Rubbermaid(R) Tops Builders' Brand Preference in Closet Organization and Launches New Configurations(TM) Closet Line for Consumers FAIRLAWN, Ohio, March 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- America's number-one brand in home products* just got another vote of confidence, this time from professionals, for the organization challenge that tops all of our lists: closets. In a 2005 independent brand-use study conducted by Readex, readers of Builder magazine ranked Rubbermaid as their number-one choice for closet organization. Rubbermaid ranked as the most familiar brand in closets, and more builders cited Rubbermaid than any other closet brands used in the past two years. Rubbermaid's closet products range from professional-grade wire and melamine lines in rich finishes offered to builders, to beautifully finished out-of-the-box systems sold at retail for consumers. Rubbermaid's closet lines for professional builders are widely used in new construction and remodeling projects. For this market, Rubbermaid recently expanded its popular ventilated wire-shelving selection with an epoxy satin- nickel finish. Innovative FreeSlide(R) hardware affords smooth hanger movement, while TightMesh(TM) shelving eliminates marks on sweaters and other soft garments. New this year for builders, Rubbermaid is adding to its melamine Heirloom Collection for closets with a cherry finish that matches the deep millwork finishes gaining popularity in new homes. For the do-it-yourself set, Rubbermaid's new Configurations(TM) closet line offers consumers a one-of-a-kind, customizable solution that combines an easy-to-install kit, complete with adjustable shelves and rods, with a full line of accessories to accommodate anyone's storage aspirations. Heavy-duty metal construction offers maximum weight capacity (upwards of 500 pounds), while thoughtful touches like epoxy coating, chrome finishes and rubber-ended hangers combine form with function. Best of all, you don't need to be a hacksaw-wielding professional to install the Rubbermaid system; a screwdriver, drill and level are the only tools needed. Pre-cut rails and telescoping rods and shelves eliminate the cutting, trimming and exacting measuring typically necessary in closet systems. That telescoping design is the innovative feature that makes Rubbermaid's the only out-of-the-box closet system with shelves, rods and accessories that adjust both vertically and from side to side, without additional tooling. Because components slide in and out, width adjustments can be made on the fly, making seasonal changes and shopping-spree reconfigurations truly simple. Configurations kits come in lengths ranging from four to eight feet and include shelving, hanging rails, brackets, hanging rods and all of the hardware necessary to install the system. Additional accessories include storage racks, extra shelving, wire baskets, pants organizers, shoe rods and shelves, and special organizers for ties and belts (each holds 30). All hook securely into the mounting rails and may be lifted out for repositioning. Shelves, hanging rails and brackets are epoxy-coated for durability and snag- free performance, while hanging rods and other accessories come in a sleek chrome-plated finish. Sliding baskets and organizers have ball-bearing glides to slide into place smoothly. Rubbermaid's Configurations closet products are debuting this spring at a variety of general, home and hardware retailers, including all Chicago-area and selected other Wal-Mart Stores. More information about the products is available at the company's web site: http://www.rubbermaid-configurations.com/ . About Rubbermaid: Rubbermaid Home Products is a leading designer and manufacturer of durable, innovative household organization and utility products, and is among the most trusted, consumer-loyal brands in America. Part of the Newell Rubbermaid family, Rubbermaid markets a full line of exceptional-quality products for home, closet and garage organization; kitchen, bath and outdoor storage; as well as seasonal and hardware products in a variety of materials. For more information, please visit Rubbermaid's web site at http://www.rubbermaid.com/ . *HFN biannual surveys rank Rubbermaid as the number-one brand in home products. DATASOURCE: Rubbermaid CONTACT: Lorrie Paul Crum of Rubbermaid Home Products, +1-330-869-7409, or Mobile, +1-330-819-0951 Web site: http://www.rubbermaid-configurations.com/ http://www.rubbermaid.com/

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