CertainTeed WindowsCorporation Introduces Prism Glass Block.An Affordable Glazing Option for CertainTeed Windows

January 26, 2007
(Valley Forge, Pennsylvania) - CertainTeed Corporation introduces Prism Glass Block, a glazing option for vinyl windows that provides homeowners with privacy and style at an affordable price. The new Prism Glass Block features the patented PrismGrid® optical film technology inside a semi-opaque double-pane unit, creating the look of classic glass block.

An Affordable Glazing Option for CertainTeed Windows

Glass block has been used for decades to create privacy, while still allowing light to enter. According to Thierry Denis, Vice President and General Manager for CertainTeed Windows, "Prism Glass Block creates the privacy of traditional glass block in a vinyl window that's decorative, maintenance free and comes backed with the highest quality standards from CertainTeed. Homeowners now have a more affordable alternative to traditional glass block."

With Prism Glass Block, window dealers can offer their customers the timeless effect of true glass block, with all of the convenience of CertainTeed vinyl windows. Prism Glass Block is ideal for bathroom, entryway and basement applications. Its easy installation requires no special framing, saving time and money, and it comes in the same standard profile as other CertainTeed windows.

About CertainTeed
Through innovation and creative product design, CertainTeed has helped shape the building products industry for more than 100 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Company, the firm made its slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," which quickly inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is North America's leading brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, windows, fence, decking, railing, millwork, foundations, pipe, insulation, walls, ceilings and access covers.

Headquartered in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, CertainTeed and its affiliates have approximately 9,000 employees and 70 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. In 2006 the group had consolidated sales approaching $4 billion. www.certainteed.com