the sherwin-williams company engages in the development, manufacture, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers in north and south america, europe, and asia. it operates in three segments: paint stores, consumer, and global. the paint stores segment sells paint, coatings, and related products to end-use customers. this segment markets and sells sherwin-williams branded architectural paints and coatings, industrial and marine products, and original equipment manufacturer product finishes and related items.