Our mission was clear — build awareness. Ceilings aren’t what typically come to mind when you think of a consumer packaged good (CPG). But Armstrong ceilings aren’t exactly CPGs. And like others, to move boxes off the shelves, they have to convince consumers that the product solves a need. In this case, that solution is a low effort, low cost and low mess way to cover up what is commonly considered an eyesore and thorn in the side of many homeowners: popcorn ceilings.
Armstrong was offering an effective solution for a real consumer need. The problem was most of our target consumers (40+ year old male and other DIY’ers) had no idea this solution existed. Worse, most weren’t looking for one.
Since our targets were not actively looking for a way to cover their popcorn ceilings, (amp) needed to give them a reason to pay attention to our message. We did that with a tried-and-true approach to winning over an audience — we entertained them.
With the help of Leap, (amp) created two 30-second web videos, each of which feature a quirky, everyman character “fixing” a problem by covering it up, then applying that same logic to his popcorn ceiling. In a few, quick cuts, the ceiling is fixed and our dopey protagonist is now the hero. The message: If this dork can do it, any homeowner can.
The spots were filmed completely in-studio, with custom-built sets and the perfectly casted actors. The tagline summed it all up — Armstrong, the easy way to fix ugly.
WATCH THE VIDEOS
No matter how fun or effective the message is, it can only work if seen. To get the videos seen, (amp) integrated a targeted approach to amplifying its reach through paid search, social media and influencer networks. These branded, awareness-building messages were placed on ThisOldHouse.com, the web companion to the popular TV show. This site was ideal for grabbing the attention of our target audience while in a DIY mindset.
Key influencers also helped promote these videos, giving Armstrong credibility in the décor and inspiration category with an expanded audience consisting of males and females 35+.
KEY TACTICS
The campaign was a huge success by any measure, especially these:
Impressions
Clicks
Video Views
Visits to Site
THE DETAILS
6 Weeks | Total | Goal | % Exceeded |
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Video Played to 25% | 51.35% | 19% | 63% |
Video Played to 50% | 33.69% | 12% | 64% |
Video Played to 75% | 27.83% | 10% | 64% |
Video Played to 100% | 20.71% | 8% | 61% |