EN 266:2020

Wall coverings in roll form - Specification for textile wall coverings

This document:
-   specifies requirements for dimensions, adhesion of yarns and grades of colour fastness to light;
-   gives the symbols, to be used for marking purposes, for some of these characteristics and also for matching, methods of application and removal;
-   specifies requirements for marking;
-   gives the designation system.
The marking requirements of this document are primarily for the information of the consumer and to enable optimum use of the product.
This document applies to textile wallcoverings supplied in rolls for hanging on to walls and ceilings by means of an adhesive covering the whole of the interface between the wallcovering and the support surface.
Excluded from this document are rigid materials, materials not attached or not wholly attached by adhesive, and non-decorative wallcoverings such as wall linings or those with special properties, e.g. thermal or acoustic insulation.

Wandbekleidungen in Rollen - Festlegungen für Textilwandbekleidungen

Dieses Dokument
-   legt Anforderungen an die Maße, die Haftfestigkeit von Garnen und die Grade der Farbechtheit gegen Licht fest,
-   enthält die Symbole, die zur Kennzeichnung einiger dieser Merkmale sowie des Ansatzes, der Verfahren für die Verarbeitung und das Entfernen zu verwenden sind,
-   legt die Anforderungen an die Kennzeichnung fest,
-   enthält das Bezeichnungssystem.
Die in diesem Dokument festgelegten Kennzeichnungen dienen in erster Linie der Verbraucherinformation und sollen die bestmögliche Anwendung des Produktes sicherstellen.
Dieses Dokument gilt für Textilwandbekleidungen in Rollen, die an Wänden und Decken mit einem Kleber angebracht werden, der die Fläche zwischen Wandbekleidung und Untergrund vollständig bedeckt.
Nicht Gegenstand dieses Dokuments sind harte Materialien, Materialien, die nicht oder nicht vollständig angeklebt werden, und Wandbekleidungen, die keine dekorative Funktion haben, z. B. Makulatur, oder Wandbekleidungen mit besonderen Eigenschaften, z. B. Wärme  oder Schalldämmung.

Revêtements muraux en rouleaux - Spécification pour revêtements muraux textiles

Le présent document :
-   spécifie les exigences relatives aux dimensions, à l’adhérence des fils et aux degrés de solidité des coloris à la lumière ;
-   fournit les symboles, utilisés à des fins d’étiquetage, indiquant certaines de ces caractéristiques, ainsi que les raccords, méthodes de pose et de dépose ;
-   spécifie les exigences relatives à l’étiquetage ;
-   donne le système de désignation.
Les exigences relatives à l’étiquetage énoncées par le présent document sont principalement fournies à des fins d’information de l’utilisateur et pour permettre une utilisation optimale du produit.
Le présent document s’applique aux revêtements muraux textiles vendus en rouleaux destinés à être posés sur des murs et plafonds à l’aide d’une colle couvrant l’ensemble de l’interface entre le revêtement mural et le support.
Le présent document ne s’applique pas aux matériaux rigides, aux matériaux qui ne sont pas fixés - ou du moins entièrement - par une colle et aux revêtements muraux non décoratifs, tels que les revêtements d’apprêt ou des revêtements aux propriétés particulières, d’isolation thermique ou acoustique par exemple.

Stenske obloge v obliki zvitkov - Specifikacija za tekstilne stenske obloge

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 22-Sep-2020
• Withdrawal Date: 30-Mar-2021
• ICS: 91.180 - Interior finishing
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 99 - Wallcoverings
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 99 - Wallcoverings
• Current Stage: 9020 - Submission to 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 15-Oct-2025
• Completion Date: 15-Oct-2025
• Directive: 305/2011 - Regulation (eu) No 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 march 2011 laying down harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products and repealing council directive 89/106/eec
• Ref Project: SIST EN 266:2020 - Wall coverings in roll form - Specification for textile wall coverings

Relations

• Replaces: EN 266:1991 - Wall coverings in roll form - Specification for textile wall coverings
• Effective Date: 08-Jun-2022

Overview

EN 266:2020 is a comprehensive European standard developed by CEN that specifies requirements for textile wall coverings supplied in rolls. It addresses key properties such as dimensions, adhesion of yarns, and colour fastness to light. This standard provides clear guidelines on product marking, symbols for application, removal, and pattern matching, helping manufacturers and consumers ensure optimal performance and usage of textile wallcoverings. EN 266:2020 replaces the previous EN 266:1991, incorporating important updates aligned with modern manufacturing and quality assurance practices.

Key Topics

• Dimensions: Specifies tolerances for usable width, length, straightness, and parallelism of roll edges measured according to EN 12956. The usable area must closely match the declared dimensions to ensure product consistency.
• Adhesion of Attached Yarns: Sets criteria for the adhesion strength of yarns to the backing material, including a standardized test method (Annex B) to guarantee durability and prevent damage during installation or use.
• Colour Fastness to Light: Defines minimum acceptable grades for colour fastness to artificial light, ensuring wallcoverings maintain their appearance over time. Testing follows EN ISO 105-B02:2014 with required ratings of at least 4 (satisfactory).
• Symbols and Marking: Details mandatory and optional markings to be displayed on rolls or packaging. These include product identity, fibre composition, dimensions, colour fastness rating, application and removal methods, and pattern matching instructions. Symbols conform to EN 235 for consistency across the wallcovering industry.
• Application & Removal: Provides recommendations for adhesive application techniques and removal methods, ensuring ease of installation and maintenance for both professionals and consumers.
• Exclusions: Specifically excludes rigid wallcoverings, those not fully adhered by adhesive, and non-decorative types such as thermal or acoustic insulating coverings.

Applications

EN 266:2020 is essential for manufacturers, suppliers, installers, and consumers of textile wallcoverings used in residential, commercial, and public interiors. Applications include:

• Quality control and product specification in textile wallcovering production.
• Assurance of dimensional accuracy and durability for reliable installation.
• Clear consumer information through standardized marking for informed purchasing decisions.
• Guidance for designers and architects specifying textile wallcoverings in interior finishing projects.
• Supporting installation professionals with consistent application and removal procedures.
• Facilitating compliance with European regulations and harmonized standards to access multiple national markets.

Related Standards

EN 266:2020 references and complements several other key standards in the wallcovering sector:

• EN 235:2020 – Vocabulary and symbols for wallcoverings, providing the terminology and graphical symbols used for marking and communication.
• EN 259-1 – Specifications for heavy duty wallcoverings, applicable when enhanced durability claims are made alongside EN 266.
• EN 12956:1999 – Methods for measuring wallcovering dimensions, straightness, spongeability, and washability, ensuring standardized testing procedures.
• EN ISO 105-B02:2014 – Test methods for colour fastness to artificial light, critical for assessing product longevity and aesthetic stability.

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By adhering to EN 266:2020, stakeholders benefit from consistent quality benchmarks, improved consumer transparency, and streamlined compliance across European markets. This standard is a vital tool for ensuring textile wall coverings in roll form meet modern functional and decorative requirements while facilitating easy installation and maintenance.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-december-2020
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 266:2000
Stenske obloge v obliki zvitkov - Specifikacija za tekstilne stenske obloge
Wall coverings in roll form - Specification for textile wall coverings
Wandbekleidungen in Rollen - Festlegungen für Textilwandbekleidungen
Revêtements muraux en rouleaux - Spécification pour revêtements muraux textiles
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 266:2020
ICS:
91.180 Notranja zaključna dela Interior finishing
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EN 266
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
September 2020
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 91.180 Supersedes EN 266:1991
English Version
Wall coverings in roll form - Specification for textile wall
coverings
Revêtements muraux en rouleaux - Spécification pour Wandbekleidungen in Rollen - Festlegungen für
revêtements muraux textiles Textilwandbekleidungen
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 5 February 2020.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and
United Kingdom.
EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION
COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION

EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG

CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
© 2020 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 266:2020 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.

Contents Page
European foreword . 3
Introduction . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 5
4 Dimensions . 5
4.1 General . 5
4.2 Usable dimensions . 6
4.3 Straightness and parallelity of the edges . 6
5 Adhesion of attached yarns . 6
6 Cleanability . 6
7 Colour fastness to light . 6
8 Matching, application, removal and miscellaneous symbols . 6
9 Marking . 7
9.1 Visible markings . 7
9.2 Additional markings . 7
9.3 Marking as heavy duty . 7
Annex A (normative) Sampling for testing . 8
Annex B (normative) Method of test for adhesion of attached yarns . 9
B.1 Principle . 9
B.2 Materials . 9
B.3 Apparatus . 9
B.3.1 Base machine . 9
B.3.2 Rubbing head . 9
B.4 Test pieces . 9
B.5 Procedure. 9
B.6 Assessment . 10
B.7 Expression of results . 10
Bibliography . 11

European foreword
This document (EN 266:2020) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 99 “Wallcoverings”,
the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by March 2021, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by March 2021.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 266:1991.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are listed below:
— update of normative references;
— modifications to Clause 4 Dimensions;
— update of the references in Clause 5;
— the references to Table 1 and the latter have been replaced by a global reference to the table of
EN 235 in Clauses 7 Colour fastness to light and 8 Matching, application, removal and miscellaneous
symbols;
— consistency of Clause 9 Marking has been improved;
— deletion of the former Annex B Method of measuring dimensions, while this is now referred to in
EN 12956:1999.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland,
Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North
Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United
Kingdom.
Introduction
A textile wallcovering is a wallcovering, the front face of which consists of natural or synthetic fibrous or
filament materials such as yarns, woven fabrics, knitted fabrics, threads, ropes, braids, felts, etc., which
can be attached to a base web. A textile wallcovering is expected to have adequate strength such that it
can be hung satisfactorily in accordance with the instructions given by the supplier and using the
recommended adhesive.
There are many types of wallcovering and varied processes used in their manufacture. To ensure
satisfactory performance, it is important that installers follow the manufacturer's recommended hanging
instructions for each particular product.
Various grades of colour fastness to light of textile wallcoverings are permitted and symbols to indicate
these grades are given in this document, as well as symbols to indicate pattern matching, means of
application and methods of subsequent removal from the support. This will facilitate the selection by the
consumer of an appropriate wallcoverings. Other European standards on the vocabulary and symbols
used in the wallcovering industry, for finished wallpapers, wall vinyls and plastics wallcoverings, for
wallcoverings for subsequent decoration and for heavy duty wallcoverings are also published.
1 Scope
This document:
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