Closet Works, Inc. Acquires Space-Metrics, USA, L.L.C.

Combined Entity Creates Comprehensive Offering for Dealers and Retail Customers

About Pfingsten PartnersPfingsten Partners is an operationally focused private equity firm founded in 1989. From its headquarters in Chicago and offices in Hong Kong and Shenzhen, China, the firm builds better businesses through operational improvements, professional management practices, global capabilities and profitable business growth rather than financial engineering. Since completing its first investment in 1991, Pfingsten Partners has acquired 67 manufacturing, distribution and business service companies. For more information, visit www.pfingstenpartners.com.The transaction closed on August 27, 2009. To learn more about Closet Works, visit www.closetworks.com.“This is an opportune time to grow marketshare, expand offerings, and improve operational efficiencies,” said Thomas S. Bagley, Founder and Senior Managing Director of Pfingsten Partners. “Closet Works’ conservative capital structure enabled us to complete the transaction and continue our strategic growth plan for the business even in this challenging environment for the building products industry.”“Immediate operational synergies will result in shorter lead times and certain freight advantages for dealers,” said John Starcevich, Managing Director of Pfingsten Partners. “The influx of capital and ability for these companies to share best practices will lead to significant business growth and development.”CHICAGO -- Private equity firm Pfingsten Partners, L.L.C. today announced its portfolio company, Closet Holding Company, d.b.a., Closet Works, Inc., has acquired Space-Metrics USA., L.L.C., a Montello, WI-based manufacturer and wholesaler of closet and home organization systems serving closet dealers.

Pfingsten Partners is an operationally focused private equity firm founded in 1989. From its headquarters in Chicago and offices in Hong Kong and Shenzhen, China, the firm builds better businesses through operational improvements, professional management practices, global capabilities and profitable business growth rather than financial engineering. Since completing its first investment in 1991, Pfingsten Partners has acquired 67 manufacturing, distribution and business service companies. For more information, visit www.pfingstenpartners.com.