Homestyles and Xpanse® 10’x8’ Premier and Elite Series Sheds
Now Florida Wind Code Approved
June 10, 2011– Middleburg Heights, OH – Barrette Outdoor Living, a division of Barrette, Inc. is pleased to announce that the Homestyles/Xpanse 10’x8’ Premier Series Shed and the Homestyles/Xpanse 10’x8’ Elite Series Shed have been Florida DCA Wind Code approved with the use of the Wind Load Kits.
The Florida Department of Community Affairs (DCA) has determined that both series of sheds meet the wind code requirements in the State of Florida, including High Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ) such as Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. The Florida DCA Wind Code Approval applies to the following products:
#73005131 10’x8’ Premier Shed in Blue Slate/White
#73005105 10’x8’ Premier Shed in Tan/Chestnut
#73005132 10’x8’ Premier Shed in Tan/White
#73005137 10’x8’ Premier Shed in Tan/Chestnut (no floor)
#73003536 10’x8’ Elite Shed
#73005052 Homestyles Premier Wind Load Kit
#73003540 Homestyles Elite Wind Load Kit
For all customer and product inquiries please visit the Barrette Outdoor Living website at http://www.BarretteOutdoorLiving.com, the Homestyles Sheds website at http://www.HomestylesSheds.com, or the Xpanse website at http://www.XpanseGreaterOutdoors.com.
To reference or access approval information, please visit http://www.floridabuilding.org. Each approval document may be searched for and obtained using the following FL #’s:
FL14349 10’x8’ Premier Shed Panel Walls
FL14360 10’x8’ Premier Shed Roofing
FL14361 10’x8’ Premier Shed Exterior Doors
FL11711 10’x8’ Elite Shed Exterior Doors
FL11712 10’x8’ Elite Shed Windows
FL11713 10’x8’ Elite Shed Siding
FL11714 10’x8’ Elite Shed Panel Walls
FL11715 10’x8’ Elite Shed Roofing
Barrette Outdoor Living is the North American leader in wood and vinyl fence manufacturing. Barrette currently produces and markets exterior home products under a variety of leading brand names through specialty retailers, home centers and lumberyards. The nearly 50-year-old company employs more than 1,000 workers in the United States and Canada. U.S. sales and marketing is based in Cleveland, Ohio. The company is privately owned and operated by the third generation of the Barrette family.
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Barrette Outdoor Living Completes Acquisition of Satellite Manufacturing
Bringing together two of the North America’s leading suppliers of Fencing & Railing
May 2, 2011– Middleburg Heights, OH – Barrette Outdoor Living a division of Barrette, Inc is pleased to announce the acquisition of Satellite Manufacturing, a manufacturer of high quality aluminum products including fencing and railing. The acquisition brings together two well established and reputable companies to better serve their customers. This provides an opportunity to enhance the Outdoor Living Product portfolio for Barrette and their customers.
Jean DesAutels, President at Barrette Outdoor Living, states: “Both companies have a tradition of commitment to serving customers’ needs in the best of all possible ways. We are confident that the integrated resources will provide our customers with unique benefits in the aluminum fencing & railing marketplace and allow us a substantial growth opportunity.“
Established in 1992 in Georgia, Satellite Manufacturing has grown to employ approximately 90 employees. With over 19 years experience in the Aluminum Fencing & Railing industry, Satellite Manufacturing is known for providing its customers with high quality products and solutions to meet their needs.
Barrette Outdoor Living is the North American leader in wood and vinyl fencing manufacturing. Barrette currently produces and markets exterior home products under a variety of leading brand names through specialty retailers, home centers and lumberyards. The nearly 50-year-old company employs more than 1,000 workers in the United States and Canada. U.S. sales and marketing is based in Cleveland, Ohio. The company is privately owned and operated by the third generation of the Barrette family.
]]>Elite Rail with Xceed Install provides professionals and contractors with a combination of speed, efficiency and flexibility. For shortened installation time, Xceed Install allows balusters to be spaced perfectly and placed into position quickly, offers a hidden bracket system for the top and bottom rails, as well as pre-cut, angled aluminum balusters for stair installations. For added flexibility, Elite Rail is packaged to allow professionals and contractors to buy only what they need to create a customized look.
Homeowners also have the capability to mix and match rails, balusters and posts in a variety of colors. The Elite Rail color options offer contemporary design and versatility; white, wheat, caramel and ironstone complement the most popular siding and stain styles. It’s available in six-, eight- and 10-foot lengths, with a flat top rail and the choice of utilizing square rail balusters or round aluminum balusters.
For long-lasting beauty, Elite Rail is made of COMPOSICORE capped with a durable PVC outer shell. This precision-engineered polymer does not contain wood fibers or wood components. The rail will not absorb moisture, decay, mold or give in to any other deteriorating elements. The Elite line comes with a limited lifetime warranty and is AC 174 code approved.
Elite Rail joins the Premier and Select series of Xpanse Railing. Premier Rail, also made with COMPOSICORE, is low maintenance and ideal for commercial or residential properties. The Select series is made with high-performance vinyl reinforced with aluminum and allows the homeowner to customize their outdoor space. The three series of rail are a part of Barrette’s complete line of complementary shed, fence, and lawn and garden products.
For more information on Elite Rail and additional products from Xpanse, visit http://www.XpanseGreaterOutdoors.com.
About Barrette Outdoor Living:
Barrette Outdoor Living is the North American leader in wood and vinyl fencing manufacturing. Barrette currently produces and markets exterior home products under a variety of leading brand names through specialty retailers, home centers and lumberyards. The nearly 50-year-old company employs more than 1,000 workers in the United States and Canada and is headquartered in St-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada. U.S. sales and marketing is based in Cleveland, Ohio. The company is privately owned and operated by the third generation of the Barrette family.
Contact:
Kendra Wheeler
Liggett Stashower
216-373-8396
kwheeler@liggett.com
Katherine Lehtinen
Barrette Outdoor Living
440-239-5226
Katherine.lehtinen@ebarrette.com
CLEVELAND (October 20, 2010) – Barrette Outdoor Living combines style and long lasting durability with its Xpanse™ Vinyl Fencing line of products, specially designed for easy installation and low maintenance in even the harshest weather conditions. Xpanse Vinyl Fencing offers professional contractors and do-it-yourself homeowners functional, aesthetic fencing options at premium and entry-level prices for a variety of residential and commercial outdoor applications.
Each Xpanse Vinyl Fence has special ultra-violet inhibitors, Xpanse Vinyl Fencing never needs to be painted because it will not fade or discolor. The superior durability prevents the fence from rotting, warping, splitting or peeling. The Xpanse Vinyl Fencing line comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
Available in multiple colors, the Xpanse Vinyl Fencing line complements Barrette Outdoor Living’s complete offering of sheds, lattice, railing and accents and is available in either the Elite or Select series.
Xpanse Elite Series Vinyl Fencing
Ideal for either residential or commercial applications, Xpanse Elite Vinyl Fencing features detailed craftsmanship in every panel and accessory. With more than 100 different design options in privacy, semi-private, traditional and contemporary picket panels, it’s easy to create a distinct outdoor look.
The Elite series offers panels that follow the contours of any outdoor space to ensure there are no gaps between the bottom of the panel and the ground, providing a seamless appearance. The Elite series features special reinforced aluminum in the bottom rail for added stability and strength to protect against damaging winds and weather conditions. A unique pool latch and lock are also available for added security.
Xpanse Select Series Vinyl Fencing
The Select Series features two different privacy panels, two picket panels and several post and rail options to meet a variety of popular and regional aesthetic preferences. Offered at the industry’s best entry-level price point, the Select Series gives homeowners and contractors a durable, yet affordable, vinyl fencing system. Every panel is pre-assembled for quick and easy installation. The Select Series is available in white, wicker and red cedar.
About Barrette Outdoor Living:
Barrette Outdoor Living is the North American leader in wood and vinyl fencing manufacturing. Barrette currently produces and markets exterior home products under a variety of leading brand names through specialty retailers, home centers and lumberyards. The nearly 50-year old company employs more than 1,000 workers in the United States and Canada and is headquartered in St- Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada. U.S. sales and marketing is based in Cleveland, Ohio. The company is privately owned and operated by the third generation of the Barrette family.
About Xpanse™
Xpanse is a new brand from Barrette Outdoor Living. It is a full product line of railing, fence, sheds, lattice and other outdoor accessories available in aluminum, vinyl and wood. Xpanse products are made to complement one another and form a complete, cohesive and customizable outdoor experience. Xpanse products are available at lumberyards for DIYers and contractors.
Xpanse railings are easy to install and come in two color options allowing homeowners to create a distinct look. Xpanse railing is available at midrange to entry-level pricing with a limited lifetime warranty. The railings are engineered with commercial durability, quality and features. Xpanse railings are approved by the International Code Council.
Xpanse railing was created with the consumer in mind. The product has options to fit the homeowners’ design aesthetic. Xpanse railing is available with square, aluminum round or colonial balusters. Xpanse railing is available in two series: Premier and Select. Barrette Outdoor Living will introduce its Elite series in 2011.
Xpanse Premier Series
Available in white or wicker, the Xpanse Premier Series of railing is ideal for front porches or back decks on residential or commercial properties. The low-maintenance railing has the look of hand-painted wood. The Premier Series rails have a selection of posts, tops and base trims.
The Premier Series is made with COMPOSICORE™, a water resistant core made with precision-engineered polymer that does not contain wood fibers or components. The core does not absorb moisture, rot, cup, warp, decay, or bow as wood rail does. COMPOSICORE limits maintenance problems, such as splintering, staining and mold and fungus removal.
Xpanse Select Series
The Select Series of railing is also low-maintenance, easy to install and provides long-lasting value, performance and aesthetics. The Select Series is made with high-performance vinyl reinforced with aluminum and has the same features found in more expensive professional rail products.
This series allows the homeowner to mix and match balusters, unlike other railing systems. The Select Series includes a flat top rail, a reinforced aluminum core and is code compliant to meet safety requirements.
For more information call Barrette Outdoor Living at 1-800-336-2383 or visit www.XpanseGreaterOutdoors.com.
About Barrette Outdoor Living:
Barrette Outdoor Living is the North American leader in wood and vinyl fencing manufacturing. Barrette currently produces and markets exterior home products under a variety of leading brand names through specialty retailers, home centers and lumberyards. The nearly 50-year old company employs more than 1,000 workers in the United States and Canada and is headquartered in St- Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada. U.S. sales and marketing is based in Cleveland, Ohio. The company is privately owned and operated by the third generation of the Barrette family.
About Xpanse™:
Xpanse is a new brand from Barrette Outdoor Living. It is a full product line of railing, fence, sheds, lattice and other outdoor accessories available in aluminum, vinyl and wood. Xpanse products are made to complement one another and form a complete, cohesive and customizable outdoor experience. Xpanse products are available at lumberyards for DIYers and contractors.
CLEVELAND, July 28, 2010 – Barrette Outdoor Living (“Barrette”) and BlueLinx Corporation (“BlueLinx”) announced today an agreement to sell and distribute outdoor products to their customer base of professional dealers, lumberyards, manufacturers and specialty retailers. As part of the agreement, Barrette will supply BlueLinx distribution locations in select markets with railing, fencing, shed, lattice and yard accent products under the Xpanse™ brand name.
Barrette is the leading vinyl, wood and aluminum manufacturer of fencing, railing, yard accents, and sheds across North America. The agreement with BlueLinx, a leading distributor of building products in North America, gives Barrette access to a world class distribution platform. The strength of the Xpanse product offering and Bluelinx’ market reach, supply chain management and service will create a platform for growth for the two companies.
“We are pleased to provide BlueLinx and their customer base exciting opportunities to grow their businesses,” said Jan Lembregts, President, Barrette Outdoor Living. “By offering railing, fencing, sheds, lattice and yard accents lumberyards, builders and contractors have the ability to expand their product and service offering and improve their revenue. Xpanse features many industry-only- installation and product benefits.”
“BlueLinx teaming with Barrette and the “Xpanse” product line is part of our multi-year strategic growth initiative in the Outdoor Living Category,” said Bob Bunn, General Manager, Exterior Products Group. “It provides BlueLinx with the perfect assortment of quality products designed to penetrate the Dealer/Lumberyard market. The addition of Barrette will complement our extensive line of composite and PVC decking and railing products and position BlueLinx to be a leader in the Outdoor Living market space.”
Jeff Brown, vice president of sales, Barrette Outdoor Living, added the Barrette-BlueLinx relationship was a natural fit because it combines Barrette’s strengths in engineering, product innovation and manufacturing and BlueLinx’s industry leading sales, service and distribution.
In 2009, Barrette conducted hundreds of interviews with lumberyards, contractors and builders to understand the market and determine the opportunity to provide rail, fence, shed, lattice and yard accent products to lumberyards through two-step distribution. The Xpanse brand offers contractors an opportunity to build products outside the home, while maintaining a consistent look, feel and quality. Along with durability and aesthetics, a key feature of the Xpanse brand is quick and easy installation.
Sales figures for the agreement were not released, but Barrette is hiring additional staff to support the BlueLinx initiative. Xpanse brand products are being produced at the company’s manufacturing facilities in Bull Gap, Tenn., Flint, Mich., Satellite, Ga. and Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, Quebec.
Barrette Outdoor Living is the North American leader in wood and vinyl fencing manufacturing. Barrette currently produces and markets exterior home products under a variety of leading brand names through specialty retailers, home centers and lumberyards. The nearly 50-year old company employs more than 1,000 workers in the United States and Canada and is headquartered in St- Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada. U.S. sales and marketing is based in Cleveland, Ohio. The company is privately owned and operated by the third generation of the Barrette family.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, BlueLinx Holdings Inc., operating through its wholly owned subsidiary, BlueLinx Corporation is a leading distributor of building products in North America. BlueLinx employs approximately 2,000 people and offers more than 10,000 products from over 750 suppliers to service approximately 11,500 customers nationwide, including dealers, industrial manufacturers, manufactured housing producers and home improvement retailers. The Company operates its distribution business from sales centers in Atlanta and Denver and its network of more than 60 distribution centers. BlueLinx is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BXC. For additional information about BlueLinx visit www.BlueLinxCo.com or by call 1-888-502-BLUE.
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