Sherwin-Williams completes previously announced acquisition of Gross & Perthun, GmbH

July 1, 2022 – The Sherwin-Williams Company today announced it completed the acquisition of Gross & Perthun GmbH following the initial agreement announced June 9.

Since 1918 Gross & Perthun has been an innovative company, supplying its valued customers with high-quality coatings and excellent service. Founded in 1866, Sherwin-Williams is a global leader in the paints and coatings industry, offering an extensive industrial coatings portfolio to customers in more than 120 countries. A widely respected brand, Sherwin-Williams comes with an unparalleled distribution network, commercial organization, world-class R&D and broad access to diverse markets and customers.

Sherwin-Williams and Gross & Perthun have highly complementary product offerings and combined, they create a platform for growth that will provide customers with a broader portfolio of brands and technologies. In addition, this combination is an excellent cultural fit. Like Gross & Perthun, Sherwin-Williams has a long history of innovation and a commitment to excellent customer service.

We are very excited and confident that the combination of Sherwin-Williams and Gross & Perthun will allow us to provide additional value and a stronger level of service to our customers, both now and in the future.
Should you have any questions about this announcement, please contact your sales representative.