Dalton Enterprises

What Dalton Enterprises does

Dalton Enterprises, Inc. is a privately held, family-owned specialty chemicals manufacturer founded in 1945 by Peter Dalton and headquartered in Cheshire, Connecticut. The company formulates, manufactures, and distributes pavement maintenance and recreational surface coatings, operating two distinct commercial brands: Latexite for consumer DIY products and Dalton Coatings for commercial/contractor products. Its core technology centers on polymer-modified asphalt emulsions, including proprietary chemistries such as water-activated asphalt repair (Quick Patch H2O), hot-apply elastomeric crack sealants (Crack-Stix and Pli-Stix), cold-weather curing sealers (ThermaSeal technology down to 40°F), and flexible polymer sealers (Ultra Flex). The portfolio spans blacktop sealers, patch and repair products, surface preparation chemicals, contractor tools and melters, line striping paint, recreational coatings, and ice/snow melt products.

The company serves two parallel customer segments: DIY homeowners seeking to maintain residential driveways and walkways, and professional contractors plus municipalities responsible for parking lots, roads, highways, bridges, and airports. Consumer products are sold primarily through Home Depot stores and homedepot.com, with additional direct-to-consumer e-commerce at latexite.com. Commercial products are sold direct to contractors via daltoncoatings.com, and through six regional international distributors covering Canada, Australia/New Zealand, China, South Korea, and the Caribbean. Manufacturing and distribution are spread across four U.S. states (CT, GA, CA, IN), enabling nationwide freight coverage. Revenue derives entirely from one-time unit purchases of physical goods, with no subscription or recurring pricing model. All products are positioned as low/no-VOC and coal-tar-free.

Name

Dalton Enterprises

Legal name

Dalton Enterprises, Inc.

Website

https://latexite.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Dalton Enterprises is a family-owned specialty chemicals manufacturer founded in 1945 that formulates and distributes pavement maintenance and recreational coatings under the Latexite and Dalton Coatings brands, serving DIY homeowners via Home Depot and professional contractors via direct sales and international distributors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Cheshire

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Consumer DIY Products: Sale of driveway sealers, crack fillers, patch products, and accessories to homeowners through Home Depot retail stores and homedepot.com. Products sold in consumer-friendly sizes (1-5 gallon pails).
2. Commercial/Contractor Products: Sale of commercial-grade products including 55 gallon drums, line striping paints, recreational coatings, and bulk quantities to contractors through daltoncoatings.com website.
3. International Distribution: Products sold through international distributors in Canada, Australia/New Zealand, China, South Korea, Dominican Republic, and Panama.
4. Ice and Snow Melt: Seasonal products including 30lb pails, 40lb pails, and 40lb bags. Pallet quantities available through dedicated order form.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Dalton Enterprises manufactures and sells asphalt-based pavement maintenance products including driveway sealers, crack fillers, patch materials, and recreational surface coatings under its consumer Latexite brand and commercial Dalton Coatings brand. Products are sold in consumer sizes (1-5 gallon pails) through Home Depot and Home Depot online for DIY homeowners, and in commercial bulk sizes (55 gallon drums) directly to contractors through daltoncoatings.com.

Product overview

Dalton Enterprises (Latexite) offers a comprehensive portfolio of pavement maintenance and protection products for driveways, parking lots, and recreational surfaces. The product line consists of blacktop sealers (Ultra Shield, Airport Grade Plus, Dura Sand Mix, Acrylic Grade, Runway Formula, XL-1000 Commercial), patch and repair products (Quick Patch H2O, Super Patch, Trowel Patch, 2X Crack Fillers, Crack-Stix and Pli-Stix permanent crack fillers), surface preparation products (cleaners, degreasers, oil spot primers), tools (Seal-Right Squeegee, CSX torches), and winter products (ice and snow melt). Products are designed for both DIY homeowners and commercial contractors, with application methods ranging from simple squeeze tubes to professional torch-applied systems. All products are low/no VOC and coal tar free, with manufacturing facilities in Connecticut, Georgia, California, and Indiana.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Latex·ite: Primary brand for consumer DIY pavement maintenance products including driveway sealers and crack fillers
• Crack-Stix
• Plush
• Quick Patch
• Ultra Shield
• XL-1000

Products and services

• Latex·ite Ultra Shield Driveway Filler Sealer Top-of-the-line high-performance asphalt driveway sealer with advanced flexible polymer system, EZ-GEL fast-drying formula, ThermaSEAL cold-weather curing technology, and 10-year warranty for residential DIY driveway sealing.
• Latex·ite Airport Grade Plus Driveway Filler Sealer Commercial-strength polymer-modified asphalt emulsion sealer with low-VOC formula that fills hairline cracks (1/8 in. or less), backed by a 5-year warranty for residential driveways.
• Latex·ite Dura Sand Mix Driveway Filler Sealer Rubberized asphalt emulsion driveway sealer that fills hairline cracks and provides traction control with sand texture, backed by a 2-year warranty.
• Latex·ite Acrylic Grade Driveway Sealer High-performance acrylic formula driveway sealer applied with a roller, with easy soap-and-water cleanup, no odors, and resistance to oil, gasoline, and chemicals.
• Latex·ite Runway Formula Driveway Sealer Advanced polymer-modified asphalt-based driveway sealer with dual-polymer system for strength and flexibility, cold weather technology enabling application down to 4°C, backed by a 5-year warranty.
• XL-1000 55gal Commercial Grade Blacktop Sealer Fortified, rubberized non-skid blacktop sealer in 55-gallon commercial drum, average coverage 4,000 square feet per drum, coal tar free and PAH compliant, sold directly to contractors.
• Quick Patch H2O Water Activated Asphalt Repair Water-activated fast-setting asphalt or concrete patch product that is traffic-ready immediately and leaves a solid black texturized finish. The only 100% USA-sourced water-activated patch, outperforming others in certified lab testing.
• Latex·ite Super Patch Stone asphalt patch for potholes, large cracks, and joints; works on asphalt and concrete for year-round use, with asphalastic binders for maximum adhesion.
• Latex·ite Trowel Patch Smooth asphalt repair product for medium to large cracks, rough spots, and minor depressions, with patented cement-like formula, low VOC, and easy soap-and-water cleanup.
• Crack-Stix Permanent Asphalt and Concrete Crack Filler Permanent patented hot-apply crack and joint sealant featuring a proprietary modifier system that withstands direct heat without degradation. Elastomeric, self-leveling sealant for asphalt and concrete pavements, applied by inserting into crack and melting with direct heat. No VOCs. Available in black and gray versions in various roll lengths and diameters.
• Latex·ite Pli-Stix Permanent Asphalt Crack Filler Hot-apply permanent joint and crack filler in shorter roll format, available in black and gray for asphalt and concrete joints and cracks. Meets/exceeds ASTM C920-11, traffic-ready in 20 minutes, paintable with latex paint, masonry waterproofing paint, or 2-component high solids epoxy.
• Latex·ite 2X Premium Blacktop Crack Filler Premium blacktop crack filler formulated as an Acrylic Latex Rubber and Vinyl Polymer Blend, with a fast-dry additive that accelerates drying and curing time, for cracks up to 1/2 inch wide.
• Latex·ite 10.1 oz Driveway Crack Filler Combination of pure asphalts and rubber additives for maximum durability and flexibility in a squeeze tube. Fills cracks up to 1/2 inch in width, covering up to 32 feet with a 1/4 inch bead.
• Latex·ite Driveway Cleaner/Degreaser Detergent-based topical driveway cleaner in a power-wash bottle that cuts through oil, grease, and grime, designed as the ideal first step before sealing, covering up to 600 sq. ft.
• Latex·ite Oil Spot Primer Primer that seals over oil and gas spots to provide a strong bond between the driveway and new sealer. Applied with a paint brush and dry in 20 minutes.
• Latex·ite 18 inch Seal-Right Driveway Squeegee Patented contractor-grade squeegee (Patent #D1,000,946S) for proper driveway sealing, featuring 18-inch heavy duty 1/4 inch rubber blade, patented wing nut clamp metal bracket, and 60-inch wood handle.
• 32 inch CSX 900 Torch Extender Ergonomically designed torch extender for applying Pli-Stix and Crack-Stix without bending. Features trigger start with brass fuel valve, soft grip handle, and operates over an hour on a 14.1 oz cylinder. Lifetime guarantee.
• CSX PRO-MELT 1000 Torch Walk-behind torch for faster Crack-Stix and Pli-Stix application, melting product 4x faster than a hand-held torch. Steel construction with guide wheel, includes regulator and 20ft hose.
• Latex·ite Ice and Snow Melt High-performance ice and snow melt blend effective at temperatures as low as -18°F (-27°C). Pet and child friendly with no harmful chemicals and no powdery residue, using crystal flakes for fast-acting deicing. Available in 30lb pails, 40lb pails, and 40lb bags.
• Latex·ite 5 Gal Line Striping Paint White line striping paint in a 5-gallon container for parking lots and recreational surfaces, designed for commercial applications.
• Crack Rite Hot Pour Joint Sealant Melters Hot pour joint sealant melters in 10-gallon and 30-gallon sizes for contractor crack and joint sealant application.
• Dalton Tough Wipes Citrus-enhanced hand and surface cleaning wipes that remove driveway sealer, crack fillers, grease, grime, inks, paint, adhesives, tar, and caulk. Contains lanolin and Aloe to prevent skin dryness.

Quantifiable outcome

• Quick Patch H2O sets in 30 minutes, solid in 1 hour, and is traffic ready immediately
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, regional and minor.

• Home DepotcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary US retail partner for consumer Latexite products. Products available in Home Depot stores nationwide and on homedepot.com with free pickup option. Company ships from multiple locations (CT, GA, CA, IN) to ensure product availability. Featured dealer with dedicated product pages.
• National Concrete AccessoriesregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCanadian distributor for Latexite products. Located in Canada with national coverage.
• TPM CanadaregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCanadian distributor for Latexite products. Located in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada.
• Colas ContractingregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustralian and New Zealand distributor for Latexite products. Located in Queensland, Australia.
• Wuhan Derey Roadtech Co., Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese distributor for Latexite products. Located in Wuhan, China.
• Seum Road Construction Co., Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth Korean distributor for Latexite products. Located in Ansan City, Kyungki-Do, South Korea.
• Selladores CobianregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCaribbean distributor for Latexite products serving Dominican Republic and Panama markets.
• Tunnels to TowersminorOthersCharitable organization supported by Dalton Enterprises as part of community giving back initiatives.
• The Home Depot FoundationminorOthersFoundation supported by Dalton Enterprises through charitable giving and product donations.
• City of HopeminorOthersCancer research and treatment organization supported by Dalton Enterprises.
• Habitat for HumanityminorOthersHousing nonprofit supported by Dalton Enterprises as part of community giving programs.
• Boys & Girls ClubminorOthersYouth development organization supported by Dalton Enterprises.
• Queens Center for ProgressminorOthersOrganization supporting individuals with developmental disabilities supported by Dalton Enterprises.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Crafco: Crafco is a leading manufacturer of pavement preservation products including crack sealants, joint sealants, and patching materials. Its hot-applied sealant technology directly overlaps with Dalton's Crack-Stix and Pli-Stix product line.
• Gardner-Gibson: Gardner-Gibson manufactures Black Jack and Gardner brand asphalt sealers, roof coatings, and crack fillers. It is a direct peer to Dalton, competing across DIY retail channels with overlapping asphalt sealer and crack repair product portfolios.
• GemSeal: GemSeal manufactures pavement maintenance products including asphalt sealers, crack sealants, and traffic paints. It is a direct peer serving similar contractor and property-owner customers with overlapping formulations and product categories.
• SealMaster: SealMaster is one of the largest US manufacturers of pavement sealers, crack sealants, and repair products serving both contractors and DIY consumers. It is the most direct head-to-head competitor to Dalton's Latex·ite and Dalton Coatings product lines across sealers, fillers, and patch materials.
• Neyra Industries: Neyra Industries produces asphalt-based sealers, pavement coatings, and related maintenance products for commercial and residential applications. It is a direct peer to Dalton in the asphalt emulsion sealer and crack-fill categories.

Broad incumbents

• Sherwin-Williams: Sherwin-Williams is a major global coatings manufacturer with specialty pavement and industrial maintenance product lines. It is a broad incumbent that overlaps with Dalton in sealers and coatings but spans a far larger portfolio across paints, industrial finishes, and pavement products.
• Henry Company: Henry Company manufactures a broad range of building envelope products including roof coatings, waterproofing, and pavement-related sealers. It overlaps with Dalton in asphalt emulsion technology but operates as a larger, more diversified building products incumbent.
• PPG Industries: PPG is a global industrial and architectural coatings manufacturer with pavement marking and infrastructure maintenance product lines. It is a broad incumbent adjacent to Dalton's line striping paint and recreational coatings categories.
• Rust-Oleum: Rust-Oleum (owned by RPM International) is a broad coatings manufacturer with a DIY driveway and specialty coatings portfolio. It competes at the consumer end of the market with branded sealers and coatings, but operates as a much larger, more diversified incumbent.

Others

• Quikrete: Quikrete is a major US manufacturer of concrete, cement, and repair products sold through home improvement retailers including Home Depot. While its core is concrete rather than asphalt, it competes for adjacent shelf space and DIY contractor share-of-wallet with Dalton's patch and repair products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/latexite
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dalton-enterprises-inc
• Instagraminstagram.com/latexite

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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