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Exclusive Agreements Enhance Gerflor's® Commercial Flooring Efforts

EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENTS ENHANCE GERFLOR'S® COMMERCIAL FLOORING EFFORTS

ATLANTA, GEORGIA, JANUARY 25, 2008 – Gerflor, a global leader in the design and manufacturing of vinyl resilient floor coverings, today announced exclusive agreements with numerous sales representatives to extend its reach within the U.S. resilient flooring market. The agreement further demonstrates the trust and value placed on Gerflor products by flooring industry professionals and represents a significant step forward in terms of product placement and recognition.

“We are pleased to work with Gerflor whose trusted reputation in providing quality flooring and cutting edge designs is matched only by their product innovation,” said Al Buchholz of Buchholz Associates in Chicago. “When a job calls for aesthetic resilient flooring that is durable, hygienic and sustainable, Gerflor is an excellent choice.”

“These exclusive agents will maximize Gerflor's resilient flooring opportunities around the country and assist us in securing more installation wins,” said Alan Fennell, President of Gerflor U.S. Commercial Flooring. “By leveraging the connections and expertise of these exclusive representatives, Gerflor anticipates increasing its customer base and brand recognition.”

With the exclusive agreements, Gerflor adds the following companies to its distributor network: Action Commercial Sales of Orange, California becomes the exclusive representative of Southern California; Buchholz Associates of Chicago, Illinois becomes the exclusive representative of Illinois; Hi Tec Flooring of Houston, Texas becomes the exclusive representative of east Texas and Oklahoma; Indiana Carpet Decorators of Indianapolis, Indiana becomes the exclusive representative of Indiana; and Spartan Surfaces of Lancaster, Pennsylvania becomes the exclusive representative of Delaware, Maryland, Northern Virginia and Washington D.C.

About Gerflor: Gerflor has the largest collection of commercial vinyl flooring products in the world, with innovative offerings ideally suited to the, healthcare, education sports, retail, leisure, corporate and industrial sectors. Founded in 1937 and headquartered near Lyon, France, Gerflor provides unique product and design solutions and is present in more than 90 countries around the globe with over 1500 employees. As a clear leader in pioneering flooring solutions, Gerflor has an excellent environmental record which includes 'A' rated Green Guide (BRE) certification, outstanding whole life cycle performance, as well as full compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 standards. In addition, Gerflor commercial flooring products can contribute toward LEED credits. For more information, visit www.gerflor.com.