Dow Named True Value Vendor of the Year

Dow Named True Value Vendor of the Year

Marietta, GA – July 6, 2006

The Dow Chemical Company, manufacturer of GREAT STUFF™ Insulating Foam Sealant, was recently recognized by True Value Company as Vendor of the Year in its paint and sundries department.

GREAT STUFF™ insulating foam sealants help make your home more comfortable and energy-efficient by sealing the gaps and cracks through which cooled and heated air often escape. It expands to take the shape of the empty spaces to form a permanent, airtight, and water-resistant bond that eliminates unwanted airflow.

True Value awards vendors who provide the highest level of quality service and support for its retail stores based on the following criteria:

Fulfill a rate of 95% for shipment completion and meeting expected delivery date
Double-digit shipment growth from warehouses to dealers
Stock in all warehouses
Overall support of True Value Corporate and Dealer initiatives

“GREAT STUFF™ continually differentiates themselves from other vendors due to three key factors,” notes Michelle Finnigan, global product merchant at True Value’s Paint & Sundries division. “GREAT STUFF™ has had outstanding shipping performances in excess of 99%; they have had double-digit growth in the past twelve months; and they successfully launched GREAT STUFF™ Pro in True Value stores earlier this year.”

GREAT STUFF™ Pro insulating foam sealants, designed exclusively for construction trade professionals, offer the same dependability as the original GREAT STUFF™ product line, but feature reusable application tools, larger canisters and a wider range of temperatures at which the product can be applied.

“We are honored to be selected as Vendor of the Year, and we thank True Value for their continuing support and recognition of our business practices,” said Janet Hansen, marketing communications manager at GREAT STUFF™. “Our relationship with True Value has been successful for more than 20 years, and we anticipate continued partnership as we introduce new products to the GREAT STUFF™ family.”

For more information, visit www.greatstuff.dow.com.

Dow is a diversified chemical company that harnesses the power of science and technology. Living. Improved Daily.™ The Company offers a broad range of innovative products and services to customers in more than 175 countries, helping them to provide everything from fresh water, food and pharmaceuticals to paints, packaging and personal care products. Built on a commitment to its principles of sustainability, Dow has annual sales of $46 billion and employs 42,000 people worldwide. References to "Dow" or the "Company" mean The Dow Chemical Company and its consolidated subsidiaries unless otherwise expressly noted. More information about Dow can be found at www.dow.com.

For Editorial Information:

Janet Hansen
The Dow Chemical Company
(678) 269-1246

Chris Martin
Blattner Brunner
(412) 995-9663

®™* Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company ("Dow") or an affiliated company of Dow



	Dow Named True Value Vendor of the Year Marietta, GA – July 6, 2006 The Dow Chemical Company, manufacturer of GREAT STUFF™ Insulating Foam Sealant, was recently recognized by True Value Company as Vendor of the Year in its paint and sundries department. GREAT STUFF™ insulating foam sealants help make your home more comfortable and energy-efficient by sealing the gaps and cracks through which cooled and heated air often escape. It expands to take the shape of the empty spaces to form a permanent, airtight, and water-resistant bond that eliminates unwanted airflow. True Value awards vendors who provide the highest level of quality service and support for its retail stores based on the following criteria: Fulfill a rate of 95% for shipment completion and meeting expected delivery date Double-digit shipment growth from warehouses to dealers Stock in all warehouses Overall support of True Value Corporate and Dealer initiatives “GREAT STUFF™ continually differentiates themselves from other vendors due to three key factors,” notes Michelle Finnigan, global product merchant at True Value’s Paint & Sundries division. “GREAT STUFF™ has had outstanding shipping performances in excess of 99%; they have had double-digit growth in the past twelve months; and they successfully launched GREAT STUFF™ Pro in True Value stores earlier this year.” GREAT STUFF™ Pro insulating foam sealants, designed exclusively for construction trade professionals, offer the same dependability as the original GREAT STUFF™ product line, but feature reusable application tools, larger canisters and a wider range of temperatures at which the product can be applied. “We are honored to be selected as Vendor of the Year, and we thank True Value for their continuing support and recognition of our business practices,” said Janet Hansen, marketing communications manager at GREAT STUFF™. “Our relationship with True Value has been successful for more than 20 years, and we anticipate continued partnership as we introduce new products to the GREAT STUFF™ family.” For more information, visit www.greatstuff.dow.com. Dow is a diversified chemical company that harnesses the power of science and technology. Living. Improved Daily.™ The Company offers a broad range of innovative products and services to customers in more than 175 countries, helping them to provide everything from fresh water, food and pharmaceuticals to paints, packaging and personal care products. Built on a commitment to its principles of sustainability, Dow has annual sales of $46 billion and employs 42,000 people worldwide. References to "Dow" or the "Company" mean The Dow Chemical Company and its consolidated subsidiaries unless otherwise expressly noted. More information about Dow can be found at www.dow.com. For Editorial Information: Janet Hansen The Dow Chemical Company (678) 269-1246 Chris Martin Blattner Brunner (412) 995-9663 ®™* Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company ("Dow") or an affiliated company of Dow


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