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January 19, 2009

CertainTeed Tackles Industry Trends, Showcases New Products at the 2009 International Builders’ Show®

(Valley Forge, Pa.) – At the 2009 International Builders’ Show® (IBS), CertainTeed Corporation is taking a new, multi-faceted approach in showcasing the company’s interior and exterior building products. At the CertainTeed exhibit (C4847) — a thematic display driven by today’s building industry trends — attendees will be introduced to innovative new products and witness live radio broadcasts of HOME Live. In addition, CertainTeed product installations are featured in the NexGen “Urban Living” Home and The New American Home 2009.

“Our presence at IBS aligns CertainTeed products with key trends in the building industry, such as energy efficiency, acoustics, green, performance and lifestyle living,” says Eric Nilsson, Vice President, Corporate Marketing for CertainTeed. “We are looking beyond the benefits of a single product and focusing on how products best work together to tackle many of today’s important building issues.”

Energy Efficiency, Performance, Sustainability and Lifestyle comprise the key themes of the CertainTeed exhibit, demonstrating how the company’s wide array of products can serve as solutions to challenges building professionals face. Attendees interested in Energy Efficiency will learn how insulation, solar reflective roofing shingles, insulated vinyl siding and foundation-related products can be used collectively to enhance the thermal performance of a home. In the Performance section of the exhibit, CertainTeed focuses on acoustics, moisture management and weather resistance as well as the company’s more than 20 high-quality products with exceptional performance in these areas. For those interested in green building, the Sustainability section aligns CertainTeed products with LEED® and the NAHB Green Building Program guidelines. And, for the ultimate in aesthetic appeal, the Lifestyle section features innovative designs that incorporate the high aesthetic appeal of the company’s fence, railing, deck, roofing, siding, and exterior trim products, while also focusing on the products that can be used to build comfortable inside living environments.

Located outside of the main entrance at IBS, the NextGen “Urban Living” Home features CertainTeed WeatherBoardsTM FiberCement Siding with ColorMaxTM Finishing System in Newport Taupe, bringing rich color and texture to the exterior of the 2,000 square foot home. Made with more than 30 percent recycled content, WeatherBoards contributes to the sustainability of the home and qualifies toward credits for LEED and the NAHB Green Building Program. For more information regarding the NexGen Home, visit .

CertainTeed® Fiber Glass Insulation and ProRoc® Gypsum Board and Finishing Products are featured in The New American Home 2009. Designed to serve as a laboratory, educational tool and product showcase, the 8,700 square foot, net zero energy home is open for tours to all IBS attendees. Additional information about the home can be found at .

In regard to new products, CertainTeed is showcasing the following at IBS:

Exterior Products:

Cedar Impressions® NaturalsTM Polymer Shake Siding — The newest addition to CertainTeed’s family of polymer shake siding products, Cedar Impressions Naturals feature the authentic look of cedar wood treated with a semi-transparent stain. Made of durable injection molded polypropylene, the shake siding has a rugged texture and revealing deep shadows that highlight the subtle variations in color. Cedar Impressions Naturals is available in three styles – Double 7-inch Straight Edge Perfection Shingles, Double 7-inch Straight Edge Rough-Split Shakes and Double 9-inch Rough-Split Shakes. Each style is designed with a TrueTexture™ finish molded from real cedar shingles for an authentic look and is offered in three beautiful shades: Cedar Blend, Rustic Blend and Driftwood Blend.

WeatherBoardsTM FiberCement Perfection Shingles with Shadowline — Currently only available in the Western Region of the U.S., WeatherBoards Perfection Shingles with Shadowline bring a new dimension to fiber cement siding with the addition of a shadow line for a more defined look. Offering the realistic look of natural cedar shake, WeatherBoards is available in 12-foot lap boards for easy installation with six premium stain options. Made using a combination of more than 30 percent recycled fly ash, Portland cement, wood fiber and specialty additives, WeatherBoards is ideal for green building projects.

Bufftech® ChesterfieldTM Privacy Fence with CertaStucco in Almond — CertainTeed is delivering greater design flexibility with the addition of a neutral color, Almond, to its line of Chesterfield with CertaStucco vinyl privacy fence. A low-maintenance, cutting-edge alternative to stucco, Chesterfield with CertaStucco is easy to install, with less impact on homeowners since there is no mess or cost involved with digging a foundation or applying a finish. In addition, the new Almond color coordinates seamlessly with deck, railing, siding and trim colors, while also complementing stone and brick wall finishes.

Interior Products:

T-RocTM Thermal Laminate Foundation Insulation System — T-Roc Thermal Laminate Foundation Insulation System offers a cost-effective, innovative solution for insulating and finishing below-grade poured concrete walls. Comprised of GlasRoc® paperless gypsum board and a high R-value expanded polystyrene foam insulation, T-Roc composite panels install easily and eliminate the need for stud frame out, batt insulation and drywall. T-Roc is available in 8- or 9-foot high panels with foam thickness of up to 3-inches. Once installed the panels do not require finishing, however mesh tape and setting compounds as well as interior paint can be used for a more polished look.

CertaSprayTM Foam Insulation-- As the newest CertainTeed insulation product to achieve International Code Council (ICC-ES) approval, CertaSpray Open-Cell Foam Insulation consists of a two-component polyurethane foam insulation that is sprayed into a building cavity and quickly expands to fill every opening that can potentially leak air. By reducing air leakage, CertaSpray minimizes hot and cold spots and provides outstanding comfort and indoor air quality by impeding the penetration of moisture and outdoor allergens. CertaSpray is appropriate for whole house applications, or in combination with fiberglass, and is backed by CertainTeed’s Building Science program, providing access to technical experts and best-practices for superior thermal performance. CertaSpray is also available in a closed-cell formula, which recently achieved GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality and GREENGUARD Children & Schools certification.

GlasRoc® Tile Backer — With the introduction of GlasRoc Tile Backer by CertainTeed Gypsum, building professionals can protect walls, ceilings and countertops in high-moisture areas with the highest level of mold-resistance for residential and commercial applications. GlasRoc Tile Backer features Embedded Glass Reinforced Gypsum (EGRG™) technology that combines reinforcing glass mats, fully-embedded into a water-resistant gypsum core, and a gray textured acrylic coating on the face. GlasRoc Tile Backer eliminates the need for the separate moisture barrier required for conventional cement boards, provides a flat and uniform substrate that resists delamination and can be scored and cut with a standard utility knife.

Adagio™ Hybrid Acoustical Ceiling Panel — Featuring the most superior acoustical performance in the market, Adagio’s hybrid design combines the sound absorption of high-density fiberglass with the sound containment qualities of mineral fiber. This hybrid design eliminates the need for full height wall partitions that can add complexity and cost to construction. Adagio delivers premium aesthetics with its Overtone® finish that combines beauty, durability and enhanced light reflectance.

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About CertainTeed

Through innovation and creative product design, CertainTeed has helped shape the building products industry for more than 100 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm made its slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," which quickly inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed® is North America’s leading brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, windows, fence, decking, railing, trim, foundations, pipe, insulation, gypsum, ceilings and access covers.

Headquartered in Valley Forge, Pa., CertainTeed and its affiliates have more than 7,000 employees and more than 70 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. In 2007 the group had total sales of more than $3 billion.

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For more information contact:

Michael B. Loughery, CertainTeed

(610) 341-7328

mike.b.loughery@saint-

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