppliers in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area, highlighting their product lines for both residential and commercial use.

1. Major National Manufacturers (Factory-Direct Stores)

These companies operate their own retail stores across the region.

Company	Residential Offerings	Commercial/Professional Offerings
Sherwin-Williams	Focuses on quality and performance. Popular residential lines include SuperPaint® (interior acrylic latex, paint and primer in one) and Duration® (premium durability). Offers a variety of interior/exterior paints, stains, and primers.	Full array of coatings for commercial, institutional, and facility maintenance. Includes Commercial High-Performance Coatings, high-performance epoxies, and floor coatings. Offers the PRO+ Program for professional contractors.
PPG Paints	Variety of interior and exterior paints and primers for DIY and residential contractors.	Professional paint and stain products. Coatings designed for new construction, institutional, and large commercial applications.

2. Regional Manufacturer and Retailer

A local manufacturer and retailer with products formulated for the Mid-Atlantic climate.

Company	Residential & Contractor Offerings	Commercial/Professional Offerings
McCormick Paints	Serves both professionals and homeowners in the Mid-Atlantic. Top-selling lines include GenerationXR (lifetime warranty, superior durability) and Revo (paint + primer in one).	Full range of specialty coatings for commercial construction. Includes RenewXC (commercial paint, low VOC), **Direct To Metal (DTM)** coatings, and **Traffic Paint**. Offers **Paint Dash** service for free, same-day delivery to pros.

3. Independent Dealers (e.g., Benjamin Moore)

Benjamin Moore is sold through independent authorized retailers like **Monarch Paint & Design Centers** and **Potomac Paint & Design Centers**.

Brand	Residential Offerings	Commercial/Contractor Offerings
Benjamin Moore	Known for high-quality, premium finishes and deep color saturation. Top lines: **Aura®** (ultra-premium), **Regal® Select** (classic durability), **Ben®** (easy application). **ADVANCE®** is popular for cabinets and trim.	Dedicated Contractor Products line. **Command®** (high-performance, multi-substrate coating for fast return-to-service). **Ultra Spec® 500** (professional-grade for property management/commercial jobs). Also offers **Industrial Maintenance** coatings.

4. Big Box Retailers & Their Paint Offerings

These national home improvement and retail chains serve a broad customer base, particularly DIYers and high-volume residential contractors.

Retailer	Primary Brands Sold	Residential Offerings (Focus)	Commercial/Contractor Offerings
The Home Depot	Behr, Glidden, **Kilz** (Primers)	Focuses heavily on the **DIY homeowner** and residential painters. **Behr Marquee** and **Behr Premium Plus** are top sellers, often featuring paint & primer in one.	Sells contractor-grade paint (e.g., **Behr Pro** and specific **Glidden Professional** lines). Supports professionals through the **Pro Xtra** program for bulk pricing and dedicated support.
Lowe's	Valspar, **Sherwin-Williams (HGTV Home)**, **Rust-Oleum**	Offers a variety of residential paints; **Valspar** is the main house brand. **HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams** provides a quality, mid-tier option popular with homeowners.	Offers professional lines of **Valspar** and dedicated **Lowe's Pro** services, including volume pricing, job-site delivery, and support for commercial and large-project residential contractors.
Walmart	**Rust-Oleum**, **Krylon**, Select **Glidden**/House Brands	Focuses almost entirely on the **value-conscious homeowner** and **DIY projects**. Primarily stocks basic interior/exterior paints, specialty paints, and small project coatings.	Limited focus on high-volume commercial contractors. Products are generally suited for smaller residential maintenance or touch-up jobs rather than large commercial projects.