Frequently Asked Questions
About Paints, Coatings & Supplies
At Passonno Paints, we provide professional-grade paints, coatings, tools, and supplies for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. As a fourth-generation, family-owned company with a history stretching back nearly 100 years, we help contractors, property owners, institutions, municipalities, manufacturers, and other customers find dependable products for projects of all sizes. Our paint supply store serves clients in Albany, Troy, Schenectady, and the surrounding areas.
We have collected some of our most frequently encountered questions for your convenience.
What types of paint do you carry?
Our residential and commercial paint store carries acrylic paints, contractor-grade paints, stains, floor coatings, fast-dry enamels, urethanes, epoxies, polyurethanes, alkyds, zinc-rich coatings, and other options. We can help you choose a coating based on the surface, expected wear, environmental conditions, and appearance you want to achieve.
Do you sell industrial coatings?
Yes. Our industrial paint center offers coatings for applications where chemical resistance, corrosion protection, durability, and long-term performance are especially vital. Our selection includes epoxies, urethanes, polyurethanes, polysiloxanes, alkyds, zinc-rich coatings, and additional industrial products.
What industries use your industrial coatings?
We supply coatings for original equipment manufacturers, building and construction projects, heavy machinery, rail transportation, structural steel, marine applications, metal fabrication, and other demanding environments. We can help you identify the products that best suit your project's performance and application requirements.
Do you carry PPG industrial coatings?
Yes. Passonno Paints stocks a complete line of industrial products from PPG in addition to our own alkyd primers, metal coatings, and marine coatings. This gives our customers convenient access to a broad selection for different surfaces and performance requirements.
Can you match a specific paint color?
Yes. If you already have a color in mind, bring us a sample or swatch so that we can help match it. Custom colors are also available for commercial and industrial coatings when a project requires a particular appearance or specification.
Do you sell paint supplies in addition to coatings?
Absolutely. Our paint supplies store carries the tools and supplies that painting contractors and other customers need to complete their projects. That means you can find coatings and essential application supplies in one convenient place.
Do you have paints for high-traffic commercial spaces?
Yes. We carry commercial coatings for demanding environments, including floor coatings, epoxies, polyurethanes, and other durable finishes. The best choice will depend on the surface, traffic level, required resistance, and conditions within the building.
Can you supply paint for apartment complexes and new construction?
Yes. We serve apartment complexes, new construction projects, healthcare facilities, institutions, government buildings, and other commercial properties. Our commercial paint store offers contractor-grade products and specialized coatings for a variety of project requirements.
Do you carry interior and exterior residential paints?
Yes. We offer 100% acrylic interior and exterior paints along with floor and patio enamel, stains, varnishes, roof coatings, foundation coatings, driveway sealer, pool coatings, and other specialty products. Our interior and exterior options can help you protect surfaces while achieving the look you want.
Can you help me choose paint colors for my home?
Yes. Passonno Paints has a decorator on staff who provides in-store color and palette consultations. Whether you are refreshing one room or planning a larger update, we can help you narrow down colors that complement your space.
Do you offer coatings for regional weather conditions?
Yes. Our proprietary 100% acrylic exterior coatings are formulated with the Albany region’s harsh winters in mind. We also offer products for a range of exterior surfaces where durability and protection from changing conditions are important.
Can painting contractors request quotes for upcoming jobs?
Yes. Painting contractors can contact Passonno Paints to discuss their project and request a quote for the paints, coatings, tools, and supplies they need. This can be especially helpful when planning material requirements for larger residential, commercial, or institutional projects.
Does Passonno Paints work with government agencies and municipalities?
Yes. Passonno Paints has a corporate partnership with New York State Industries for the Disabled (NYSID), which offers surface coatings as Preferred Source Commodities to eligible customers. These customers include state and local government entities, public benefit corporations, school and fire districts, and certain educational institutions.
What is your service area?
Passonno Paints proudly serves customers throughout Albany, Schenectady, Troy, and surrounding communities in New York. Our factory office and retail paint supplies store is located at 500 Broadway in Watervliet.
Where can I buy Passonno Paints products?
You can visit our factory office and retail store in Watervliet to shop for residential, commercial, and industrial paints, coatings, and supplies. Our team can help you compare products and select an option for your particular application.
Find the Right Paint and Coatings for Your Next Project
Whether you need dependable commercial coatings, specialized products from an industrial paint center, or everyday painting tools and materials, Passonno Paints is ready to help. Contact us today or visit our paint supplies store to discuss your project and find the products you need to get the job done.






