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[email protected] TARKETT COMPANIES BEGIN REBRANDING AS TANDUS CENTIVA Dalton, GA –August 21, 2013 – The Tarkett companies of Tandus Flooring and Centiva are in the early stages of rebranding as Tandus Centiva. In addition to multiple rebranding projects, the merger of the two organizations includes the strategic alignment of sales, customer service, marketing and product development. By combining the talents and strengths of both organizations, Tandus Centiva will go to market with true fit-for-purpose product solutions for commercial environments. “This is an exciting change for the talented people of Tandus Centiva, made possible by Tarkett ownership. We have the opportunity and the expectation to create a preferred, multi-surface flooring experience for our customers and look forward to building stronger and more valuable relationships with all of our partners”, commented Glen Hussmann, President of Tandus Centiva. About Tandus Centiva Tandus Centiva’s unique line of LVT, Hybrid Resilient, Modular, Broadloom and Woven flooring products offer a true fit-for-purpose approach to enhance spaces for learning, working, healing and living. With industry-leading product design, unrivaled service and a commitment to environmental and social stewardship, Tandus Centiva provides the ultimate flooring experience for our customers. About Tarkett With revenue of $3.0 billion, Tarkett is the world leader for innovative and sustainable solutions for flooring and sports surfaces. Over 10,000 employees and 38 production units serve Tarkett customers in more than 100 countries. Since January 2007, Tarkett has been jointly owned by the Deconinck family (50 percent) and private equity funds affiliated with KKR (50 percent). For more information, visit www.tarkett.com. ###