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ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–MoistureShield® and RDI® Railing, Oldcastle® APG’s signature deck and rail brands, today announced an expanded distribution agreement with Great Southern Wood Preserving, Incorporated. This will further enable access to railing and composite decking solutions for customers in Hagerstown, Md., Rocky Mount, Va., Fombell, Pa. and Millwood, Ky.

“Partnering with Great Southern allows us to significantly grow the presence of MoistureShield decking and RDI railing products across the eastern U.S.,” said Matthew Bruce, Vice President of Sales at Oldcastle APG. “This strategic alliance positions both companies for substantial market expansion, allowing more customers to Live Well Outside.”

With these additions, Great Southern will now offer MoistureShield products and RDI Railing solutions in all these key markets. The addition of MoistureShield’s alternative decking and RDI’s railing systems to Great Southern’s portfolio further extends the geographic reach and customer service capabilities of both Great Southern and Oldcastle APG.

“Aligning these products and geographies provides more options for our dealers and further fulfills our pledge of providing world-class customer service with a one-stop shopping experience,” said Mark Smith, General Manager of Great Southern’s Northeast Region. “With a single call, dealers across the region will now be able to access a more robust portfolio of products inclusive of YellaWood® brand pressure-treated pine, MoistureShield composite decking, and RDI alternative railing products.”

MoistureShield’s Vision®, Meridian™, Elevate™ and Vantage™ composite decking products are almost entirely made from recycled materials, such as post-consumer plastic, industrial plastic, wood fibers and other content. A leader in its category for innovation and sustainability, MoistureShield decking contributes to LEED green building certifications, diverts 27 million pounds of plastics from landfills, and recycles more than 65 million pounds of wood fiber every year — sparing the equivalent of 15,000 trees.

With its patent-pending OneTen™ built-in centralized tensioning system, RDI Elevation Rail can install 38% faster than the leading competition*. The built-in centralized tensioning system–a unique mechanism in the industry–eliminates the tedious task of tensioning each cable individually and decreases the number of seasonal adjustments. Its modern, industrial design offers a continuous top rail for both stair and level applications, while its adjustable panels enable installation indoors or outdoors without obstructing views. RDI Elevation Rail is available in pre-assembled kits with pre-installed brackets and pre-strung, stainless-steel cables.

*Claim based on a 12’x18’ deck with 8 posts and 7 panels (Elevation Rail installed 49 minutes faster than competitive cable railing install of 129 minutes)

About MoistureShield®

MoistureShield is the signature composite decking brand of Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company and leading provider of outdoor living and building materials. MoistureShield manufactures innovative composite deck boards with protective cap, color and surface technologies that create a natural wood look with the ability to withstand impact and water submersion. The brand’s CoolDeck® Technology is the first of its kind to deliver surface heat absorption solutions. For more information, visit MoistureShield.com.

About RDI® Railing

RDI® Railing is a premium railing brand offering unique features aimed at enhancing the look and livability of any home, all while delivering dramatically simplified installation. Available in a wide range of materials, designs and profiles, RDI Railing is a leading innovator in outdoor and indoor railing products. Featuring more than 20 patents and with more than 30 years of industry experience, RDI products deliver the versatility that brings your vision of home to life. RDI Railing is manufactured and warrantied by Oldcastle® APG. For more information, visit rdirail.com.

About Oldcastle APG

Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer’s portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies. For more information, visit oldcastleapg.com.

About Great Southern Wood Preserving, Incorporated

Great Southern Wood Preserving, Incorporated, was founded in 1970 in Abbeville, Ala. Today, Great Southern Wood and its subsidiaries employ over 2,000 people who operate from 16 strategically located treating plants with a coverage area that encompasses all or parts of 28 states and the District of Columbia, as well as much of the Caribbean and Latin America, and part of the European Union and Mediterranean region. The company is best known to consumers as the maker of YellaWood® brand pressure treated pine. YellaWood® brand products are easily identifiable by a distinctive yellow tag and have long been recognized by consumers, professional builders, architects and specifiers for quality and dependability. Great Southern facilities service do-it-yourself retail home centers, pro dealers and other retail building-related and industrial segments. The company has also diversified into logistics, distribution of alternative building products, remanufacturing operations and sawmill. For more information, visit YellaWood.com.

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