Building Industry Hawaii - October 2023

What are your standout products this year? Ibara: “We typically use PPG Protective and Marine Coatings for our industrial projects due to the corrosion-resistant properties that it offers in our tropical and coastal environments. In addition, Benjamin

In contrast to previous years when work often centered on large low- rise residential projects, “the new high-rise residential and commer- cial projects have provided the most painting work in 2023,” Nagatoshi says. “We foresee continued growth in this sector into 2024. The Hawaii Department of Education ... and the Hawaii Department of Transportation [Airports Division] have also been a good source for new painting and repainting work.” For a closer look at Hawai‘i’s 2023 painting market, products and proj- ects, Building Industry Hawaii sat down with three leaders in Hawai‘i’s painting industry: painting contractors Jesse Taylor, vice president of opera- tions at The Zelinsky Company and Sheldon Ibara, business development manager at JD Painting & Decorating Inc.; and Joni McGinnis, sales repre- sentative at vendor Ameritone Maui.

excellent durability. “In 2022 we

decided to add Manor Hall’s Exterior Satin Finish to our premium line-

up. The feedback was tremendous. Professional paint-

Joni McGinnis

Moore recently introduced the Element Guard,

ers as well as homeowners loved the option of a sheen that falls between a semi-gloss and an eggshell finish. “New for 2023, we are introduc- ing The MULE by Rust-Oleum. The MULE is an easy-to-use, versatile, abrasion-resistant coating designed for high-traffic areas that are subject to routine cleaning and disinfecting. This modified urethane latex epoxy (MULE) can be applied inside or outside on walls, doors, trim, railing and even floors. It is truly a multi- purpose coating that will meet the

which is an exterior paint that can resist moisture 60 minutes

Sheldon Ibara

after application, especially benefi- cial in areas prone to rain or high humidity.” McGinnis: “PPG’s Manor Hall Exterior paints. Manor Hall Exterior Paint & Primer in One is a premium quality, 100 percent acrylic paint. It features exceptional coverage and …

91-310 Komohana Street Kapolei, HI 96707 www.zelinskyco.com bids@zelinskyco.com Ph: 808-682-1321 Fax: 808-682-3895 Painting, Wallcovering & Industrial QP-1 CERTIFIED

www.buildingindustryhawaii.com | 61

Made with FlippingBook Digital Proposal Creator