TAMKO’S LAMARITE SLATE COMPOSITE SHINGLES NOW OFFERED IN COOL COLORS

JOPLIN, Mo. – January 20, 2009 – In response to customers’ request for more energy efficient products, TAMKO Building Products, Inc. has developed Cool Colors for its Lamarite Slate Composite Shingles. Lamarite Slate Cool Color Composite Shingles are rated by the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) – a testament to the energy savings that can be achieved.

The new Lamarite Slate Composite Shingle Cool Colors are Terra Cotta, Pale Olive, Cool Grey, Natural Sand and Almond Shell. Each Lamarite Slate Cool Color meets or exceeds Energy Star Program Requirements for 25 percent solar reflectivity, similar to TAMKO’s MetalWorks Cool Color Steel Shingles.

“With the growing trend toward energy efficient products, ‘Cool’ product options are important,” said Stephen McNally, vice president of sales and marketing for TAMKO. “Lamarite Slate Cool Colors combine beautiful aesthetics with impressive performance and energy efficiency, which is the total package in roofing product options.”

Lamarite Slate Cool Color Shingles are available by special order in 5-, 7- and 12-inch widths and are listed for UL Class A fire resistance, Class 4 impact resistance and come with a 50-year limited warranty. Lamarite Slate Cool Color Shingles will also be available in Starter and Hip and Ridge. Lamarite Slate is an attractive, durable alternative to slate roofing products and is ideal for residential and commercial roofing applications.

About TAMKO
TAMKO® Building Products, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest independent manufacturers of residential and commercial roofing products (including Lamarite® composite Slate and Shake, Heritage® Asphalt Shingles and MetalWorks® Steel Shingles), decking and railing products, waterproofing, cements, and coatings. With nearly 65 years in the industry, TAMKO’s success is the direct result of teamwork and enduring relationships with customers, suppliers and employees. Privately owned, TAMKO is committed to producing quality products with excellent product support. For more information about TAMKO or its limited warranty, visit our Website at www.tamko.com.

Note to editors and writers – The correct capitalization of the company name is TAMKO, due to the fact that it is an acronym. The letters stand for Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma – the company’s original trade area when founded in 1944. TAMKO’s trade area is now all 50 states and a number of foreign countries.

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