Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Corporation (SWAFC) announced the opening of a new Houston-area branch at 1705 Garth Road, Baytown, Texas.

"Our goal is to open new branches that conveniently meet the needs of our collision repair customer base around the country and bring them greater value," said Tom Hablitzel, SWAFC president. "Each location features an improved merchandising mix, better product presentation and an interactive environment."

The store will feature a wider selection of SWAFC products, including ULTRA , AWX , HP Process and Planet Color, in displays making the products easy to locate. Computerized technical information about color selection and application will also be available, as will on-site technical support.

"We want to be the one-stop-shop for the automotive repair and refinish industry," Hablitzel said.

 For more information, visit www.sherwin-automotive.com or call (800) 798-5872.