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1 PERFORMANCE PLUS INSTALLATION/MAINTENANCE TIP SHEET With Lock N Fold Technology Product: Performance Plus Thickness: 3/8" (9.53 mm) Width: 5" (12.7 cm) Varying Lengths: 9"-48" ( cm) Species: Birch, Cherry, Hickory, Maple, Oak, Walnut Use: Light Commercial INSTALLATION TYPES OF SUBFLOORS n Concrete (all grade levels) n Acoustical Cork n Approved Suspended Wood n Ceramic Tile, Terrazzo, Marble n Existing Resilient Flooring n Polymeric Poured (seamless) Floors INSTALLATION SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION GLOSS LEVEL UNDERLAYMENTS WOOD GLUE ADHESIVES n Glue, Float or Staple (Bostitch 2025K Only) n 5 Ply Engineered, 2mm Face n Medium Gloss n Quiet Comfort Premium or Quiet Comfort n Armstrong 99 or Bruce EverSeal n Armstrong ProConnect, Armstrong 57 or Bruce Equalizer! WARNING EYE IRRITANT CLEANER n Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Cleaner or Bruce Hardwood & Laminate Cleaner SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Calcium Chloride Tests must be conducted. Armstrong offers a guideline of a maximum of acceptable moisture emission level of 3 Ibs./1OOO ft. 2 /24 hours. Bond tests should also be conducted for compatibility with the substrate. RH Levels in Concrete Using In-situ Probes (ASTM F ) should not exceed 75%. "DRY" CONCRETE, AS DEFINED BY THESE TESTS CAN BE WET AT OTHER TIMES OF THE YEAR. THESE TESTS DO NOT GUARANTEE A DRY SLAB. ALL NEW CONSTRUCTION CONCRETE SLABS SHOULD HAVE A MINIMUM OF 10 MIL POLY FILM MOISTURE BARRIER BETWEEN THE GROUND AND THE CONCRETE. n Remove any existing adhesive residue so that 80% of the overall area of the original substrate is exposed. Note: Some previously manufactured asphaltic "cutback" adhesives contained asbestos. For removal instructions, refer to the Resilient Floor Covering Institute's publication Recommended Work Practices for Removal of Resilient Floor Coverings. n Use only Portland Cement-based patching and leveling compounds such as Armstrong S-183 Fast-Setting Cement- Based Underlayment, Armstrong S-184 Fast-Setting Cement-Based Patch and Skim Coat, Armstrong S-194 Patch, Underlayment & Embossing Leveler and Henry 547 Universal Underlayment. n Allow all flooring and adhesives to condition to room temperature for at least 48 hours. Do not place flooring or adhesives in direct sunlight. n Newly installed flooring should not be exposed to routine rolling load traffic (carts, litters, gurneys, etc.) for at least 24 hours after installation to allow setting and drying of adhesives. n When moving heavy fixtures or appliances over hardwood flooring on casters or dollies, the flooring should be protected with 1/4" (6.35 mm) or thicker plywood, hardboard or other underlayment panel. n For more detailed information on job conditions and subfloor preparation, refer to the Installation Instructions in the carton.

2 General Information for Glue-Down Installations Maximum adhesive working times: Urethane adhesive - 60 minutes; Armstrong ProConnect Professional Hardwood Flooring Adhesive - 60 minutes. When not in use, keep the adhesive container tightly closed to prevent thickening. Thickening will cause difficulty in spreading the adhesive. Open times and curing times of ALL adhesives vary dependent upon subfloor porosity, air movement, humidity and room temperature. Urethane adhesive has a shortened working time in high humidity environments, whereas the working time for ProConnect and polymeric resin adhesives will be lengthened. In areas of low humidity, open time will be longer with urethane adhesives and shorter with ProConnect. Adjust the amount of adhesive spread on the subfloor accordingly. The adhesive should not be applied if subfloor or room temperature is below 60 F (16 C). WORKING TIME WILL VARY DEPENDING ON JOB SITE CONDITIONS. Hold trowel at a minimum 45 angle (Figure 7) firmly against the subfloor to obtain a ft 2 (4-5.5 m 2 ) per gallon spread rate. The trowel will leave ridges of adhesive and very little adhesive between the ridges. This will allow you to still see the chalk lines between the ridges and provide the recommended spread rate. For additional application instructions, follow the recommendations on the adhesive container. Proper ventilation within the room must be provided. An electric fan is helpful. Rolling is not required, but if desired, do not do so until the adhesive has cured for two hours. NOTE: DO NOT INSTALL FLOORING USING RUBBER MALLETS. STRIKING THE SURFACE WITH A RUBBER MALLET MAY "BURN" THE FINISH CAUSING IRREPAIRABLE DAMAGE. INSTALLATION TIPS General Installation Tips Floor should be installed from several cartons at the same time to ensure good color and shade mixture. When possible, preselect and set aside boards that blend best with all horizontally mounted moldings (reducer/stair nose, etc.) This will ensure a uniform final appearance. Install these boards adjoining the moldings. When installing as a linear pattern be attentive to staggering the ends of the boards at least 4"-6" (10-15 cm) when possible, in adjacent rows. This will help ensure a more favorable overall appearance or the floor. Avoid staggering the rows uniformly to prevent stair-stepping. Boards cut from the opposite end of the row may be used for the next starter boards. Always allow a minimum 1/4" (6 mm) expansion around all vertical obstructions. Allow 1/2" (13 mm) for floating floors. When stapling, use Bostitch 2025K only. n Laying the Underlayment (Floating Installations) Install the underlayment in the same direction that the hardwood flooring is to be installed. Extend the underlayment a few inches up the wall. Trim excess prior to installing trim or moldings. The floating floor underlayment already has double-sided tape for ease of taping the precut overlapping seams. If a nonadhesive underlayment is used, tape all seams with the included tape. n Installing First Row (Floating Installations) Select a board to begin installation of the first row using the longest boards available. Starting from the LEFT with the tongue facing the wall, carefully place the first board in place. Use wedges or 1/2" (13 mm) scrap along the wall to hold plank in place while allowing the required expansion space. Align the next piece by overlapping the end of the first board so that the joint is tight when the board lays flat. Some slight adjustment of the board may be necessary to assure a tight fit. Again, place wedges or 1/2" (13 mm) scrap as necessary to restrain movement and maintain expansion zone. Continue in this manner until the first row is complete. Cut the final board to length allowing the necessary expansion zone. Place wedges to restrain movement and maintain expansion zone. A 1/2" expansion space is required throughout the installation. Do not attach or pinch the flooring to the subfloor at any point of the installation including glueing, nailing, or by any other methods. If the wall is not straight, scribe the first board as necessary to maintain alignment. Begin the second row with the cut piece from the first row. If the cut piece is shorter than 8" (20 cm) do not use it. Instead, begin with a new board that exceeds 8" (20 cm) in length and allows 6" (15 cm) spacing between the end joints. Place the first board in place by angling it up slightly, pushing forward and interlocking the side tongue. Slide the board to the LEFT as necessary to align the edges of the end joint. Carefully push the board down until tongue and groove lock together on the side and ends. A slight tap with a tapping block may be necessary to complete the interlock. Restrain the movement of the board by installing a wedge in the expansion zone. Install all remaining boards and rows in the same manner. Cut the last board to size, allowing for the expansion zone, and install as above. If necessary, complete the tight fit by tapping the board into place with a pull bar. Whenever practical, use cut pieces from previous rows as a starter board to reduce waste. Maintain 6" (15 cm) spacing between end joints after the first four rows for best appearance.

3 TRIMS AND MOLDING Reducer Strip Strips equalize the level between different flooring surfaces. Quarter Round Covers the expansion space between the floor and a wall. T-Molding Covers the expansion space between two equal height flooring surfaces. Baby Threshold Covers the expansion space at a threshold or sliding door. Stair Nosing Covers the expansion space on stair edges and provides a finished trim. Installation System Moisture Limits HARDWOOD PERFORMANCE PLUS* Glued Glue Down Staple Float Locking Joints Engineered Construction installs on, above or below grade Bruce Equalizer Armstrong 57 or Armstrong Pro Connect MVER Calcium Chloride Test (lbs./1000 sq. ft./24 hrs.) Relative Humidity In-Situ Probe ph Readings MAINTENANCE Permion Finishing System Do not apply wax to this floor For Best Results: Do not apply wax to this floor. Do not use oil-treated dust mops. Place mats at all entrances to help prevent dirt and other debris from being tracked onto the hardwood flooring. Rugs and mats should be slip resistant with a backing that is breathable and will not discolor the floor. All mats should be vacuumed daily. Use protective castors/castor cups (non-marking rubber) or felt glides on the legs of furniture, racks, chairs and tables etc. to prevent scratching, scuffing and other damage to the hardwood floor. Recognize that hardwood flooring dimensions will be slightly affected by varying levels of humidity within your building, care should be taken to control humidity levels within the 35%-55% range. To protect your investment and to assure that your floors provide lasting satisfaction, we have provided our recommendations below. Heating Season (Dry): A humidifier is recommended to prevent excessive shrinkage in hardwood floors due to low humidity levels. Wood stoves and electric heat tend to create very dry conditions.

4 Non-Heating Season (Humid, Wet): Proper humidity levels can be maintained by use of an air conditioner, dehumidifier, or by turning on your heating system periodically during the summer months. Avoid excessive exposure to water from tracking during periods of inclement weather. Do not obstruct in any way the expansion joint around the perimeter of your floor. A. Initial Maintenance 1. Remove any adhesive residue or petroleum based products with low odor mineral spirits. Urethane adhesives should be removed with low odor mineral spirits. 2. Following installation, the floor should be swept, dust mopped or vacuumed to remove any grit or debris that could scratch the floor. 3. Thoroughly clean the floor with Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner spray. 4. Spray the floor cleaner directly on the floor or on a clean cloth dust mop. Do not allow excess liquid to remain on the surface. Do not use dirty mops or those that contain the residue of dust attractant compounds. Dust mop the floor as normal, misting the materials periodically while proceeding through out the installation. B. Routine Maintenance (daily) 1. Following a regular maintenance schedule, sweep, dust mop or vacuum to remove any grit or debris that could scratch the floor. 2. Clean the floor as needed with Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner. C. Periodic Maintenance (weekly-monthly) 1. Sweep, dust mop or vacuum the floor to remove any grit or debris that could scratch the floor. 2. Clean the floor as needed with Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner. 3. Buff the floor using a medium high speed buffer ( rpm) and white/buff colored buffing pads. Apply Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner to the surface in the path of the buffing machine using a misting bottle while proceeding throughout the installation. D. Restorative Maintenance -Stripping Floor Repair Minor damage can be repaired with an Armstrong touch-up kit or filler. Major damage will require board replacement, which can be done by a professional floor installer. Refurbishing/Reconditioning From time to time, traffic patterns may appear in the areas of high traffic or areas with many pivot points (cash, wrap, etc.). When necessary, the finish can be recoated using a number of different coating systems. Chemical Bonding Systems The floor is cleaned and a bonding agent is sprayed/buffed on the surface. Once the material is dry, one or more coats of commercial finish are applied. Mechanical Bonding Systems The floor is cleaned and lightly abraded with an abrasive pad. One or more coats of commercial finish are applied. Rubber Heel Marks, Crayon, Gum or Asphalt Deposits Dampen a clean cloth with low odor mineral spirits and rub to remove. WF The Armstrong logo is registered in the United States and Canada AWI Licensing Company Printed in United States of America

5 Armstrong Commercial Hardwood Warranty FULL WARRANTIES The warranties described herein are given to the original purchaser only AND ARE SUBJECT TO THE PROCEDURES, LIMITATIONS, DISCLAIMERS AND EXCLUSIONS SET FORTH HEREIN. The warranties cover only approved product applications as recommended by Armstrong Commercial Hardwood Floors and are effective on Armstrong products purchased after July 1, 1999 (See applicable products and years below). FULL LIFETIME STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY WARRANTY Armstrong Commercial Hardwood Floors warrants its products, in their original manufactured condition, to be free from defects in lamination, assembly, milling, dimension and grading. Structural Integrity means that products will remain free from defects in lamination, assembly, milling, dimension and grading for as long as the original purchaser owns the home or commercial flooring. Armstrong additionally warrants that all its engineered hardwood flooring products, even when applied on a radiant heated concrete subfloor with a surface temperature not exceeding 85 F (29 C), will not buckle, cup or warp for as long as the original purchaser owns the home or commercial flooring, when properly installed and maintained according to Armstrong installation instruction procedures and when properly maintained in accordance with such instructions and the floor care directions provided on floorexpert.com. Hardwood flooring, being a natural product, will continue to expand and contract through normal heating and nonheating seasons. Properly installed hardwood floors may consequently experience some separation between boards at different times during the year. If such separations occur, they are not covered by this warranty. FULL LIFETIME ADHESIVE BOND WARRANTY Armstrong Commercial Hardwood Floors also warrants its Armstrong-approved recommended adhesive, when properly installed with engineered hardwood flooring products, that meet all the technical specifications that Armstrong Commercial Hardwood Flooring products meet, will maintain its bond for as long as the original purchaser owns the home or commercial flooring. Proper job site pre-inspection, installation and maintenance procedures must be followed. Adhesive breakdown caused by subfloor moisture damage and/or water damage, including but not limited to, broken water pipes or flooding, is not covered under this warranty. Finish and Impregnated Wood Surface Warranties exclude any indentations, scratches or surface damages caused by lack of proper maintenance, misuse, negligence, spiked heel shoes, water, erosion, pebbles, sand, other abrasives or insufficient protection on furniture. Using manufacturer s current recommended floor care products and floor protection products will allow you to maintain your floor s endless, rich beauty. Use of floor care products other than those especially formulated for use on manufacturer s flooring, may damage your floor and void the warranty. PERMION COATING FINISH WARRANTY Products are warranted to the original owner/purchaser that the Permion urethane surface wear layer will not wear through or separate from the wood floor for the number of years outlined in below chart from the date of purchase when used under normal commercial traffic conditions. ARMSTRONG WARRANTY PROTECTION MEANS If in the unlikely event any portion of your floor should fail with respect to the provisions of these warranties, Armstrong, at its sole option, to the original purchaser, will repair, refinish or replace such portion, AT NO COST TO YOU, with the same product or another product of equal value. In the unlikely event Armstrong is unable to correct the failure after a reasonable number of attempts, Armstrong will refund, if requested, the purchase price for that portion of the floor that fails. To file a claim, first contact the Armstrong retailer where the original purchase was made. If the retailer is unable to satisfy the claim, contact us at: Armstrong Floor Products Claim Center P.O. Box 3001 Lancaster, PA Claims must also be filed within the warranty coverage period, and information verifying date of purchase will be required. Armstrong reserves the right to have a designated Armstrong representative inspect the floor and remove samples for technical analysis. WARRANTY DISCLAIMERS AND EXCLUSIONS Color variations in flooring are a natural occurrence due to species, age, character of flooring and exposure to UV light or sunlight. For these reasons, new and/or replacement flooring may not match display samples and/or existing flooring. Due to color variations of product and/or samples, Armstrong is not responsible for the consumer matching flooring to other wood products, such as cabinets, stair railings, trim and moldings. Gloss reduction is not considered surface wear. Wood characteristics naturally occurring such as variations in grain, color, mineral streaks and knots are not considered defects. Armstrong warranties are not transferable. No installer, retailer, distributor or agent, or employee of Armstrong may alter the obligations or limitations of any Armstrong warranty. Applicable Products and Years Warranty Years Products Structural Integrity Full Lifetime PERFORMANCE PLUS CENTURY FARM BECKFORD HERITAGE CLASSICS COLLECTION METRO CLASSICS Adhesive Bond Full Lifetime PERFORMANCE PLUS CENTURY FARM BECKFORD HERITAGE CLASSICS COLLECTION METRO CLASSICS Permion Finish 10-Year PERFORMANCE PLUS Permion Finish 3-Year HERITAGE CLASSICS COLLECTION CENTURY FARM METRO CLASSICS BECKFORD WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS ARMSTRONG WARRANTIES DO NOT COVER INDENTATIONS, SCRATCHES, STAINS OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE, FIRE, WATER, MOISTURE, EXCESSIVE HEAT OR EXCESSIVE DRYNESS, EROSION, PEBBLES, SAND, OR OTHER ABRASIVES, PETS, INSECTS, SPIKED HEEL SHOES, WEATHER CONDITIONS OR NATURAL DISASTERS, COLOR VARIATIONS, NATURALLY OCCURRING WOOD CHARACTERISTICS, FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL THE MANUFACTURER S WRITTEN INSTALLATION AND/OR MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS, IMPROPER MAINTENANCE, WET MOPPING, INSUFFICIENT PROTECTION, MISUSE, OR IMPROPER ALTERATIONS OF THE ORIGINAL MANUFACTURED PRODUCT. ARMSTRONG WARRANTIES DO NOT COVER NATURAL EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION RESULTING IN SEPARATION BETWEEN BOARDS, OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY LOW OR EXCESSIVE HUMIDITY. NO WARRANTIES APPLY TO ANY PRODUCT OR PRODUCTS DESIGNATED AS THRIFT, ANTIQUE, TAVERN, BARGAIN OR CABIN GRADES, SECONDS, ECONOMY GRADE, OR NON-STANDARD ITEMS. ANY PRODUCT OR PRODUCTS SO DESIGNATED ARE SOLD AS IS. THIS WRITING IS THE COMPLETE AND EXCLUSIVE STATEMENT OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED HEREIN AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND/OR STATUTORY WARRANTIES BY THE MANUFACTURER, TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW. ARMSTRONG ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. HOWEVER, SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THIS EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. THE SOLE REMEDY PROVIDED HEREIN IS THE REPAIR, REFINISH OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS, OR REFUND FOR DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS.

6 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Name: Armstrong Wood Flooring Products Description: Wood Flooring and Wood Accessory Products II. TRANSPORTATION DATA Shipping name: Not Classified. Hazard Class: N/A. ID #: N/A EMERGENCY ONLY CONTACT: CHEM-TEL III. HMIS (0 = minimal hazard; 4 = severe hazard) Health = 0 Fire = 1 Reactivity = 0 IV. PRODUCT CONTENT This product does not contain chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR 372. All components are on TSCA inventory. This product does NOT contain asbestos. Wood Flooring Products Prepared 6/12 Replaces 6/09 Armstrong World Industries, Inc. P.O. Box 3001 Lancaster, PA , Option 2,3,3 V. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS (Chemical Identity; Common Name) C.A.S. No. OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Wood Dust 15 mg/m3 (total dust) N/A 5 mg/m3 (respirable dust) 5 mg/m3 recommended 1 softwood and hard wood 10 mg/m3 (STEL) recommended 1 softwood and hardwood Certain hard woods: 1 mg/m3 Soft wood: 5 mg/m3 STEL: 10 mg/m3 1 In 1992, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit Court overturned OSHA s 1989 Air Contaminants Rule, which included specific PEL s for wood dust established by OSHA at that time. Wood dust is now officially regulated as an organic dust in a category known as Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated (PNOR), or Nuisance Dust. However, a number of states have incorporated the OSHA PEL s from the 1989 standard in their state plans. DESCRIPTION AND INGREDIENT INFORMATION Wood flooring products produced for residential and commercial use. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION Wood products are not hazardous under the criteria of the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR However, wood dust generated by sawing, sanding, or machining these products may be hazardous. VI. PHYSICAL DATA APPEARANCE: Material dependent. BOILING POINT (degrees F): N/A. VAPOR PRESSURE (mm 20 degrees C): N/A. VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1): N/A. PERCENT VOLATILE BY WEIGHT ( F): N/A. EVAPORATION RATE (Butyl Acetate = 1): N/A. SOLUBILITY IN WATER: N/A. SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H 2 0 = 1): N/A. ph: N/A. VII. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA FLASH POINT (METHOD): N/A. FLAMMABLE RANGE: LEL: = N/A; UEL = N/A. EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water spray. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Protect fire fighters from toxic products of combustion by wearing self-contained breathing apparatus. UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Sawing, sanding or machining wood products can produce wood dust that can cause an explosive or combustion hazard. Auto Ignition Hazard: F. VIII. HEALTH HAZARD DATA PRIMARY ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: N/A. TARGET ORGANS: N/A. EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: N/A. SKIN AND EYES: N/A. INHALA- TION: N/A. CARCINOGENICITY: NTP: Yes; IARC Monographs: Yes (as wood dust); OSHA Regulated: No. MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENER- ALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: N/K. FIRST AID PROCEDURES: N/A. SKIN AND EYES: N/A. INHALATION: N/A. INGESTION: N/A. IX. REACTIVITY DATA STABILITY: N/A. INCOMPATIBILITY: N/A. HAZARDOUS DECOMPO- SITION PRODUCTS: N/A. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: N/A. X. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Wood dust may be vacuumed or shoveled for recovery or disposal. Avoid creating dusty conditions. Provide good ventilation. WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State, and Local Waste Disposal Regulations. XI. SAFE HANDLING AND USE INFORMATION VENTILATION: N/A. RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: N/A. SKIN AND EYE PROTECTION: N/A. XII. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: N/A. OTHER PRECAUTIONS: N/A. LABEL INSTRUCTIONS: Front Panel! Caution: Respiratory, Eye and Skin Irritant. See cautionary statement on side panel. Side Panel! Caution: Wood dust. Sawing, sanding and machining wood products can produce wood dust. Airborne wood dust can cause respiratory, eye and skin irritation. PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES: If power tools are used, they should be equipped with a dust collector. If high dust levels are encountered, use an appropriate NIOSH designed dust mask. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. FIRST AID MEASURES IN CASE OF IRRITATION: In case of irritation, flush eyes or skin with water for at least 15 minutes. XIII. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION WOOD DUST: Wood dust generated from sawing, sanding or machining this product may cause nasal dryness, irritation, coughing and sinusitis. NTP (National Toxicology Program) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies wood dust as a carcinogen to humans. The classifications are based on increased risk in the occurrences of adenocarcinomas of the nasal cavities and paranasal sinuses associated with exposure to wood dust. The information presented herein is supplied as a guide to those who handle or use this product. Safe work practices must be employed when working with any materials. It is important that the end user makes a determination regarding the adequacy of the safety procedures employed during the use of this product. N/A not applicable or not available N/K none known or not known Form /03J

7 PERFORMANCE PLUS Hardwood Hardwood flooring for commercial spaces has never been more popular. Hardwood brings an elegant appeal to any interior. Armstrong s collection of beautiful hardwoods is intended to meet high-design needs and the traffic demands of retail stores, hospitality areas, educational institutions, military housing and more. Performance Plus features accentuated, consistent visuals with no blonding. It offers improved hardness and dent/gouge resistance with acrylic infusion. PRODUCT INFORMATION Construction Product Line Overall Thickness Edge/End Detail Finish Installation Maintenance Options Species Packaging Plank Size Sq. Ft. per Carton Carton Weight Engineered Hardwood Performance Plus 3/8 in. (9.53 mm) 5-ply engineered construction Micro-beveled edges and ends Nano Technology Coating Armstrong Lifetime Finish Locking/Floating Armstrong S-1836 or S-1837 Underlayments and Armstrong 99 or Bruce Everseal end joint adhesive Glue Down Armstrong Summit, ProConnect or Equalizer Staple Down Stanley Bostitch 2025K or PowerNail 2000 staple gun required Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner Birch, Cherry, Hickory, Maple, Red Oak, Walnut, White Oak 5 in. (12.7 cm) x varying lengths [9 in. (22.86 cm) to 48 in. ( cm)] 40 sq. ft. 60 lbs. Shipping Weight 60 lbs. per carton performance Test method Minimum requirement Supplementary Static Load Limit Subjective Visual ASTM F 970 No visually apparent 1,000 psi Fire Test Data Flame Spread ASTM E 648 or NFPA watt/cm 2 or more Class I Meets Fire Test Data Smoke Evolution ASTM E or less Meets Certified Low Emitting Product LEED EQ4.3 Meets Guidelines Meets warranty performance vs. requirement 10-year Limited Permion Finish Warranty and Full Lifetime and Structural Integrity Warranty, when installed and maintained in accordance with Armstrong s recommended installation and maintenance products and procedures. links Installation Instructions Maintenance Information View the full line Techline Armstrong World Industries, Inc.

8 PERFORMANCE PLUS Hardwood Sustainability Facts Materials Certifications & Programs Meets LEED EQ Credit: Low Emitting Interiors Low Emitting Composite Wood: California Air Resources Board (CARB Compliant) U.S. Green Building Council Member Canada Green Building Council Member FSC certified wood available upon request for select species Low Emitting (SCAQMD Compliant) Adhesives are available Regional Materials* Manufactured in Somerset, KY *Depending on project location Protective finish Top visual layer Supporting layers Maple Walnut ESP5240 ESP5241 ESP5242 ESP5243 ESP5250 ESP5251 ESP5252 ESP5253 ESP5254 ESP5255 Birch Hickory ESP5210 ESP5211 ESP5212 ESP5213 ESP5214 ESP5230 ESP5231 ESP5232 ESP5233 ESP5234 Red Oak White Oak Cherry ESP5200 ESP5201 ESP5202 ESP5203 ESP5207 ESP5205 ESP5206 ESP5220 ESP5221 ESP Armstrong World Industries, Inc.

9 Commercial Hardwood PERFORMANCE PLUS HERITAGE CLASSICS COLLECTION CENTURY FARM METRO CLASSICS BECKFORD Permion Finishing System For Best Results: Water should not be used to maintain your hardwood floor. Oil-treated mops are not recommended to maintain your hardwood flooring. Do not apply wax or polish your floor. Place mats at all entrances to help prevent dirt and other debris from being tracked onto the floor. Rugs and mats should be slip resistant with a backing that is breathable and will not discolor the floor. All mats should be vacuumed daily. Use protective casters/caster cups (non-marking rubber) or felt glides on the legs of furniture, racks, chairs, tables, etc. to prevent scratching, scuffing and other damage to the hardwood floor. This will prevent major scratches from occurring. Hardwood flooring, like other types of smooth finish floors, can become slippery when wet. Immediately wipe up wet areas from spills, foreign substances or wet feet. Remove tough spots like shoe polish, tar and asphalt driveway seal with adhesive cleaner, low-odor mineral spirits or nail polish remover containing acetone (follow instructions on label), then wipe with a damp cloth. Recognizing that hardwood floor dimensions will be slightly affected by varying levels of humidity within your building, care should be taken to control humidity levels within the 35-55% range. To protect your investment and to assure that your floors provide lasting satisfaction, we have provided our recommendations below. Heating Season (Dry): A humidifier is recommended to prevent excessive shrinkage in hardwood floors due to low humidity levels. Wood stoves and electric heat tend to create very dry conditions. Non-Heating Season (Humid, Wet): Proper humidity levels can be maintained by use of an air conditioner or dehumidifier, or by turning on your heating system periodically during the summer months. Avoid excessive exposure to water from tracking during periods of inclement weather. Do not obstruct the expansion joint around the perimeter of your floor. NOTE: Final inspection by the end-user should occur from a standing position. When using vacuum cleaners, disengage the beater bar and use the bare floor setting. Metal caster wheels can damage the floor. Instead, we recommend using soft wheels wide enough to support the load. For minor abrasions or scratches, use a touchup kit or acrylic filler to repair. Major damage can be repaired with a plank replacement. A. Initial Maintenance 1. Remove any adhesive residue or petroleum based products with low odor mineral spirits. Urethane adhesives should immediately be removed with mineral spirits. Urethane adhesives become extremely difficult to remove when cured. 2. Following installation, the floor should be swept, dust mopped or vacuumed to remove any grit or debris that could scratch the floor. 3. Thoroughly clean the floor with Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner spray using a micro-fiber mop. 4. Spray the floor cleaner directly on the floor or on a clean cloth dust mop. Do not allow excess liquid to remain on the surface. Do not use dirty mops or those that contain the residue of dust attractant compounds. Dust mop the floor as normal, misting the cleaning materials periodically while proceeding through the installation. 49

10 B. Daily/Regular Maintenance 1. Following a regular maintenance schedule, sweep, dust mop or vacuum to remove any grit or debris that could scratch the floor. Hardwood flooring in a commercial setting should be cleaned on a daily basis. 2. Clean the floor as needed with Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner using a clean micro-fiber mop. C. Periodic Maintenance 1. Sweep, dust mop or vacuum the floor to remove any grit or debris that could scratch the floor. 2. Clean the floor as needed with Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Floor cleaner using a clean micro-fiber mop. 3. Before the buffing procedure, clean all heel marks and debris from the hardwood flooring. 4. Buff the floor using a medium high speed buffer ( rpm) and 3M white colored buffing pads or equivalent. Apply Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner to the surface in the path of the buffing machine using a misting bottle while proceeding through the installation. 5. The flooring should be walked and inspected for problem areas once a week. Any problem areas should be handled immediately. D. Restorative Maintenance 1. Floor Repair Minor damage can be repaired with an Armstrong Touch-Up Kit or Acrylic Filler. Major damage will require board replacement, which can be done by a professional floor installer. 2. Refurbishing/Reconditioning From time to time, traffic patterns may appear in areas of high traffic or areas with many pivot points (cash, wrap, etc.). When necessary, the finish can be recoated using a number of different coating systems. 3. Chemical Bonding Systems The floor is cleaned and a bonding agent is sprayed/buffed on the surface. Once the material is dry, one or more coats of commercial finish are applied. Always follow the manufacturer s recommendation. 4. Mechanical Bonding Systems The floor is cleaned and lightly abraded with an abrasive pad. One or more coats of commercial finish are applied. Always follow the manufacturer s recommendation. 5. Scratches For light scratches or color loss on Armstrong Acrylic Impregnated floors with a HartWood finish please refer to floorexpert.com for maintenance and repair instructions. 50

11 6. Quick Fix Tips Spots Caused By Food, Water or Animals: Apply Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner to a clean, soft cloth. Rub the area to remove the stain or spot. If needed, use low-odor mineral spirits with a clean cloth to remove the spots. Grease/Lipstick/Crayon/Ink Spots/Rubber Heel Marks: Apply Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner to a clean, soft cloth. Rub the area to remove the stain or spot. If needed, use low-odor mineral spirits with a clean cloth to remove the spots. Chewing Gum, Candle Wax: Apply a sealed plastic bag filled with ice on top of the deposit. Wait until the deposit becomes brittle enough to crumble off. After deposit has been removed, clean the entire area with Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner. Minor Abrasions/Scratches: Use a Touch-Up Kit or Acrylic Filler to make minor repairs. Apply Hardwood Floor Finish to recondition larger areas. Chips, Broken Edges and Gaps: Blend area with appropriate Armstrong touch-up pen or fill stick from a Touch-Up Kit or the appropriate filler. Deep Scratches/Gouges: Individual planks, strips or parquets that are heavily gouged or damaged can be repaired with Acrylic Filler or Touch-Up Kit. Major damage will require board replacement. All repair procedures can be found at floorexpert.com. Protecting Your Floor From Direct Sunlight: Use curtains and UV-resistant film on large glass doors and windows. Move area rugs occasionally as they block sunlight and may give the appearance of discoloring. 51

12 CANADA GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL CONSEIL DU BÂTIMENT DURABLE DU CANADA sustainable design Hardwood Section I. Product Identification Product Name: Armstrong Flooring Products Description: Solid and engineered hardwood Section II. Environmental Policy Armstrong Flooring is committed to systematically reducing our environmental footprint while providing innovative products and services that enable our customers to create sustainable indoor environments. Section III. LEED Summary This credit summary is for Armstrong Commercial Hardwood. Listed below are the credits in LEED that are applicable to hardwood products. Material and Resources MR Credit 5.1, 5.2: Regional Materials Armstrong solid and engineered hardwood products are manufactured in a variety of locations, predominantly in the eastern United States. Solid wood plant locations include: Beverly, West Virginia; Jackson, Tennessee; Oneida, Tennessee; Titusville, Pennsylvania; Warren, Arkansas; and West Plains, Missouri. Engineered wood plants include: Center, Texas; Somerset, Kentucky; Statesville, North Carolina; and Vicksburg, Mississippi. MR Credit 6: Rapidly Renewable Materials Armstrong Bamboo Locking Hardwood contains 30% rapidly renewable content. MR Credit 7: Certified Wood Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified wood is available upon request for select species in the following hardwood collections: Beckford, Century Farm, Heritage Classics and Metro Classics. MEMBER / MEMBRE F Printed in United States of America AWI Licensing Company LEED and the Armstrong logo are registered in the United States and Canada. All trademarks owned by AWI Licensing Company. LEED is a registered trademark of the United States Green Building Council. designed to dazzle produced to perform create with confidence