Sherwin-Williams XP™ Products Maximize Productivity

Sherwin-Williams XP Technology Provides a Better Finish than Traditional Products in Less Time

(CLEVELAND - May 9, 2005) - When looking to save money and turn high- volume jobs faster, Sherwin-Williams new XP products can be counted on to maximize productivity by doing a better job in one less coat.  These products offer the durability, flexibility, speed of application and high film build that are key to successfully completing jobs.

XP is Ultimate Waterproofing Protection Loxon XP™ gets concrete jobs done faster and more efficiently while providing longer-lasting protection.  Loxon XP™ is a direct-to-concrete, high-build masonry coating that requires no primer and provides exceptional coverage.  Designed for use on tilt-up, precast, or poured-in-place concrete, as well as CMU, cement block and stucco surfaces, Loxon XP provides superior resistance to alkali and efflorescence. 

Loxon XP also has excellent resistance to moisture penetration from wind- driven rain, which makes retaining a great looking finish easier.  The high-build formula, which must be applied at a minimum of 14.0-18.0 mils wft and 6.4-
8.3 mils dft, can be sprayed, rolled or even brushed on in small applications. 
With its proprietary technology, Loxon XP tolerates pH levels of up to 13 and can be applied to fresh concrete of less than 28 days old so construction schedules can be accelerated.  Loxon XP is available in a wide array of colors, and with its long-lasting durability, flexibility and fade resistance can be counted on for years of good looks with fewer repaints.

XP Formulation Masks Drywall Imperfections ProMar 200 XP™ delivers the high-build, uniform finish you get from traditional coating systems in one less coat.  It utilizes a revolutionary formulation to mask drywall imperfections and provide a durable, burnish- resistant finish.  Contractors who apply ProMar 200 XP Flat will achieve maximum performance, save on labor costs and minimize time spent on the job since the coating creates a long-lasting finish in one less coat.

Self-priming ProMar 200 XP is available in Flat and Eg-Shel sheens. The product's exclusive microstructure formulation requires minimal wall preparation and results in a high film build with great hide.  ProMar 200 XP makes painting high-volume, large square footage jobs go faster.  Uniformity, hold out and flashing problems are significantly reduced compared to conventional paint products.  In smaller spaces, the product can be brushed and rolled with confidence.

Unlike traditional coatings, which sag and curtain, ProMar 200 XP keeps its form when spray applied at the recommended 10-14 mils wft.  It backrolls smoothly for a finish that minimizes drywall fuzz, evens joints, conceals imperfections, and camouflages minor surface scratches and mud porosity differences.  ProMar 200 XP offers superior scrub resistance, resists marring, stands up to high traffic and is available in a wide array of colors.

For over 135 years, Sherwin-Williams has satisfied the coating and color needs of builders, designers, specifiers, property managers and contractors. 
Sherwin-Williams provides fast, flexible, responsive local service and personalized, expert advice.  A network of 3,000 stores and 1,500 sales representatives makes Sherwin-Williams North America's largest single-source supplier of high-quality paints, stains, masonry coatings and brand-name wall and floor coverings. 

Editor's Note: High-resolution digital photography is available upon request. 
Please contact Janine Young HYPERLINK "mailto:jyoung@bellalinguapr.com" for more information.

All inquiries for additional information should be identified as XP Technology 05 and sent to The Sherwin-Williams Company, c/o Russ Hill, Ultimate Lead Systems, P.O. Box 739, Berea, OH  44017.

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