CORONA, CALIFORNIA – January 15, 2010 – US Tile Announces the Addition of All-Weather, Lightweight ClayMax Clay Roofing Tile to its National Portfolio. ClayMax combines the superior features and benefits only US Tile can offer, with modern low profile double-barrel tile aesthetics. ClayMax is the only Lightweight, All-Weather clay tile in the US, weighing 590 pounds per square, making ClayMax ideal for reroof projects. ClayMax is also well suited for use on commercial, home owners associations and institutional projects where weight, durability, and cost are key considerations. ClayMax is designed and engineered for all weather climates include freeze-thaw conditions and snow loads. In addition, ClayMax is one of the most sustainable products on the market today. US Tile manufactures the only tile products in the world to receive the prestigious Cradle to Cradle certification for sustainability, and their products are available in Energy Star and CRRC Cool Roof rated colors. ClayMax is backed by the same limited lifetime warranty with fade and labor coverage all authentic US Tile Clay Roofing Products carry. Visit www.ustile.com for more information on All-Weather ClayMax and the complete line of authentic, sustainable US Tile clay roofing products.

Enhanced Whirlpool, Maytag and KitchenAid Brand Web Sites Help Consumers Locate Rebates for Energy-Efficient Appliance Purchases BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (Jan. 25, 2010) – Whirlpool Corporation continues its legacy of leadership in energy efficiency with the launch of an easy-to-use rebate finder tool on three of its brand Web sites – Whirlpool, Maytag and KitchenAid brands. As a manufacturer and marketer of more than 300 ENERGY STAR® qualified major appliances in the U.S. and Canada, Whirlpool Corporation created the tool to help consumers navigate and make the most of the “Cash for Appliances” rebate program. By entering a local zip code and appliance type, the online tool instantly informs the consumer of the amount of applicable state rebates through the federal program. While rebate terms and eligible products vary greatly, many states offer generous rebates for qualified washers, dishwashers and refrigerators. Additionally, the rebate finder will provide information on rebates from a consumer’s local utility company if available. “Cash for Appliances” is part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, a Department of Energy (DOE) program providing nearly $300 million to fund state-run rebate programs for consumer purchases of new ENERGY STAR® qualified appliances. “The ‘Cash for Appliances’ program is a great incentive for consumers to purchase new, energy-efficient appliances and retire their energy draining older appliances,” said Warwick Stirling, Whirlpool global director of energy and sustainability. “The rebate on the purchase of a new ENERGY STAR® qualified appliance is just the beginning of the savings. Ultimately, it’s an investment that will provide monthly savings on utility bills and benefit the environment through reduced energy and water use.” Beyond the Rebates Whirlpool brand leads the industry with the Resource Saver™ refrigerator, the most energy efficient side-by-side ever. It exceeds federal energy standards by 30 percent and consumes less energy annually than a 60-watt light bulb under continuous operation. According to the ENERGY STAR program, by replacing any refrigerator made before 1993 with a new ENERGY STAR® qualified model, consumers can save up to $65 per year in operating costs. ENERGY STAR® qualified washers are leaders in energy and water savings. Replacing a traditional top-load washer made before 2000 with a new ENERGY STAR® model can save consumers up to $135 per year according to the DOE. Whirlpool Corporation offers both front- and top-load high-efficiency washers. The Whirlpool brand Duet® front-load washer (model WFW9700V) uses 74 percent less water and 80 less energy saving up to $1,000 in lifetime water and energy costs.* The Maytag® Bravos® top-load washer can save the consumer up to $900 in lifetime water and energy costs.* Commitment to ENERGY STAR® Qualification As a leader in developing high-performance appliances which conserve resources, Whirlpool Corporation has been an ENERGY STAR® partner since 1998 most recently earning the ENERGY STAR® Sustained Excellence Award four in years in a row (2006-2009). This award is the most prestigious by the ENERGY STAR® program and given only to select organizations that have exhibited outstanding, ongoing leadership in their industries. Visit www.whirlpool.com, www.maytag.com or www.kitchenaid.com for more information. For detailed state-by-state information, visit the federal Web site at www.energysavers.gov and click on “state appliance rebate program.” 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™ 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 www.insideadvantage.com or call 1-800-952-2537.

BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (Jan. 12, 2010) – In addition to the latest appliances from Jenn-Air, KitchenAid, Maytag, Whirlpool, Amana and Gladiator brands during the 2010 International Builders’ Show(R)(IBS), Whirlpool Corporation is offering builders an overview on how the company is working better together with builders to help them build their businesses. Attendees of the show can tour The Inside Advantage™ section of the booth, an exhibit dedicated to new ways Whirlpool Corporation is investing in the building community. “The past couple of years in the building industry have been challenging, to say the least,” said Tracy Frye, senior contract marketing manager at Whirlpool Corporation. “We’ve positioned ourselves to meet the challenges of today’s marketplace, refocusing our people and processes around our trade customers. We’ve also invested in a complete continuum of support, resources and services to make it easier and more beneficial to do business with us.” The exhibit begins with a hands-on demonstration of The Inside Advantage(TM), which is designed to meet the needs of Whirlpool Corporation’s trade customers and other building and design professionals. More than a program, The Inside Advantage™ is defined by four pillars, which are demonstrated throughout the exhibit: · Powerful Brands – learn more about items of interest within each specific established brand; · Innovative Products – view unique products that entice homeowners and make it easy to specify, use and install Whirlpool Corporation appliances; · Market Insight – examples of how Whirlpool Corporation keeps its eye on housing trends and develops innovations and products to anticipate market demand, including products that meet universal design, open floor plan, sustainable, multi-cultural and generational customers and other needs; · Targeted Services – special services that enable building professionals to best serve their customers, including the Quality Express Delivery Service and Finishing Touches™ Program, to name a few. As part of the exhibit, attendees can also learn more about the Green Touch(TM) Program, which makes 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. “Our Green Touch(TM) Program is a perfect example of how we’re helping builders meet today’s new challenges,” said Frye. “We consult with our builder customers to provide them with appliance packages that meet the requirements of today’s sustainable homes, while also fitting homebuyers’ lifestyle needs, including kitchens, laundry rooms, HVAC products and beyond. Additionally, we provide our builder customers with access to an exclusive portal, which is a ready resource for the latest information pertaining to sustainability.” The Whirlpool Corporation exhibit can be found during IBS at the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth #C3543, January 19-22, 2010. About Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation works to exceed expectations with appliances that help building professionals create homes of distinction. The Inside Advantage(TM) is designed to meet the needs of Whirlpool Corporation’s building community customers. More than a program, The Inside Advantage(TM) provides trade customers with the strength of Powerful Brands, Innovative Products, Market 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 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 www.insideadvantage.com or call 1-800-952-2537.