Color Palette of Granite Certified by DuPont Expands Exponentially

    LAS VEGAS, May 8-10, 2007 - Responding to increased market demand for Granite Certified by DuPont™, the company is announcing expansion of the portfolio from 15 colors to 69 selections of the world's most premium natural stone.

    Color Palette of Granite Certified by DuPont

    The growing availability of Granite Certified by DuPont™ now includes 24 colors at over 350 Lowe's Home Improvement Stores across the United States; with 45 additional colors available regionally at both Lowe's and select specialty retail locations. Included in the wide spectrum of these new offerings are colors such as creamy Golden Peach, lush Green Hawaii and vibrant Blue Pearl.

    "Our detailed specifications for each color allows the allure of granite, with its lasting beauty, to be brilliantly showcased," explained Maureen McGeehan, marketing manager -- DuPont Surfaces. "Stemming from an extremely careful inspection and selection process, Granite Certified by DuPont™ delivers the highest quality product for designers and homeowners."

    Granite Certified by DuPont™ is protected by an innovative DuPont proprietary sealant that fills in natural cracks, helps repel stains and maintains the stone's natural hue. DuPont also has trained and authorized each installer to assure the customer's overall installation experience is overwhelmingly positive.

    Granite Certified by DuPont™ carries a 10-Year Residential Limited Warranty, covering fabrication, installation and also includes a one-year warranty against stains. It benefits from the DuPont 5-Point Advantage, which is superior materials, certified installation, expert service, an exceptional warranty and a world of experience backed by a customer service rating of 98 percent.

    For more Granite Certified by DuPont™ information, designers and consumers can call toll-free 800-246-1421 or visit www.countertops.dupont.com.

    DuPont Surfaces and Building Innovations is a strategic business unit of DuPont that manufactures and markets Corian® solid surfaces, as well as Zodiaq® quartz surfaces and Granite Certified by DuPont™. Corian® is a well-known global brand in the solid surface category.

    DuPont is a science-based products and services company. Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture and food; building and construction; communications; and transportation.

    Contacts:
    Kate Ryan
    302-999-5708
    kate.ryan@usa.dupont.com

    Adele Cehrs/Sarah Gates
    202-729-4227/202-729-4217
    adele.cehrs@ogilvypr.com
    sarah.gates@ogilvypr.com