EN 13845:2017
(Main)Resilient floor coverings - Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings with particle based enhanced slip resistance - Specification
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies the characteristics of floor coverings with sustainable enhanced slip resistant characteristics under specified conditions based on polyvinyl chloride and modifications thereof, supplied in either tile or roll form.
To encourage the consumer to make an informed choice, this European Standard includes a classification system (see EN ISO 10874) based on intensity of use, which shows where resilient floor coverings should give satisfactory service.
In addition, this European Standard details the requirements for the information to be included on the packaging labels.
The slip measurements are made in a laboratory on ex-factory floor covering surfaces only. The method described is suitable for testing on wet surfaces.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 01-Aug-2017
- Withdrawal Date
- 27-Feb-2018
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 134 - Resilient and textile floor coverings
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 134/WG 7 - Resilient floor coverings
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 14-Jul-2024
- Completion Date
- 17-Sep-2026
Overview
EN 13845:2017 - Resilient floor coverings - Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) floor coverings with particle‑based enhanced slip resistance - Specification - is a European Standard from CEN that defines performance, testing and marking requirements for PVC floor coverings (tiles or rolls) designed to provide sustainable enhanced slip resistance in wet conditions. The standard addresses ex‑factory surfaces only and is suitable for testing slip resistance on wet surfaces.
Key topics and requirements
- Scope and product type
- Applies to PVC and modified PVC floor coverings with particle‑based enhanced slip resistance (identifiable aggregates or particles embedded in the wear surface).
- Covers both roll and tile formats.
- Slip resistance
- Slip measurements are laboratory tests on ex‑factory surfaces; methods include the ramp (ramp test) and the pendulum friction test (see Annex C and CEN/TS 16165:2016).
- Tests can be performed for barefoot or footwear use.
- Performance classification
- Uses the EN ISO 10874 classification scheme (levels of use: domestic, commercial, industrial) to help consumers and specifiers match products to intensity of use.
- Tableed wear‑resistance cycles and minimum thicknesses are specified for different classes (examples in the standard: 20 000 to 50 000 Frick‑Taber cycles for various classes).
- Technical properties & tests
- Dimensional stability, thickness (EN ISO 24346), indentation (EN ISO 24343‑1), flexibility (EN ISO 24344), colour fastness (EN ISO 105‑B02), seam strength (EN 684), castor chair resistance (EN 425) and wear resistance (EN 660‑2 Frick‑Taber) are referenced.
- Marking and labelling
- Packaging must state the standard number/date, manufacturer, product name, colour/batch, classification symbols, dimensions, installation notes (e.g., rolls to be fully bonded), and slip resistance classification.
Applications and practical value
- Use EN 13845:2017 to specify and verify PVC safety flooring for wet‑loaded areas such as kitchens, washrooms, changing rooms, pool surrounds and other public/industrial wet zones.
- Enables informed material selection by comparing slip resistance, wear life, and classification against expected traffic and use conditions.
- Ensures consistent testing and labelling so building owners, architects, installers and procurement teams can assess suitability for barefoot vs footwear zones.
Who should use this standard
- Flooring manufacturers and product developers (for design and compliance)
- Test laboratories (for conducting ramp/pendulum and wear tests)
- Architects, specifiers and safety managers (for product selection)
- Facility managers and procurement teams (for procurement and asset management)
- Installers (for installation requirements noted on labels)
Related standards
- EN ISO 10874 - Classification of floor coverings
- CEN/TS 16165:2016 - Slip resistance evaluation methods
- EN 660‑2 (Frick‑Taber) - Wear resistance
- EN ISO 24346, EN ISO 24343‑1, EN ISO 23997, EN 425, EN 684 - dimensional, indentation, mass, castor chair and seam tests
Using EN 13845:2017 helps ensure PVC safety flooring meets harmonized European requirements for slip resistance, durability and clear labelling - key for safer wet areas and compliant procurement.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 19-Jun-2013
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Refers
EN ISO 16906:2024 - Resilient floor coverings - Determination of seam strength (ISO 16906:2015) - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Refers
CEN/TS 16165:2016 - Determination of slip resistance of pedestrian surfaces - Methods of evaluation - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Refers
EN ISO 24346:2012 - Resilient floor coverings - Determination of overall thickness (ISO 24346:2006) - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Refers
EN ISO 23997:2012 - Resilient floor coverings - Determination of mass per unit area (ISO 23997:2007) - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 13845:2017 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Resilient floor coverings - Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings with particle based enhanced slip resistance - Specification". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the characteristics of floor coverings with sustainable enhanced slip resistant characteristics under specified conditions based on polyvinyl chloride and modifications thereof, supplied in either tile or roll form. To encourage the consumer to make an informed choice, this European Standard includes a classification system (see EN ISO 10874) based on intensity of use, which shows where resilient floor coverings should give satisfactory service. In addition, this European Standard details the requirements for the information to be included on the packaging labels. The slip measurements are made in a laboratory on ex-factory floor covering surfaces only. The method described is suitable for testing on wet surfaces.
This European Standard specifies the characteristics of floor coverings with sustainable enhanced slip resistant characteristics under specified conditions based on polyvinyl chloride and modifications thereof, supplied in either tile or roll form. To encourage the consumer to make an informed choice, this European Standard includes a classification system (see EN ISO 10874) based on intensity of use, which shows where resilient floor coverings should give satisfactory service. In addition, this European Standard details the requirements for the information to be included on the packaging labels. The slip measurements are made in a laboratory on ex-factory floor covering surfaces only. The method described is suitable for testing on wet surfaces.
EN 13845:2017 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 97.150 - Floor coverings. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 13845:2017 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 13845:2005, EN 660-2:1999, EN ISO 105-B02:2014, EN ISO 24342:2024, EN ISO 24343-1:2012, EN ISO 16906:2024, EN ISO 24341:2012, CEN/TS 16165:2016, EN ISO 4918:2021, EN ISO 24346:2012, EN ISO 23997:2012, EN ISO 23999:2025, EN ISO 10874:2012, EN ISO 24344:2012, EN 12466:1998. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Elastische Bodenbeläge - Polyvinylchlorid-Bodenbeläge mit erhöhtem Gleitwiderstand - SpezifikationRevêtements de sol résilients - Revêtements de sol en chlorure de polyvinyle à résistance accrue au glissement - SpécificationResilient floor coverings - Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings with particle based enhanced slip resistance - Specification97.150Talne oblogeFloor coveringsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 13845:2017SIST EN 13845:2017en,fr,de01-oktober-2017SIST EN 13845:2017SLOVENSKI
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Optional properties . 11 Annex B (informative)
Additional methods of test . 12 Annex C (normative)
Determination of slip resistance . 13 C.1 Scope . 13 C.2 Referenced documents . 13 C.3 Principle . 13 C.4 Operator . 13 C.5 Test footwear . 13 C.6 Apparatus . 14 C.7 Test fluid . 14 C.8 Test piece . 14 C.9 Procedure. 14 C.10 Evaluation . 15 C.11 Calibration . 15 C.12 Test report . 15 Annex D (normative)
Determination of wear resistance. 16 D.1 Scope . 16 D.2 Principle . 16 D.3 Apparatus . 16 D.4 Test specimen . 16 D.5 Conditioning . 17 D.6 Procedure. 17 D.7 Expression of result . 17 D.8 Test report . 18 Bibliography . 19
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