A recent survey sponsored by OLYMPIC® Paints and Stains revealed that when it comes to do-it-yourself (DIY) projects, Americans plan to roll up their sleeves and get to work.

PITTSBURGH – A recent survey sponsored by OLYMPIC® Paints and Stains revealed that when it comes to do-it-yourself (DIY) projects, Americans plan to roll up their sleeves and get to work. In fact, 54 percent anticipate tackling a paint or exterior stain project in the next year and would like to help reduce their carbon footprint while doing so. However, nearly three-fourths (73 percent) of respondents believe buying paint products that are better for the environment means spending more money, according to the survey.

Environmentally friendly paint at an affordable price point isn’t the only thing consumers are asking for. The survey findings also revealed that consumers ranked durability (94 percent), ease of application (85 percent) and selection of colors (84 percent) as key decision points when making a paint purchase.

Additionally, the survey findings revealed that for consumers planning an exterior stain project, the ability to enhance the natural look of the wood (90 percent), durability (89 percent) and ease of application (85 percent) are the most important factors when making a purchase.