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QEP Acquires Spray-Lock®, Expanding Its Adhesives Manufacturing Platform

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BOCA RATON, Fla., Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Q.E.P. CO., INC. (OTCQX: QEPC) (the “Company” or “QEP”) today announced that, on September 1, 2026, it completed the acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Spray-Lock, Inc. (“Spray-Lock”), a developer, manufacturer and distributor of premium aerosol spray adhesives for flooring and wall applications. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

The acquisition advances QEP’s strategy of broadening its core adhesives platform by adding Spray-Lock’s patented spray-applied technology, proprietary formulations and technical expertise to QEP’s existing flooring installation solutions. Spray-Lock’s water-based formulations are designed to simplify application, use less adhesive than traditional trowel-applied alternatives and offer moisture and pH tolerance, low-VOC content and time-saving installation benefits. With the addition of Spray-Lock, QEP expands its offerings across luxury vinyl tile and plank, sheet flooring, vinyl composition tile, carpet tile, rubber flooring, underlayment, wall coverings and FRP wall panel applications.

Len Gould, President and Chief Executive Officer of QEP noted, “Spray-Lock, a category product authority and pioneer in aerosol adhesives, is an excellent fit for QEP. The company brings differentiated capabilities, product categories and customer relationships that are highly complementary to QEP’s business today. Spray-Lock’s patented technology will enable us to better serve the Pro across the entire project.”

Gould continued, “Its domestic manufacturing capabilities align with our strategy and provide a strong platform to scale the Spray-Lock product line while expanding the solutions we offer across our Professional Network.”

Fred Land, founder of Spray-Lock commented, “Finding the right long-term steward for the Spray-Lock brand, technology and team was extremely important to me. QEP shares our commitment to innovation, quality and customer service. Its resources, market reach and distribution capabilities provide an excellent platform for Spray-Lock’s continued growth. I am excited about the opportunity to bring Spray-Lock’s solutions to a broader customer base.”

The acquired Spray-Lock business is now part of QEP’s North American operations. QEP plans to work closely with the Spray-Lock team, customers and business partners to support an orderly transition and continuity of service.

About Spray-Lock

Founded in 1998, Spray-Lock develops, manufactures and distributes premium aerosol spray adhesives for commercial and residential flooring and wall applications. Its products are designed to save installation time and reduce costs while offering low-VOC content and other installation benefits. For more information, visit www.spraylock.com.

About QEP

Founded in 1979, Q.E.P. Co., Inc. is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of a broad range of best-in-class flooring installation solutions for commercial and home improvement projects. QEP offers a comprehensive line of specialty installation tools, adhesives and underlayment. QEP sells its products throughout the world to home improvement retail centers and professional specialty distribution outlets under brand names including QEP®, LASH®, ROBERTS®, Capitol®, Premix-Marbletite® (PMM), Brutus® and Homelux®.

QEP is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, with additional offices in the United States, Canada and Asia. Please visit www.qep.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

All statements contained in this press release, other than statements of historical facts, may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These statements can be identified by words such as “expects,” “plans,” “projects,” “will,” “may,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “should,” “intends,” “estimates,” and other words of similar meaning. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the anticipated strategic benefits of the acquisition; the integration of the acquired Spray-Lock business into QEP’s operations; the expansion of Spray-Lock’s products across QEP’s sales and distribution channels; and the Company’s plans for the Spray-Lock brand, employees, customers and business partners. Any forward-looking statements contained herein are based on current expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including the Company’s ability to integrate the acquired assets, retain key personnel and customer relationships, realize anticipated benefits and successfully expand distribution, as well as the risks described in the Company’s annual report and other reports and disclosures, as such risks may be amended, supplemented or superseded from time to time. Forward-looking statements may also be adversely affected by general market factors, competitive product development, product availability, federal and state regulations and legislation, manufacturing and supply-chain issues, patent positions and litigation, among other factors. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date made, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update them, except as required by law.

CONTACT:
Q.E.P. Co., Inc.
Leslie Del Pozo
Vice President Marketing Communications
561-994-5550

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