At FinishWorks, we’re a team of innovators, finishing experts, and advisors who have dedicated our careers to perfecting the development and application of industrial finishes and coating solutions. That means we don’t stop when our products leave our shop. We follow through, with the supplies, equipment, application guidance, and product support to carry you all the way across the finish line. We know that one size or solution does not fit all, and we pride ourselves on crafting specialty coating solutions that meet every need. We are also home to Mohawk, the industry’s best in touch-up and repair products. With FinishWorks sites conveniently located across the US and Canada, we’ve got you and your products covered. Learn more at finishworks.com.
CIC Coatings, LLC-Centurion Wood Coatings
CIC Coatings is an innovative, premium coatings manufacturer known for over-the-top service, high-performance products and more in the categories below.
Canlak Coatings
Dare to take a closer look. With over 38 years of successful partnerships, Canlak Coatings is much more than just a simple specialty wood coatings company. It is a unique support system; it is a complete solution that is sure to answer your most challenging demands. We specialize in the development and manufacturing of high quality wood coatings that are ideal for wood flooring, kitchen cabinets, furniture and all wood surfaces. Our mission is to manufacture high quality coatings that will help our clients answer the industry’s most difficult requirements. Canlak Coatings is a leader in industrial wood coatings and concentrates its efforts on innovation, quality and service. Our Laboratory is equipped with the most advanced technologies in the industry and our Research & Development department works in parallel with our Sales department to make sure that we exceed all of your expectations. Canlak Coatings innovations can facilitate your needs while contributing to the value of your products. Everyone at Canlak Coatings is always readily available to answer all of your questions, and we work closely as a team to rigorously uphold all of our promises. Quality is important from the beginning to the end. This is why we have a rigorous quality control system. And our customer service in the marketplace is known to be unprecedented. We have an innovative line of services that remains unique in this industry. Our promise is high quality products and high quality service. We work closely by your side and we sincerely believe that your success is our success.
Axalta Coating Systems
At Axalta, we believe that every wood surface tells a story of craftsmanship, durability, and design. As a global leader in industrial coatings, Axalta’s Industrial Wood Coatings business delivers high‑performance solutions engineered to elevate the beauty and longevity of wood and wood‑alternative substrates across a wide range of industries. With a rich heritage of innovation and a forward‑looking commitment to sustainability, we partner with OEMs, professional applicators, and distributors throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to bring exceptional finishes to life. Our portfolio includes an expansive range of technologies such as varnishes, glazes, stains, sealers, and lacquers that enhance natural grain patterns, deliver deep, luxurious color, and provide long‑lasting protection against daily wear. Designed to meet the evolving needs of modern wood finishing, our solutions can be customized for diverse applications, including kitchen cabinets, residential and office furniture, architectural woodwork, doors, wall paneling, exterior siding, flooring, and other building products. Whether customers require the clarity of traditional solvent-based finishes, the efficiency of UV‑curable coatings, or the environmental advantages of waterborne systems, Axalta’s offerings are formulated with performance and productivity in mind. Many Axalta Industrial Wood Coatings are available in ultra‑low VOC, HAPs‑free, formaldehyde‑free, and isocyanate‑free formulations, minimizing hazards to workers and end‑users while reducing the environmental footprint. These advancements support OEMs and producers in meeting increasingly stringent regulatory requirements without compromising on appearance or durability. Our commitment to responsible chemistry enables customers to operate cleaner, safer facilities while still achieving premium‑quality finishes. Our expertise extends well beyond product manufacturing; we are a true partner in process optimization. Axalta’s technical service professionals understand the demands of high‑volume production lines, custom finishing shops, and everything in between. From application troubleshooting to line audits, color matching to custom formulation, our team helps customers streamline operations, increase throughput, and ensure consistent, repeatable results. We collaborate closely with manufacturers to solve challenges such as improving drying times, enhancing stain uniformity, reducing the number of required passes, and meeting specialized appearance requirements such as matte, ultra‑smooth, or high‑build finishes. Axalta also offers industry‑leading color science and design capabilities. Our advanced color labs and digital color tools help manufacturers stay ahead of design trends, ensuring their products stand out in a competitive marketplace. Whether customers need custom hues, coordinated palettes, or the timeless warmth of natural wood tones, we deliver color solutions that resonate with today’s consumers. Across North America, manufacturers trust Axalta for dependable performance, responsive service, and innovative coatings that add value at every stage of production. From the first coat to the final finish, Axalta Industrial Wood Coatings provide the protection, aesthetic excellence, and process efficiency that modern wood‑product manufacturers rely on. At Axalta, we don’t just coat wood, we help shape the future of wood finishing. | Axalta is a global leader in advanced coating technologies, delivering high-performance solutions engineered for the evolving demands of electrification. With decades of expertise in materials science and a deep understanding of OEM requirements, Axalta’s coatings are built to protect critical components, extend system life, and enable efficient EV and battery storage systems. From dielectric coatings for battery components to corrosion-resistant solutions for enclosures and connectors, Axalta empowers customers to meet the challenges of electrification with confidence.Key Technologies on Display:Alesta e-PRO Dielectric coatings Alesta e-PRO Fire-resistant and thermally stable coatingsAqua EC Corrosion Protection for battery enclosuresVoltatex® Electrical Insulation SystemsWhy Visit Axalta’s Booth?Explore next-gen coating innovations for EV batteries and componentsLearn how Axalta supports OEMs and Tier 1s in accelerating electrificationDiscover customizable solutions for performance, safety, and sustainabilityEngage with technical experts and see real-world applications
Artist Supplies & Products
In 1998, we started manufacturing our GILDERS® paste wax finishes. We initially started in the picture framing industry; soon, the desire for a gilded look spread to artists of varying skill levels and materials. We manufacture a user-friendly product guided by conforming to standards of health, safety, and environmental protection for art materials. GILDERS® paste wax finishes have the ability to simulate gold leaf and other colored metal foils used for traditional gilding. Whether you’re a professional artist or a DIYer looking to step up your crafting skills, our product is easy to use and forgiving while providing a colorful and durable wax finish. GILDERS® paste wax is a unique concentration of blended high-quality artisan waxes, resins, and pigments. Formulated to highlight and color a variety of materials. This versatile paste wax can be used for dry brushing subtle hues or thinned out to soften into a cream, paint, stain, or wash. Available in 28 colors. The ability to match colors with the capability of an endless color palette.
Aqua Coat Inc.
More than three decades ago, Aqua Coat formulated a line of environmentally friendly, waterborne wood finishing products. This was in response to regulatory oversight and increasing customer demands. The industry was and continues to trend away from harsh chemicals during the manufacturing processes. Aqua Coat specializes in helping manufacturers navigate and implement water-based products into their processes by offering a complete water-based finishing system. We are a world leader in pre-finish grain filling technology. Aqua Coat manufacture water-based stains, seal coats, topcoats and grain fillers. We have the right products to bring your finish successfully to life. All of our finishes are non-flammable, non-combustible, low odor, low VOC, fast drying times, easy to apply and water clean-up.
AkzoNobel Coatings Inc.
AkzoNobel offers a complete range of products for architectural aluminum, including INTERPON powder coatings and TRINAR liquid spray coatings. Both meet AAMA 2605 standards for Superior Performance and are ideal for monumental projects as well as residential and institutional applications. Widely specified for their performance, durability, color and gloss retention, AkzoNobel coatings ensure the look you specify is the look that lasts. | Beyond Performance. It is what makes us different. Built on over 200 years of experience. Whatever we do, we achieve the highest standards. Creating products of tested, proven and enduring quality. Working in partnership to best serve our customers. Delivering genuine added value. Protecting reputations as much as surfaces. Simply being trusted to do all this, and more, like nobody else can. Quality, Service, Trusted Partner. AkzoNobel Coil and Extrusion Coatings. | For nearly 200 years, the world’s leading manufacturers of cabinetry, furniture, flooring and building products (doors and windows) have depended on AkzoNobel industrial wood finishes to beautify and protect their products. We offer a range of products that meet the unique specifications of our customers and also meet country and regional regulations. AkzoNobel is our primary brand for OEM manufacturers around the world, and Chemcraft is our distribution brand in North America. Please visit akzonobel.com or chemcraft.com to learn more about our wood coatings and adhesives.