Wilsonart® Solid Surface Products Earn GREENGUARD® Certification

June 28, 2007

Certification Assures Consumers That Wilsonart Solid Surface Products Are Free from Chemical Emissions, Making Them Safe for Durable, Elegant Installations That Contribute to Quality Indoor Air TEMPLE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wilsonart® Solid Surface, a division of Wilsonart International, Inc., today announced its solid surface products have been awarded the GREENGUARD® Indoor Air Quality Certification and GREENGUARD Children & SchoolsSM certification. The certifications cover Wilsonart solid surface sheets, sinks, bowls and seam adhesive. GREENGUARD certification means Wilsonart products are safe for indoor applications and make a significant contribution to quality indoor air by meeting strict chemical and particle emission guidelines. Wilsonart Solid Surface products are widely used in both residential and commercial environments to construct countertops, service areas, partitions, vanities and related structures in the convenience/retail, education, hospitality, healthcare and military industries. Architects, interior designers, building professionals and homeowners are now assured that Wilsonart products have passed rigorous third-party testing to verify conformance with stringent low-emissions standards. The GREENGUARD Children & Schools certification signifies a compliance with the State of California’s Department of Health Services’ standard practices for testing chemical emissions from building products used in schools. Children are more heavily exposed to environmental toxins than adults. They consume more food, water, and have higher inhalation rates per pound of body weight than adults. This certification ensures the materials used in learning environments are safe for young children1. Wilsonart Solid Surface offers a tantalizing array of colors and patterns that add beauty to any décor. The cast-acrylic sheets offer extraordinary dimensional stability and are resistant to bacteria, mold, mildew and stains. Designed for both horizontal and vertical applications, these durable sheets meet FDA standards for use in food prep and service areas. Wilsonart’s integral sinks and bowls are offered in four colors and a variety of styles to compliment your countertop, and feature a smooth, clean transition for great looks and easy maintenance. Wilsonart Solid Surface products are renewable, repairable and stain resistant, and are backed by a ten-year commercial limited warranty and a ten-year installed, transferable residential limited warranty. Wilsonart operates a nationwide distributor network with outstanding dealer support and customer service. “Wilsonart offers quality solid surfaces that are beautiful, durable and easy to care for. Adding GREENGUARD certification validates our commitment to the total user experience -- which includes promoting healthy indoor air,” said Jerry Samu, General Manager, Wilsonart Solid Surface.

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