Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Trust, Exposure & Compensation

Armstrong World Industries manufactured building materials, including insulation and floor tiles. The company used asbestos in certain products to enhance durability, heat resistance, and insulating properties.

After facing thousands of asbestos lawsuits, Armstrong World Industries filed for bankruptcy and established the Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust to compensate asbestos victims.

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If you or a loved one developed mesothelioma or another asbestos disease after exposure to Armstrong World Industries asbestos products, an asbestos attorney at Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen (ELSM) can help you file an Armstrong World Industries asbestos trust claim.

Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Trust At a Glance

• The Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust was established in 2006 and has paid more than $3.136 billion in claim settlements to asbestos victims.
• To file an Armstrong asbestos trust claim, the victim must be diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos disease and prove Armstrong World Industries is responsible for the exposure.
• Armstrong asbestos exposure may have occurred during work involving insulation and floor tiles.
• ELSM Law asbestos lawyers will review your case to determine your eligibility and file an Armstrong World Industries asbestos claim on your behalf.

Understanding the Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust Fund

In 2000, Armstrong World Industries (AWI) filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania confirmed the company’s bankruptcy reorganization plan on August 18, 2006.

The Armstrong World Industries, Inc. Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust was established on October 2, 2006, and began accepting asbestos-related claims on May 14, 2007. The asbestos trust was initially funded with approximately $2.06 billion. It compensates victims using a payment percentage system designed to preserve money for future claims.

More than 417,500 Armstrong World Industries asbestos claims have been paid since the inception of the asbestos trust fund. The Delaware Claims Processing Facility, LLC continues to pay asbestos claims today.

In 2025, the Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust:

• Paid approximately 19,930 asbestos claims.
• Paid approximately $69.4 million to asbestos victims.
• Reported approximately $1.62 million in settled but unpaid claims.
• Reported approximately $662.05 million in total assets.

Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Trust Payment Percentage

The current Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Trust payment percentage is 10.8%. The scheduled value for an Armstrong World Industries mesothelioma claim filed under the Expedited Review is $110,000.

At a payment percentage of 10.8%, an Armstrong World Industries mesothelioma claim filed under the Expedited Review process can be expected to receive the standard scheduled value payment of $11,880.

Determining Review Process for Armstrong Asbestos Trust Claims

When filing an Armstrong asbestos claim, an experienced asbestos lawyer will determine the appropriate review process to maximize claim compensation. Payments may vary depending on factors including claimant’s age, diagnosis, exposure history, economic loss, and the law firm’s prior settlement history.

Claim review options include:

• Expedited Review (ER): An ER claim undergoes the standard review process to confirm it meets all requirements outlined in the Trust Distribution Procedures to receive the applicable standard value payment.
• Individual Review (IR): An IR claim undergoes a thorough evaluation to determine the individual liquidated value that may be higher or lower than the scheduled value for the applicable disease level. IR filing is required for certain lung cancer claims, secondary exposure cases, or when trust criteria is not met.

An asbestos attorney at Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen will evaluate the claimant’s case and file a mesothelioma claim on their behalf.

Armstrong World Industries’ Role in Asbestos Exposure

Armstrong Cork Company, later known as Armstrong World Industries, was founded in 1860 as a two-man cork-cutting shop in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and grew into one of the world’s largest cork suppliers.

Throughout the 20^th century, Armstrong diversified through acquisitions and product development. The company became a leading manufacturer of flooring products, ceiling tiles, insulation, and other building materials. Until the 1980s, Armstrong manufactured and distributed asbestos-containing products, which exposed some workers to hazardous asbestos fibers over time.

Key events in Armstrong World Industries’ asbestos history include:

• 1909: Armstrong introduced linoleum flooring.
• 1929: The company’s headquarters were relocated from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
• 1958: Armstrong Cork Company formed Armstrong Contracting and Supply Corporation as a subsidiary.
• 1962: Armstrong obtained an exclusive U.S. license from Turner & Newall to distribute and apply Limpet sprayed asbestos insulation. This relationship later contributed to Armstrong’s asbestos liabilities.
• 1973: In Borel v. Fibreboard Paper Products Corp., a landmark case involving multiple asbestos manufacturers, including Armstrong World Industries, the court set a legal precedent holding asbestos manufacturers liable for failing to warn workers about asbestos exposure. The case involved an insulation worker diagnosed with asbestosis and mesothelioma.
• 1980: Armstrong Cork Company changed its name to Armstrong World Industries, Inc.
• 1980s-1990s: Armstrong faced tens of thousands of mesothelioma lawsuits.
• 1991: In Miller v. Armstrong World Industries, Inc, a former insulator alleged that exposure to asbestos-containing products caused his asbestosis. The court ruled that discovery of one asbestos-related condition did not automatically start the statute of limitations for a separate asbestos disease.
• 2000: Armstrong World Industries filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to address thousands of pending asbestos claims.
• 2006: The Armstrong World Industries, Inc. Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust was established to process and pay asbestos claims.

Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Products

From the 1930s through the 1980s, Armstrong World Industries manufactured a variety of asbestos-containing products, including spray insulation, vinyl floor tiles, ceiling tiles, adhesives, gasket materials, acoustic cement, and other building materials. These products were widely used in commercial construction, residential renovation, factories, shipyards, and other industrial settings. Asbestos was often incorporated into these products to improve durability, insulation, and heat resistance.

Armstrong World Industries manufactured the following asbestos products, many of which contained asbestos during certain periods of production:

Who Was Most At-Risk for Asbestos Exposure?

Individuals who worked directly with Armstrong World Industries asbestos products were at risk of asbestos exposure. Family members who had regular contact with these workers may have experienced secondary asbestos exposure through asbestos fibers brought home by those individuals. Such asbestos exposure can increase the risk of developing different types of mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases.

Occupational Exposure

Armstrong employees and tradesmen who installed or removed asbestos-containing flooring and insulation materials, as well as individuals who worked around these products in poorly ventilated areas, may have been exposed to asbestos.

Even as evidence of asbestos-related health risks increased, tradesmen were not warned or given proper protective equipment when handling Armstrong World Industries asbestos products.

Occupations at greater risk of Armstrong World Industries asbestos exposure include:

Home Renovation Exposure

Homeowners and tradesmen performing remodeling work in residential homes were often exposed to Armstrong asbestos floor tiles. Cutting, sanding, installing, and removing these Armstrong asbestos tiles released asbestos fibers, which could be inhaled by the installer or tile remover.

Secondary Asbestos Exposure

Tradesmen who worked directly with asbestos-containing insulation or Armstrong asbestos tiles may have unknowingly put family members at risk of secondary asbestos exposure by carrying asbestos fibers home on their clothing, shoes, and hair. This exposure occurred through direct contact with the occupationally exposure person (OEP) covered in asbestos dust and from handling asbestos-contaminated clothing.

If you believe your mesothelioma diagnosis is related to secondary exposure, you may be eligible to file an Armstrong World Industries asbestos trust claim.

Understanding Your Legal Right to Compensation

Filing an Armstrong World Industries mesothelioma claim with the Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust requires specific documentation that complies with the Trust Distribution Procedures and filing deadlines.

An asbestos lawyer at ELSM will:

• Review your medical records to assess your Armstrong asbestos claim eligibility.
• Collect your employment history to identify Armstrong asbestos exposure.
• Connect your work history to known Armstrong jobsites or obtain written testimony confirming asbestos product exposure associated with Armstrong World Industries.
• File your Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Trust claim correctly with the required documentation.
• Monitor Armstrong asbestos claim status and contact the Trust administrators to ensure timely progress.

With decades of experience handling asbestos trust claims, ELSM Law will guide victims throughout the Armstrong World Industries claim filing process and is dedicated to helping clients secure the compensation they deserve. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Armstrong ceiling tiles contain asbestos?

Armstrong World Industries was a major manufacturer of various building materials, including a wide array of ceiling tiles. Certain Armstrong ceiling tile product lines contained asbestos during specific periods of manufacture.

Can a family member file an Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Trust claim?

Yes, family members may file a mesothelioma claim after death of loved one who had exposure to Armstrong asbestos floor tiles and other Armstrong asbestos products. Family members who have experienced secondary asbestos exposure and were diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung cancer may qualify to file an Armstrong asbestos claim.

How much compensation can I receive through the Armstrong World Industries Asbestos Trust?

An ELSM Law asbestos lawyer will determine the appropriate review process to file your Armstrong World Industries asbestos claim. A mesothelioma claim could receive a settlement between $11,880 and $43,200 based on the current Armstrong World Industries asbestos trust payment percentage.

How long do I have to file a claim with the Armstrong Asbestos Trust?

The deadline to file an Armstrong asbestos trust claim depends on the statute of limitations and the Trust’s filing rules. In general, claims based on a diagnosis before December 6, 2000 had to be filed by February 14, 2011. Claims based on a diagnosis on or after December 6, 2000 generally had to be filed within three years of the diagnosis or within three years of February 14, 2008 (the Initial Claim Filing Date), whichever was later. An ELSM Law asbestos attorney will review your case and determine the correct filing deadline to ensure your Armstrong asbestos claim is submitted on time.