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EX-99.1 - PRESS RELEASE DATED FEBRUARY 28, 2011 - ARMSTRONG WORLD INDUSTRIES INCdex991.htm
EX-99.3 - INVESTOR PRESENTATIONS FOURTH QUARTER 2010, DATED FEBRUARY 28, 2011 - ARMSTRONG WORLD INDUSTRIES INCdex993.htm
Armstrong World Industries
Investor Presentation
February 28, 2011
Exhibit 99.2


2
Safe Harbor Statement
This presentation contains “forward-looking statements”
related to Armstrong
World Industries, Inc.’s, future financial performance. Our results could differ
materially from the results discussed in these forward-looking statements due to
known and unknown risks and uncertainties.  A more detailed discussion of the
risks and uncertainties that may affect our ability to achieve the projected
performance is included in the “Risk Factors”
and “Management’s Discussion
and Analysis”
sections of our recent reports on Forms 10-K and 10-Q filed with
the SEC. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement
beyond what is required by applicable securities law.
In addition, we will be referring to non-GAAP financial measures within the
meaning of SEC Regulation G. A reconciliation of the differences
between these
measures with the most directly comparable financial measures calculated in
accordance with GAAP is available on the Investor Relations page
of our
website at www.armstrong.com.


3
Company Overview


4
Armstrong at a Glance
Leading manufacturer of floors and ceilings for use
in renovation and new construction.  Significant
U.S. cabinets’
business.
$2.8 billion in sales in 2010
#1 in businesses representing 80% of sales
Serving global customers from eight countries
34 manufacturing locations
Approximately 9,800 employees
Approximately $2.5 billion market capitalization
Strong balance sheet -
$550 million of net debt at 12/31/10
Significant NOL carry forward
58 million diluted shares outstanding
300K average daily trading volume
64% owned by Armstrong Asbestos Trust and Armor TPG
‘AWI’
on the NYSE
Since October 2006 emergence from asbestos-related bankruptcy
Company Overview


5
History
1998 Sales Mix:
Residential/Commercial 
was 65/35
Significant geographic
and product line
expansion:
Hardwood floors
Cabinets
DLW (European flooring)
Asbestos-related
bankruptcy
Manufacturing and
overhead restructuring
Significant growth in
Commercial products
Strategic review and sale
process in declining residential
market: 
Improved product mix
Increased manufacturing
productivity
Commercial volume growth
Strategic focus in soft
residential and declining
commercial markets:
Ensure innovation
Align costs with
changing environment
Managing for Profitability
1998
2001 -
2006
2007
2008 -
2009
Company Overview
2009 Sales Mix:
Residential/Commercial 
was 40/60
Expand revenue
opportunities
Position company to
deliver sustainable
profitability
Deliver earnings growth
Ensure ongoing
profitability and
preserve cash


6
AWI Key Strategies
Company Overview
1
Enhance the Core
Maximize profits in global Floors and
Ceilings
Increase share and mix selectively
2
Expand the Core
Drive growth in China and India
Build ceilings and flooring plants in
China
Expand presence in Eastern
Europe and Middle East
3
Drive Lower Costs
$150 million cost savings program
LEAN investment, SG&A
reduction, procurement savings
Restructure floor Europe
4
Innovation Leadership
Environmental leadership
Unmatched product portfolio
5
Organization Vitality
Attract, retain and develop the best
people in the industry
Organizational processes aligned
with strategic objectives
6
Efficient Balance Sheet
Net debt less than 2x EBITDA
No significant maturities until 2015
Sufficient cash to make organic
investments


7
2010 Business Segment and End-Use Profile
Majority of business is renovation –
dampens cycles.
Cabinets
Resilient Flooring
(Int'l)
Resilient Flooring
(N.A.)
Hardwood
Flooring
Building Products
(Ceilings)
Consolidated
Commercial renovation
Commercial new
Residential renovation
Residential new
65%
30%
65%
35%
40%
40%
10%
55%
35%
10%
30%
10%
20%
40%
$1,150
$500
$650
$350
$150
$2,800
5%
10%
50
45
5%
Company Overview
N.A. >75% renovation


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Resilient
Flooring
19%
Wood
Flooring
2%
Building
Products
(Ceilings)
79%
Cabinets
0%
Business Segment Profile
Building Products delivers the bulk of worldwide income and has
remained profitable through the economic cycle.
2010 EBITDA
Adjusted
Excludes unallocated corporate expense
Company Overview


9
Industry Structure/Competitive Position
U.S. Resilient
European
Resilient
Hardwood
Building  
Products
Cabinets
Market Leadership
Competitor Concentration
Industry Capacity Utilization
Low-Cost Manufacturer
Armstrong continuously focused on competitive dynamics.
Key
Favorable
Neutral
Unfavorable
Company Overview


Business Segment Overview


11
Worldwide Business Overview –
Building Products
Worldwide market leader in suspended ceilings.
Business Segment Overview -
Building Products
North America
Mkt
Size
(B ft
2
)
AWI
Rank
Commercial
1.4
1
Residential
0.4
1
Europe, Africa, Middle-
East
Mkt
Size
(B ft
2
)
AWI
Rank
Western
1.2
1
Eastern
0.5
1
Africa / Mid-
East
0.3
1
Asia, Australia
Mkt
Size
(B ft
2
)
AWI
Rank
China
0.2
1
Australia
0.04
1
India
0.05
1
SE Asia
0.08
1


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ABP Key Strategies
1
Broadest Product Portfolio
Complete product offering
New product pipeline (Metal, Wood)
Win versus soft fiber in Europe
2
Emerging Market Growth
Plant #2 in China
Distribution in Russia, Middle East
Grid plant in India
Business Segment Overview -
Building Products
4
Best-in-Class Service/Quality
Best on-time delivery performance
Lowest claims rate
Best product availability
3
Innovation Leadership
“Sustainability”
leadership
Custom solutions (Metal, Wood)
Recycling program


13
Building Products (ABP) Sales by Geography
695
362
$115
0
200
400
600
800
Americas
Europe
Asia
($-Millions)
Contribution of WAVE JV Profit to Operating Margin
4%
Worldwide EBITDA Margin
25%
New product development and manufacturing
technology managed globally.
Business Segment Overview -
Building Products
Global market leader
Broadest Product Line
Innovation
Go-to-Market
Best cost, quality, service
>90% sales commercial
Grid –
50/50 joint venture
Ceilings & Grid


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Worldwide Business Overview –
Floor Products *
Business Segment Overview -
Worldwide Floor Products
Global presence with market leadership in most regions.
Asia, Australia
Mkt
Size
(B ft
2
)
AWI
Rank
China
0.4
2
Australia
0.1
2
India
0.01
1
SE Asia
0.1
1
Europe, Africa,
Middle-East
Mkt
Size
(B ft
2
)
AWI
Rank
Central
0.3
1
Eastern /
Africa /
Mid-East
0.3
5
Western
Europe
0.9
3-5
North America
Mkt
Size
(B ft
2
)
AWI
Rank
Commercial
1.0
1
Residential
2.0
1
Wood
0.6
1
* Market figures exclude segments in which we do not participate.


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AFP Key Strategies
Business Segment Overview -
Worldwide Floor Products
1
Best Product Portfolio
Offer broadest assortment
Drive mix
Quality leadership
2
Complete Market Coverage
Brand leadership
Merchandising presence
Sales coverage effectiveness
3
Low-Cost Manufacturing
Lean deployment
Capability investment, e.g., glass,
wood automation
Rationalize footprint
4
Innovation Leadership
Environmental solutions
Design, performance, and
installation
5
Drive China Growth
Focus on market development
Plant investments to support
growth
6
Restructure Europe
Exit Residential
Simplify Commercial participation
Cost-out …
plant and SG&A


16
Floor Products (AFP) Sales by Geography
474
654
364
91
0
200
400
600
800
Americas
Americas
Europe
Asia
($-Millions)
Worldwide Adjusted EBITDA Margin
excluding Europe
5%
7%
Continued profitability through bottom of residential downturn.
Business Segment Overview -
Worldwide Floor Products
Resilient & Wood
Wood
Worldwide
Resilient


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European Floor Products
Linoleum
37%
Vinyl
34%
Other
16%
Vinyl
13%
Commercial
87%
2010
Sales
$364M
Operating Loss
(1)
$  19M
Business Segment Overview -
European Floor Products
(1)
Excludes restructuring expense
Challenges
Tough markets …
Western Europe
Scale disadvantage in manufacturing and SG&A
Outdated manufacturing processes in all but
linoleum
Solution
Exited Residential segment
Simplified Commercial business …
country and
product participation
Close Teesside Plant (complete) and Holmsund
(Q2, 2011)
SG&A restructuring …
38% decrease in headcount
Committed to eliminating loss in 2011.
Residential
13%


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Cabinets
Small player…<5% share
Focus on small-/medium-size builder
Go-to-Market
Current Situation
2010 Sales  =  $139M
Niche player…
both new and remodel
Restructure costs to reflect market reality
Non-core business
Strategy
Remodel
45%
New
55%
% of Sales
Company-Owned
Service Centers
51%
Distribution
27%
Multi-Family
22%
Business Segment Overview -
Cabinets


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Cabinets
Small player…<5% share
Focus on small-/medium-size builder
Go-to-Market
Current Situation
2010 Sales  =  $139M
Niche player …
both new and remodel
Restructure costs to reflect market reality
Non-core business
Strategy
Remodel
45%
New
55%
% of Sales
Company-Owned
Service Centers
51%
Distribution
27%
Multi-Family
22%
Business Segment Overview -
Cabinets


Financial Overview


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Profitable and cash flow positive through downturn
Focus on cost control / productivity
Strong free cash flow
ROIC greater than cost of capital in 2013, with new home starts at
one million
Continuing to fully invest in businesses
Strong balance sheet: leverage, liquidity and maturity profile
Positioned for considerable operational leverage on modest market
recovery
Financial Summary
Financial Overview


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$270
$160
$170
$85
$55
($5)
($385)
($30)
2006 Actual
Price / Mix
Volume
Raw
Materials /
Energy
Mfg Costs
SG&A
WAVE
2009 Actual
(Millions)
Figures rounded to nearest $5 million
Financial Overview
Cost reduction and improved price / mix significantly offset
dramatic volume declines.
Operating Income Bridge (2006-2009)


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$157
$188
$15
$48
$20
$5
($26)
( $31)
2009
Price / Mix
Volume
Raw
Materials /
Energy
Mfg Costs
SG&A
WAVE
2010 Mgmt
Acct
(Millions)
Figures rounded to nearest $1 million
Financial Overview
Cost reduction offsets volume and input cost headwinds.
Operating Income Bridge (2009-2010)


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315
225
100
(75)
($200)
($100)
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
LCs
Securitization
Revolver
Cash
Balance Sheet
12/31/2010
(2%)
(14%)
Financial Overview
$565
(Millions)
Maturity Profile
No significant maturities until 2015
Considerable covenant flexibility
Liquidity
Sufficient liquidity to manage
operations, and execute capital
spend and restructuring plans


Financial Overview Appendix


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Key Metrics
(1)
Guidance 2011
Financial Overview Appendix
2011
Estimate Range
2010
Variance
Net Sales
2,800
to
3,000
2,766
1%
to
8%
Operating Income
(2)
255
to
305
189
35%
to
62%
EBITDA
360
to
410
303
19%
to
35%
Earnings Per Share
(3), (4)
$2.04
to
$2.53
$1.73
18%
to
47%
Free Cash Flow
70
to
120
180
(61%)
to
(33%)
(1)
Figures exclude non-recurring items such as charges for cost reduction initiatives, restructuring, etc.
(2)
As reported Operating Income:  $225 -
275 million in 2011 and $81 million 2010.
(3)
Earnings per share reflect an adjusted tax rate of 42% for both 2011 and 2010.
(4)
As reported earnings per share:  $1.85 -
$2.34 in 2011 and $0.19 in 2010.
Guidance provided as of February 28, 2011.
We undertake no obligation to update guidance, beyond what is required by securities law.


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2011 Financial Outlook
Financial Overview Appendix
Raw Material & Energy Inflation
$35 -
$45 million increase
Manufacturing Productivity
Gross Margin +100 to +200 bps vs. 2010
U.S. Pension Credit
~$25 million, down ~$25 million vs. 2010
60% manufacturing, 40% SG&A
Earnings from WAVE
$5 -
$10 million vs. 2010
Cash Taxes/ETR
~$15 million. Adjusted ETR of 42%
Q1
Sales $640 –
$705 million
EBITDA $72 –
$88 million
Capital Spending
~$180-$200 million
Exclusions from  EBITDA
~$18 -
27 million associated with already
announced actions


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Full Year 2010 –
Adjusted Operating Income to
Reported Net Income
Financial Overview Appendix
2010
2009
V
Operating
Income
Adjusted
(1)
$188
$157
$31
Foreign Exchange Movements
2
-
2
Laminate Duty Refund
7
-
7
Cost Reduction Initiatives
(50)
(16)
(34)
Asset Impairments
(31)
(18)
(13)
Restructuring
(22)
-
(22)
Executive Transition
(15)
-
(15)
Gain on Settlement of Note Receivable
2
-
2
Accelerated Vesting
-
(32)
32
Operating
Income
As
Reported
$81
$91
($10)
Interest (Expense) Income
(14)
(16)
2
EBT
$67
$75
($8)
Tax (Expense) Benefit
(56)
3
(59)
Net Income
$11
$78
($67)
(1)
Figures exclude non-recurring items such as charges for cost reduction initiatives, restructuring, etc. Figures also exclude the impact of foreign
exchange movements.


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Normalized Operating Income to Free Cash Flow
Financial Overview Appendix
2011
Estimate Range
Adjusted Operating Income
255
to
305
D&A
105
Adjusted EBITDA
360
to
410
Changes in Working Capital
10
to
30
Capex
(180)
to
(200)
Pension Credit
(25)
Interest Expense
(50)
Cash Taxes
(15)
Other, including cash payments for
restructuring and one-time items
(30)
Free Cash Flow
70
to
120


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Consolidated Results
Financial Overview Appendix
Fourth Quarter
2010
Reported
Comparability
(1)
Adjustments
FX
(2)
Adj
2010
Adjusted
2009
Reported
Comparability
(1)
Adjustments
FX
(2)
Adj
2009
Adjusted
Net Sales
643
-
9
652
653
-
4
657
Operating Income
(30)
50
(1)
19
(2)
27
-
26
EPS
($0.36)
$0.48
($0.01)
$0.11
($0.07)
$0.30
$ -
$0.23
Full Year 2010
2010
Reported
Comparability
(1)
Adjustments
FX
(2)
Adj
2010
Adjusted
2009
Reported
Comparability
(1)
Adjustments
FX
(2)
Adj
2009
Adjusted
Net Sales
2,766
-
66
2,833
2,780
-
73
2,853
Operating Income
81
108
(2)
188
91
65
1
157
EPS
$0.19
$1.55
($0.02)
$1.72
$1.36
$0.07
$0.01
$1.44
(1)
See earnings press release and 10-K for additional detail on comparability adjustments
(2)
Eliminates impact of foreign exchange movements


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Segment Operating Income (Loss)
Financial Overview Appendix
(1)
Eliminates impact of foreign exchange movements and non-recurring items; see earnings press release and 10-K for additional detail.
Fourth Quarter
2010
Reported
Comparability
(1)
Adjustments
2010
Adjusted
2009
Reported
Comparability
(1)
Adjustments
2009
Adjusted
Resilient Flooring
(2)
3
1
(7)
2
(4)
Wood Flooring
(32)
28
(4)
(10)
20
10
Building Products
16
16
32
24
-
24
Cabinets
(1)
-
(1)
(8)
5
(3)
Unallocated Corporate
(Expense) Income
(12)
(3)
(9)
-
-
-
Full Year 2010
2010
Reported
Comparability
(1)
Adjustments
2010
Adjusted
2009
Reported
Comparability
(1)
Adjustments
2009
Adjusted
Resilient Flooring
13
18
31
-
6
7
Wood Flooring
(46)
39
(7)
(6)
20
14
Building Products
171
27
198
156
1
157
Cabinets
(6)
-
(6)
(18)
6
(12)
Unallocated Corporate
(Expense) Income
(51)
23
(28)
(41)
32
(9)


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Cash Flow
Financial Overview Appendix
Fourth Quarter
Full Year
($-millions)
2010
2009
2010
2009
Net Cash From Operations
49
82
190
260
Plus / (Minus) Net Cash from Investing
(37)
(29)
(41)
(41)
Add back / (subtract):
Restricted Cash
30
-
30
-
Divestitures
1
-
1
(8)
Equals Free Cash Flow
43
53
180
211