DURALEE TO BECOME EXCLUSIVE U.S. DISTRIBUTOR
FOR CLARKE & CLARKE

Duralee®,one of the largest textile companies in the U.S. has reached an agreement with Clarke & Clarke, a U.K. based fabric and wallcoverings editor to be the exclusive distributor for their products in the United States.

Clarke & Clarke was founded in 1999 and is family run by brothers Duncan and Lee Clarke. They are both passionate about the high quality fabrics and wallcoverings they design & distribute. The products are developed in the U.K. and are currently warehoused in both the U.S. and the U.K.

With a strong emphasis on contemporary style , Clarke & Clarke is internationally recognized as one of the leaders in the world of home fashion. Duralee will enable them to achieve even greater success in the United States. The product will now be distributed through Duralee's sales representatives, showrooms and agent showrooms throughout the U.S.

"We are confident that the Duralee distribution channels will make this brand an instant success in the U.S. Market," said Larry McGovern, National Sales Manager for Duralee.

Duralee will begin introducing product in their showrooms in May 2010 and will begin distributing sample books in July 2010. They plan to have over 20 collections in the market by July 2011. Duralee will then launch product two times per year thereafter. The product consists of both woven and printed textiles and decorative wallcoverings that are merchandised in a coordinated collection giving designers all the options needed to build lifestyles.

"This product is a wonderful compliment to the Duralee and Highland Court lines, making us an even stronger resource for design professionals." said Mr. McGovern.

"Clarke & Clarke is known for high quality and cutting edge design which has already generated a loyal worldwide customer base. We have no doubt that our alliance with Duralee will result in the same success in the U.S. Market." said Duncan Clarke, Head of U.S. Operations for Clarke & Clarke. "Duralee with it's unparalleled distribution network and vast experience in The US market is a perfect partner for us".

Duralee®, dedicated to providing the building blocks to design, is headquartered in Bay Shore, New York with showrooms nationwide and throughout the world.