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1 GL BAL EXOTICS E X O T I C STM INSPIRATION FROM AROUND THE WORLD

2 GLOBAL EXOTICS TM HARDWOOD Global Exotics hardwoods from Armstrong offer unique species distinguished by their origin, color and sophisticated grain. In addition to their striking elegance, these premium hardwoods possess superb hardness and inherent durability, adding to the quality and value of your home. Bring the woods of the world home, with Armstrong TM Global Exotics hardwood. 2

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS The species in this catalog are organized by wood hardness. Refer to the hardness scale on each page to determine the specie s hardness in comparison to Oak, the industry benchmark. WOOD HARDNESS SCALE OAK STANDARD WHICH FLOOR IS RIGHT FOR YOU? 4-5 CUMARU 6 LAPACHO 7 BRAZILIAN CHERRY 8 JATOBA 9 CABREUVA 10 SANTOS MAHOGANY 11 TIGERWOOD 12 SUCUPIRA 13 KEMPAS 14 TAUARI 15 AFRICAN MAHOGANY 16 SAKURA 17 3

4 WHICH FLOOR IS RIGHT FOR YOU? CONSTRUCTION SOLID HARDWOOD Solid hardwood floors from Armstrong feature 3/4 100% solid wood milled from lumber. Solid hardwood can be sanded and refinished to extend the life of the floor. LOW-PROFILE HARDWOOD Armstrong pioneered the development of proprietary 5/16 thick solid wood construction that offers a smooth transition to other rooms with different floor coverings. ENGINEERED HARDWOOD Engineered floors from Armstrong feature 100% hardwood manufactured by permanently bonding together multiple layers of wood in a cross-ply construction for superior strength and dimensional stability. INSTALLATION Solid hardwood floors are designed for nail-down installation to wood subfloors at or above ground level. Low-profile wood floors can be glued-down over concrete and other hard surfaces or stapled to the existing wood subfloor. Installation on or above ground. Engineered wood floors can be glued-down. Many can also be stapled or installed using the floating method. Installation on all levels of the home including below grade. WARRANTY Solid hardwood floors have a residential finish warranty of 25 years, as well as a lifetime structural-integrity warranty. Low-profile solid hardwood floors have a residential finish warranty of 25 years, as well as a lifetime structural-integrity warranty. Engineered hardwood floors have a residential finish warranty of 15 years, as well as a lifetime structural-integrity warranty. 4

5 armstrong.com Visit armstrong.com/hardwood and view our complete flooring education guide to learn about the natural color variations that you should expect in your hardwood floor. To order product samples, WOOD HARDNESS SCALE OAK STANDARD HARDNESS SCALE The ability to withstand foot traffic, children and pets will vary by hardness of wood. Strong, resilient Oak is used as the industry benchmark. Refer to the hardness scale on each page to determine its hardness in comparison to Oak. TRIMS AND MOLDINGS The Armstrong Global Exotics Collection offers coordinated transitions in all species and colors for the perfect finishing touch. THRESHOLD QUARTER ROUND T-MOLDING The normal color variation found in natural hardwoods differ from species to species. It is part of the inherent beauty of wood flooring. Most indicates the species with the greatest board-to-board color variations. VARIATION Wood is a natural material that reacts to ambient light. Global Exotics hardwoods gain richness in color and will become darker and more uniform over time.the most dramatic change will occur within the first six months following installation. Installed After six months MICRO-EDGE DETAILING Armstrong TM Global Exotics TM hardwoods offer an eased micro-edge treatment. Pronounced edge treatments, such as this one, frame the individual wood pieces, placing the focus on the natural grain and texture of each plank.this creates a more casual style. CARE AND MAINTENANCE To preserve the beauty of your floor, sweep or dry mop as needed. Periodically clean with Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner and the Armstrong swivel-head mop with reversible terry cloth cover. Simply spray and mop. Clean up spills immediately and follow with the recommended floor cleaner. For more information, visit our Web site at armstrong.com. 5

6 CUMARU VARIATION CUMARU HARDNESS COMPARED TO OAK Cumaru Natural C5051CLG For more information on hardwood flooring, Natural C5051CLG 3" 6

7 LAPACHO VARIATION LAPACHO HARDNESS COMPARED TO OAK Lapacho Natural C5061LLG INSPIRATION Create visual interest by pairing these multi-color exotic hardwoods with traditional or neutral décor. Sharply separated graining adds to Lapacho s appeal. To order product samples, Natural C5061LLG 3" Natural LA462NA 3.5" Natural LA422NA 3.5" 7

For more information on hardwood flooring, Natural

8 BRAZILIAN CHERRY VARIATION BRAZILIAN CHERRY HARDNESS COMPARED TO OAK Brazilian Cherry Natural C5048JLG For more information on hardwood flooring, Natural C5048JLG 3.5" Natural EGE " Natural EGE " 8

deep tones of Brazilian Cherry will add excitement to any room in

9 JATOBA VARIATION JATOBA HARDNESS COMPARED TO OAK Jatoba Natural JA422NA INSPIRATION The long, straight grain of Jatoba and rich, deep tones of Brazilian Cherry will add excitement to any room in your home. To order product samples, Natural JA462NA 3.5" Natural JA422NA 3.5" 9

10 CABREUVA VARIATION CABREUVA HARDNESS COMPARED TO OAK Cabreuva Natural CA422NA For more information on hardwood flooring, Natural CA462NA 3.5" Natural CA422NA 3.5" 10

richness of lush browns in unique grain variations that add an exquisite touch

11 SANTOS MAHOGANY VARIATION SANTOS MAHOGANY HARDNESS COMPARED TO OAK Santos Mahogany Natural EGE4202 INSPIRATION Enjoy the warmth of deep reds and richness of lush browns in unique grain variations that add an exquisite touch to any application. To order product samples, Natural EGE " Natural EGE " 11

5" Natural TG422NA 3.5" Brazilia Taupe EGE3201 3.

12 TIGERWOOD VARIATION TIGERWOOD HARDNESS COMPARED TO OAK Tigerwood Natural C5071TLG For more information on hardwood flooring, Natural TG462NA 3.5" Natural TG422NA 3.5" Brazilia Taupe EGE " Brazilia Taupe EGE " Natural EGE " Natural EGE " 12 Natural C5071TLG 3"

well with natural colors and materials, while Tigerwood's stunning contrasts

13 SUCUPIRA VARIATION SUCUPIRA HARDNESS COMPARED TO OAK Sucupira Natural C5081SLG INSPIRATION The understated color variance and grain of Sucupira mix well with natural colors and materials, while Tigerwood's stunning contrasts become the focal point of any room. To order product samples, Natural C5081SLG 3" 13

14 KEMPAS VARIATION KEMPAS HARDNESS COMPARED TO OAK Kempas Natural KE422NA For more information on hardwood flooring, Natural KE462NA 3.5" Natural KE422NA 3.5" 14

palette from which to create the design of your room.

15 TAUARI VARIATION TAUARI HARDNESS COMPARED TO OAK Tauari Natural TA422NA INSPIRATION The wide variation of color ranging from warm to cool browns in Tauari offers a rich, exotic palette from which to create the design of your room.the more subtle grains of Kempas strike an elegant accent. To order product samples, Natural TA462NA 3.5" Natural TA422NA 3.5" 15

Natural EGE3204 3.5" Natural EGE4204 4.75" Exotic Shadow EGE3205 3.

16 AFRICAN MAHOGANY VARIATION AFRICAN MAHOGANY HARDNESS COMPARED TO OAK African Mahogany Natural EGE3204 For more information on hardwood flooring, Natural EGE " Natural EGE " Exotic Shadow EGE " Exotic Shadow EGE " Burnished Sable EGE " Burnished Sable EGE " 16

17 SAKURA VARIATION SAKURA HARDNESS COMPARED TO OAK Sakura Natural SA422NA INSPIRATION The soft, subtle grain of Sakura lends understated elegance to your interior spaces. Or, spice it up with the naturally vibrant and dense reddish browns of African Mahogany. To order product samples, Natural SA462NA 3.5" Natural SA422NA 3.5" 17

18 Brazilian Cherry Natural C5048JLG Cumaru Natural C5051CLG Tauari Natural TA422NA 18

19 African Mahogany Natural EGE3204 INSPIRATION FROM AROUND THE WORLD Tigerwood Natural C5071TLG Sucupira Natural C5081SLG 19

20 All trademarks are owned by AWI Licensing Company or Armstrong Hardwood Flooring Company. NOTE: Due to printing limitations, colors pictured cannot be guaranteed to match actual flooring materials. Printed in the United States of America AWI Licensing Company. TOTAL RECOVERED FIBER ALL POST-CONSUMER FIBER WF

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