At the ALLPRO 2026 Spring Buying Show, Paint & Decorating Retailer editor Lindsey Thompson explored the show floor, looking for new and exciting products. Here’s what she found:
Flake Epoxy Flooring | Torginol
Flake™ Flooring systems are renowned for their superior strength, chemical resistance and seamless finish. With a vast array of available blend options, there is a solution for any space. The flake epoxy flooring comes in over 140 color combinations.
“We will be putting an epoxy coating on our garage floor this spring, so not only did these kits catch my eye, they large amount of color combinations did as well. The epoxy comes in some of the coolest color combinations I’ve ever seen for floor epoxy kits.”
XMT-1 X-Design Medium Duty Auto-Lock Knife | Olfa
The OLFA XMT-1 features a fiberglass-reinforced body that offers exceptional strength and long-lasting performance. Its chemical-resistant handle is ideal for messy or paint-heavy workspaces, ensuring reliability in tough conditions. The wraparound, antislip grip provides superior comfort and control—even in wet or slippery environments—making it a dependable choice for extended use. The XMT-1 is equipped with a 0.45mm ultra-sharp black snap blade, engineered for clean, accurate cuts on materials like wallpaper, packaging, plastic sheeting and more.
“This medium-duty blade combines both strength and practicality. The knife includes a built-in metal pick—perfect for opening paint cans, removing outlet covers, scraping caulk and other utility tasks.”
Abatron Wood Restoration Kit | U-C Coatings
This conveniently packaged wood repair kit contains the essential products for restoring and repairing rotted, deteriorated or damaged wood. The kits are available in four sizes and contain LiquidWood Part A and Part B, WoodEpox Part A and Part B, and Abosolv. Each kit also contains disposable gloves, a putty knife, mixing sticks and instructions.
“These kits have everything you would need to take care of wood repair and restoration on your own. I love that kit includes not only the products needed for restoration but it also includes all the tools and detailed instructions.”
