Hampshire, IL – DECK-O-SHIELD from is a ready-to-use, water-base sealer/water repellant for natural stone, concrete, and masonry surfaces. DECK-O-SHIELD is designed for use as a sealer/water repellent on waterfalls in or around swimming pools; the product will limit the penetration of water into structurally sound, crack-free surfaces. The product also can be used as a sealer/water repellant for natural stone or concrete decks, walkways, or patios; virtually any area located near or around swimming pool areas. A DECK-O-SHIELD treated surface will inhibit the penetration of salts into the surface, reducing “whitening” or staining. DECK-O-SHIELD weatherproofs and protects virtually all waterfalls, decks, porches, patios, and walkways around pools, including the following surfaces: natural stone, mortar joints, concrete, brick, concrete block, and stucco. Another advantage DECK-O-SHIELD provides is that the product will not alter the color or tint of the surface after application. There is no need for worry when applying DECK-O-SHIELD, because the product will have no adverse effects on surface appearance after application. DECK-O-SHIELD is packaged in one-gallon cans and five-gallon pails. For more information, contact DECK-O-SEAL, A division of W. R. MEADOWS®, INC. at P.O. Box 397, Hampshire, Illinois 60140; phone: (800) 542-POOL; fax: (847) 214-2268; e-mail: sales@deckoseal.com or visit www.deckoseal.com.

BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (January 3, 2007) - The Whirlpool Corporation program for building professionals, The Inside Advantage(TM), will offer a dedicated section on its Web site to keep the building community abreast of the company's products and programs being showcased during the 2007 International Builders' Show (IBS). The IBS section of insideadvantage.com will be available via the homepage on January 29. During the show, the site will feature daily videos from the booth of the latest offerings from Jenn-Air, KitchenAid, Maytag, Whirlpool, Amana and Gladiator brands. Content will continuously be updated before, during and after the show. "With the addition of Jenn-Air, Maytag and Amana brands, this will be Whirlpool Corporation's biggest show to date. In fact, we're the largest exhibitor at IBS," said Tracy Frye, contract marketing manager at Whirlpool Corporation. "With so much to take in, we want to be sure builders get a taste before the show of what they'll want to see. And after the show, they'll still be able to find all the information they need, even if they could not attend." Whirlpool Corporation will be at booth #W-701 during IBS, February 7-10, 2007, at the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando. Relaunched in July 2006, insideadvantage.com is different from the company's corporate Web site in that it was designed to specifically meet the needs of trade partners. Whether seeking specs on the latest product innovations, industry trends, ENERGY STAR(R) qualified product information or special services, building pros can easily find what they need to make their jobs easier. Whirlpool Corporation introduced The Inside Advantage(TM) nearly a decade ago to meet the specific needs of its trade partners. The Inside Advantage(TM) allows trade partners to leverage the strength of powerful brands that consumers recognize, innovative products, consumer insight, and targeted services, all from one company. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of more than $19 billion, more than 80,000 employees, and more than 60 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Jenn-Air, KitchenAid, Maytag, Whirlpool, Amana, Gladiator, Brastemp, Bauknecht and other major brand names to consumers in nearly every country around the world. For more information on Whirlpool Corporation and its offerings for architects and design professionals, please visit www.insideadvantage.com or call 1-800-253-3977.

December 27, 2006 Manhattan, Kansas – Regulatory changes in the construction industry are nothing new, however, the Postal specification governing wall-mounted mailboxes hasn’t changed for more than 30 years…until now. The new 4C Postal specification requires a bigger footprint for wall-mounted mailboxes due to the larger size of the resident compartments and parcel locker requirements. Professionals involved in design and construction of multi-family housing and commercial buildings requiring Postal delivery are required to specify mailbox systems that comply with the new USPS STD-4C specification for any new construction or major renovation with building permits issued on or after October 5, 2006. The new STD-4C reflects changing customer mailing habits, larger mail and package trends as well as a desire for increased protection for mail. It includes the following physical and structural changes for centralized wall-mounted mailboxes: - Requires larger compartment form factor (12″w × 15″d × 3″h) – nearly twice the size of the previous standard - Introduces a parcel locker requirement of 1:10 parcel locker to customer compartment ratio - Strengthens security for entire receptacle including customer compartment lock design - Units must be designed for indoor or outdoor use - Meets Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards Auth-Florence Manufacturing has developed a full line of USPS Approved STD-4C compliant mailbox systems. Florence versatile™ 4C mailbox suites are modular in nature in multiple sizes and configurations to make it easy and efficient to create a customized mailbox system for any facility. Each 4C “suite” includes modules of the same height that designers can mix-n-match to effortlessly complete projects of all sizes. The Florence versatile™ 4C product line comes in nine powdercoat finishes to compliment any application. If you have questions about the new Postal regulation and how it affects your next project, contact a Florence representative in your area. You can call (800) 275-1747 or find us at www.auth-florence.com. Company Background and Web Resources: Auth-Florence Manufacturing, A Florence Corporation Company, is an ISO 2001 registered company with more than 100 years of industry expertise. Auth-Florence is the single-source supplier of Cluster Box Units and Outdoor Parcel Lockers to the U.S. Postal Service. For more information about Auth-Florence products and the new USPS STD-4C mailbox specification, please visit www.auth-florence.com. You will find downloadable resources and product information related to the new 4C specification. In addition, www.auth-florence.com/architectural includes downloadable 3-part product specifications, full color brochures, CAD ready drawings and a link to our exclusive “4C Configurator” where you can easily design your own custom 4C mailbox layout using drag-n-drop functionality and immediately receive a .dxf file via email. To find these documents or to locate a Florence Dealer or Auth-Florence sales representative to assist you in learning more about the USPS STD-4 specification visit www.auth-florence.com/architectural.