BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (Sept. 29, 2009) – Whirlpool Corporation recently announced that its Senior Account Manager of the Southern States Division, Jamie Stroud, has earned a Certified Green Professional (CGP) designation from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The CGP distinction recognizes Stroud as a building industry professional with knowledge of the best strategies for incorporating green building principles into home building. “We are proud to announce Jamie’s most recent accomplishment, which reinforces our commitment to being a comprehensive resource for building sustainably,” said Tracy Frye, senior contract marketing manager at Whirlpool Corporation. “Her new designation helps to distinguish the company as a knowledgeable source for the sustainable construction and building community.” The CGP curriculum incorporates training by leading building industry practitioners on a range of topics, including strategies for incorporating green building principles into homes using cost-effective methods of construction, and how green homes provide homeowners with lower maintenance and good indoor air quality. Stroud is required to maintain the designation by completing 12 hours of continuing education every three years, a portion of which pertains to green building activities. About Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation works to exceed expectations with appliances that help building professionals create homes of distinction. The company’s The Inside Advantage(TM) Program offers Powerful Brands, Innovative Products, Targeted Services and Market Insight to support building professionals. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of approximately $19 billion in 2008, 70,000 employees, and 67 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, 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 building professionals, please visit insideadvantage.com or call 1-800-952-2537. Follow The Inside Advantage(TM) on Twitter at http://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/twitter.com/InsideAdvantage.

MIDDLEFIELD, OHIO – Sept. 28, 2009 – KraftMaid Cabinetry is now offering several new digital collections of room models to inspire and encourage designers and other Google(R) SketchUp(TM) users. Available via the Google SketchUp 3D Warehouse, the showcase features completed kitchen designs using KraftMaid(R) cabinets. In addition, KraftMaid will be adding more inspiring room designs and collections, including bathrooms, home offices, laundry rooms and other areas of the home. Designs in the new collections include universal design solutions, award-winning projects, kitchen island concepts, projects by NKBA designers and more. Each 3-D model in the Design Concepts Collection will display overall dimensions and notes about the specific KraftMaid cabinets used. Designers also can customize the models to make designs of their own. When models are downloaded in the new SketchUp Version 7.1 or Version 7, the cabinet doors and drawers open, so users can virtually experience each vignette. “KraftMaid created this showcase of designs to inspire kitchen and bath designers, as well as connect with the broader design community and consumers,” said Mark Johnson, FAIA, director of sales & marketing education at KraftMaid. “In the past, a client’s major communication tool was an assortment of picture clippings from magazines. Now that clients are accessing the Internet for ideas, we hope these 3-D designs will become an exciting new source of ideas and inspiration for designers and their clients.” Calling All Designers The KraftMaid collections of 3-D room models will continue to grow with designs created by KraftMaid’s team of expert designers. Plus, design professionals and even KraftMaid fans are invited to submit their SketchUp projects, ranging anywhere in size from an entire home to a small closet. KraftMaid may add the design to one of the Google 3D Warehouse collections, credit the designer’s work, and provide a link back to his or her Web site, Linkedin profile, or Facebook page. Google SketchUp was developed to provide quick 3-D forms for conceptual stages of design, including a repository of 3-D objects that accelerate the design process, called the Google 3D Warehouse. SketchUp models can be converted into all major CAD products without having to draw designs twice. To download these room models from the Google 3D Warehouse, visit http://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/sketchup.google.com/3dwarehouse and search “Collections” using the key words, “KraftMaid Cabinetry by MASCO.” About KraftMaid Cabinetry For more that 40 years, KraftMaid Cabinetry has been one of the nation’s largest manufacturers of semi-custom cabinetry. Today, KraftMaid continues to lead the industry in innovation and design with an extensive product selection featuring more than 100 trend-in door styles and more than 45 furniture-quality finish options. In 1990, KraftMaid was purchased by Masco Corporation of Taylor, Michigan, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of brand-name consumer products for the home and family. KraftMaid(R) is the anchor brand of the Masco Retail Cabinet Group. All KraftMaid Cabinetry carries a limited lifetime warranty and is Environmental Stewardship Program-certified by the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association. KraftMaid is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council and has earned the ISO 14001:2004 Certification for its sustainable manufacturing processes. KraftMaid cabinetry is available through an extensive distributor and dealer network. For more information, visit www.kraftmaid.com or call 440-632-5333.

Hampshire, IL – W. R. MEADOWS has recently launched AIR-SHIELD JOINT FILLER, their newest product to support their popular AIR-SHIELD line of air barriers. AIR-SHIELD JOINT FILLER is a pre-mixed, cold-applied, single-component joint filler specifically designed to fill exterior sheathing joints in applications using AIR-SHIELD LM and AIR-SHIELD LMP water-based air barrier products, as well as standard AIR-SHIELD “peel and stick” membrane. AIR-SHIELD JOINT FILLER is designed to work with the AIR-SHIELD line of products to create a cohesive, seamless seal between joints in exterior sheathing. The appropriate AIR-SHIELD product can then be applied to create a positive, monolithic, permanent seal to protect the structure from moisture intrusion. This complete seal is a key component to keep the structure safe from the intrusion of damaging moisture, especially in joints, where even the slightest void can result in building envelope failure. When used with AIR-SHIELD LMP permeable air barrier, the use of AIR-SHIELD JOINT FILLER will not affect the product’s water vapor permeance. AIR-SHIELD JOINT FILLER is premixed and easy to apply. The product has excellent cohesive and adhesive strengths, and forms a complete building envelope protective shield when used with the AIR-SHIELD line of fluid-applied air barriers. The product is designed to fill gaps and voids larger than ¼”. For more information on AIR-SHIELD JOINT FILLER, call (847) 214-2100, e-mail info@wrmeadows.com, or visit www.wrmeadows.com.

Hampshire, IL - W. R. MEADOWS, INC. will be exhibiting at Greenbuild International Conference and Expo Booth #5018 in Phoenix, Arizona on November 11 – 13, 2009. W. R. MEADOWS designs, manufactures and markets high quality products and systems for today’s construction professionals. Products are sold through our authorized distribution network. We have multiple branch locations throughout North America, and our products are available in overseas markets as well. Our products cover every facet of the construction industry – from protecting and sealing concrete, expansion joints, and concrete restoration, to blocking the ingress of moisture through the building envelope, we’re there. W. R. MEADOWS is committed to producing environmentally friendly/responsible products and systems that meet or exceed the latest EPA standards and guidelines. W. R. MEADOWS offers VOC-compliant solvent- and water-based products to meet every need of the construction industry. This GREEN LINE of environmentally friendly products was developed to protect your work and our world. The use of W. R. MEADOWS green products can contribute to the LEED Certification of a building/project. W. R. MEADOWS products are listed in the BuildingGreen Inc.’s GreenSpec Directory and in CSI’s GreenFormat. The GreenSpec Directory lists product descriptions for environmentally preferable products. GreenFormat is a web-based CSI format that provides a standardized framework for identifying the sustainable properties of building products. Check out the W. R. MEADOWS product page to view all of our listings. W. R. MEADOWS is a member of both the U.S. Green Building Council and the Canada Green Building Council.

BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (September 10, 2009) – The new Whirlpool Gold(R) free-standing double oven is heating things up with an upper oven that uses 50 percent less energy and preheats in half the time, compared to a full size oven. Using the same cutout space as a range, homeowners can bake at two separate temperatures simultaneously. Additionally, with the double oven’s combined 6.3 cu. ft. capacity, it’s possible to bake a cake, slow roast a turkey with all the side dishes and have all of these ready by mealtime. According to previous Whirlpool Corporation research, the top unmet consumer need when it comes to cooking is energy efficiency. A recent survey revealed 84 percent of consumers said energy – not water or time – is most important to them when it comes to home appliance efficiency." “The Whirlpool brand double oven range provides homeowners with the benefits of a double oven without the built-in cost,” said Tracy Frye, contract senior marketing manager at Whirlpool Corporation. “Whether cooking two different things at once or making smaller meals that do not require heating a full-size oven, homeowners can save time, money and energy.” In addition to the Whirlpool Gold double oven range’s ability to bake, broil and warm in the upper oven, it can toast, eliminating the need for a toaster/toaster oven and freeing up counter space. Both ovens feature the Precise Clean(TM) cycle, which will automatically determine the length of cleaning time needed based on the number of times the oven has been used since the last self-cleaning cycle. The range’s eco-friendly Schott Ceran(R) cooktop contains no toxic heavy metals and minimizes cleanup with a smooth glass surface that withstands intense heat without cracking or chipping. In addition to a 6-inch warming zone on the cooktop, both ovens are also equipped with Sabbath mode, which will not automatically shut off after 12 hours and can maintain a set temperature for extended periods of time. The Whirlpool Gold double oven range is available in white, black and stainless steel. Methodology* This survey was conducted online within the United States by Harris Interactive via its QuickQuery(SM) online omnibus service on behalf of Whirlpool Corporation between December 29 and 31, 2008, among 2,042 U.S. adults aged 18 years and older. Results were weighted as needed for region, age within gender, education, household income and race/ethnicity. Propensity score weighting was also used to adjust for respondents’ propensity to be online. No estimates of theoretical sampling error can be calculated; a full methodology is available. About Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation works to exceed expectations with appliances that help building professionals create homes of distinction. The company’s The Inside Advantage(TM) Program offers Powerful Brands, Innovative Products, Targeted Services and Market Insight to support building and design professionals. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of approximately $19 billion in 2008, 70,000 employees, and 67 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, 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 building professionals, please visit insideadvantage.com or call 1-800-952-2537.

Company's Sustainable Business Practices Recognized for Fifth Consecutive Year BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (Sept. 10, 2009) – Whirlpool Corporation today announced it has been named to the 2009/2010 Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), an international stock portfolio that evaluates corporate performance using economic, environmental, and social criteria. This is the fifth year in a row that Whirlpool has been named to a Dow Jones Sustainability Index. “We are proud to be recognized by one of the world's most comprehensive reviews of sustainable business practices for five consecutive years,” said Jeff M. Fettig, Whirlpool Corporation's chairman and CEO. “Our ability to be included on this Index stems from the efforts of Whirlpool employees. I am proud of the people at Whirlpool who make our long-term commitment to social responsibility a reality.” Whirlpool Corporation has conducted business with integrity and given back to the communities in which it operates since its founding in 1911, long before sustainability became a focus of business and society. Nearly 40 years ago, the company established a corporate office for environmental control and, in 2003, Whirlpool became the world's first appliance manufacturer to announce a global greenhouse gas reduction target. Recently, the company announced that by 2015, it will make all the electronically controlled appliances it produces – everywhere in the world – capable of receiving and responding to signals from smart grids. Launched in 1999, the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes are the first global indexes tracking the financial performance of the leading sustainability-driven companies worldwide. Based on the cooperation of Dow Jones Indexes, STOXX Limited and SAM they are intended to provide asset managers with reliable and objective benchmarks to manage sustainability portfolios. Companies are selected for the DJSI based on a thorough assessment of general and industry-specific sustainability criteria including corporate governance, environmental performance, labor practices, and community development. The analyses are verified by an external auditor. Further information on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes can be found at www.sustainability-indexes.com. About Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation works to exceed expectations with appliances that help building professionals create homes of distinction. The company’s The Inside Advantage(TM) Program offers Powerful Brands, Innovative Products, Targeted Services and Market Insight to support building and design professionals. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of approximately $19 billion in 2008, 70,000 employees, and 67 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, 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 building professionals, please visit insideadvantage.com or call 1-800-952-2537.

October 14th and 15th at the Carpenter Training Center in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. The Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters today announced a free two-day Continuing Education Training & Industry Networking Event for architects, engineers, designers, specifiers, firm production staff, facility managers and students on Wednesday and Thursday, October 14th and 15th, 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the 282,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Carpenter Training Center in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. More than 30 free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from industry leaders will be offered. Complete event/class information, available credits and CEU registration is conveniently available online at www.ceu.chicap.org. The CEU presentations will be credited. A free breakfast and lunch will be provided each day. Shuttles will provide continuous round-trip access from the free parking area to the training center main building and annex. Every hour on Wednesday and Thursday, one-hour CEU-credited guided tours of the Carpenter Training Center will be offered for AIA, CSI, ALA, IIDA and ASID CEU credit. Groups of carpentry apprentices will be receiving their scheduled weekly training in the various facility shops, allowing participants to observe proper training and hands-on installations, in addition to new techniques, tools, materials, and products. Carpentry mockups throughout the facility will demonstrate the carpentry areas of expertise. Wednesday morning will feature a presentation pertaining to Life Cycle assessment, the blueprint for sustainability. Wednesday will feature the introduction to the LEED Rating System. Thursday morning will feature two one-hour special economic presentations from a senior economist with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and the director of the Chicago Region, Metrostudy. There will be no CEU credits for these two talks. On both days, manufacturers and suppliers will be discussing and demonstrating products at numerous exhibit booths. The expanding list of exhibitors is available online at www.ceu.chicap.org. The Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters represents over 47,000 men and women working throughout 81 counties in Northern Illinois, Southeast Wisconsin, and Eastern Iowa. Members of the Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters include carpenters with these specialties: General Carpenter, Residential Carpenter, Exhibit and Display Installer, Interior Systems Carpenter, Lather, Cabinetmaker and Millworker, Flooring Installer, Pile Driver, Millwright, Insulation Installer, Roofer and Siding Installer. Since 1881 The Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters has been a positive force in building communities and improving the lives of its skilled members and their families.

BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (Sept. 1, 2009) – McStain Neighborhoods and Brock Built have both been selected to receive a Whirlpool Corporation Excellence in Sustainability award for their sustainable insight in the building community. The award recognizes recent projects that demonstrate sustainable building practices, as defined by LEED(R) and NAHB guidelines, while featuring sustainable appliances from Whirlpool Corporation's portfolio of brands. The Excellence in Sustainability awards are part of the Whirlpool Corporation Green Touch(TM) Program, which helps make it easier to design, build and market sustainable homes. The program provides builders with a variety of practical solutions to help make a sustainable difference, such as sustainable products, design tools and marketing assistance. "How you build makes a major impact on your community and the world. While many builders are just learning sustainable building practices, McStain and Brock Built are excellent role models, representing the future of residential building," said Tom Halford, general manager of contract sales and marketing at Whirlpool Corporation. McStain Neighborhoods is one of only a few Colorado builders to make a 100 percent commitment to the ENERGY STAR(R) program. ENERGY STAR-labeled homes are designed to generally perform 20 to 30 percent more efficiently than the typical home. McStain is also partnering with Denver Water and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to achieve optimum water efficiency in its current Denver-area residential project, EastPark Homes in Lowry. This partnership is part of Water Wise, a new pilot study for the EPA's WaterSense program, which is designed to rate the efficiency of water fixtures and appliances inside new homes. East Park homes are outfitted with highly efficient appliance packages from Whirlpool Corporation. McStain is one of only nine U.S. green builders chosen to participate in the WaterSense pilot study. Atlanta's largest intown homebuilder, Brock Built Homes, recently teamed up with EarthCraft to build The Green House — a sustainable showcase home designed to educate the public about environmentally friendly living. Brock Built has a reputation for building quality homes that improve the surrounding community. The Green House is no exception; the home was recently auctioned off with proceeds benefiting the local not-for-profit Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. A Jenn-Air(R) kitchen appliance suite and a Whirlpool(R) Duet(R) washer and dryer pair contribute to the home's sustainability. With more ENERGY STAR qualified appliances than any other appliance manufacturer from its portfolio of brands, Whirlpool Corporation provides numerous appliance packages that save water and energy. About McStain McStain Neighborhoods is a Colorado-based developer and homebuilder recognized both regionally and nationally for its environmentally responsible community design and building practices. For more than 43 years, McStain has created neighborhoods of enduring value that connect people to each other and to the natural environment on Colorado's Front Range. McStain Neighborhoods is also the only homebuilder invited to build in all of Denver's premier redevelopment projects, including Lowry, Stapleton, Belmar and Platt Park. For more information about McStain, visit mcstain.com or call 303-494-5900. About Brock Built Brock Built has been making an impact on the Atlanta residential real estate community for more than two decades. Steve Brock, founder, established Brock Built with a mission to build superior homes at an exceptional value for his customers, while improving on the surrounding community at large. With a focus on the Westside of Atlanta, the Brock Built goal is not to change existing communities but to recreate them into more livable environments, where current residents and new homeowners can feel at home. To date, Steve Brock has built more than 1,000 homes in Atlanta. For more information on Brock Built communities or The Green House, visit brockbuilt.com or call 404-351-7555. About Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation works to exceed expectations with appliances that help building professionals create homes of distinction. The company's The Inside Advantage(TM) Program offers Powerful Brands, Innovative Products, Targeted Services and Consumer Insight to support building professionals. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of approximately $19 billion in 2008, 70,000 employees, and 67 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, 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 building professionals, please visit insideadvantage.com or call 1-800-253-3977.