"
Versatile Stain Remover's innovative technology truly sets it
apart from the competition -- the new formula grabs oxygen out of the
solution , sending it directly to the surface where stains exist.

Special Cleanliness Report: When Good Vacations Go Bad

* Hand sanitizer for easy on-the-go hygiene while browsing shops and
museums.
* Disinfectant spray and air sanitizer to help rid hotel rooms of germs
and odors left behind. Seal the
"don't know" box and put it away after sorting. For more information, visit any Lowe's
store nationwide or Lowes.

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for Clean, Healthy Summer Travel

WASHINGTON, While on vacation, most people have
either gotten sick, stained a piece of clothing or stayed in a place that was
"disgustingly filthy. Wire baskets can be used for storing socks and undergarments
before they are put away.
- Use stackable plastic drawer units to organize printer and copier
supplies, paper and other office essentials., the 60-year old company is the second-largest home improvement retailer
in the world.
adults had been polled with complete accuracy.

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When hitting the beach bring ..
* Bar or liquid hand soap because it may be in short supply in the
woods. Whether it's a hotel countertop or an eating
surface at a campsite, wipe down all surfaces to be safe.
(Logo: http://www.newscom. Look for units that will
fit on top of file cabinets.S.

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"This research brings all new meaning to the term 'vacation spots,'" said
Brian Sansoni, SDA Vice President of Communication. for your next vacation:

Portability is key! Luckily, cleaning wipes and many other cleaning
products come in convenient packaging, which you can toss in your travel
bag and go . Store
items that are used at least once a week at a height between the
shoulders and knees.S.

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* 1 in 2 (51%) has suffered stains on their clothing on vacation.cleaning101.
* Hand wipes to make removal of sand and suntan lotion a breeze.

A more detailed survey summary is available at
http://www.C.

Harris Interactive Survey Background
Harris Interactive(R) fielded the study on behalf of Lowe's from September
16 - 20, 2005, via its QuickQuery (SM) online omnibus, interviewing a
nationwide sample of 2,292 U.

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About Orange Glo International

Founded in Denver, Colorado, privately held Orange Glo
International began creating its powerful cleaning products more than
15 years ago.
* 4 out of 10 (43%) have felt the need to clean eating areas when they
first arrived at a destination.S. When the bell rings, stop
working and continue the process the next day.

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OxiClean Unveils Its Most Powerful Stain Remover Ever; OxiClean Improves Its Flagship Versatile Stain Fighter with a Stronger Formula

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The independent consumer research study was completed in April 2005 on
behalf of The Soap and Detergent Association (SDA) by International
Communications Research (ICR).

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newscom.com/cgi -bin/prnh/20050520/LAFRU3 )

The Dirty Details:
According to The Soap and Detergent Association's (SDA) Summer Vacation
National Cleaning Survey:

* 1 in 4 (23%) people has encountered a "nightmare" vacation destination
that they described as "disgustingly filthy .cleaning101. If the box remains
unopened after one year, throw it away. Data were weighted to be
representative of the total U.

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* 1 in 4 (27%) people has gotten sick while on vacation .A. SDA is located
at 1500 K Street, NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20005.

Closet
- Frequency of use is a key consideration when organizing a closet. Based in Mooresville,
N. In theory, with a probability sample of this size, one can say with
95 percent certainty that the results have a sampling error of plus or minus 3
percentage points of what they would be if the entire population of U.

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- Keep a folding step-stool in every closet to provide easier access to
articles stored on top shelves.

Home Office
- If there isn't enough space in the house to devote an entire room to
the home office, tuck a computer armoire into a corner of the living
room or dining room.

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Business Editors

DENVER----Just in time for the
annual spring cleaning ritual, OxiClean(R) has reformulated its
Versatile Stain Remover to put a stronger stain fighter in every
bucket. Now better than ever, OxiClean Versatile Stain Remover attacks
stains with more strength than ever before.
* Disinfectant wipes for surfaces in your hotel or motel room, including
commonly touched places such as door knobs, telephones and remote
controls.

When camping bring .

Anticipate your needs.

Clean your surfaces.

The Soap and Detergent Association (http://www.

Lowe's Helps Homeowners Get Organized in the New Year

com/cgi-bin/prnh/20031205/LOWLOGO)
"Organization offers various benefits including saving time, increasing
productivity and reducing stress," said Karena Bailey , vice president of
merchandising for home organization at Lowe's.
- Focus on one room at a time and work only in manageable intervals -- 15
to 30 minutes a day.

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"It's our mission to provide families with the best and easiest
stain-fighting solutions possible," said Cathy Underwood , Brand
Manager for OxiClean.
- Keep a small trash can near the dryer to throw away used dryer sheets
and lint. For another space saving alternative, convert a
closet to an office nook by using a combination of shelves, drawers and
hanging storage. is a
FORTUNE(R) 50 company that serves approximately 11 million customers a week at
more than 1,200 home improvement stores in 49 states.

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"By improving Versatile Stain Remover, a product
that is already number one in its category, we allow families to have
fun and get even messier than ever before because they know there's a
product that will fight even their toughest stains better than ever
before. Magazine 's list of "Ten Fastest Growing Private Companies" in
2000, 2001 and 2002.. Chances are, you will wish you had a cleaning
product at some point during your vacation.S. Cleaning Products Industry (SM), representing manufacturers of
household, industrial, and institutional cleaning products; their ingredients
and finished packaging; and oleochemical producers.
- Keep a plastic shoe box in the laundry room to collect items such as
lipstick, buttons and money.

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C... A New Home Order

MOORESVILLE, N.
With some simple tips, creative solutions and How-To clinics, Lowe's resolves
to help homeowners get organized this year."
According to the National Association of Professional Organizers, one in
four Americans says they would like to be better organizers." Donate whatever possible from the "discard" pile.
- Use a multi-pocket over-the-door shoe organizer to store hosiery,
scarves, gloves, belts and other accessories .
- Use memo and bulletin boards to keep family and work schedules posted.

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5 lb, and 6 lb tubs , improved OxiClean
Versatile Stain Remover can be found at Wal-Mart, Target, Home Depot,
Lowe 's, Sam's Club, Costco and leading grocery stores across the
country.
But what type of cleaning product do we bring along for the ride?

What we bring (respondents could choose more than one item):

* Bar or liquid hand soap 56%
* Hand or personal wipes 44 %
* Hand sanitizer 41%
* Cleaning/disinfectant wipes 31%
* Disinfectant spray 21%
* Air sanitizer 14%
* Stain wipes 14%

SDA (http://www.K.

Keep hands clean.

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The new formula is the most powerful OxiClean versatile stain
remover to date."
Versatile Stain Remover 's powder form allows consumers to
determine the strength they need in order to get the job done.

Best known for its OxiClean brand, the company has shown
how forming a direct relationship with consumers can win market share
and develop brand trust one person at a time. "By taking a few minutes
to pack the basic 'on-the-go' cleaning supplies, consumers can have the peace-
of-mind that comes with being prepared for life's little spills and messes..

SDA says P.cleaning101. Set a kitchen timer.
- Keep workshop essentials clean, protected and close at hand with tool
boxes and chests.
- Place a clothes rack by the dryer, and hang clothes as they come out to
minimize wrinkling and the need for an iron.C.

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It now works 25 percent better
in-wash and 200 percent better when used as a pre-treat for laundry.com) provides recommendations for what
cleaning , hygiene and disinfecting products you can pack for your summer
vacation destinations.

When sightseeing bring . "We recognize that daily
demands and limitations of everyday life can make getting organized a
challenging task, so Lowe's offers an abundant selection of storage and home
organization products, as well as helpful information consumers can use to
achieve their organizing goals.com.

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When organizing different spaces in the home, consider the following:

Garage
- Save valuable floor space by hanging shelves and hooks to store items
along the walls.

About Lowe's
With fiscal year 2004 sales of $36. adults (18+).

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* Fabric softener sheets to keep with laundry to make it smell better
until you get home!

When staying at a rental property bring .
* Single use, pre-measured tablets or gels for automatic dishwashing,
which are easy to pack and easy to use.
* Window and dusting wipes for quick surface cleanups. For more information, visit Lowes.

Homemaking is the art of managing a household.

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"Versatile Stain Remover works on everything from house siding
to garbage disposals -- it's even gentle enough to clean antique
lace. The company, which
employs more than 180 people, continues to expand globally, making
Inc."

Our Ideal Destinations
According to SDA's research, our favorite vacations include the beach
(27%), sightseeing (18%), camping (17 %), visiting relatives (15%) and theme
parks (9%).C. SDA members produce more
than 90 percent of the cleaning products marketed in the U.
- Use a storage system made especially for small items, which can easily
disappear among larger items.m. adult population on the basis of region , age
within gender, education, household income, race/ethnicity, and propensity to
be online.

This online sample is not a
probability sample.

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Since
the product is chlorine-free, it is safer to use around the house than
many other household chemicals and won't ruin a favorite item if it 's
accidentally spilled.

People are most likely to stay in a hotel or motel (59%), with a
relative (30%) or at a campsite (17%).
* Stain removal wipes to stem the tide of summer stains, such as ketchup
and ice cream from clothing.
* Dishwashing wipes to easily clean utensils, dishes and pots. The best way to prevent illness and the spread of
germs is by washing your hands routinely, particularly before eating and
after using the restroom. The survey inquiring about consumers' summer
vacation habits included 1,009 American adults (502 men and 507 women), with a
margin of error of plus or minus 3. Organize the overflow of clutter by using utility
cabinets for added storage.

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com) is the
Home of the U. adults (86 percent ) indicate that some
space within their home needs organization for the new year, according to a
2005 survey commissioned by Lowe's and conducted by Harris Interactive(R).

Laundry Room
- Consider adding wire shelving or installing wall-mounted cabinets,
which will add space to the room and provide an area to place folded
laundry.5 billion, Lowe's Companies, Inc.

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"OxiClean Versatile Stain Remover really lives up to its name,
tackling more than 101 stains in and around the house," Underwood
said.
Available in 1.A.
* Gentle laundry detergent for washing the salt and sand from delicate
bathing suits or beach towels.S., Home organization remains a hot
topic among homeowners, as most U.S.

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By boosting the performance of laundry detergent ,
Versatile Stain Remover will fight the most stubborn laundry stains
like dirt, chocolate, ice cream, ketchup, motor oil and spaghetti
sauce better than detergent alone. SDA Survey Reveals Our Most Likely 'Vacation Spots'

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Successful
organization projects require a few basic steps:

- Purge any items that are no longer needed or in use, determine what is
left and how it will be used and measure the available space to figure
out what will fit.
- When organizing , use a three-box system: "keep," "discard" and "don't
know.

For more home organization tips, Lowe's is offering free How-To clinics
every Saturday in January at 1 p.com/clinics.