Founded in 1884, the Painting and Decorating Contractors of America is the oldest trade association representing professional decorating and painting contractors. PDCA's Mission is to lead the industry by providing quality products, programs, services, and opportunities essential to the success of its members.

PDCA members are committed to leading the coatings industry to the highest levels of performance and professionalism. All members of the PDCA are required to abide by the nationally accepted PDCA Code of Ethics

The PDCA is the only association providing the professional with the most current information on emerging trends in the coatings application industry. Through the PDCA's monthly newsletter, bi-monthly magazine, regional and national trade shows, PDCA online and technical services department, PDCA provides its members with the latest information on coatings and their use.

The PDCA is the only association developing industry-specific publications and videos essential to successful business practices. PDCA provides the resources necessary to manage a successful painting company

The PDCA is the only association addressing the painting contractor's need for a qualified workforce. PDCA has tackled the manpower shortage facing today's painting contractor by taking active roles in developing craft curriculum for use in the painting industry. PDCA's commitment to recruit and train a qualified workforce provides the contractor with excellent training materials for the continuous education of their employees.

PDCA - The only association focusing on legislative affairs that directly affect the painting and decorating contractor. While working with the EPA and OSHA on paint regulations, health and safety issues, and monitoring environmental restrictions on paint, PDCA is actively representing the interests of all painting contractors.

If you are a painting contractor, the PDCA is YOUR trade association. It is your resource for education, business management tools, technical information, group discounts, seminars, conventions and networking with other painting contractors and suppliers.