Marketplace: L&W Supply Corp. makes acquisition

L&W Supply Corp., a distributor of drywall, ceiling systems, steel framing and other building materials for contractors, has announced the acquisition of Rose & Walker Supply.

Rose & Walker is a five-branch distribution company based in Columbus. The family owned business started in 1986 and provides drywall products, metal studs, ceiling systems and insulation. Rose & Walker has branches in Bloomington, Columbus, Lafayette, Indianapolis and Terre Haute.

As a leading distributor of interior building products, the acquisition supports L&W Supply’s overall growth strategy. With this acquisition, L&W Supply will now operate 163 locations in 35 states.

L&W Supply is one of the nation’s largest distributors of wallboard, suspended ceiling tiles, steel studs, joint treatment, insulation, EIFS, fasteners and related building products. L&W Supply was acquired by ABC Supply in November 2016. Headquartered in Chicago, the company operates 163 branches in 35 states. More information about L&W is available at lwsupply.com.