Stain
what are Thompsons Water Seal, Valspar Ext. Stain & Cabot Stains
Name the top 3 Premium interior paints!
Infinity, Reserve & Showcase
What is the big paint promo for Labor Day?!
BOGO (MIR) for our premium interior paints
Name the two brands that include applicators here at Lowes.
Purdy & Valspar
Name one thing the customer needs to do before any paint or stain project?
-clean the surface
-repair the surface
How many sheens does Cabot come in?
8! Clear, ATO, Wood Toned, Semi-Transparent, Semi-Solid, Solid, Deck Correct , & Gold
Name 3 specs found in all our interior premium paints
-Anti-microbial & mildew resistant
-Scrubbable & Washable
-Stain Blocking
-Stain resistant
-Paint & Primer in 1!
What’s the promo for Cabot for Labor Day?
$10 off every 1G & $50 every 5G
What milestone is Purdy brushes celebrating this year?
100 years!
Name the item that can be used to prep decks prior to staining
-Valspar all in one wood prep
-Valspar Deck Cleaner
-Cabot deck cleaner
this ext. Stain brand will be on sale during Labor Day!
Cabot
Can you locate an interior paint demo at the paint desk?
Yes? - win
No? - gotta create it
TRUE! Pros can receive their 20% instant savings and submit for the MIR of the Labor Day Promo
Name three items you can recommend to a customer who is completing an interior paint project.
-brushes or rollers
-Tape
-floor coverings
-Primer
-A paint kit
-paint opener/paint key
-Caulking
-spackle and sandpaper
-Spray gun/machine
-Paint trays
-Door and trim paint
-Ceiling paint
If a customer needs to hide oil stains and smoke stains from their wall prior to painting, what would be the best primer to recommend?
-HGSW oil base power primer extreme (aerosol, qt, gallon & 5 g )
-HGSW restoration
True or false: a Deck Correct can also be used around pools
True! Deck Correct can be used around pools and on concrete. This thick coating is enhanced with Polycarbonate Everbeads to fill cracks up to 1/4" and lock down splinters for a durable, dirt-resistant, skid-resistant surface.
A customer mentioned they are repainting their living room. They have small children and want a paint option that can easily cover their existing white walls. They’ve chosen Agreeable Gray and are seeking recommendations on the best paint product to use for their project. What would you recommend?
* our premium interior paints like HGSW Infinity and Valspar Reserve offer, excellent scrub, scuff and stain resistance for little hands , excellent stain blocking to help cover existing stains or marks and offer a durable and flawless finished perfect for living rooms or high traffic areas.
What three interior paints will be on sale during Labor Day here at Lowes?
Infinity, Showcase, Reserve
A customer is prepping to stain a deck, what is the best applicator to stain a deck?
-Cabot Staining Pad
-Cabot 4” Flat stain brush
What counts as a properly prepared surface prior to painting?
A surface that is clean, dry, repaired & *primed surface that is free of imperfections.
Steps are:
Clean, repaired, *sanded & *primed
How long should a customer wait before staining a brand new deck?
A minimum of three months , but the best recommendation is a complete year.
stain may not penetrate the wood effectively, causing it to peel, flake, or look blotchy if stained while wet. It can also trap moisture, leading to rot and other issues
If a customer brings in a picture or a can from a competitor brand, where can you go or who do you call in order to get the best crossover recommendation?
-pro paint binder
-or call your Valspar/SW rep!
How can you help our customers make sure they get the best sales during Labor Day promotion?
By helping them sign up for My Lowes Rewards/ My Lowes Pro Rewards
When restocking J-hooks in the aisles, what tool can you use to ensure you are choosing the best option for each product line?
Cross merchandising map!
HGSW has now expanded their line of primers, can you name three primers that were added into our primer categories?
- HGSW premium all purpose
-HGSW All Purpose Gray Tinted primer
-Restoration primer
-HGSW Mold & Mildew qts
-HGSW Power Primer extreme aerosol