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Strong market response and rapid adoption of UltraLight technology United States 50% conversion across full USG plasterboard portfolio in 3 years ~80% of 12" wallboard converted to SHEETROCK® Brand UltraLight Panels Side by side comparison drives rapid adoption in the retail channel Superior performance attributes encourage residential adoption Productivity enhancements yield strong commercial conversion Mexico millions of square feet BORAL® USG US: Total Board Volumes 1,400 1,200 UltraLight Volume USG Classic Volume 1,000 800 600 400 200 0 7 2010 2011 2012 2013 Improved performance attributes speeds adoption in emerging market Lighter weight generates freight savings and improved profitability Positioned as a premium price, superior performance product Canada Strong conversion rate attributed to performance characteristics Lighter weight increases contractor productivity and profitability High adoption rates in all end use markets 1. Classic volume refers to USG's technologies preceding UltraLight third generation technology Customer testimonials illustrate the strong value proposition of USG's UltraLight portfolio "When we started tracking board counts on this product we began seeing production rate increases" - Commercial Contractor, US "We will use the product whenever possible" - Residential Contractor, US "I could do easily 5-10 more sheets" - Installer, US "All attributes are excellent, I prefer this board" - Contractor, Mexico "Lighter, easier to screw, easier to install, and has no difficulty cutting" - Contractor, Mexico "Panel weight makes it easier to install & work with" - Contractor, Mexico "It just flows onto the walls" - Contractor, US regarding SHEETROCK® Brand UltraLightweight Joint Compound For additional information: www.theweighthasbeenlifted.com 11 BORAL® USG 12
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