Masco's Cooperation Aids Bathroom Faucet and Shower Enclosure Investigation by European Commission

TAYLOR, Michigan, June 23, 2010 - Masco Corporation (NYSE: MAS) today confirmed that in 2004, as a result
of its legal and ethical compliance program, it had discovered and stopped
certain subsidiaries from participating in anticompetitive business practices
in the bathroom faucet and shower enclosure industries in certain countries
in Europe. Immediate steps were taken to report the infringement to the
appropriate authorities and Masco and its subsidiaries cooperated fully
throughout the investigation. As a result of its reporting of the
infringement and cooperation throughout the investigation, Masco and its
subsidiaries were given complete immunity from the European Commission
following the investigation of the anticompetitive practices.

A strict zero tolerance policy is in place throughout Masco for any
anticompetitive behavior.

Headquartered in Taylor, Michigan, Masco Corporation is one of the
world's leading manufacturers of home improvement and building products, as
well as a leading provider of services that include the installation of
insulation and other building products.

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through the Company's toll free number, 1-888-MAS-NEWS, or under the Investor
Relations section of Masco's Web site at www.masco.com .

Maria Duey, Vice President - Investor Relations, +1-313-792-5500, maria_duey at mascohq.com