California Paint, a MASSACHUSETTS-based company, just introduced Weatherplate, an acrylic waterproofing sealer. Weatherplate can be used on just about any surface, including, but not limited to, wood, brick, masonry, canvas, concrete, stucco and more. It dries crystal clear, never yellows and protects against sale water.

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Backstage Hdwr & Theatre Supplies Receives 2010 Boston Award

NEW YORK, NY, December 9, 2010 — Backstage Hdwr & Theatre Supplies has been selected for the 2010 Boston Award in the Theatrical Equipment & Supplies category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

The USCA “Best of Local Business” Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2010 USCA Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.

About U.S. Commerce Association (USCA)

U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) is a New York City based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USCA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.

The USCA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.

SOURCE: U.S. Commerce Association

CONTACT:
U.S. Commerce Association
Email: PublicRelations@uscaaward.com
URL: http://www.uscaaward.com

Mike Patterson from Blueman Group stopped by Backstage one day and casually mentioned a problem they were having with the drainage pipes they use in the show.

It seems the drainage pipe only comes in green now, and they need it to be white.  The spray paint that they had been using (which was a plastic primer coat followed by a gloss white coat) was chipping and flaking pretty quickly.

Backstage suggested using Colorcoat from Rosco. According to Mike, “The Colorcoat does a great job and takes a lot of abuse well.  I brushed on a base coat and then watered it down for a sprayer (2 pt Colorcoat to 1 pt water), to get an even topcoat. I’m not sure how long it will last, but so far it’s been longer than the spray method.”

Colorcoat is a durable water borne modified acrylic enamel, which provides superior adhesion and abrasion resistance. It can be used on most interior and exterior surfaces where maximum durability is required.

California Paints has always been a New England based paint manufacturing company dedicated to providing high quality products to PROFESSIONAL PAINTERS and homeowners.  Our commitment to providing outstanding quality and EXCEPTIONAL COLOR CHOICES is the driving force of our business.  California Paints is constantly seeking new innovation while keeping true to high quality standards.

California Paints is a division of the CALIFORNIA PRODUCTS CORPORATION, an innovative manufacturer of quality paints, coatings, and sports surfacing systems.  The company was originally founded in 1926 as a manufacturer of colored stuccos and interior plasters, which remained popular through the 1930’s and 40’s.  The paint line offered by California Products quickly expanded and the name California Paints became synonymous with technical prowess and unsurpassed service.  In the 1970’s and 80’s, California Paints made numerous acquisitions which doubled the company’s dealer base and annual paint sales.