High Point, NC – October 1, 2007 - - Reflecting the sophisticated and diverse tastes of today’s interior décor enthusiasts, Couristan’s latest area rug and residential broadloom designs offer a fashion-forward spin on classic floorcovering trends. Utilizing various high-end construction techniques, the company’s newest additions all incorporate rich, crisp colors which complement the dramatic palettes seen in modern, transitional and even traditional home furnishings and textiles. With a heavy influence from retro eras, Couristan’s area rug assortment features bold colorations and designs, like textured shags, which are intended as aesthetic statements of individuality and creativity. Likewise, Couristan’s new residential broadloom products are current renditions of timeless styles that are crafted to accommodate even the busiest of households while exuding luxury and comfort.

Editor’s Note: Join us at the October High Point International Home Furnishings Market (Space D-320, IHFC) for a personal presentation on these new introductions:

APPLIQUÉ COLLECTION (Color Shown 6073/0611 – Orange Blossom/Multi)

Fashion-forward style is in full bloom with the exquisite Appliqué Collection. Featuring bold, all over floral patterns displayed in vibrant, jewel and citrus tones, each design makes an instant, eye-catching statement. Intricately hand-hooked by skilled artisans, these 100% wool beauties bring a sense of originality to any room-setting needing a splash of enthusiasm. Every detail in the dense surface pile is created with small loops of yarn that are meticulously hooked into the backing, a timely manual process that makes each individual area rug in the collection virtually unique. Unlike classic Victorian floral motifs, Appliqué has brightly colored large-scale blossoms, like tulips, which are stylized in a more modern, abstract appeal. The warm, garden-inspired color palette features hues of orange, purple, cranberry red, ice blue, moss green and chocolate brown, giving each design an exotic flair. Make an intriguing impact by combining the dramatic aesthetics of Appliqué with other elements of décor which reflect a personal sense of style. Appliqué is stocked in the following unfringed sizes: 2’6” x 4’6”, 3’6” x 5’6”, 5’6” x 8’, 8’ x 11’ and a 2’6” x 8’6” Runner.

Suggested Retail Price 5’6” x 8’: $329.00

ANTHIANS COLLECTION (Color Shown 8181/1010 – Green)

With soothing combinations of color and shape, the Anthians Collection offers both comfort and eclectic allure. Hand-crafted in India, Anthians’ richly textured surface features varying pile heights, creating a pleasing visual sense of dimension and movement. Smooth ribbons carve their way throughout the design, giving these rich area rug fashions a unique appeal perfect for any casual-contemporary design scheme. Subtly crafted with a combination of wool and viscose, the Anthians Collection adds an indulgent element to any room-setting with its elegant luster and buttery-soft feel. The collection’s neutral tone-on-tone color palette of mellow, earthy hues ranges from a rich chocolate brown to tranquil green and a refreshing ivory. Inviting and warm, Anthians’ fresh and vivacious design adds instant style and offers and infinite array of options to complement today’s modern décor. Its fluid fashion is the ideal way to make the most out of any room size. Anthians is stocked in the following unfringed sizes: 2’ x 3’, 2’6” x 4’2”, 3’5” x 5’5”, 4’10” x 7’10”, 7’9” x 9’9” and a 2’2” x 7’9” Runner.

Suggested Retail Price 4’10” x 7’10”: $349.00

EPICS COLLECTION (Color Shown 0010/0101 – Orbital/Warm Beige)

Combining the casual-chic allure of traditional shags with the contemporary appeal of textured patterns, the Epics Collection offers a retro perspective that inspires creativity and comfort. A unique power-loomed technology is used to achieve these lush cut and loop pile shag designs. Featuring multi-toned, high-low geometric patterns and abstract shapes, Epics is a dense, sensuously soft collection that is sure to be a toe-curling crowd pleaser. Constructed with durable 100% heat-set Courtron™ polypropylene, each design is treated with an anti-shedding technique to meet today’s demands on frequently used living spaces. Playful yet sophisticated, Epics complements an individualistic approach and is meant to add an artistic flair to modern-styled room-settings. Its warm, neutral colorways, including Khaki, Merlot and Warm Beige, can be paired with virtually any décor palette. Crafted with a charming, fresh aesthetic, these ultra-plush fashions are both innovative and intriguing. Epics is stocked in the following unfringed sizes: 3’11” x 5’3”, 5’3” x 7’6” and 7’10” x 11’2”.

Suggested Retail Price 5’3” x 7’6”: $299.00

FIVE SEASONS® COLLECTION 3071/0123 – South Padre/Cream-Blue

Enhancing the durable flatweave of traditional outdoor/indoor area rugs, the new structured flatweave construction in the Five Seasons® Collection adds dimension, depth, texture and color to each of its captivating designs. Varying motifs inspired by the relaxed, casual atmosphere of special places like lazy beach towns and rustic mountain getaways, Five Seasons® infuses a tranquil feel in any room-setting. Power-loomed of 100% Courtron™ polypropylene, each of the dynamic patterns offer a highly durable pile that affords superior comfort and fuss-free maintenance. Designed specifically to withstand outdoor elements, Five Seasons® is mold and mildew resistant, as well as UV stabilized to ensure each color, from cool to warm tones, retains its vibrancy even after months of exposure to the sun and other weather conditions. Replicating nature’s eclectic mix of inspiring colors and forms, Five Seasons® provides an infinite range of style options wherever it is showcased, from casual to transitional indoor living areas and outdoor spaces in need of some spicing up. Five Seasons® is stocked in the following unfringed sizes: 1’3” x 2’3”, 1’11” x 3’7”, 3’6” x
5’5”, 5’3” x 7’6”, 5’9” x 9’2”, 7’6” x 10’9”, as well as 2’3” x 7’10” and 2’3” x 11’9” Runners.

Suggested Retail Price 5’3” x 7’6”: $109.00

PREMIERE BRAND RESIDENTIAL BROADLOOM SOLUTIONS

WISTERIA

Eastern aesthetics are constructed in a distinctly Western fashion in Wisteria’s bold and stately design. Offering a crisp, captivating pattern and a luxuriously soft surface pile, this quality residential carpet is intricately hand-hooked by skilled artisans of the trade. Its Oriental floral motif is stylized in a textured appearance created by thousands of micro-hook loops, a similar feature of colonial American textiles. Bringing a casual charm to the formal pattern, this unique construction provides a true artisan-quality not commonly found in modern residential carpets. Using ultra-fine 100% wool yarn, the large-scale, all-over floral pattern is sharply defined with nature-inspired tones like claret reds, indigo blues and moss greens. With a choice of four rich background colors, including Burgundy, Ebony, Linen and Natural Brown, Wisteria complements a wide array of today’s most sophisticated home décor palettes. Stocked 13’2” to minimize seams, Wisteria is also available in coordinating 31” wide roll runner so the warmth of its look can be carried over to staircases and hallways.



PEMBROKE

Offering the ultimate traditional fashion statement for the floor with its handsome, hand-carved appearance and passionate range of colors, Couristan presents Pembroke. This endearing residential carpet features a carefully balanced leaf trellis pattern that is complemented by a raised, floral bud motif within its sumptuous, dense pile. Woven of 100% pure New Zealand wool for long-lasting appearance retention and supreme softness, each of the five base colors, Honey Beige, Mocha, Olive, Burgundy and Midnight, chosen to represent Pembroke were selected for their ability to contrast its exquisite floral pattern. A subtle, random abrash, created by an exclusive space-dyeing technique, provides a luminous sheen while embracing this face-to-face cut-pile residential carpet’s refreshing and spacious surface. Available in a 13’2” width for an upscale installation, Pembroke’s sophisticated and elegant appearance offers the versatility of 26” and 31” wide roll runners, providing decorating flexibility and a sense of continuity throughout the home.

Each of Couristan’s exciting new introductions, plus the company’s extensive line of high quality area rugs and residential broadloom products can be seen during the October High Point International Home Furnishings Market, Space D-320, IHFC.

Established by the Couri family in 1926, Couristan is the trusted name in the floorcovering industry, offering a vast assortment of exclusively designed power-loomed and handmade area rugs, as well as quality residential broadloom. Couristan is also known throughout the industry as the pioneer in new construction and color techniques, which are used to create exquisitely designed area rugs and residential broadloom products that are crafted from all over the world. Couristan products are available through department stores, home furnishings catalogs, specialty floorcovering and furniture retail stores. Couristan’s global headquarters with full showroom is located in Fort Lee, New Jersey, at Two Executive Drive, 800.233.6186, or visit our website at www.couristan.com.