The Sherwin-Williams Co. engages in the development, manufacture, distribution, and sale of paint and coatings. It operates through the following segments: America Group, Consumer Brands Group, and Performance Coating Group. The America Group segment manages the exclusive outlets for Sherwin-Williams branded paints, stains, supplies, equipment, and floor coverings. The Consumer Brands Group segment sells portfolios of branded and private-label products and operates a global supply chain for paint and coatings. The Performance Coating Group segment offers coatings and finishes, and sells in the industrial wood, protective and marine, coil, packaging, and automotive markets. The company was founded by Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams in 1866 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.