ARMSTRONG FIRST IN CEILING INDUSTRY TO OFFER
RADIAL CEILINGS IN WOOD, METAL AND FIBERGLASS

New Capability Offers Design Enhancement for Layouts That Call
For Something Other Than Square or Rectangular Ceiling Panels

CHICAGO, June 13, 2005 -- A new capability from Armstrong now provides architects and designers with the opportunity to use radial ceilings in wood, metal or fiberglass to reflect the architectural design of the space.

Offered in Armstrong MetalWorks^Ô, WoodWorks^Ô and Optima® product lines, these custom ceiling capabilities were created to offer a design enhancement for layouts that call for something other than square or rectangular ceiling panels.

The diversity of radial ceiling materials provides a variety of design options to meet the aesthetic needs of a space: WoodWorks ceilings add a rich, warm look; MetalWorks, a sophisticated, high tech look; and Optima®, a clean, fine-textured look.

Broadest Range of Options in Industry

Ideal for use in high visibility spaces, the radial ceilings are offered in the broadest range of options in the ceiling industry, including three substrates, dozens of finishes and a range of price points.

A wide range of performance characteristics is also available, including an option for acoustical control. All three ceiling systems can also be designed to provide access to the plenum, including the exclusive "Access" installation system for wood ceilings. Because the ceilings are factory engineered, the need for field cutting may be eliminated.

Armstrong radial ceilings can help meet sustainable design goals as well, since Optima® ceilings contain 40% recycled content, WoodWorks ceilings, 45%, and MetalWorks ceilings, 25%.

Design Assistance Available

Design assistance with radial ceilings is available from Armstrong through its Architectural Specialties group, a consultative service comprised of specialists with expertise in both architecture and engineering whose sole mission is to partner with designers in the implementation of custom ceiling designs.

To obtain additional information on the new Armstrong radial ceilings, call 1-877-ARMSTRONG (1-877-276-7876) or visit armstrong.com/radialceilings.

Armstrong World Industries, Inc. is a global leader in the design and manufacture of floors, ceilings and cabinets. In 2004, net sales totaled more than $3.0 billion. Based in Lancaster, PA, Armstrong has 42 plants in 12 countries and nearly 15,000 employees worldwide.