ASTM D3207-17
(Test Method)Standard Test Method for Detergent Resistance of Floor Polish Films
Standard Test Method for Detergent Resistance of Floor Polish Films
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
3.1 This test method is used to determine the relative resistance of floor polishes to detergent scrubbing using the Gardner Straight Line Washability Meter and to separate polishes with poor detergent resistance from those with good detergent resistance. Results are duplicative between laboratories.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers a bench procedure for measuring the detergent resistance properties of floor polishes.
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: D3207 − 17
Standard Test Method for
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Detergent Resistance of Floor Polish Films
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D3207; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 4.2 Applicator—Doctor blade, 50 mm (2-in.) wide and
having a 0.203-mm (0.008-in.) clearance along the bottom
1.1 This test method covers a bench procedure for measur-
edge (see Test Methods D1436).
ing the detergent resistance properties of floor polishes.
4.3 Test Flooring Substrates—Official Vinyl Composition
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the
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Tile (OVCT), Black, 304.8 by 304.8 mm (12 by 12 in.).
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
4.4 Volumetric Pipet—A 1-mL pipet graduated in 0.2-mL
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
units.
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
4.5 Hog Bristle Brush—Aluminum block, 89 by 38-mm
1.3 This international standard was developed in accor-
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(3 ⁄2 by 1 ⁄2-in.) hog bristle brush with 19-mm ( ⁄4-in.) bristles.
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
Soak in detergent solution (see 5.1) for a minimum of 1 h prior
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
to test.
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
4.6 Cellulose Sponge—Cut to fit the Gardner brush holder.
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
The sponge is to be used for household floor polishes only.
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
5. Reagent
2. Referenced Documents
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5.1 Detergent Solution at Use Concentration:
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D1436 Test Methods for Application of Emulsion Floor Tetrasodium pyrophosphate (TSPP) 0.25 %
Tetrapotassium pyrophosphate (TKPP) 0.25 %
Polishes to Substrates for Testing Purposes
Octyl phenol + 10 moles ethylene oxide (OPE)0.38%
10
Sodium hydroxide 0.03 %
3. Significance and Use 5
Surfactant QS44 (80 %) or equivalent 0.15 %
Distilled or deionized water 98.94 %
3.1 This test method is used to determine the relative
resistance of floor polishes to detergent scrubbing using the
6. Sample
Gardner Straight Line Washability Meter and to separate
6.1 The sample used for test purposes shall be completely
polishes with poor detergent resistance from those with good
representative of the material in question.
detergent resistance. Results are duplicative between laborato-
ries.
7. Procedure
4. Apparatus 7.1 Preparation of Test Surface—Clean the test tiles with a
good polish stripper and steel wool. Rinse thoroughly with
4.1 Washability Apparatus—The Gardner straight line
3 water and dry at room temperature.
washability machine.
7.2 Floor Finish Application—Apply in duplicate as shown
in the template in 6.3, 0.8 mL of test polish A to a 2 by 8-in.
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ThistestmethodisunderthejurisdictionofASTMCommitteeD21onPolishes
section of OVCT (tile must be level to obtain uniform film
and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D21.04 on Performance Tests.
Current edition approved March 1, 2017. Published April 2017. Originally
approved in 1973. Last previous edition approved in 2016 as D3207 – 92 (2016).
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DOI: 10.1520/D3207-17. OVCT tile may be obtained through Armstrong Flooring from various home
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or improvement stores. The following Armstrong tile substrates have been found to
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM perform adequately for this test method: Armstrong Excelon Feature Tile: Black
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on (56790), http://www.armstrong.com/commflooringna/product_details_toolbox_
the ASTM website. magnify.jsp?item_id=47394.
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The sole source of supply of the apparatus known to the committee at this time The sole source of supply of the apparatus known to the committee at this time
is Gardner Laboratory, Inc., P. O. Box 5758, Bethesda, MD. If you are aware of is Union Carbide, 39 Old Ridgebury Rd., Danbury, CT 06817-0001. If you are
alternative suppliers, please provide this information to ASTM Headquarters. Your aware of alternative suppliers, please provide this information toASTM Headquar-
comments will receive careful consideration at a meeting of the responsible ters. Your comments will receive careful consideration at a meeting of the
technical comm
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it may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
Designation: D3207 − 92 (Reapproved 2016) D3207 − 17
Standard Test Method for
1
Detergent Resistance of Floor Polish Films
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D3207; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers a bench procedure for measuring the detergent resistance properties of floor polishes.
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization
established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued
by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
D1436 Test Methods for Application of Emulsion Floor Polishes to Substrates for Testing Purposes
3. Significance and Use
3.1 This test method is used to determine the relative resistance of floor polishes to detergent scrubbing using the Gardner
Straight Line Washability Meter and to separate polishes with poor detergent resistance from those with good detergent resistance.
Results are duplicative between laboratories.
4. Apparatus
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4.1 Washability Apparatus—The Gardner straight line washability machine.
4.2 Applicator—Doctor blade, 50 mm (2-in.) wide and having a 0.203-mm (0.008-in.) clearance along the bottom edge (see Test
Methods D1436).
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4.3 Test Flooring Substrates—Official Vinyl Composition Tile (OVCT), Black, 304.8 by 304.8 mm (12 by 12 in.).
4.4 Volumetric Pipet—A 1-mL pipet graduated in 0.2-mL units.
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4.5 Hog Bristle Brush—Aluminum block, 89 by 38-mm (3 ⁄2 by 1 ⁄2-in.) hog bristle brush with 19-mm ( ⁄4-in.) bristles. Soak
in detergent solution (see 5.1) for a minimum of 1 h prior to test.
4.6 Cellulose Sponge—Cut to fit the Gardner brush holder. The sponge is to be used for household floor polishes only.
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D21 on Polishes and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D21.04 on Performance Tests.
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2016March 1, 2017. Published October 2016April 2017. Originally approved in 1973. Last previous edition approved in 20082016 as
D3207 – 92 (2008).(2016). DOI: 10.1520/D3207-92R16.10.1520/D3207-17.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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The sole source of supply of the apparatus known to the committee at this time is Gardner Laboratory, Inc., P. O. Box 5758, Bethesda, MD. If you are aware of alternative
suppliers, please provide this information to ASTM Headquarters. Your comments will receive careful consideration at a meeting of the responsible technical committee,
which you may attend.
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The sole source of supply of the apparatus known to the committee at this time is Chemical Specialties Manufacturers Assn., 1913 Eye St., NW, Washington, DC 20006.
If you are aware of alternative suppliers, please provide this information to ASTM Headquarters. Your comments will receive careful consideration at a meeting of the
responsible technical committee, which you may attend.OVCT tile may be obtained through Armstrong Flooring from various home improvement stores. The following
Armstrong tile substrates have been found to perform adequately for this test method: Armstrong Excelon Feature Tile: Black (56790), http://www.armstrong.com/
commflooringna/product_details_toolbox_magnify.jsp?item_id=47394.
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5. Reagent
5.1 Detergent Solution at Use Concentration:
Tetrasodium pyrophosphate (TSPP) 0.25 %
Tetrapotassium pyrophosphate (TKPP) 0.25 %
Octyl phenol + 10 moles ethylene oxide (OPE ) 0.38 %
10
Sodium hydroxide 0.03 %
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Surfactant QS44 (80 %) or equivalent 0.15 %
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