EN 15468:2016/FprA1

Laminate floor coverings - Elements with directly applied printing and resin surface layer - Specifications, requirements and test methods

This European Standard specifies characteristics, states requirements and gives test methods for laminate floor coverings (as defined in 3.1).
It includes a classification system, based on EN ISO 10874, providing practical requirements for areas of use and levels of use, to indicate where laminate floor coverings will give satisfactory service and to encourage the consumer to make an informed choice. It also specifies requirements for marking and packaging.
Laminate floor coverings are considered for domestic and commercial levels of use, e.g. in domestic kitchens. This standard does not specify requirements relating to areas that are subject to frequent wetting, such as bathrooms, laundry rooms or saunas.

Laminatböden - Direktbedruckte Elemente mit Kunstharz-Deckschicht - Spezifikationen, Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren

"Für Laminatböden werden die Anwendungsgebiete "Wohnen" und "Gewerblich" berücksichtigt, z. B. für die Verwendung in Küchen im Wohnbereich. Diese Norm legt keine Anforderungen für Bereiche fest, die regelmäßig Nässe ausgesetzt sind wie etwa Badezimmer, Hauswirtschaftsräume oder Saunen."
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"Laminatböden sind im Allgemeinen zur schwimmenden Verlegung in den Anwendungsgebieten "Wohnen" und "Gewerblich" bestimmt, einschließlich einer Verwendung in Küchen im Wohnbereich. Dieses Dokument legt keine Anforderungen für die Verwendung in Bereichen fest, die regelmäßig Nässe ausgesetzt sind wie etwa Badezimmer, Hauswirtschaftsräume oder Saunen. Im Allgemeinen können Laminatböden in diesen Bereichen nur verwendet werden, wenn dies durch den Hersteller erklärt wird und unter den in den Installationsrichtlinien des Herstellers beschriebenen Bedingungen.".

Revêtements de sol stratifiés - Éléments comportant une couche d'impression appliquée directement et une couche de surface à base de résine - Spécifications, exigences et méthodes d'essai

Laminatne talne obloge - Elementi z direktnim nanosom potiska in sloja iz umetne smole - Specifikacije, zahteve in preskusne metode

General Information

• Status: Not Published
• Publication Date: 19-Dec-2021
• Withdrawal Date: 20-Mar-2022
• ICS: 97.150 - Floor coverings
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 134 - Resilient and textile floor coverings
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 134/WG 9 - Laminate floor coverings
• Current Stage: 5060 - Closure of Vote - Formal Approval
• Start Date: 17-Jun-2021
• Due Date: 07-Mar-2022
• Completion Date: 17-Jun-2021
• Ref Project: SIST EN 15468:2016/FprA1:2021 - Laminate floor coverings - Elements with directly applied printing and resin surface layer - Specifications, requirements and test methods

Relations

• Merged Into: EN 15468:2016+A1:2021 - Laminate floor coverings - Elements with directly applied printing and resin surface layer - Specifications, requirements and test methods
• Effective Date: 30-Jun-2021
• Amends: EN 15468:2016 - Laminate floor coverings - Elements with directly applied printing and resin surface layer - Specifications, requirements and test methods
• Effective Date: 25-Dec-2019

Overview

EN 15468:2016/FprA1 is a pivotal European Standard developed by CEN for laminate floor coverings featuring directly applied printing and a resin surface layer. This standard outlines detailed specifications, requirements, and test methods for laminate flooring, supporting both domestic and commercial applications. Its purpose is to help manufacturers, specifiers, and consumers understand the essential performance characteristics, choose suitable products for specific settings, and ensure long-term usability and satisfaction.

Key Topics

• Product Specifications: Defines the structural and material properties of laminate floor elements with directly printed decorative layers and resinous surface protection.
• Classification System: Utilizes the classification based on EN ISO 10874 to align products with different levels of use, from moderate domestic to heavy commercial traffic.
• Performance Requirements: States minimum standards for parameters such as:
  • Abrasion resistance
  • Impact resistance (small and big ball)
  • Stain resistance
  • Effects of furniture legs and castor chairs
  • Thickness swelling
  • Locking system strength
  • Surface soundness
• Test Methods: Prescribes rigorous, standardized test procedures to verify compliance, referencing associated methods from EN 13329, EN 438-2, ISO 24334, and others.
• Marking and Packaging: Specifies proper labeling and packaging information to promote transparency and support informed purchasing decisions.

Applications

EN 15468:2016/FprA1 applies to laminate floor coverings intended for:

• Domestic installations: Such as living rooms, hallways, and kitchens, where moderate to heavy foot traffic occurs.
• Commercial settings: Including offices, retail spaces, and corridors subject to various levels of intensity and frequency of use.

It is important to note this standard excludes areas exposed to frequent wetting, such as bathrooms, laundry rooms, and saunas, unless specifically permitted by the flooring manufacturer and properly installed according to their guidelines.

By following this standard, architects, specifiers, contractors, and consumers can:

• Select flooring that matches expected wear and performance needs
• Ensure compatibility with intended installation environments
• Deliver reliable, durable, and aesthetically appealing flooring solutions
• Mitigate risks of product failure in high traffic or unsuitable conditions

Related Standards

Professionals referencing EN 15468:2016/FprA1 should also be aware of several related standards in the laminate flooring and floor coverings sector:

• EN ISO 10874: Classification of floor coverings based on areas of use and intensity of traffic
• EN 13329: Laminate floor coverings - Specifications, requirements, and test methods for general laminate flooring
• EN 438-2: High-pressure decorative laminates - Test methods for resistance to staining and other characteristics
• ISO 24334 & ISO 24336: Specifications and test methods for locking systems and dimensional stability

These complementary standards provide a comprehensive framework for the specification, selection, and installation of laminate floor coverings in line with European best practices.

Practical Value

Adhering to EN 15468:2016/FprA1 guarantees that laminate flooring products:

• Meet stringent quality and safety criteria
• Offer reliable performance in the specified areas of use
• Provide consistency across manufacturers and suppliers within the European market

This not only benefits end users by improving product transparency and performance, but also streamlines logistics, procurement, and quality assurance processes throughout the value chain.

Keywords: EN 15468:2016/FprA1, laminate floor coverings, resin surface, European Standard, flooring test methods, flooring specification, commercial flooring, domestic flooring, CEN, abrasion resistance, classification system, floor covering requirements.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN 15468:2016/oprA1:2020
01-julij-2020
Laminatne talne obloge - Elementi z direktnim nanosom potiska in sloja iz umetne
smole - Specifikacije, zahteve in preskusne metode
Laminate floor coverings - Elements with directly applied printing and resin surface layer
- Specifications, requirements and test methods
Laminatböden - Direktbedruckte Elemente mit Kunstharz-Deckschicht - Spezifikationen,
Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Revêtements de sol stratifiés - Éléments comportant une couche d'impression appliquée
directement et une couche de surface à base de résine - Spécifications, exigences et
méthodes d'essai
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 15468:2016/prA1
ICS:
97.150 Talne obloge Floor coverings
SIST EN 15468:2016/oprA1:2020 en
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

SIST EN 15468:2016/oprA1:2020
SIST EN 15468:2016/oprA1:2020
DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 15468:2016
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA1
July 2020
ICS 97.150
English Version
Laminate floor coverings - Elements with directly applied
printing and resin surface layer - Specifications,
requirements and test methods
Revêtements de sol stratifiés - Éléments comportant Laminatböden - Direktbedruckte Elemente mit
une couche d'impression appliquée directement et une Kunstharz-Deckschicht - Spezifikationen,
couche de surface à base de résine - Spécifications, Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
exigences et méthodes d'essai
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This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 15468:2016. If this draft becomes an amendment,
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SIST EN 15468:2016/oprA1:2020
EN 15468:2016/prA1:2020 (E)
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Modification to Clause 1, Scope . 4
2 Modification to term 3.3, substrate . 4
3 Modification to 4.2, Classification requirements, Table 1 . 4

SIST EN 15468:2016/oprA1:2020
EN 15468:2016/prA1:2020 (E)
European foreword
This document (EN 15468:2016/prA1:2020) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 134
“Resilient, textile and laminate floor covering”, the secretariat of which is held by NBN.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
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