EN 14976:2005
(Main)Textiles - Mattress ticking - Specifications and test methods
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies properties, test methods (other than flammability) and minimum requirements for ticking (woven, nonwoven or knitted), suitable for covering mattresses, divans and bed bases which are intended for residential (domestic) use, and for use in the public sector and contract markets.
NOTE Some countries have regulations on the fire behaviour of mattresses and mattress components. These regulations should be observed.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 08-Nov-2005
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-May-2006
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 248 - Textiles and textile products
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 248 - Textiles and textile products
- Current Stage
- 9020 - Submission to 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 15-Jul-2026
- Completion Date
- 15-Jul-2026
Overview
EN 14976:2005 - Textiles - Mattress Ticking - Specifications and Test Methods is a European Standard developed by CEN (European Committee for Standardization). This standard outlines the essential properties, test methods (excluding flammability), and minimum requirements for mattress ticking fabrics. Mattress ticking refers to woven, nonwoven, or knitted fabrics used as the primary covering for mattresses, divans, and bed bases designed for both residential and public/contract markets. By following EN 14976:2005, manufacturers, suppliers, and testing organizations can ensure that mattress covers meet quality and performance expectations across Europe.
Key Topics
- Scope of Application: Applicable to mattress coverings for domestic and commercial environments, including public sector facilities and hotels.
- Material Types: Covers woven, knitted, and nonwoven fabrics for mattress covers.
- Physical Properties: Specifies requirements for width, length, mass per unit area, tensile strength, tear resistance, seam slippage, and bursting strength.
- Color Fastness: Evaluates how fabric withstands wet and dry rubbing, perspiration (acid and alkaline), washing, and exposure to artificial light.
- Dimensional Stability: Addresses changes after washing and drying, crucial for washable fabrics.
- Manufacturer Obligations: Details on marking, labeling, and packaging requirements, including identification, fiber composition, care instructions, and roll information.
- Factory Control Alternatives: Provides guidance on in-factory verification of roll length and fabric flexing/bias.
- Safety Note: Excludes flammability - compliance with local fire regulations is required.
Applications
EN 14976:2005 is utilized by:
- Mattress Manufacturers: To specify and ensure the quality of ticking fabrics used in product lines for residential and contract use such as hotels, hostels, and hospitals.
- Textile Suppliers: To produce and supply compliant woven, nonwoven, or knitted materials for the bedding industry.
- Testing Laboratories: For conformity assessment and performance evaluation of mattress tickings against specific criteria including:
- Mass per unit area
- Strength (tensile, tearing, bursting)
- Color fastness under various conditions
- Dimensional stability for washable tickings
- Procurement and Retailers: To specify performance-based requirements when sourcing mattress materials for assurance of durability, comfort, and regulatory compliance.
- Quality Assurance and Control: Factory production control procedures and assessment protocols are detailed for manufacturers.
Mattress ticking fabrics conforming to this standard ensure reliable performance, consistency, and suitability for heavy commercial use, reducing product failures and complaints.
Related Standards
Fabrics and their performance are also governed by several related standards, many of which are referenced in EN 14976:2005 for specific measurement or testing methods, including:
- EN 1773: Determination of fabric width and length
- EN 12127: Determination of mass per unit area for textiles
- EN 25077 / EN ISO 6330: Dimensional change after washing/drying
- EN ISO 105-B02 / C08 / E04 / X12: Various color fastness tests (light, laundering, rubbing, perspiration)
- EN ISO 9073-4 / EN ISO 13937-2: Tear resistance tests
- EN ISO 13934-1: Tensile strength testing
- EN ISO 13936-2: Slippage resistance at seams
- EN ISO 13938-1: Bursting strength for nonwoven and knitted fabrics
Additionally, local regulations may impose further requirements, particularly concerning flammability, underscoring the need for compliance with both EN 14976 and national legislation.
By adhering to EN 14976:2005, organizations can assure product quality, consumer safety, and market eligibility for mattress ticking textiles throughout Europe, supporting confidence in the home textiles industry and contract bedding markets.
Relations
- 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
- 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
- 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 14976:2005 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Textiles - Mattress ticking - Specifications and test methods". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies properties, test methods (other than flammability) and minimum requirements for ticking (woven, nonwoven or knitted), suitable for covering mattresses, divans and bed bases which are intended for residential (domestic) use, and for use in the public sector and contract markets. NOTE Some countries have regulations on the fire behaviour of mattresses and mattress components. These regulations should be observed.
This European Standard specifies properties, test methods (other than flammability) and minimum requirements for ticking (woven, nonwoven or knitted), suitable for covering mattresses, divans and bed bases which are intended for residential (domestic) use, and for use in the public sector and contract markets. NOTE Some countries have regulations on the fire behaviour of mattresses and mattress components. These regulations should be observed.
EN 14976:2005 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 59.080.30 - Textile fabrics. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 14976:2005 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN ISO 5077:2008, EN 1773:1996, EN ISO 13934-1:2013, EN ISO 105-X12:2016, EN ISO 9073-4:2021, EN ISO 13937-2:2000, EN ISO 13936-2:2004, EN 12127:1997, EN ISO 105-B02:2014, EN ISO 105-E04:2013, EN ISO 13938-1:2019, EN ISO 6330:2021, EN ISO 105-C08:2010, EN ISO 13628-2:2006, EN 14161:2011. 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.Tekstilije – Debelina žimnic – Specifikacija in preskusne metodeTextilien - Matratzendrell - Anforderungen und PrüfverfahrenTextiles - Coutil a matelas - Spécifications et méthodes d'essaiTextiles - Mattress ticking - Specifications and test methods97.160Tekstilije za dom. PeriloHome textiles. LinenICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 14976:2005SIST EN 14976:2006en01-marec-2006SIST EN 14976:2006SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 14976November 2005ICS 59.080.30 English VersionTextiles - Mattress ticking - Specifications and test methodsTextiles - Coutil à matelas - Spécifications et méthodesd'essaiTextilien - Matratzendrell - Anforderungen undPrüfverfahrenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 30 September 2005.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France,Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia,Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2005 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 14976:2005: ESIST EN 14976:2006
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