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North American Distributor of LG HI-MACS
Forms Joint Venture with Korean Parent Company
LG Chemical America, Inc.


PEORIA, AZ - (December 3, 2002) - The Premium Solid Source, LLC. (TPSS), the North American Master Distributor for Korean based LG HI-MACS, is pleased to announce they have formed a Joint Venture with manufacturer LGCAI, head-quartered in Englewood Cliffs, NJ. The Joint Venture, formed on November 1st, 2002, was established to further strengthen the position of the LG HI-MACS product within the US market; the common goal of both parties. The name of the new company resulting from the Joint Venture agreement is LG Solid Source, LLC (LGSS).

Throughout 2002, TPSS, has continued to make leaps and bounds within the solid surface market. More than doubling their sales from 2001, TPSS has proven itself to be a strong player in the surfacing industry. One of the many accomplishments the LG HI-MACS team has enjoyed in 2002 is the completion of their Nation-wide network of Distributors. The LG HI-MACS product is now available in all 50 states, Canada, and some parts of Mexico. The increased awareness of the product is due in large part to the strong Distribution Network assembled by President Jerry Dailey, Vice President Michael Borden, and National Sales Manager Mike Kelliher. In addition, LGSS has recently joined forces with Customer Integrated Solutions in a collaborative effort to continue to drive the brand in 2003. Through a focused marketing strategy, tradeshow participation, and an experienced sales force, the awareness of the LG HI-MACS product offering is at an all time high. LG HI-MACS has proven to be a substantially better value than other solid surfaces and allows more homeowners and businesses the opportunity to use premium solid surface in their projects. "Our mission remains to make LG HI-MACS the first choice of industry professionals," says Jerry Dailey.

About LG HI-MACS
Made of 100% acrylic, LG HI-MACS is scratch and stain resistant and easily repairable. The thermo-formable qualities allow it to be shaped and inlaid to create a variety of edge treatments. Readily available in 52 unique colors and textures, LG HI-MACS will compliment any design project. LG HI-MACS solid surface is available to kitchen and bath dealers and designers through a nationwide network of certified fabricators and distributors. Consumers can find LG HI-MACS at any Lowe's retailer across the country. LG HI-MACS is backed by the industry's only 15-year transferable warranty that is a testament to the quality and lasting durability of the product. For more information on LG HI-MACS Solid Surfaces, call LG Solid Source, toll free, at: 866.LGHIMACS or visit www.lghi-macs.com.
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NEWS ANNOUNCEMENT
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Contact: Melissa Teegarden
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623-776-7373, Ext. 108

LG HI-MACS Now Backed by the Only
15 Year Warranty in the Industry!


PEORIA, AZ - (February 10, 2003) - LG Solid Source, LLC. (LGSS), the North American Master Distributor of LG HI-MACS premium acrylic solid surfaces, announced today that they have increased their warranty from the standard ten years to the industry's only fifteen year transferable warranty. The extension of the warranty is a reflection of the proven performance and high quality of LG HI-MACS.

No longer content with the "me-too" aspect of the solid surface industry, the LG HI-MACS team has worked diligently to ensure that they were technically prepared to back the superior warranty. Over the past months, LGSS has conducted extensive product research as well as exhaustive performance testing that have resulted in the improvement of the already esteemed quality control practices. These improvements coupled with LG's continual desire to produce superior products have led to the increase of the warranty. "In order to insure that we never become stagnate, it is important that we develop and utilize new technology, and continually strive to find ways to improve," says LGSS Vice-President Michael Borden. The new warranty will allow LG HI-MACS to meet the growing consumer demands for a top quality product that enjoys lasting durability and beauty for years to come. "We have continued to advance the technology and performance of solid surface countertops with LG HI-MACS," said Jerry Dailey, President of LGSS. "We are pairing the growing reputation of LG HI-MACS for unparalled product quality and durability with the industry's only 15-year, fully transferable warranty. This ensures our customers are rewarded for the high standards we have attained."

About LG HI-MACS
Made of 100% acrylic, LG HI-MACS is scratch and stain resistant and easily repairable. The thermo-formable qualities allow it to be shaped and inlaid to create a variety of edge treatments. Readily available in 52 unique colors and textures, LG HI-MACS will compliment any design project. LG HI-MACS solid surface is available to kitchen and bath dealers and designers through a nationwide network of certified fabricators and distributors. Consumers can find LG HI-MACS at any Lowe's retailer across the country. LG HI-MACS is backed by the industry's only 15-year transferable warranty that is a testament to the quality and lasting durability of the product. For more information on LG HI-MACS Solid Surfaces, call LG Solid Source, toll free, at: 866.LGHIMACS or visit www.lghi-macs.com.
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Contact: Melissa Teegarden
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623-776-7373 Ext. 108

LG HI-MACS Coming Soon to
Lowe's Stores Nationwide!

PEORIA, AZ - (March 20, 2003) - LG Solid Source, LLC. (LGSS), the North American Master Distributor of LG HI-MACS premium acrylic solid surfaces, is proud to announce an exclusive national supply relationship with Lowe's, the fastest growing home improvement center in the country. The nationwide rollout is scheduled to begin in North Carolina in early April.

"We are very pleased that the premium quality of our product and our commitment to a superior level of service has been recognized by the Lowe's Companies," says President Jerry Dailey. "This national supply agreement is exclusive for the home improvement retail channel, and we are confident that this will dramatically increase the awareness and sales of LG HI-MACS within the US." LG HI-MACS will provide Lowe's with an affordable yet luxurious countertop product that will compliment their reputation as the source for style-conscious home improvement consumers. Although the awareness of the LG HI-MACS product has more than doubled in the past year, it has been the primary goal of LGSS to make the product available through a nationwide chain such as Lowe's. By early fall, LG HI-MACS premium acrylic solid surfaces will be available to the public in every Lowe's store throughout the nation. It continues to be the mission of LGSS to provide a premium product and unparalleled service at an affordable price.

About LG HI-MACS
Made of 100% acrylic, LG HI-MACS is scratch and stain resistant and easily repairable. The thermo-formable qualities allow it to be shaped and inlaid to create a variety of edge treatments. Readily available in 52 unique colors and textures, LG HI-MACS will compliment any design project. LG HI-MACS solid surface is available to kitchen and bath dealers and designers through a nationwide network of certified fabricators and distributors. Consumers can find LG HI-MACS at any Lowe's retailer across the country. LG HI-MACS is backed by the industry's only 15-year transferable warranty that is a testament to the quality and lasting durability of the product. For more information on LG HI-MACS Solid Surfaces, call LG Solid Source, toll free, at: 866.LGHIMACS or visit www.lghi-macs.com.

About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc., the fastest growing home improvement warehouse in the country, is a $22 billion retailer of a complete line of home improvement products and equipment. The company serves more than seven million do-it-yourself and commercial business customers each week through more than 800 stores in 43 states. Lowe's is the second largest home improvement retailer and the 14th largest retailer in the US. Currently in the process of an aggressive expansion, Lowe's is opening a new store on average every three days. Lowe's is a fortune 100 company with more than 110,000 employees, and approximately 81 million square feet of retail footage. For more information on Lowe's Companies, call 1-800-44-LOWES or visit www.lowes.com.
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