Universal Forest Products : UFP-Edge Announces Rustic Collection Shiplap and Trim

Friday, March 3, 2017

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - March 3, 2017-If a vintage, rustic look is what you and your customers want for their home, then a product new to the market - for accent walls, ceilings and many other applications - has just been launched under the UFP-Edge brand by the companies of Universal Forest Products, Inc. (Nasdaq: UFPI).

The UFP-Edge Rustic Collection features new lumber that has been distressed, primed and painted to have the authentic look and feel of vintage barn wood. It's available in both 1x6 shiplap interior siding up to 12 ft. long and 1x4 trim boards up to 8 ft. long, with several color options. Unfinished options are also available for custom finishing.

'Our UFP-Edge brand continues to grow and add value with both contractors and the DIY market,' said Bryan Hoexum, director of independent retail sales for Universal Forest Products. 'Consumers are asking for vintage styles they can customize, and our Rustic Collection allows them to do that. Rustic lumber is one of the hottest trends in home decorating and remodeling.'

The UFP-Edge Rustic Collection can be used in just about any application, including ceilings, accent walls, wrap columns and beams, and interior door and window trim, as well as a variety of wood craft projects. Rustic wood helps do-it-yourselfers and contractors create a wide range of projects to complement their home's interior and personal style.

About UFP-Edge
Primed or unprimed, UFP-Edge is simply the most comprehensive line of siding, pattern and trim on the market. UFP-Edge products are manufactured near customer locations, so they don't sit in yards or distribution centers where they can be exposed to the elements and to the wear and tear of frequent transport. All of this allows you to offer your customers the finest siding, pattern and trim goods on the market today. When it comes to premium profile products, give your customers an edge with UFP-Edge.

To learn more about UFP-Edge Rustic Collection, visit the website at http://www.ufpedge.com/rustic.

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UNIVERSAL FOREST PRODUCTS, INC.

Universal Forest Products, Inc. is a holding company that provides capital, management and administrative resources to subsidiaries that supply wood, wood composite and other products to three robust markets: retail, construction and industrial. Founded in 1955, the Company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Mich., with affiliates throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. For more about Universal Forest Products, go to www.ufpi.com.

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