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Fiberon Horizon* decking in lpe and Rosewood. Better than the real thing, because our patent pending PermaTech* surface protects the beauty. Even under tropical sun.

Unmatched in the industry at providing the rich multichromatic look of fine hardwoods"

An extension of elegance from inside the home to a relaxed backyard lifestyle.

Each deckboard is wrapped on all four sides, so it's protected from stains, scratches and fading with the industry's firsi stain and fade warranty, now extended to 20 years.

Non-organic surfaces eliminate a food source for mold, resulting in the ultimate in mold resistance. Sustainable product. Sustainable beauty. The endurance contest? lt's over.

AFPA's Sustainable Forestry Initiative program recently notched its 2,000th chain-of-custody certified location.

PJ Currier Lumber, Amherst, N.H., has received Forest Stew. ardship Council certification.

Phillips Hardware, Atbany, N.Y., willopen location #7 this month in a 5,000-sq. ft. former Passonno Paint store in Schenectady, N.Y.

Beechwold Hardware. ctintonville, Oh., was named 2010 Business of the Year by the local Chamber of Commerce.

Enduris, Jacksonville, Fl., has qualified three styles of vinyl fencing to meet new standards for Miami Dade County windJoad requirements.

Versatex, Pittsburgh, Pa., has a new green building section at its website, www.versatex.com/green.

Ring's End Adds 9th Location

Ring's End Lumber, Darien, Ct., recently opened its ninth store, a 10,000-sq. ft. paint and design center in Norwalk, Ct., that carries everything but bulk lumber-which can be ordered for on-site delivery.

"The centerpiece is a Benjamin Moore Signature Store, with a spacious seating area where customers can explore colors and finishes. Architectural hardware, moldings and millwork. deck and fence options are all available," said Elliot Greenberg, vice president for sales and operations.

Tim Plunkett is general manager of the new store, while Sal Migliorelli manages the paint center.

Buyer Sought for Renovated Virginia Plant

Sustainable Woods, a recently renovated wood-processing facility in Castlewood, Va., is up for sale.

The nonprofit Appalachian Sustainable Development opened the plant about 10 years ago, to demonstrate that a market could be created for wood products harvested in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. Last year, the group spent $300,000 to expand the facility.

The plant has lost money every year it has operated, with recent losses growing and threatening the mill with closure. "What we'd really want to do, is find someone who is interested in this business as a for-profit with the same idea," said Denise Barrett, ASD's executive director.

New Owner for KansasYard

Huth Lumber & Hardwood, Cottonwood Falls, Ks., has a new owner and a new name.

New owner Danny Shepard changed the name to Shep's Lumber & Hardware and has started remodeling. He also plans to install 12 storage units on the property.

lllinois Yard Suspect Charged

An office employee at Alexander Lumber's yard in Cortland, Il., has been charged with misappropriating funds for at least two years.

Carole Cardot has been charged with one count of theft, a Class 2 felony punishable by up to seven years in prison.

Police said the thefts, which took place between March 2008 and January 2010, total at least $15,000 and possibly more than $25,000.

Great Southern Wood has been around for forly years now. And in that time, we've become the largest producer of pressure treated pine in the country - while consumers have made our product their brand of choice for outdoor building. Folks know YellaWood brand pressure treated pine stands for quality and that it provides the best long{erm protection against rot, fungal decay and termite attack. They also like its lighter, more natural appearance which makes it easier to paint or stain. Yes, quality is what we're all about at Great Southern. lt's found not only in our products, but also in the way we treat our customers. That's what's going to take us into the future. You see, to us, customer satisfaction is the only true path to success. lf we've learned anything over the years, it's that.

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