April 2026

Frequent small orders may be costing your refinishing business more than you realize. This guide explains how professional refinishers are lowering freight expenses through LTL shipping and smarter bulk ordering – helping improve margins, simplify inventory, and reduce last-minute reorders.

Managing product costs is one of the biggest challenges for refinishing businesses. In this case study, Ryan Barr shares how shifting from bi-weekly NAPCO orders to bulk purchasing helped him cut expenses in half, improve inventory control, and create more consistent results – proving that smarter business decisions can drive long-term growth.