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Armstrong Flooring & Ceiling Resources — Tools, Guides & How-Tos

Real answers to the questions installers, contractors, architects, and homeowners ask us most. No gatekeeping — download what you need, when you need it.

Floating LVP Installation Guide

Complete step-by-step guide for Armstrong luxury vinyl plank floating installation — subfloor prep requirements, expansion gap spacing, door casing undercutting, and transition strip placement.

PDF • 24 pages Updated 2025
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VCT Installation & Adhesive Guide

Adhesive selection by substrate type, flash times at various temperatures, seam placement strategy, and heat-weld vs. chemical-weld options for VCT commercial installations.

PDF • 18 pages Updated 2024
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Drop Ceiling Tile Installation Guide

Grid layout planning, cutting mineral fiber tiles, ceiling height calculations, and how to handle HVAC registers, sprinkler heads, and light fixtures in a suspended ceiling grid.

PDF • 16 pages Updated 2025
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Woodhaven Ceiling Plank Install Guide

Direct-attach installation over drywall using staple or adhesive, nail gun settings, handling around light boxes, and mixing plank lengths to avoid visible end patterns.

PDF • 12 pages Updated 2025
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Sheet Vinyl Installation Guide

Perimeter bond vs. full spread adhesive methods, seam sealer application, scribing to irregular walls, and coved base installation techniques for seamless bathroom and kitchen installations.

PDF • 20 pages Updated 2024
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LVP Daily & Weekly Care Schedule

What to sweep, what to mop, what cleaner concentration to use, and the specific tools that won't damage your wear layer. Includes steam mop warning and pH cleaner recommendations.

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VCT Stripping & Refinishing Guide

Strip schedule based on traffic level, chemical dilution ratios, wet-dry system vs. auto scrubber use, and how many coats of floor finish to apply before re-opening to traffic.

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Armstrong Once 'n Done® Usage Guide

Correct dilution (4 oz per gallon standard; 1 oz heavy-duty maintenance), surface compatibility chart, and common residue problems from over-concentration — and how to fix them.

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Flooring Material Calculator

Enter your room dimensions and we'll tell you how many square feet you need — including a recommended overage percentage based on the tile or plank size.

Ceiling Tile Calculator

Enter your ceiling dimensions to find how many 2Ă—2 or 2Ă—4 tiles and grid sections you need. Includes perimeter cut estimation.

Product Comparison: Flooring Types

Specification LVP (Luxury Vinyl Plank) LVT (Luxury Vinyl Tile) Laminate VCT Sheet Vinyl
Waterproof Yes (100%) Yes (100%) No (moisture-resistant only) Partial (seams) Yes (seamless)
Wear Rating AC3–AC5 AC3–AC5 AC3–AC5 45 mil 0.55 mm wear layer
Thickness 6–12 mm 4–8 mm 8–12 mm 3.2 mm (1/8") 1.8–3 mm
Best Application Residential all rooms Baths, kitchens, commercial Dry residential areas Commercial high-traffic Wet areas, healthcare
Install Method Float or glue-down Glue-down Float Full-spread adhesive Perimeter or full-spread
GREENGUARD Gold Most products Most products Select products Yes Yes
Armstrong wide-plank oak LVP in a coastal living room

Coastal Living Room

Wide-plank LVP in warm oak tones with white walls and natural textiles creates a relaxed coastal atmosphere without the humidity sensitivity of real wood.

Armstrong marble-look LVT in a modern kitchen

Modern Kitchen & Bath

Marble-look LVT at a fraction of the cost of real stone — and fully waterproof. Pairs well with white shaker cabinets and matte black hardware.

Armstrong Woodhaven ceiling planks in a home office

Home Office Transformation

Woodhaven ceiling planks turn a builder-basic flat ceiling into a feature wall overhead. Install in a weekend — no contractor required.

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