There are several dealers in painters' equipment and supplies in Perkins. It refers to paint spray guns, brushes and rollers that are required for the purpose of painting. Painters' equipment also includes scaffolds and ladders, needed for climbing during paint works. Painting supplies includes drop cloths, plastic sheets, tapes, patching compounds and fillers. Solvents, removers, drying compounds and safety equipment worn by painters form an important part of their tools. These tools make the painter’s job more productive and efficient. Painters either work alone as freelancers or work with a paint contractor. Painters also refer to painting artists. The supplies needed by painters include colours (water, oil or acrylic), canvas and easel for painting.