Mountville, Pa.—AHF Products launched its latest innovation in flooring solutions: Ingenious Plank. This next-generation hybrid resilient flooring is meant to set a new standard in sustainability, performance and design. Ingenious Plank is launching across several AHF brands including Armstrong Flooring, Bruce and Robbins.
According to AHF, Ingenious Plank embodies its commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility. This solution is 100% PVC-free and devoid of ortho-phthalates, halogens, plasticizers, chlorine and heavy metals. Instead, its core is composed of natural wood fibers encapsulated within a high-performance resin, incorporating renewable raw materials for an eco-friendly solution. It also is 40% lighter than traditional rigid core products for easy handling and installation.
The floors are available in 23 wood visuals in a palette of warm neutral tones intended to bring the colors and textures of the outside world indoors. An attached pad offers enhanced acoustical benefits and adds comfort underfoot. The floor is designed to withstand the demands of family life as well as the wear and tear of light commercial applications.
“Ingenious Plank represents the peak of flooring ingenuity, therefore the name,” said Yon Hinkle, vice president – resilient, AHF Products. “We’ve engineered a product that not only ranks top in industry standards in terms of sustainability, but also delivers unparalleled resilience performance with gorgeous aesthetics. It exemplifies our commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility.”
The key features and benefits of Ingenious Plank include:
- Responsibly made, peak performance: Composed of enhanced natural wood fibers, Ingenious Plank is highly sustainable and PVC-free, said to offer top performance in residential and light commercial settings.
- Eco-friendly and waterproof: Ingenious Plank is not only 100% PVC-free but also 100% waterproof, ensuring durability and longevity while minimizing environmental impact. The core is 100% renewable, 60% recycled content.
- Appealing visuals: Featuring high-fidelity wood visuals in warm neutral tones, the hybrid solution brings the beauty of the outdoors indoors, creating a relaxing and natural ambiance.
- Highly durable and scratch resistant: Engineered to withstand the most challenging environments, this flooring is dent-proof, scratch-resistant and durable to ensure long-lasting performance.
- Enhanced sound performance: With an attached pad for sound absorption, Ingenious Plank offers enhanced acoustic benefits, adding comfort and tranquility to any space.
- Easy Installation: Utilizing a trusted angle lock system, this new innovation ensures easy and secure installation, making it a preferred choice for contractors and DIY enthusiasts alike.