Armstrong Introduces Empower™ Rigid Core Flooring

BWG News   •   July 16, 2020

Empower rigid core flooring was built using Armstrong’s innovative new Reinforced Mineral Core to provide the best available performance. This new core outperforms traditional rigid core products in both indent and stability while their exclusive Diamond 10 technology provides best in class scratch and stain protection. Empower features extra-long lengths and is available in both wide and mixed widths which bring the realistic hardwood and stone visuals to life. It also has twice as many unique planks to reduce repeats and increase realism.

100% Waterproof Planks: Empower rigid core flooring is 100% waterproof making it perfect for high moisture areas such as kitchens, bathrooms and laundry rooms.

Stainproof: Diamond 10 Technology provides the ultimate protection against everyday household stains.

Innovative Reinforced Mineral Core: Exclusive to Armstrong Flooring: Empower features an innovative Reinforced Mineral Core which provides superior indent resistance and can be installed in direct sunlight and three season rooms. Resilient layers are used to add comfort and vibrant visuals while an attached underlayment helps reduce noise transmission. Finally, Empower features the Diamond 10 Technology for the ultimate protection against every day household stains and scratches.

Technical Specifications:

NOMINAL SIZE: Wide Width: 9˝ x 72˝ Multi-Width: 4˝, 6˝, & 7˝ x 72˝
NOMINAL THICKNESS: 7 mm (0.28˝)
WEAR LAYER: 20 mil – Diamond 10® Technology
EDGE DETAIL: Painted Micro-Bevel
INSTALLATION: Angle Locking: Below/On/Above Ground Level
WARRANTY: Lifetime Limited Residential and 15-year Limited Commercial
COVERAGE: Wide Width: 18.19 sq. ft., 4 pcs per carton Multi-Width: 17.4 sq. ft., 2 pcs/width