EN ISO 10590:2005

Building construction - Sealants - Determination of tensile properties of sealants at maintained extension after immersion in water (ISO 10590:2005)

ISO 10590:2005 specifies a method for the determination of the influence of water immersion on the adhesion/cohesion properties at maintained extension of sealants used in joints in building construction.

Hochbau - Fugendichtstoffe - Bestimmung des Zugverhaltens unter Vorspannung nach dem Tauchen in Wasser (ISO 10590:2005)

Diese Internationale Norm legt ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung des Einflusses des Tauchens in Wasser auf das Haft- und Dehnverhalten von Dichtstoffen unter Vorspannung fest, die zur Abdichtung von Fugen im Hochbau verwendet werden.

Construction immobililère - Mastics - Détermination des propriétés de déformation des mastics sous traction maintenue après immersion dans l'eau (ISO 10590:2005)

L'ISO 10590:2005 spécifie une méthode de détermination de l'influence de l'immersion dans l'eau sur les propriétés d'adhésivité/cohésion sous traction maintenue des mastics utilisés dans des joints dans la construction immobilière.

Gradnja objektov – Tesnilne mase – Ugotavljanje nateznih lastnosti lepil pri vzdrževanem raztezku po namakanju v vodi (ISO 10590:2005)

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Jun-2005
• Withdrawal Date: 30-Jan-2006
• ICS: 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials
• Technical Committee: CEN/SS B02 - Structures
• Drafting Committee: CEN/SS B02 - Structures
• Current Stage: 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
• Start Date: 01-Jul-2005
• Completion Date: 01-Jul-2005
• Ref Project: SIST EN ISO 10590:2005 - Building construction - Sealants - Determination of tensile properties of sealants at maintained extension after immersion in water (ISO 10590:2005)

Relations

• Replaces: EN ISO 10590:1997 - Building construction - Sealants - Determination of adhesion/cohesion properties at maintained extension after immersion in water (ISO 10590:1991)
• Effective Date: 22-Dec-2008
• Refers: ISO 6927:1981 - Building construction — Jointing products — Sealants — Vocabulary
• Effective Date: 09-Feb-2026
• Refers: CEN/TR 15172-2:2005 - Whole-body vibration - Guidelines for vibration hazards reduction - Part 2: Management measures at the workplace
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 15651-3:2012 - Sealants for non-structural use in joints in buildings and pedestrian walkways - Part 3: Sealants for sanitary joints
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 13830:2015+A1:2020 - Curtain walling - Product standard
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 15651-2:2017 - Sealants for non-structural use in joints in buildings and pedestrian walkways - Part 2: Sealants for glazing
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 15651-4:2017 - Sealants for non-structural use in joints in buildings and pedestrian walkways - Part 4: Sealants for pedestrian walkways
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 15651-2:2012 - Sealants for non-structural use in joints in buildings and pedestrian walkways - Part 2: Sealants for glazing
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 15651-1:2017 - Sealants for non-structural use in joints in buildings and pedestrian walkways - Part 1: Sealants for facade elements
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 15651-3:2017 - Sealants for non-structural use in joints in buildings and pedestrian walkways - Part 3: Sealants for sanitary joints
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 15651-1:2012 - Sealants for non-structural use in joints in buildings and pedestrian walkways - Part 1: Sealants for facade elements
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 15651-4:2012 - Sealants for non-structural use in joints in buildings and pedestrian walkways - Part 4: Sealants for pedestrian walkways
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 13830:2015 - Curtain walling - Product standard
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Consolidated By: ISO 10590:2005 - Building construction — Sealants —- Determination of tensile properties of sealants at maintained extension after immersion in water
• Effective Date: 12-Feb-2026

Overview

EN ISO 10590:2005 is an international standard developed by CEN, titled "Building construction - Sealants - Determination of tensile properties of sealants at maintained extension after immersion in water" (ISO 10590:2005). This standard establishes a consistent method for evaluating the performance of building sealants by measuring their adhesion and cohesion properties after prolonged exposure to water. Its objective is to ensure that sealants used in construction joints maintain their structural integrity and effectiveness, even when subjected to water immersion and mechanical extension.

Key Topics

• Adhesion and Cohesion Assessment: The standard focuses on determining the effects of water immersion on the mechanical properties of sealants, specifically their ability to adhere to and maintain integrity between two substrates when stretched.
• Test Methodology: EN ISO 10590 outlines detailed procedures for preparing test specimens, conditioning them under controlled temperature and humidity, subjecting them to cycles of heat and water, and then testing their tensile properties at a set extension.
• Consistent Benchmarking: By using specified materials (such as mortar, anodized aluminium, or glass substrates) and controlled test conditions, the standard provides a repeatable and comparable framework for testing different sealant products.
• Reporting Requirements: The standard requires thorough documentation of test variables, obtained results, and any deviations from prescribed procedures, ensuring transparency and traceability.

Applications

The practical value of EN ISO 10590:2005 lies in its broad application within the construction and building materials industry. Here are some key uses:

• Sealant Selection for Joints: Architects, engineers, and builders use this standard to select sealants with proven resistance to water-induced degradation, crucial for expansion joints, window seals, and facade systems.
• Product Development and Quality Assurance: Sealant manufacturers apply the methods described in EN ISO 10590 to test and refine new formulations, ensuring products meet established performance benchmarks before they enter the market.
• Regulatory Compliance: Many building codes and project specifications reference international standards such as EN ISO 10590:2005 to ensure materials used in construction are reliable and safe for long-term use.
• Third-party Certification and Testing: Independent testing laboratories use this standard as part of certification processes to confirm the declared tensile and adhesive properties of sealant products.

Related Standards

Professionals utilizing EN ISO 10590:2005 may also benefit from familiarity with related construction and sealant standards:

• ISO 6927: Definitions and vocabulary for building construction sealants.
• ISO 13640: Specifications for test substrates used in the evaluation of building sealants.
• EN ISO 11600: Classification and requirements of building construction sealants.
• EN 15651 series: Specifies performance requirements for sealants in various building applications.

Summary

EN ISO 10590:2005 plays a critical role in promoting the durability and safety of building joint sealants, particularly in structures exposed to moisture. By providing a standardized method for testing tensile properties after water immersion, the standard supports the construction industry in delivering long-lasting, high-performance buildings. Adherence to EN ISO 10590 ensures that only sealants with demonstrated resilience in demanding conditions are selected for use in modern construction projects, contributing to higher quality and reliability in the built environment.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-december-2005
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SIST EN ISO 10590:2001
Gradnja objektov – Tesnilne mase – Ugotavljanje nateznih lastnosti lepil pri
vzdrževanem raztezku po namakanju v vodi (ISO 10590:2005)
Building construction - Sealants - Determination of tensile properties of sealants at
maintained extension after immersion in water (ISO 10590:2005)
Hochbau - Fugendichtstoffe - Bestimmung des Zugverhaltens unter Vorspannung nach
dem Tauchen in Wasser (ISO 10590:2005)
Construction immobililere - Mastics - Détermination des propriétés de déformation des
mastics sous traction maintenue apres immersion dans l'eau (ISO 10590:2005)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 10590:2005
ICS:
91.100.50 Veziva. Tesnilni materiali Binders. Sealing materials
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN ISO 10590
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
July 2005
ICS 91.100.50 Supersedes EN ISO 10590:1997
English Version
Building construction - Sealants - Determination of tensile
properties of sealants at maintained extension after immersion in
water (ISO 10590:2005)
Construction immobililère - Mastics - Détermination des Hochbau - Fugendichtstoffe - Bestimmung des
propriétés de déformation des mastics sous traction Zugverhaltens unter Vorspannung nach dem Tauchen in
maintenue après immersion dans l'eau (ISO 10590:2005) Wasser (ISO 10590:2005)
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Foreword
This document (EN ISO 10590:2005) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 59
"Building construction" in collaboration with CMC.

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 January 2006, and conflicting national
standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by January 2006.

This document supersedes EN ISO 10590:1997.

According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of
the following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: 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.

Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 10590:2005 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 10590:2005 without any
modifications.
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 10590
Second edition
2005-07-01
Building construction — Sealants —
Determination of tensile properties of
sealants at maintained extension after
immersion in water
Construction immobilière — Mastics — Détermination des propriétés de
déformation des mastics sous traction maintenue après immersion dans
l'eau
Reference number
ISO 10590:2005(E)
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ISO 10590:2005(E)
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ISO 10590:2005(E)
Contents Page
Foreword. iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions. 1
4 Principle. 1
5 Apparatus . 1
6 Preparation of test specimens . 2
7 Conditioning of test specimens . 2
8 Test procedure . 3
9 Test report . 3

ISO 10590:2005(E)
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