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  1. Employee Spotlight: Jessie Gutierrez

    Employee Spotlight: Jessie Gutierrez

    At NAPCO, our people are the heart of everything we do. This month, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on Jessie Gutierrez, who recently joined our sales team after years of dedicated service in Customer Care. Jessie sat down with us to share her story, her passion for helping customers, and a glimpse into life outside of work.

  2. New Cabinet Tariffs Take Effect October 1st | Why Refinishers Have the Advantage

    New Cabinet Tariffs Take Effect October 1st | Why Refinishers Have the Advantage
    A new 50% tariff on imported kitchen cabinets and vanities takes effect Oct 1, driving up remodel costs nationwide. For professional refinishers, this is a unique opportunity: refinishing cabinets and countertops delivers the same updated look without the high price tag. Learn how NAPCO’s Kitchen Renew and Flint-Stone products help professionals win more projects and homeowners save money.
  3. Why Refinishers Trust NAPCO: High-Touch Service and Industry-Leading Training

    Why Refinishers Trust NAPCO: High-Touch Service and Industry-Leading Training

    With over four decades of experience, NAPCO has built a reputation for delivering more than coatings and tools. They deliver confidence, support, and the kind of training that helps refinishing businesses grow.

  4. The Refinishing Edge: Why Professional Refinishers Trust NAPCO Over Competitors

    The Refinishing Edge: Why Professional Refinishers Trust NAPCO Over Competitors

    In refinishing, results depend on the products you trust. NAPCO’s Poly-Glass 320, Piranha Prep, and Universal Catalyst give professional refinishers the edge with faster cure times, safer prep, and simplified workflow outperforming competitors where it counts.

  5. How to Store Your Refinishing Products This Fall – Tips for Pros and Homeowners

    How to Store Your Refinishing Products This Fall – Tips for Pros and Homeowners

    Proper storage keeps your refinishing products performing like new. This fall, protect polyurethane, water-based finishes, and other coatings from temperature swings and air exposure. Whether you’re a pro refinisher or a DIY homeowner, NAPCO’s seasonal tips will help you extend shelf life, prevent waste, and get the best results on every project.

  6. Refinish, Don’t Replace: Smart Home Updates Before or After a Move

    Refinish, Don’t Replace: Smart Home Updates Before or After a Move

    Professional surface refinishing gives homeowners, landlords, and real estate professionals the ability to transform kitchens, bathrooms, tile, and countertops without the time and mess of full demolition. And with NAPCO’s professional-grade refinishing systems, refinishers can complete beautiful updates that boost property value and appeal.

  7. The Refinisher’s Guide to Building Referral Partnerships That Work

    The Refinisher’s Guide to Building Referral Partnerships That Work

    If you want to grow beyond project to project, building solid referral partnerships is one of the smartest ways to keep your schedule and your business full. With the right tools, training, and products from NAPCO behind you, you’ll have an even easier time making those partnerships stick.

  8. The Fast, Durable Solution: Why Inlays are a Game-Changer for Tub & Shower Repairs

    The Fast, Durable Solution: Why Inlays are a Game-Changer for Tub & Shower Repairs

    Cracks, weak spots, or compromised tub and shower floors can quickly turn a simple refinishing project into a major headache. And full replacements? They’re expensive, disruptive, and rarely necessary. That’s where inlays come in. For experienced refinishers, inlays aren’t just a repair option—they’re a smart business tool.

  9. Adding Commercial Bath And Kitchen Refinishing Makes You the Go-To Pro

    Adding Commercial Bath And Kitchen Refinishing Makes You the Go-To Pro

    If you’ve built a solid residential bath, countertop and cabinet refinishing business, expanding into the commercial market might be your next smartest move. Commercial refinishing opens the door to new opportunities, bigger clients, and more revenue, and the work is often more straightforward than you’d expect.

  10. The Year’s Not Over – Here’s How Bathtub and Countertop Refinishers Can Still Win Big in 2025

    The Year’s Not Over – Here’s How Bathtub and Countertop Refinishers Can Still Win Big in 2025

    You’ve still got time to grow your business, impress new clients, and build momentum that carries into 2026. Let NAPCO help you take the right steps today, because the year’s not over, and neither are your sales opportunities.