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Calgary, AB (December 1, 2016) – Ply Gem, a leading manufacturer and distributor of building products in North America, has been recognized with BOMA BEST^® Gold Certification for the company’s Canadian headquarters and window/door manufacturing facility in Calgary, Alberta. Awarded by the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Canada, BOMA BEST is the country’s industry standard for commercial sustainability certification, recognizing outstanding environmental performance and management.

To achieve the Gold Certification level, Ply Gem received a score of 80-89 percent on the BOMA BEST evaluation. The company wasassessed for building performance in six key areas, including: energy, water, waste reduction, emissions and effluents, indoor environment, and environmental management system. For example, in 2015, Ply Gem’s Calgary campus used 3.7 million gallons less water and 144,500 fewer kWh of electricity than the previous year.

"Receiving this important certification – at one of the highest levels – reinforces Ply Gem’s position as a leader in environmental stewardship,” said Joe Appelmann, president, Ply Gem Canada. "The third-party validation from BOMA BEST is a testament to the work of our operations team, who continuously evaluates ways to advance sustainability initiatives in our plants and offices, which in turn leads to manufacturing efficiencies and improved product.”

Since the launch of the BOMA BEST program in 2005, no commercial facility in Canada has received Platinum Certification, the highest achievement level ahead of Gold Certification.

At its Calgary manufacturing facility, Ply Gem produces a full line of vinyl and aluminum clad windows and patio doors, as well as fiberglass and steel entrance doors. Ply Gem products are available in Canada through a nationwide network of Ply Gem-owned distribution centres and dealer distributors. For more information, please visit www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem in Canada

Ply Gem^® manufactures a comprehensive line of windows, doors, vinyl siding and accessories for the new construction, home repair, retail and remodeling markets in Canada. Additionally, Ply Gem distributes a wide variety of exterior building products including replica stone, fencing, railing, windows and doors and architectural accents domestically through their nationwide distribution center network and via export globally. Ply Gem brands include Ply Gem^® Windows, Ply Gem^® Stone, Ply Gem^®Trim and Mouldings, Ply Gem^® Fence and Railing and Mitten^®by Ply Gem vinyl siding. For more information, visit www.plygem.ca or www.mittenbp.com.

About Ply Gem

Ply Gem (NYSE: PGEM), headquartered in Cary, N.C., is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America.  Ply Gem produces a comprehensive product line of windows and patio doors, vinyl and aluminum siding and accessories, designer accents, cellular PVC trim and mouldings, vinyl fencing and railing, stone veneer and gutterware. Ply Gem employs more than 9,000 associates across North America. Visit www.plygem.com for more information. 

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Contractors can assure customers that what they see on the app is what they’ll get—the remodel of their dreams

Brantford, ON (September, 2016) – Canadian home renovations are outpacing new builds, meaning potential big business for remodelers. According to the Altus Group, residential renovation spending in Canada has increased year-over-year since 2014, with $20 billion more spent on residential renovations in 2015 than on new residential construction. To help meet remodeling needs and increase project size for exterior jobs, contractors can now download the free Mitten Pro iPad App, backed by leading North American building products manufacturer plygem.

Now available for download through the Apple App Store, the Mitten Pro iPad App was created as an easy-to-use design tool – featuring ‘enVISION it’ software – that takes the guesswork out of designing home exteriors. With the free app, contractors can help homeowners visualize updates and additions to home exteriors early in the decision-making process.

"This app was designed to take ideas from imagination to reality, jumpstarting conversations between professionals and homeowners,” said John Vukanovich, Ply Gem’s Vice President, Marketing – Canada. "We understand that exterior remodels are an important investment, but homeowners often don’t know where to begin when it comes to design. Through the process, professionals can work with customers to walk them through the various products, colours and profile options available.” 

Contractors have two options within the app: designing with pre-loaded sample projects or uploading a photo of the customer’s home for a truly custom virtual renovation. With either option, users can digitally replace existing exterior elements with an array of product offerings, including siding, stone, trim, accents or windows.

Once a project has been completed within the app,contractors can e-mail final images to their customers to strengthen their overall quotes and close project proposals faster. With a concrete visualization, homeowners feel more secure investing in their homes as they have more control over the planning process. Homeowners can also easily share their new designs on social media with friends and family.

To download the free iPad app, search for "Mitten Pro” on the App Store.

Ply Gem products, including industry-leading Mitten by Ply Gem vinyl siding, are available in Canada through a nationwide network of Ply Gem-owned distribution centers and dealer distributors. For more information, please visit www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem in Canada

Ply Gem^® manufactures a comprehensive line of windows, doors, vinyl siding and accessories for the new construction, home repair, retail and remodeling markets in Canada. Additionally, Ply Gem distributes a wide variety of exterior building products, including replica stone, fencing, railing, windows and doors and architectural accents domestically through its nationwide distribution center network and via export globally. Ply Gem brands include Ply Gem^® Windows, Ply Gem^® Stone, Ply Gem^® Trim and Mouldings, Ply Gem^® Fence and Railing and Mitten^® by Ply Gem vinyl siding. For more information, visit www.plygem.ca or www.mittenbp.com.

About Ply Gem

Ply Gem (NYSE: PGEM), headquartered in Cary, N.C., is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America.  Ply Gem produces a comprehensive product line of windows and patio doors, vinyl and aluminum siding and accessories, designer accents, cellular PVC trim and mouldings, vinyl fencing and railing, stone veneer and gutterware. Ply Gem employs more than 9,000 associates across North America. Visit www.plygem.com for more information.

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 Calgary, Alberta (May 6, 2016) – In response to the devastating wildfire that has engulfed Fort McMurray, Alberta and displaced more than 80,000 residents, exterior building products manufacturer and distributor, Ply Gem, has immediately stepped in to help the community.

With Canadian headquarters in Calgary and a distribution branch location in Edmonton, Ply Gem is providing support through the donation and delivery of personal hygiene products to the Edmonton Emergency Relief Services. The products will be distributed to evacuees staying at the Edmonton Expo Centre, which is serving as a temporary relief and lodging location.

"It’s impossible to imagine the hardship that the residents of Fort McMurray are currently experiencing; when we learned of the wildfire and understood the gravity of the situation, we knew we immediately had to help,” said Joe Appelmann, President, Ply Gem Canada. "Our team jumped right in by buying and delivering products, and many Ply Gem associates have even opened up their homes to those who are displaced. It’s the least we can do to support our friends and neighbors of this Alberta community.”

Those wishing to support in the relief efforts can donate to the Alberta Fires Appeal through the Canadian Red Cross website, or call 1-800-418-1111. For more information on how to donate and offer assistance, also visit www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem in Canada

Ply Gem^® manufactures a comprehensive line of windows, doors, vinyl siding and accessories for the new construction, home repair, retail and remodeling markets in Canada. Additionally, Ply Gem distributes a wide variety of exterior building products including replica stone, fencing, railing, windows and doors and architectural accents domestically through their nationwide distribution center network and via export globally. Ply Gem brands include Ply Gem^® Windows, Ply Gem^® Stone, Ply Gem^®Trim and Mouldings, Ply Gem^® Fence and Railing and Mitten^®by Ply Gem vinyl siding. For more information, visit www.plygem.ca or www.mittenbp.com.

About Ply Gem

Ply Gem (NYSE: PGEM), headquartered in Cary, N.C., is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America.  Ply Gem produces a comprehensive product line of windows and patio doors, vinyl and aluminum siding and accessories, designer accents, cellular PVC trim and mouldings, vinyl fencing and railing, stone veneer and gutterware. Ply Gem employs more than 9,000 associates across North America. Visit www.plygem.com for more information.

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Ply Gem and Mitten Building Products Combine Regina Branch Location, Giving Customers Expanded Access to Full Portfolio of Exterior Building Products
Regina, Saskatchewan facility marks the company’s first branch consolidation in Canada

REGINA, SASKATCHEWAN (February 29, 2016) – Regina-based home construction professionals now have more access than ever to Ply Gem’s comprehensive distribution offering of windows & doors, vinyl siding, aluminum, shake & stone, accents, building envelope and tools & equipment. Beginning February 29, 2016, Ply Gem, a leading North American manufacturer and distributor of exterior building products, will operate in Regina from a singular sales, showroom and office currently located at 197 Leonard Street, North Regina, SK S4N 5X5, with distribution and pickup at 110 Leonard Street. In May 2016, Ply Gem will move to a brand-new facility at 106 Leonard Street. This new branch will combine all functions and include the same product offering with improved racking and equipment.

The branch location combines Regina-based operations of Ply Gem’s existing window and door distribution facility with the former Mitten Building Products siding, shake, stone, accent, building envelope and tools & equipment distribution facility. The Regina location marks the first Ply Gem and Mitten Building Products branch consolidation in Canada.

“This is a significant first step in an exciting future of investments we are making for our Canadian customers,” said John Vukanovich, Vice President, Marketing – Canada, plygem. “Now, customers in the Regina new construction, home repair, retail and remodeling markets will experience a more efficient buying experience that mitigates costs, streamlines the invoicing process and boosts revenue.”

Ply Gem is the only company in Canada that can provide home builders and remodelers with coast-to-coast access to a complete portfolio of exterior building products. In addition to Regina, products are available through more than 30 company-owned distribution branches in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Customers can direct questions to Ply Gem Regina Branch Manager, John Cook, at 306-352-2399.

For more information on Ply Gem and its portfolio of products, please visit www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem in Canada
Ply Gem® manufactures a comprehensive line of windows, doors, vinyl siding and accessories for the new construction, home repair, retail and remodeling markets in Canada. Additionally, Ply Gem distributes a wide variety of exterior building products including replica stone, fencing, railing, windows and doors and architectural accents domestically through their nationwide distribution center network and via export globally. Ply Gem brands include Ply Gem® Windows, Ply Gem® Stone, Ply Gem® Trim and Mouldings, Ply Gem® Fence and Railing and Mitten® by Ply Gem vinyl siding. For more information, visit www.plygem.ca or www.mittenbp.com.

About Ply Gem
Ply Gem (NYSE: PGEM), headquartered in Cary, N.C., is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Ply Gem produces a comprehensive product line of windows and patio doors, vinyl and aluminum siding and accessories, designer accents, cellular PVC trim and mouldings, vinyl fencing and railing, stone veneer and gutterware. Ply Gem employs more than 9,000 associates across North America. Visit www.plygem.com for more information.

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G&S Business Communications
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Email Subject: Ply Gem and Mitten Building Products Combine Regina Branch Location

As one of our dedicated Regina-based home construction professionals, you now have more access than ever to Ply Gem’s comprehensive distribution offering of windows & doors, vinyl siding, aluminum, shake & stone, accents, building envelope and tools & equipment. Beginning February 29, 2016, the Ply Gem and Mitten Building Products locations will operate in Regina from a singular sales, showroom and office currently located at 197 Leonard Street, North Regina, SK S4N 5X5, with distribution and pickup at 110 Leonard Street. In May 2016, Ply Gem will move to a brand-new facility at 106 Leonard Street. This new branch will combine all functions and include the same product offering with improved racking and equipment.

The branch location combines Regina-based operations of Ply Gem’s existing window and door distribution facility with the former Mitten Building Products siding, shake, stone, accent, building envelope and tools & equipment distribution facility. The Regina location marks the first Ply Gem and Mitten Building Products branch consolidation in Canada.

This is a significant first step in an exciting future of investments we are making for our Canadian customers. Now, customers in the Regina new construction, home repair, retail and remodeling markets will experience a more efficient buying experience that mitigates costs, streamlines the invoicing process and boosts revenue.

As many of you already know, Mitten has been a member of the Ply Gem family since 2013. Ply Gem is one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of exterior building and home improvement products in North America, with approximately 9,000 associates. Ply Gem is the only company in Canada that can provide home builders and remodelers with coast-to-coast access to a complete portfolio of exterior building products.

As partners in our business, we wanted you to be among the first to know about this exciting consolidation. This move opens opportunities for us to expand our offerings in Regina and the services we provide you. Nothing is going to change from a relationship perspective; you’ll work with the same people you know and trust. Our goal is to make it easier than ever to work with us.

Ply Gem shares the motto “Building Products, Building Success” with our customers to demonstrate that we do more than offer products; we can help you to build your business. We look forward to helping each and every one of you build your own success in 2016 and beyond.

Customers can direct questions to Ply Gem Regina Branch Manager, John Cook, at 306-352-2399.

For more information on Ply Gem and our portfolio of products, please visit www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem in Canada
Ply Gem® manufactures a comprehensive line of windows, doors, vinyl siding and accessories for the new construction, home repair, retail and remodeling markets in Canada. Additionally, Ply Gem distributes a wide variety of exterior building products including replica stone, fencing, railing, windows and doors and architectural accents domestically through their nationwide distribution center network and via export globally. Ply Gem brands include Ply Gem® Windows, Ply Gem® Stone, Ply Gem® Trim and Mouldings, Ply Gem® Fence and Railing and Mitten® by Ply Gem vinyl siding. For more information, visit www.plygem.ca or www.mittenbp.com.

About Ply Gem
Ply Gem (NYSE: PGEM), headquartered in Cary, N.C., is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Ply Gem produces a comprehensive product line of windows and patio doors, vinyl and aluminum siding and accessories, designer accents, cellular PVC trim and mouldings, vinyl fencing and railing, stone veneer and gutterware. Ply Gem employs more than 9,000 associates across North America. Visit www.plygem.com for more information.

Calgary, AB – Installing windows with Low-E glass options is one of the best ways to improve energy efficiency in the home, but the benefits go far beyond that. Because high-performance windows create a warmer interior glass surface, condensation is also reduced. To help builders and remodelers improve their customers’ home efficiency and mitigate concerns for window condensation issues, Ply Gem, a leading North American exterior building products manufacturer and Canadian supplier, offers several glass package options.

The Ply Gem Solution
Ply Gem Low-E glass increases home comfort, protects valuables from sun damage and creates less condensation – far better than conventional clear glass. It has a low-emissivity coating and argon gas that radically improves thermal efficiency and reduces unwanted solar heat gain.

ECO GAIN 180 High Solar Gain Glass blocks heat loss to the outside and reflects heat back into the room. It allows the winter sun’s heat to pass into the home and provide “free heat.”

ECO SHIELD 270 Solar Control Glass reduces solar heat gain by 50 percent or more compared to ordinary glass in the summer and blocks heat loss in the winter.

ECO MAX SHIELD 366 Ultimate Performance Glass lets more light in and keeps more heat out. It provides the highest levels of year-round comfort and energy savings, making it the perfect glass for any geographic region nationwide.

ECO TINT 240 Glare Control Glass provides effective glare control and maximum solar heat blockage. It blocks solar heat gain and maintains cool glass temperatures in summer, as well as warm inside glass temperatures in winter.

By installing windows with Low-E glass options, while educating homeowners on the causes and conditions that condensation occurs under, builders and remodelers can reduce customer concern about a window issue.

For instance, the build-up of moisture on the glass is often equated with a fault in the window, but in most cases it is a sign of perfectly secure construction and a call to reduce indoor humidity. Condensation forms when warm, humid air contacts a cold surface, and because windows are the coldest surface indoors during the winter, they are often the first place condensation can be seen.

Everyday activities like showering, cooking and doing laundry cause indoor air humidity – some homes produce more than four gallons of moisture per day.

Modern, well-insulated construction is another cause of indoor humidity. Energy-efficient homes help regulate heating and cooling costs, but the tight construction can also block outdoor air from entering homes, while keeping the moisture from venting to the outdoors.

In addition to window condensation, excess indoor humidity can cause health problems and structural damage. Moist areas act as a breeding ground for mold and mildew, which can cause allergic reactions, infections and chronic respiratory problems. Humid indoor air can also cause insulation to deteriorate, paint to peel, and structural damage to floors and foundation.

Humidity Reduction Tips
Even the best windows are at risk of condensation build-up when there is excessive humidity coming from inside the home. To reduce indoor humidity and eliminate foggy windows, increase ventilation:

• Vent all gas burners, clothes dryers etc. to the outdoors
• Install kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans to draw steam outdoors
• Keep attic vents open and clear
• Install storm windows to keep interior glass warmer

For more information on glass technology, log onto www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem in Canada
Ply Gem® manufactures and distributes a comprehensive line of windows, doors, vinyl siding and accessories for the new construction, home repair, retail and remodeling markets in Canada. Ply Gem manufactured brands include Ply Gem® Windows, Ply Gem® Aluminum, Ply Gem® Trim and Mouldings, Ply Gem® Blocks & Vents and Mitten® by Ply Gem vinyl siding. The company also distributes a wide variety of complementary exterior building products through Ply Gem and Mitten branch locations. Products are distributed coast-to-coast in Canada and are available globally via export. For more information, visit www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem
Ply Gem (NYSE: PGEM), headquartered in Cary, N.C., is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Ply Gem produces a comprehensive product line of windows and patio doors, vinyl and aluminum siding and accessories, designer accents, cellular PVC trim and mouldings, vinyl fencing and railing, stone veneer and gutterware. Ply Gem employs more than 8,900 associates across North America. Visit www.plygem.com for more information.

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Brantford, ON – Defining a home’s exterior character is as important as the interior, requiring special attention to detail. Ply Gem, a leading North American exterior building products manufacturer with distribution centre locations across Canada, makes it easier than ever for builders and remodelers to create a finished exterior look with new aluminum accessories. Available through Mitten distribution centres and home improvement retailers nationwide, the aluminum program includes a full lineup of coil, soffit, fascia, rainware and other accessories in over 50 colors designed to perfectly complement Mitten by Ply Gem branded vinyl siding.

“When Ply Gem acquired Mitten Building Products, the end goal was always to offer more products and solutions to more customers,” said Doug Rende, President, Mitten Building Products, plygem. “Today, we are the only company that can offer coast-to-coast access to the largest portfolio of exterior building products in North America. As a single-source supplier, we’re providing builders, retailers and contractors with solutions that help mitigate costs, streamline the ordering and delivery process, and boost revenue.”

As part of Ply Gem’s core offering, the aluminum line is one of 27 product categories in The Designed Exterior by Ply Gem, a complete exterior solution that includes windows, doors, siding, stone veneer, trim, accents, accessories and more. With an industry-leading color-match program the aluminum accessories seamlessly match any siding choice for virtually unlimited design capabilities.

For an attractive, worry-free exterior, Ply Gem takes care to test each product exhaustively before it reaches the market; flexibility, adhesion and solvent resistance are all tested, as well as possible performance inhibitors such as extreme humidity, direct light exposure and contact with salt spray. Ply Gem aluminum accessories stand up to the harshest tests and conditions and are backed by a 50-year prorated warranty.

For more information or to find a Mitten distribution centre in your area, log onto www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem in Canada
Ply Gem® manufactures and distributes a comprehensive line of windows, doors, vinyl siding and accessories for the new construction, home repair, retail and remodeling markets in Canada. Ply Gem manufactured brands include Ply Gem® Windows, Ply Gem® Aluminum, Ply Gem® Trim and Mouldings, Ply Gem® Blocks & Vents and Mitten® by Ply Gem vinyl siding. The company also distributes a wide variety of complementary exterior building products through Ply Gem and Mitten branch locations. Products are distributed coast-to-coast in Canada and are available globally via export. For more information, visit www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem
Ply Gem (NYSE: PGEM), headquartered in Cary, N.C., is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Ply Gem produces a comprehensive product line of windows and patio doors, vinyl and aluminum siding and accessories, designer accents, cellular PVC trim and mouldings, vinyl fencing and railing, stone veneer and gutterware. Ply Gem employs more than 8,900 associates across North America. Visit www.plygem.com for more information.

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Brantford, ON – Creating enticing curb appeal can be daunting for today’s building and remodeling professionals. When coordinating across multiple brands and product lines, timelines and seamless exterior designs are often left to chance. Ply Gem, a leading North American exterior building products manufacturer and Canadian supplier, simplifies that process through The Designed Exterior by plygem.

The Designed Exterior comprises products from 24 exterior product categories, including windows and doors, vinyl and aluminum siding and accessories, and cellular PVC trim and mouldings, among others. This complete portfolio, available from a single manufacturer and supplier, allows professionals to easily select complementary products and colors. Ply Gem is the only manufacturer in Canada that can deliver a complete exterior home solution focused on beautiful, low-maintenance and energy-efficient design.

“We’re always looking to help make builders’ and remodelers’ jobs easier,” said John Vukanovich, vice president of marketing, Mitten Building Products, plygem. “With products from one manufacturer and one supplier, through one invoice, The Designed Exterior gives professionals a one-stop-shop for all their building material needs. The concept also ensures that curb appeal is top-of-mind, taking exterior textures and colors beyond white and beige, with designs that result in bigger jobs and broader possibilities with homeowners.”

The Designed Exterior comes to life through 12 Ply Gem distribution centres and 18 Mitten Building Products distribution branches, providing builders and remodelers with coast-to-coast access to a complete portfolio of exterior building products. An ever-evolving solution, additional products will be rolled out across Canada into 2016, including Ply Gem Stone, Ply Gem Engineered Slate Roofing, and Ply Gem Fence and Rail.

In addition to product, The Designed Exterior Studio at www.plygem.ca features visualizer technology to help builders and remodelers consult with homeowners on their design needs. Using various pre-loaded elevations, professionals can take customers through each product category—including windows, siding, stone, accents and more—to find the ideal blend of materials.

For more information or to find a distribution centre in your area, log onto www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem in Canada
Ply Gem® manufactures and distributes a comprehensive line of windows, doors, vinyl siding and accessories for the new construction, home repair, retail and remodeling markets in Canada. Ply Gem manufactured brands include Ply Gem® Windows, Ply Gem® Aluminum, Ply Gem® Trim and Mouldings, Ply Gem® Blocks & Vents and Mitten® by Ply Gem vinyl siding. The company also distributes a wide variety of complementary exterior building products through Ply Gem and Mitten branch locations. Products are distributed coast-to-coast in Canada and are available globally via export. For more information, visit www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem
Ply Gem (NYSE: PGEM), headquartered in Cary, N.C., is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Ply Gem produces a comprehensive product line of windows and patio doors, vinyl and aluminum siding and accessories, designer accents, cellular PVC trim and mouldings, vinyl fencing and railing, stone veneer and gutterware. Ply Gem employs more than 8,900 associates across North America. Visit www.plygem.com for more information.

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G&S Business Communications
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Brantford, ON – Choosing the right siding is vital to a home's exterior. Ply Gem, a leading North American exterior building products manufacturer, makes it easy and affordable to create a memorable exterior with the new Mitten by Ply Gem Entrée Vinyl Siding product. Available exclusively through home improvement retailers, the Entrée panel boasts a 4.5” Dutchlap profile in 0.40" nominal thickness giving professionals a durable, budget-friendly option.

Entrée Vinyl Siding comes with several features aimed at reducing stress on building and remodeling professionals:

• A rollover nail rail and .437 butt height improve overall stability, rigidity and wind load resistance
• 12-foot panel lengths for easy installation
• Lifetime Transferable Warranty provides peace of mind to home improvement retailers and their customers
• Available in the three most popular colours in the retail market: Frost, Satin Grey and Sandalwood
• Colour-matched vinyl accessories, aluminum trim and blocks and vents are also available

Entrée is the latest addition to the industry leading Mitten by Ply Gem Vinyl Siding brand and part of The Designed Exterior by Ply Gem, a complete exterior solution that includes windows, doors, siding, stone veneer, trim, accents, accessories and more. Retailers can rest assured that they are supplying the latest materials to professionals, allowing for the seamless combination of textures and colours all through a single supplier.

For more information or to find a Mitten distribution centre in your area, log onto www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem in Canada
Ply Gem® manufactures and distributes a comprehensive line of windows, doors, vinyl siding and accessories for the new construction, home repair, retail and remodeling markets in Canada. Ply Gem manufactured brands include Ply Gem® Windows, Ply Gem® Aluminum, Ply Gem® Trim and Mouldings, Ply Gem® Blocks & Vents and Mitten® by Ply Gem vinyl siding. The company also distributes a wide variety of complementary exterior building products through Ply Gem and Mitten branch locations. Products are distributed coast-to-coast in Canada and are available globally via export. For more information, visit www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem
Ply Gem (NYSE: PGEM), headquartered in Cary, N.C., is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Ply Gem produces a comprehensive product line of windows and patio doors, vinyl and aluminum siding and accessories, designer accents, cellular PVC trim and mouldings, vinyl fencing and railing, stone veneer and gutterware. Ply Gem employs more than 8,900 associates across North America. Visit www.plygem.com for more information.

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Ashley Eisner/Vikki Feggulis
G&S Business Communications
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These home exterior accessories have been colour-matched to perfectly complement Mitten by Ply Gem vinyl siding.

Brantford, ON – Ply Gem®, a leading North American exterior building products manufacturer, introduces the latest category to its portfolio in Canada: Ply Gem Blocks and Vents. Now available nationwide through Mitten’s coast-to-coast distribution network, these new accessories are part of an industry-leading colour-match program, with more than 100 colours designed to perfectly complement Mitten® by Ply Gem branded vinyl siding.

Perfect for mounting light fixtures, mailboxes, and even doorbells, Ply Gem mounting blocks are simple for professionals to install and make a stylish addition to any exterior. With an innovative two-piece design that easily adjusts to fit over many siding choices, Ply Gem mounting blocks are a simple, sleek enhancement to a home exterior. Built to withstand the harshest weather conditions, they also won’t chip, crack, or split

Ply Gem vents are specialized to meet the needs of every project. Whether in need of a dependable utility vent for cross-ventilation of garages, foundations, and range hoods, or a contemporary gable vent to manage air flow, Ply Gem vents are an attractive solution. The unique snap-on system and square backing unit is easy for builders and remodelers to install.

“By expanding Mitten’s distribution offering with Ply Gem blocks and vents, we can offer the professional a complete design solution, with every perfectly matched exterior accessory,” said Doug Rende, President, Mitten Building Products, plygem. “Mounting blocks and vents are the finishing touches on a well-designed exterior.”

A part of Ply Gem’s core offering, mounting blocks and vents are one of 27 product categories in The Designed Exterior by Ply Gem, a complete exterior solution that includes windows, doors, siding, stone veneer, trim, accents, accessories and more.

Ply Gem mounting blocks and vents come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

For more information or to find a Mitten distribution centre in your area, log onto www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem in Canada
Ply Gem® manufactures and distributes a comprehensive line of windows, doors, vinyl siding and accessories for the new construction, home repair, retail and remodeling markets in Canada. Ply Gem manufactured brands include Ply Gem® Windows, Ply Gem® Aluminum, Ply Gem® Trim and Mouldings, Ply Gem® Blocks and Vents and Mitten® by Ply Gem vinyl siding. The company also distributes a wide variety of complementary exterior building products through Ply Gem and Mitten branch locations. Products are distributed coast-to-coast in Canada and are available globally via export. For more information, visit www.plygem.ca.

About Ply Gem
Ply Gem (NYSE: PGEM), headquartered in Cary, N.C., is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Ply Gem produces a comprehensive product line of windows and patio doors, vinyl and aluminum siding and accessories, designer accents, cellular PVC trim and mouldings, vinyl fencing and railing, stone veneer and gutterware. Ply Gem employs more than 7,000 associates across North America. Visit www.plygem.com for more information.

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Vikki Feggulis/Ashley Eisner
G&S Business Communications
Tel: 212-697-2600
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