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• 2017 New Products Preview ......................................................................................................................... 2

• 2017 On-Trend Products .............................................................................................................................. 4

• 2017 Therma-Tru Company Focus ............................................................................................................... 6

• 2017 Unlock The Opportunities .................................................................................................................... 8

• New Smooth-Star Shaker-Style Doors ....................................................................................................... 10

• The Importance of Curb Appeal in 2017 .................................................................................................... 12

• Therma-Tru at 2017 International Builders Show ....................................................................................... 14

• Therma-Tru Glass Options for Privacy ....................................................................................................... 16

• Fortune Brands Company Fact Sheet ....................................................................................................... 18

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Therma-Tru Previews New Products at 2017 NAHB International Builders’ Show

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MAUMEE, OHIO – Therma-Tru continues to deliver styles homeowners are looking for while producing high-quality, reliable products. This year attendees of the 2017 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) in Orlando, Florida, will get a firsthand look at Therma-Tru’s 2017 portfolio of new on-trend products. New door styles, glass designs and stylish handlesets will be showcased in booth W4041 at IBS from January 10 through January 12, 2017.

This year it was important for Therma-Tru to launch products that can be customized to fit the homeowner’s style, and create a statement look while providing security and privacy. “With multiple generations purchasing homes and craving standout entries that fit their personalities, we are excited to offer new products that meet their needs,” says Donna Contat, director of brand management for Therma-Tru Corp.

Most new products will be available for sale beginning February 6, 2017, and include:

Smooth-Star Shaker-Style Doors & Sidelites A transitional update to the historic Shaker style, new Smooth-Star Shaker-style doors and sidelites feature recessed panels and flush-glazed glass to deliver a simple design with broad appeal. Flat simulated divided lites (SDLs) can be added to the door and sidelites to complement window grid patterns and other architectural home elements.

Wide Simulated Divided Lites (SDLs) Add contemporary style to the entry with 3-½" wide SDL bars. These bars feature a flat profile to complement the seamless appearance of flush-glazed glass for a clean, sleek look. Available for Fiber-Classic Oak Collection and Smooth-Star doors.

Internal Blinds 47" Glass Options Now available in 47" glass size for doors and sidelites, internal blinds provide the privacy and convenience of a cordless blind enclosed between glass. Homeowners can now create a 3/4-lite look for 6'8" doors and a 1/2-lite look for 8'0" doors. Available in both wood-grained, stainable and smooth, paintable doors and sidelites.

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Grip-Style Handlesets for Multi-Point Locking Systems (MPLS) Two new grip-style handlesets will be available for the multi-point locking system, offering an intuitive option with on-trend aesthetics. With a turn of the thumb or key, three locks engage at the door’s most critical points. These handlesets pair well with home styles ranging from Traditional to Contemporary.

Digital Training for New Products The Unlock the Opportunities sweepstakes kicks off on January 9, 2017. This year’s program uses interactive online learning modules to educate our customers about our new products. Then, upon completion of each module’s quiz the participant will be awarded a key that unlocks a chance to win a prize. This training tool will be available to fabricators, builders and dealers from January 9 through April 30, 2017, and can be accessed at www.unlocktheopportunities.com. About Therma-Tru Therma-Tru is the leading entry door brand most preferred by building professionals. Founded in 1962, Therma-Tru pioneered the fiberglass entry door industry, and today offers a complete portfolio of entry and patio door system solutions, including decorative glass doorlites, sidelites and transoms, and door components. The company also offers low-maintenance Fypon® polyurethane and PVC products. Headquartered in Maumee, Ohio, Therma-Tru is part of Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc. (NYSE: FBHS). For more information and product warranty details, visit www.thermatru.com, www.fypon.com or call 800-537-8827.

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NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCE OF WINNING. Open to employees, managers or owners of entry door fabricators or door distributors, dealers, builders, remodelers or contractors, who are legal residents of the 50 United States, including D.C., or Canada (excluding Quebec), that are 18 and older (19 in AL and NE). Void where prohibited. See www.unlocktheopportunities.com for Official Rules, prizes and odds. Sweepstakes begins on January 9, 2017 at 12:00:00 am ET and ends on April 30, 2017 at 11:59:59 pm ET. Sponsor: Therma-Tru Corp., 1750 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee, OH 43537.



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Therma-Tru Debuts On-Trend Products to Enhance Curb Appeal for 2017

MAUMEE, OHIO – Each year Therma-Tru introduces high-quality, reliable products with styles that homeowners are looking for. This year it was especially important to keep in mind that consumers don’t want cookie cutter homes. Homeowners are seeking curb appeal, custom options and higher end products.

“For 2017 it was important for us to keep in mind that homeowners want customized, standout entries that make a statement. Bigger glass that allows for more open views and natural light into the home was also a key factor,” says Derek Fielding, director of marketing insights and innovation at Therma-Tru Corp.

This year’s Smooth-Star® Shaker-style door and sidelite product launch includes a Craftsman-lite 2-panel Shaker door with flush-glazed glass, and a 2-panel Craftsman Shaker door without glass. The Shaker-style doors and Craftsman-lite sidelites feature recessed panels for a true Shaker-style aesthetic that adds curb appeal and a fresh new look to the entry. The smooth, paintable surface allows for unlimited color options inside and out.

The new-for-2017 simulated divided lite (SDL) bars now include a 3-½" wide option that adds curb appeal from the outside and a focal point on the inside. They are ideal for Modern homes, but are versatile enough to pair with other home styles as well. These wider SDLs are available for Fiber-Classic® Oak CollectionTM and Smooth-Star® flush-glazed doors and sidelites creating a simple, clean look that can pair with privacy and textured glass designs, as well as Low-E glass. With glass built directly into the door during the manufacturing process for flush-glazed doors and sidelites, homeowners can enjoy more natural light into their home.

Adding to the portfolio of multi-point locking system options, Therma-Tru will launch two new grip-style handlesets. Named Forte and Prospect, these handlesets offer an intuitive approach to the multi-point locking system with on-trend aesthetics. A simple 90-degree twist of the thumbturn (interior) or a key (exterior) is all it takes to engage the door frame at the three locking points.

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Enjoy real wood beauty on a fiberglass door with PrismaGuardTM stain, or customize your look with endless paint color options from PrismaGuardTM paint. This factory-applied finishing system for fiberglass doors produces a durable finish backed by a 10-year limited warranty. PrismaGuardTM stain seamlessly blends the realism of wood with the durability of fiberglass while PrismaGuardTM paint gives a vibrant, high-end appearance to any door surface – grained or smooth, to match any home style or design.

Therma-Tru has also recently launched more of the Craftsman doors homeowners love to complement the expanding trends in home architecture. The 3'6" x 8'0" door and glass options in the Classic-Craft® American Style and Classic-Craft® Rustic collections are perfect for today’s homes with grand entryways and high ceilings.

About Therma-Tru Therma-Tru is the leading entry door brand most preferred by building professionals. Founded in 1962, Therma-Tru pioneered the fiberglass entry door industry, and today offers a complete portfolio of entry and patio door system solutions, including decorative glass doorlites, sidelites and transoms, and door components. The company also offers low-maintenance Fypon® polyurethane and PVC products. Headquartered in Maumee, Ohio, Therma-Tru is part of Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc. (NYSE: FBHS). For more information and product warranty details, visit www.thermatru.com, www.fypon.com or call 800-537-8827.

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Therma-Tru Focuses on Consumers’ Need for Customization and Technology in 2017

MAUMEE, OHIO – Therma-Tru prides itself on delivering on-trend, high-quality fiberglass entry doors that maximize a home’s curb appeal. Recently, Therma-Tru focused on prioritizing what is most important to customers and discovered that homeowners are seeking customized looks that truly represent their unique style.

Launching at this year’s NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) in Orlando, Florida, are products that offer opportunities for homeowners to customize their entries. New options include Smooth-Star® Shaker-style doors, wider simulated divided lites (SDL), new internal blinds glass size options and two grip-style handlesets for the multi-point locking system.

“Each new product is stylish and allows homeowners to achieve that customized style they are looking for,” said Brett Finely, president at Therma-Tru Corp. “We’re also excited to showcase a new Architectural Home Styles Guide, which helps homeowners decide which door will look best on their home based on its architectural style.”

With increased use of technology and easy access to information, homeowners are taking more time to explore multiple products to decide what best fits their personal style. This increased the need to have up-to-date, innovative digital solutions including Therma-Tru’s website and social media pages, and the DoorWaysTM App. Each platform allows consumers to explore Therma-Tru products, and the app allows them to visualize a new entryway on their home. All of these tools make it easy for consumers to create the look they want.

“We’re highly focused on making sure we meet the core needs of our regional markets. Homes look different throughout the country, so it’s important for us to have a broad, well-positioned product portfolio,” said Finley. “In 2017, we will also continue with a consumer-focused approach by creating and launching innovative products that enhance a home’s curb appeal, and give homeowners the customized look they desire.”

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Therma-Tru Launches 2017 “Unlock the Opportunities” Sweepstakes

MAUMEE, OHIO – Therma-Tru Corp. has commenced its annual “Unlock the Opportunities” national sweepstakes for dealers, builders, remodelers, fabricators and distributors. Featuring daily and weekly prizes, this year’s program uses online learning modules to educate participants on the new products for 2017.

“The program utilizes our online Education Center to deliver a simple, but comprehensive way for industry customers to learn about our products,” says Chuck Clark, channel marketing manager at Therma-Tru Corp. “The interactive learning modules engage participants in a unique way for them to experience and learn about the new products Therma-Tru has to offer in 2017.”

The program begins by showing participants a list of available learning modules for each new product. The participant selects the new product they would like to learn about, and is presented with an interactive module tailored to the new product, followed by a 10 question quiz. Upon completion they will be eligible for prizes based on their quiz score.

Participants who answer six or more questions correctly will be entered for a chance to win one weekly prize, which is a plane ticket gift card worth $1,000. If participants answer eight or more questions correctly, they will receive an instant prize key. The prize key will unlock a door to unveil whether it’s a winner of one of the three daily Yeti® RamblerTM Tumbler prizes.

“Based on their score, participants can retry the quiz or accept their score as is,” says Clark. “However, prize eligibility is dependent on how they perform on the quiz.”

Participants who complete all six new product learning modules and answer at least eight questions correctly on each of the quizzes will receive their choice of a Therma-Tru® T-shirt or hat.

Trade professionals can take part in the “Unlock the Opportunities” sweepstakes and view the official rules at www.unlocktheopportunities.com. The program runs from January 9 through April 30, 2017.

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Therma-Tru Launches Smooth-Star® Shaker Styles at the 2017 NAHB International Builders’ Show

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MAUMEE, OHIO – Therma-Tru will preview its Smooth-Star® Shaker-style doors and sidelites at the 2017 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS). This new category of doors and sidelites, launching in March, meets today’s trends and complements a wide variety of home styles.

Ideal for homes that take design cues from Farmhouse, Prairie and Modern architectural elements, Shaker-style doors and sidelites bridge the gap between yesterday’s styles and today’s trends. The style adds curb appeal and a fresh new look to entries with a simple, casual design that combines historic Shaker-style recessed panels and smooth, paintable fiberglass doors and sidelites for virtually unlimited color options inside and out. Smooth-Star Shaker-style doors also complement full-lite flush-glazed sidelites in both 6'8" and 8'0" heights.

Homeowners can choose from a 2-panel Craftsman Shaker door without glass for maximum privacy, or a Craftsman-lite 2-panel Shaker door with flush-glazed glass built directly into the door. Flush-glazed glass is durable and allows homeowners to achieve a simple, modern look while letting more light into the home. Customize with five privacy and textured glass designs or Low-E glass, or add new flat simulated divided lites to create a look that fits your home and personality.

“The different glass designs really let homeowners express their style with Shaker-style doors and sidelites. Along with the different glass styles, the smooth, paintable surface allows homeowners to paint the door any color to truly customize their look,” says Donna Contat, director of brand management at Therma-Tru Corp.

Ideal for front entry applications, as well as side and back doors, the new-for-2017 Shaker-style doors and Craftsman-lite sidelites feature recessed panels for a true Shaker-style look that delivers a relaxed style for simple living. -more-

“Therma-Tru continues to incorporate home design trends into our portfolio and the Shaker style is the latest example. It’s a fresh style designed to satisfy consumer demand for a clean and simple look that easily blends with a wide variety of architectural and decorative accents,” said Derek Fielding, director of marketing insights and innovation at Therma-Tru Corp. About Therma-Tru Therma-Tru is the leading entry door brand most preferred by building professionals. Founded in 1962, Therma-Tru pioneered the fiberglass entry door industry, and today offers a complete portfolio of entry and patio door system solutions, including decorative glass doorlites, sidelites and transoms, and door components. The company also offers low-maintenance Fypon® polyurethane and PVC products. Headquartered in Maumee, Ohio, Therma-Tru is part of Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc. (NYSE: FBHS). For more information and product warranty details, visit www.thermatru.com, www.fypon.com or call 800-537-8827.

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Therma-Tru Recognizes the Importance of Curb Appeal Going Into 2017

MAUMEE, OHIO – One of the emerging trends that Therma-Tru has discovered going into 2017 is the growing importance of a home’s curb appeal. This topic has become increasingly popular among homeowners, and proves to be a key factor when purchasing a new home or revamping an entry. With today’s aging housing stock, there is a renewed emphasis on redesigning home exteriors, which may include mixing building materials, adding front porches and using creative molding around doors and windows.

To help homeowners get that standout entry they want, Therma-Tru has launched a new guide to assist in the decision-making process by aligning our style and design options to make the entry unique to the buyer’s style.

The Architectural Home Styles Guide is designed to inspire and excite homeowners when going through the door-buying process. The goal is to leave them feeling confident that their purchase decision for their new front door is perfect for their home style. This guide can also help professionals be more confident when presenting customers with entry door options that will enhance a home’s overall curb appeal.

Based on results from a recent study, a new Therma-Tru entry door can increase the perceived value of a home by 4.2 percent, or $18,750 on average.*

“This survey showed very clearly that the perception of higher value lies with an enhanced entry door, and that the front door is a key driver of curb appeal,” said Derek Fielding, director of marketing insights and innovation for Therma-Tru Corp.

Therma-Tru also provides a great resource for homeowners and trade professionals to visualize different door styles on their home. The DoorWaysTM App, available in the App

Store® and Google Play™, allows homeowners and trade professionals to experience the

curb appeal before they make a purchase. They can start exploring what different doors look like on their home by downloading the app and taking a picture of the front of the home.

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For more information about the importance of curb appeal, and how it increases the perceived value of a home, visit http://www.thermatru.com/curbappeal.

*Based on a nationwide survey of consumers’ estimates of perceived home value based on exterior appearance. Not based on actual home sales. Results may vary based on region and home style. Therma-Tru’s “National Home Valuation Study” was commissioned by Therma-Tru in 2015 and conducted by TNS, an independent provider of internet-based research.


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Therma-Tru Announces New Products and Tools at 2017 NAHB International Builders’ Show

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MAUMEE, OHIO – New products come together with current home architecture trends backed by market insights in booth W4041 at the 2017 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) in Orlando, Florida.

Therma-Tru will exhibit a variety of new products for 2017 including on-trend Shaker-style doors, stylish new multi-point locking system handlesets, along with products that add modern appeal to flush-glazed doors and sidelites.

“Each year the International Builders’ Show is a great opportunity for us to showcase new products that we believe will meet what builders, remodelers, dealers and distributors are looking for based on their market needs. Our new-for-2017 products satisfy the homeowners’ need to purchase products that are high-quality yet low-maintenance, and allow them to create a customized look,” said Donna Contat, director of brand management at Therma-Tru Corp.

Therma-Tru will also release its Architectural Home Styles Guide at IBS, which is a comprehensive guide for homeowners to learn which door styles best fit their type of home.

“The Architectural Home Styles Guide is a great resource for homeowners to explore Therma-Tru door options that complement their home based on its style. The goal is to engage readers to be inspired by design and help them choose a Therma-Tru door to enhance the curb appeal of their home,” says Chuck Clark, channel marketing manager at Therma-Tru Corp. Clark also notes that it’s the perfect tool for builders looking for entry door options that will help make their homes stand out from the competition.

Experts from Therma-Tru will be in booth W4041 to discuss the Architectural Home Styles Guide and how the new-for-2017 products relate to current trends, along with how builders, remodelers, dealers and distributors can use our Unlock the Opportunities online sweepstakes to learn about new products and enter to win daily and weekly prizes.

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Welcome Home Beauty, Privacy and Function with Therma-Tru® Glass Designs

MAUMEE, OHIO – With an increased desire from homeowners to allow more natural light into the home, glass is becoming the new luxury. Homeowners are looking for customization and privacy when purchasing glass, which is why each of our privacy and textured glass designs and internal blinds glass size options allow consumers to express their style without compromising their sense of privacy. With multiple style and privacy options, there is a glass configuration out there for everyone.

New for 2017 is a 47" internal blinds glass size option for doors and sidelites, which takes a more functional approach to privacy. Homeowners can choose their desired level of privacy along with the level of light allowed in by adjusting the single hand operator to be totally closed for maximum privacy, or open for natural light flow. The cordless blinds enclosed between two panes of tempered glass remain dust-free and are a great kid- and pet-friendly option.

On the other hand, privacy and textured glass options provide homeowners with an artistic approach to privacy. Therma-Tru doors and sidelites, including flush-glazed styles, can be customized with a beautiful privacy and textured glass design that allows for individual design expression that fits within the homeowner’s style. All five privacy and textured glass designs have opacity ratings between 8-10, providing high levels of privacy.

Satin Etch A fine-textured pearlescent glass that delivers a pure, simple design aesthetic.

Chord A vertical flowing pattern reminiscent of waves on the water.

Chinchilla A free-flowing configuration, presenting quiet lines and curves.

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Rainglass An elegantly fashioned glass featuring ripples of cascading water.

Granite A course-grained arrangement with surface detail over the entirety of the glass.

All privacy and textured glass options are triple-pane, providing thermal efficiency along with a smooth, easy-to-clean surface. Each glass design is covered by a lifetime limited warranty when installed in a Therma-Tru fiberglass door system.


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Company Fact Sheet

2016 MILESTONES &

RECOGNITIONS:

OUR MISSION:

We’re the foremost

consumer home products

company that fulfills the

dreams of homeowners and

helps people feel more

secure.

GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP:

• Code of Conduct &

Business Ethics

• Supplier Code of Conduct

• Compliance Program

• Safe & Respectful

Workplaces

• Diversity & Inclusion

• Quality

• Responsible Products

• Corporate Contributions

Our executive team is committed to

operating at the highest standards. The

team combines vast experience with

deep industry knowledge to lead our

company to continued success.

(Left to right: Michael Bauer, Sheri Grissom, E.

Lee. Wyatt, Christopher Klein, David Randich,

Brett Finley, Robert Biggart and Nicholas Fink)

GLOBAL

WORKFORCE:22,000 associates primarily

in the U.S. with operations

and teams in Canada,

Mexico, U.K., China, Japan,

France and Germany

Segments & PortfolioHow We’ve MAXIMIZED SHAREHOLDER

VALUE Since Becoming a stand-alone company

in 2011:

• Nearly doubled our sales.

• More than doubled operating margin.

• Increased our EPS almost 5 fold.

• Deployed capital in value-creating ways

including making five acquisitions of $1.4

billion dollars, repurchasing over $900 million

of our shares, and initiating, and consistently

increasing the dividend.

Q3 2016: Announced the formation of the

Global Plumbing Group (GPG) and acquired:

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