ASTM F1037-18

Standard Test Method for Visual Rating of Appearance of Resilient Floors

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 Ratings are developed by some subjective or comparative evaluation criteria, or both, of a sample(s) to some reference criteria or when compared to a control sample. These parameters generally include change in gloss, color, surface texture, alterations to pattern and possibly restorability of appearance with normal maintenance procedures, including the use of finishes or buffing. Rating is done by a qualified individual or preferably by a panel of qualified observers under specified lighting conditions in accordance with prescribed procedures.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method is intended to provide a numerical rating system for classification of resilient floors during the various stages of their wear life in relation to their condition, as perceived by a knowledgeable user.  
1.2 This test method is intended to allow comparison between two or more samples or groups of samples for differences in visual appearance.  
1.3 This method provides recommended viewing conditions and lighting for rating visual differences between samples or groups of samples.  
1.4 This method can be utilized to evaluate change in visual appearance before and after some specified test condition exposure, for example, in service wear due to foot traffic, or other tests where change in appearance might occur.  
1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.  
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.7 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.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 31-Dec-2017
• ICS: 97.150 - Floor coverings
• Technical Committee: F06 - Resilient Floor Coverings
• Drafting Committee: F06.20 - Test Methods

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation: F1037 − 18
Standard Test Method for
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Visual Rating of Appearance of Resilient Floors
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1037; 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 2. Referenced Documents
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1.1 This test method is intended to provide a numerical 2.1 ASTM Standards:
rating system for classification of resilient floors during the D1436 Test Methods for Application of Emulsion Floor
various stages of their wear life in relation to their condition, as Polishes to Substrates for Testing Purposes
perceived by a knowledgeable user. F141 Terminology Relating to Resilient Floor Coverings
1.2 This test method is intended to allow comparison
3. Terminology
between two or more samples or groups of samples for
3.1 See Terminology F141 for general Resilient terms and
differences in visual appearance.
definitions, in addition to the more specific terms that have
1.3 This method provides recommended viewing conditions
been defined below.
and lighting for rating visual differences between samples or
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
groups of samples.
3.2.1 appearance, n—the collected visual aspects regarding
1.4 This method can be utilized to evaluate change in visual
the flooring material’s surface, including color, texture, gloss,
appearance before and after some specified test condition
etc.
exposure, for example, in service wear due to foot traffic, or
3.2.2 color, perceived, n—attribute of visual perception that
other tests where change in appearance might occur.
can be described by color names, such as white, gray, black,
1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
yellow, brown, red, purple, etc., as this practice utilizes the
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
term it is more of a visible color difference between two
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
adjacent areas or samples.
and are not considered standard.
3.2.3 gloss, n—a level of shiny or lustrous appearance
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the
resulting from the tendency of a flooring surface to reflect light
safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the
at one angle more than at others. Resilient flooring surface
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
gloss may range from very low (dull) to very high (shiny).
priate safety, health, and environmental health practices and
3.2.4 qualified panel, n—individual(s) who participate in
determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to
comparative evaluation of a sample’s appearance change, that
use.
represent the spectrum of having familiarity with the product,
1.7 This international standard was developed in accor-
familiarity with maintenance of the product, and familiarity
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
with the product’s use; sometimes referred to as a knowledge-
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
able user.
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
3.2.5 surface scratches, n—deterioration of a product’s
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
surface texture and appearance due to abrasive wear exposure.
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
3.2.6 surface texture—Multi-level dimensioning of the
flooring surface, which can be natural or artificially generated,
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ThistestmethodisunderthejurisdictionofASTMCommitteeF06onResilient
Floor Coverings and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F06.20 on Test
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Methods. For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2018. Published February 2018. Originally contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
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approved in 1987. Last previous edition approved in 2016 as F1037–10 (2016) . Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
DOI: 10.1520/F1037-18. the ASTM website.
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thatprovidesaestheticorfunctionaluseattributes,forexample, 6. Reagent
mechanical or chemical embossing.
6.1 Cleaning Solution, shall be neutral cleaner as recom-
mended by the flooring manufacturer and shall be prepared in
4. Significance and Use
sufficient quantity in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
4.1 Ratings are developed by some subjective or compara-
tive evaluation criteria, or both, of a samp
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Designation: F1037 − 10 (Reapproved 2016) F1037 − 18
Standard Test Method for
Visual Rating of Appearance of Resilient Floors After In-
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Service Exposure to Foot Traffic
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1037; 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.
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ε NOTE—Editorial changes were made in June 2016.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method is intended to provide a numerical rating system for classification of resilient floors during the various
stages of their wear life in relation to their condition, as perceived by a knowledgeable user.
1.2 This test method is intended to allow comparison between two or more samples or groups of samples for differences in
visual appearance.
1.3 This method provides recommended viewing conditions and lighting for rating visual differences between samples or groups
of samples.
1.4 This method can be utilized to evaluate change in visual appearance before and after some specified test condition exposure,
for example, in service wear due to foot traffic, or other tests where change in appearance might occur.
1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety safety, health, and environmental health practices and determine the
applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.7 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
F141 Terminology Relating to Resilient Floor Coverings
3. Terminology
3.1 See Terminology F141 for general Resilient terms and definitions, in addition to the more specific terms that have been
defined below.
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 surface texture—surface imperfections such as deep scratches, indents, or changes in embossing texture.
3.2.1 appearance, n—the collected visual aspects regarding the flooring material’s surface, including color, texture, gloss, etc.
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F06 on Resilient Floor Coverings and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F06.30 on Test Methods
- Performance.
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2010Jan. 1, 2018. Published May 2016February 2018. Originally approved in 1987. Last previous edition approved in 20102016 as
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F1037–10. –10 (2016) . DOI: 10.1520/F1037-10R15E01.10.1520/F1037-18.
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volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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3.2.2 color, perceived, n—attribute of visual perception that can be described by color names, such as white, gray, black, yellow,
brown, red, purple, etc., as this practice utilizes the term it is more of a visible color difference between two adjacent areas or
samples.
3.2.3 gloss, n—a level of shiny or lustrous appearance resulting from the tendency of a flooring surface to reflect light at one
angle more than at others. Resilient flooring surface gloss may range from very low (dull) to very high (shiny).
3.2.4 qualified panel, n—individual(s) who participate in comparative evaluation of a sample’s appearance change, that
represent the spectrum of having familia
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