Making Professional Painting Easier
Paintepedia was created to solve a simple problem: finding the right paint system for any substrate shouldn't require hours of research through product catalogs and data sheets.
Expert Paint Knowledge, Instantly Accessible
We believe professional painters deserve instant access to expert paint system recommendations. Every substrate has its unique challenges—from adhesion issues to environmental concerns—and choosing the wrong product wastes time and money.
Paintepedia consolidates decades of industry knowledge into a searchable database that gives you complete paint systems, tool recommendations, and application techniques in seconds.
Accuracy
Every recommendation is based on manufacturer specifications and industry best practices
Speed
Find what you need in seconds, not hours of searching through catalogs
Community
Built by painters, for painters who demand professional results
Comprehensive
60+ substrates covering virtually every painting scenario
Born from Real-World Experience
The Problem
Every professional painter knows the frustration: You're on-site facing an unfamiliar substrate, scrolling through endless product data sheets, trying to find the right system. Alkyd or acrylic primer? What prep is required? Which tools deliver the best finish?
The Solution
We built Paintepedia to solve this problem. Drawing from manufacturer technical documents, industry standards, and real-world field experience, we've compiled a comprehensive database that delivers expert paint system recommendations instantly—right when you need them.
The Coverage
Paintepedia currently covers 60+ common substrates with complete specifications for both Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore systems. Every entry includes primers, topcoats, application tools, spray settings, and critical notes that prevent costly mistakes.
Our Goal
Help you work more efficiently, bid jobs confidently, and deliver professional results every time.
Comprehensive Substrate Database
From common materials to specialty surfaces, we've got you covered
Metals
- Aluminum
- Galvanized Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Copper
- Iron & Steel
Wood & Composites
- Hardwood
- Softwood
- Plywood
- MDF
- Particle Board
Masonry & Concrete
- Concrete Block
- Brick
- Stucco
- Stone
- Drywall
Siding Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Vinyl
- Aluminum
- Wood
- T1-11
Specialty Surfaces
- Cabinets
- Doors & Trim
- Floors
- Furniture
- Marine Applications
And More
- Plastic
- Glass
- Previously Painted
- Weathered Surfaces
- + Many Others
Why Painters Choose Paintepedia
More than just a database—it's your professional advantage
Save Time
Stop wasting hours searching through product catalogs. Get instant answers when you're on the job site.
Avoid Mistakes
Prevent costly callbacks and material waste with accurate, manufacturer-backed recommendations.
Win More Jobs
Bid with confidence knowing you have the right system for every substrate you encounter.