In view of the unusual market activity in the shares of Georgia Gulf Corporation (NYSE: GGC), the NYSE has contacted the company in accordance with its usual practice and requested that the company issue a press release regarding today's trading activity of its common stock. Georgia Gulf, in accordance with its usual practice, does not comment on unusual market activity or rumors.

About Georgia Gulf

Georgia Gulf Corporation is a leading, integrated North American manufacturer of two chemical lines, chlorovinyls and aromatics, and manufactures vinyl-based building and home improvement products. The company's vinyl-based building and home improvement products, marketed under the Royal Building Products and Exterior Portfolio brands, include window and door profiles, mouldings, siding, pipe and pipe fittings, and deck products. Georgia Gulf, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, has manufacturing facilities located throughout North America to provide industry-leading service to customers. For more information, visit www.ggc.com.

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