Armstrong expands as sales, earnings decline

LANCASTER, Pa. — Armstrong World Industries reported that Q2 sales fell 25 percent to $203.2 million, while operating income tumbled by 28 percent to $62.4 million. At the same time, the company announced its acquisition of Turf Design, Inc. The Chicago-based firm designs commercial interiors and makes of custom felt ceiling and wall solutions. Its annual revenues amount to some $25 million.