Paint & Wallpaper Stores – Industry Research, Analysis, Statistics, and Forecasts

SIC 5231 | NAICS 444120

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BV Guides and Databases

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Industry Analysis, Statistics, Trends, and Forecasts

Industry Research Reports
Paint Stores (view report)
Paint Distributors (view report)

Comprehensive industry research reports provide in-depth industry analysis and five-year forecasts, with special focus on the underlying structure and external forces and relationships that affect industries and their performance. Topics addressed in the reports include:

Market size and major product and service segments
Key industry statistics, trends, and financial ratios
Operating conditions and current performance
Competitive landscape and environment
Major company profiles and market shares
Five-year outlook and growth forecasts

Sample report and selected industry statistics including market size, five-year average growth rate, number of businesses, and total employment are available free online.

Paint & Decorating Retailers Association
PDR Magazine
https://www.pdra.org/

Monthly trade magazine provides news and information for store owners, managers, and employees, with topics covered in each issue including industry news and events, retail business strategies, new product launches, retailer profiles, technical and marketing tips and advice, and advances in product applications and technologies. Current and archived issues of the magazine are available free online.

Mintel Group Ltd.

Paint and Wallcoverings - US
https://store.mintel.com/
Comprehensive study provides a detailed analysis of this market sector from a consumer standpoint, with topics covered in the report including market perspective, factors affecting demand, key players, current and emerging trends, consumer characteristics, painting and wallcoverings projects, reasons
for undertaking projects, product purchase influencers, shopping preferences, and retailers shopped.

Catalina Research
Reports available from this organization include:

Architectural Paints & Allied Products
https://catalinareports.com/
Catalina Research report provides a detailed analysis of the U.S. market for this product sector, with data provided including historical and forecast manufacturer shipments by product type (e.g., interior, exterior, solvent-based, water-based), purchases by end-use market (e.g., builder and manufactured home, residential contractors, consumers, commercial and government), and retail sales by channel.

Wallcoverings
https://catalinareports.com/
Comprehensive market research study provides a detailed analysis of the U.S. wallcoverings market, with data provided in the report including historical and forecast sales by type of backing (e.g., paper, plastic, textiles) and purchases by end-use market (e.g., builder, nonresidential building construction contractor, consumer, Main Street commercial–retailers, professional offices, and service providers).

Freedonia Group
Architectural Paints: United States
https://www.freedoniagroup.com/

Freedonia Focus report analyzes market demand for interior and exterior paints, primers, stains, and sealers used to coat buildings and homes, with information provided including historical demand and forecasts by formulation (e.g., water-based, solvent-based), market (e.g., residential remodel/repaint, nonresidential construction, residential construction), and end-user (e.g., professional, do-it-yourself).

Allied Market Research
Wallpaper
https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/

Comprehensive report provides a detailed analysis of this product sector on a global basis, with data provided in the report including market size and forecast by product type (e.g., vinyl-based wallpaper, non-woven wallpaper, pure paper wallpaper, fiber type wallpaper, others), end-user (e.g., household, commercial, administrative, entertainment), and region (e.g., North Amercia, U.S., Canada, Mexico).

BizMiner Market Analysis Reports
Paint and Wall Covering Stores
https://www.bizminer.com Search for "444120" to see available reports

Market analysis reports provide industry statistics for a user-defined area on a national, state, county, metro area, or zip code level, with data provided including number of companies, market volume and sales trends, average company sales, sales per employee, staffing and employment trends, average employee wage, and business start up activity and failure rates. Sample report can be viewed online.

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Financial Statements and Financial Ratios

BizMiner Industry Financial Ratios
Paint and Wall Covering Stores

https://www.bizminer.com Search for "444120" to see available reports

Five-year financial statement analysis reports provide income statements, balance sheets, and key industry financial ratios for companies of all sizes, with financial data available by sales size range on a national, state, and metropolitan area level including:

Income and expenses in dollars and percentages
Balance sheets in dollars and percentages
Profitability and return on investment ratios
Liquidity and working capital ratios
Asset turnover and efficiency ratios
Capital structure and debt service ratios

Sample financial statement and ratio analysis report is available free online.

Industry Research Reports
Paint Stores

(see links for individual reports) (sample spreadsheet)

Key statistics section of these reports provides detailed income statements and balance sheets on a common-size basis and over twenty-five industry financial ratios, with financial ratios provided for the each of the four most recent calendar years and on a historical average basis for 3-year, 5-year, and 10-year time periods. Sample spreadsheet with breakdowns by asset size can be viewed free online.

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Compensation and Salary Surveys

PayScale, Inc.
Painting Equipment and Supplies Stores
https://www.payscale.com/

Free online service provides salary, bonus, and hourly wage data for job positions in this sector such as general manager, store manager, assistant manager, paint technician, sales associate, customer service associate, and delivery driver, with employers for which wage data is provided including PPG Industries, Inc., Benjamin Moore & Co., Kelly-Moore Paint Co., Inc., and Sherwin-Williams Company.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Building Material and Supplies Dealers
https://www.bls.gov/oes/

Annual wage survey provides hourly and annual wage data on a national, state, and local area basis for occupational job titles in this sector which includes specialty retail establishments that sell exterior and interior paints, painting equipment and supplies, stains, varnishes, and other protective coatings, and various types of flexible wall coverings (e.g., vinyl, vinyl coated, coated fabric, textile, and paper).

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BV Guides and Databases

BVMarketData
Private Company Sales Transaction Databases
https://www.bvresources.com/

Free "Visitor Search" allows users to search the DealStats, BIZCOMPS, and FactSet/BVR databases for private company sales transaction data by SIC or NAICS Code using the following codes:

– SIC Code 5231 - Paint, Glass, and Wallpaper Stores

– NAICS Code 444120 - Paint and Wallpaper Retailers

Types of establishments included in these codes

Paint stores - establishments primarily involved in selling various types of paint products and related supplies, including interior and exterior paints, spray paints, primers, stains, varnishes, and specialty coatings that are formulated for specific types of applications.

Wallpaper and wallcoverings stores - establishments involved in retail sales of wallpaper, wallcoverings, and related decor materials that generally offer an extensive selection of products with various patterns, textures, and designs to suit different styles and tastes.

Paint and wallpaper supplies stores - establishments engaged in selling a wide range of supplies and accessories including brushes, rollers, paint trays, drop cloths, adhesives, sealants, pastes, glues, and other tools required for painting and wallcovering projects.

Decorative paint and stencil stores - establishments that specialize in selling decorative paints, stencils, and faux finishing tools and supplies to customers who are interested in unique and creative paint solutions for furniture, home decor, and artistic projects.

Paint and wallpaper equipment rental centers - establishments providing rental services for painting and wallcovering equipment and tools such as paint sprayers, ladders and scaffolding, pressure washers, wallpaper steamers, drywall tools, and power rollers.

Paint custom mixing centers - establishments equipped with advanced technology and the expertise that enables them to create custom paint colors and finishes that match customer requirements for those who are seeking unique and personalized solutions.

Paint and wallpaper online retailers - establishments engaged in operating e-commerce platforms that offer a comprehensive selection of paints and wallpapers for customers who prefer the convenience of browsing, selecting, and purchasing products online.

Commercial paint and wallpaper suppliers - establishments engaged in providing large volumes of paint, wallpaper, and related supplies primarily to commercial clients such as contractors, property management companies, architects, and interior designers.

Sample reports with detailed sales transaction data and valuation multiples are available free online.

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