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                                                                       EXHIBIT 2



CONTACT:  THE MILLER GROUP
          Rudy R. Miller
          Mary A. Nance
          The Miller Group, Investor Relations for Forte Computer Easy, Inc.
          (602) 225-0504


                           NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

                            FORTE COMPUTER EASY, INC.
                         SIGNS DEFINITIVE AGREEMENT WITH
                      AMERICAN ARCHITECTURAL PRODUCTS, INC.


YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO, October 29, 1996 - (NASDAQ: CEAS) - Forte Computer Easy, Inc.
announced today it has made a major step forward in completing the acquisition
of American Architectural Products, Inc. The combined annualized revenue of the
combined entities is projected to be approximately $75 million.

Forte Computer Easy signed a definitive agreement with AAP Holdings, Inc., the
parent of American Architectural Products, Inc., to acquire its operations
consisting of Eagle Window & Door, Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa, Taylor Building
Products Company of West Branch, Michigan and Mallyclad of Detroit, Michigan.
The Company's fenestration acquisitions are a part of its strategic plan in
becoming a substantial industry leader in the manufacture and distribution of
windows, doors and other fenestration products. The Company continues to
evaluate additional acquisition opportunities.

"I am excited that the nine months invested in locating our merger partners and
management team will enable the Company to meet its plan for growth in the
fenestration industry," said Frank Amedia, Forte Computer Easy's chairman and
chief executive officer. "The companies we selected have significantly broadened
our product line and have added seasoned executives to our operations.

"Donald Lambrix will be Vice President of Manufacturing Operations. Don is well
respected in the industry and has more than 20 years experience in multiple
manufacturing operations in the fenestration arena," Amedia said. "Also, as part
of the senior management group is David McKelvey who will hold the position of
Vice President of Corporate Business Development and will design the
administrative operation for our multiple locations. David currently directs
administrative operations for Forte Computer Easy.

"I am pleased that I will be working with such highly qualified professionals,"
Amedia continued. "Executive management has the expertise for Company growth
both internally and through
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additional acquisitions. This positioning is a benefit to current employees and
in turn will enhance shareholder value."

Mr. Amedia, who has an extensive background in management and manufacturing
operations, will be proposed for Board of Director's approval to be President
and Chief Executive Officer of the merged companies. Additional members to the
management team will be announced as appointments are completed. The Company's
headquarters will remain in Youngstown, Ohio.

The Company's objective is to close the transaction by December 31, 1996, and it
is expected that the consolidation of operations will occur simultaneous with
the closing. As customary in complex merger transactions of this type, it is
subject to a number of conditions. At the first shareholders meeting following
the closing, the Company will seek shareholder approval of a reincorporation of
the Company in Delaware under the name "American Architectural Products
Corporation." The new name will better reflect the Company's business in the
commercial and residential fenestration manufacturing industry.

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