ISO 4586-5:2018

High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL, HPDL) — Sheets based on thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) — Part 5: Classification and specifications for flooring grade laminates less than 2 mm thick intended for bonding to supporting substrates

This document applies to five classes of flooring grade laminates less than 2 mm thick intended for bonding to supporting substrates, to produce high-pressure decorative laminates (HPL, HPDL) flooring elements. For laminate floor covering applications they meet the surface property requirements specified in EN 13329[2]. The requirements in this document apply only to the high-pressure laminate, and additional properties are intended to be specified in order to define the functional performance of the finished flooring product. ISO 4586‑2 specifies the methods of test relevant to this document.

Stratifiés décoratifs haute pression (HPL, HPDL) — Plaques à base de résines thermodurcissables (communément appelées stratifiés) — Partie 5: Classification et spécifications des stratifiés pour revêtement de sol d'épaisseur inférieure à 2 mm destinés à être collés sur des supports

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 01-Jul-2018
• ICS: 83.140.20 - Laminated sheets
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 61/SC 11 - Products
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 61/SC 11/WG 2 - Decorative laminates and solid surfacing materials
• Current Stage: 9093 - International Standard confirmed
• Completion Date: 29-Dec-2022

Relations

• Revises: ISO 4586-5:2015 - High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL, HPDL) — Sheets based on thermosetting resins (Usually called Laminates) — Part 5: Classification and specifications for flooring grade laminates less than 2 mm thick intended for bonding to supporting substrates
• Effective Date: 24-Dec-2016

Standards Content (Sample)

ISO/TC 61/SC 11
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Date: 2018‐07
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ISO 4586-5:2018(E)
ISO/TC 61/SC 11/WG 2
Secretariat: JISC
High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL, HPDL) — Sheets based on
thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) — Part 5: Classification and
specifications for flooring grade laminates less than 2 mm thick intended for
bonding to supporting substrates
Stratifiés décoratifs haute pression (HPL, HPDL) -- Plaques à base de résines
thermodurcissables (communément appelées stratifiés) -- Partie 5: Classification et
spécifications des stratifiés pour revêtement de sol d'épaisseur inférieure à 2 mm destinés
à être collés sur des supports
Document type: International Standard
Document subtype:
Document stage: (40) Enquiry
Document language: E

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Contents Page
Foreword . 4
Introduction . 5
1  S cope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2  Normative references . 1
3  Terms and definitions . 1
4  Classification, designation and coding . 2
Table 1 — Classification system and typical applications . 2
5  Requirements . 3
Table 2 — Dimensional tolerances . 4
Table 3 — General requirements . 5
Annex A (informative) Addendum relating to electrostatic properties . 7
Bibliography . 8
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national
standards bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is
normally carried out through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a
subject for which a technical committee has been established has the right to be represented on
that committee. International organizations, governmental and non‐governmental, in liaison with
ISO, also take part in the work. ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC) on all matters of electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance
are described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular the different approval criteria
needed for the different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in
accordance with the editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the
subject of patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights. Details of any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in
the Introduction and/or on the ISO list of patent declarations received
(see www.iso.org/patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does
not constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation on the voluntary nature of standards, the meaning of ISO specific terms and
expressions related to conformity assessment, as well as information about ISO's adherence to
the World Trade Organization (WTO) principles in the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) see the
following URL: www.iso.org/iso/foreword.html.
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 61, Plastics, Subcommittee SC 11,
Products.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 4586‐5:2015), which has been
technically revised.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:
— correction of errors due to typographical, formatting, and omission issues.
A list of all parts in the ISO 4586 series can be found on the ISO website.
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Introduction
High‐pressure decorative flooring laminates are characterized by their high resistance to
abrasion, aesthetic qualities, and durability. They have good hygienic and anti‐static properties
and are easy to clean and maintain.
In an effort to harmonize ISO 4586 with other high‐pressure decorative laminate standards,
multiple methods may be published that demonstrate similar properties. In these instances, the
same test method title is given and is annotated as either “Method A” or “Method B”. This is the
case in the following tests: Edge squareness — 8/9, Dry heat — 17/18, Dimensional stability at
elevated temperatures — 19/20, Dimensional stability at ambient temperature — 21/22,
Staining — 30/31, Lightfastness — 32/33, Formability — 38/39, and Blistering — 40/41. In
these instances, either method may be utilized in testing. Compliance to both methods is not
required. While these tests are similar they are by no means identical and results of one method
do not necessarily correspond to the results of the accompanying test. In these situations, it is
intended that the documentation in specific parts of ISO 4586 for performance requirements be
consulted. Each specific method has performance requirements particular to that method for
individual grades of high‐pressure decorative laminate.
This document has been harmonized with EN 438‐5 whenever possible.
In addition, Annex A provides information on electrostatic properties and is included as a
convenient reference to answer common questions.
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STANDARD

Deleted: ISO/PRF 4586‐5:2018(E)
High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL, HPDL) -- Sheets
based on thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) --
Part 5: Classification and specifications for flooring grade
laminates less than 2 mm thick intended for bonding to
supporting substrates
1 Scope
This document applies to five classes of flooring grade laminates less than 2 mm thick intended for
bonding to supporting substrates, to produce high‐pressure decorative laminates (HPL, HPDL) flooring
elements. For laminate floor covering applications they meet the surface property requirements
[2]
specified in EN 13329 .
The requirements in this document apply only to the high‐pressure laminate, and additional properties
are intended to be specified in order to define the functional performance of the finished flooring
product.
ISO 4586‐2 specifies the methods of test relevant to this document.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 1183‐1, Plastics — Methods for determining the density of non-cellular plastics — Part 1: Immersion Deleted: ISO 4586‐2:2018, High-
pressure decorative laminates (HPL,
method, liquid pyknometer method and titration method
HPDL) — Sheets based on
thermosetting resins (Usually called
ISO 4586‐2:2018, High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL, HPDL) — Sheets based on thermosetting
Laminates) — Part 2: Determination
resins (usually called laminates) — Part 2: Determination of properties
of properties¶
ISO 10874, Resilient, textile and
laminate floor coverings —
ISO 10874, Resilient, textile and laminate floor coverings — Classification
Classification¶
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.electropedia.org/
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
3.1
high-pressure decorative compact laminate
HPL
HPDL
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sheet consisting of layers of cellulosic fibrous material (normally paper) impregnated with
thermosetting resins and bonded together by the high pressure process (3.2)
Note 1 to entry: This is a general definition of high‐pressure decorative laminate(s). More specific product
definitions can be found in ISO 4586‐3 to ISO 4586‐8.
Note 2 to entry: The surface layer(s) on one or both sides, having decorative colours or designs, are typically
impregnated with melamine based resins. The core layers are typically impregnated with phenolic based resins.
3.2
high-pressure process
simultaneous application of heat (temperature ≥ 120 °C) and high specific pressure (≥ 5 MPa), to
provide flowing and subsequent curing of the thermosetting resins to obtain a homogeneous non‐
3
porous material with increased density (≥ 1,35 g/cm), and with the required surface finish
3.3
surface layer
upper decorative layer consisting in one or more sheets of fibrous material (usually paper)
impregnated with aminoplastic thermosetting resins (usually melamine based resins) or other curable
resins or other decorati
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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 4586-5
Second edition
2018-07
High-pressure decorative laminates
(HPL, HPDL) — Sheets based on
thermosetting resins (usually called
laminates) —
Part 5:
Classification and specifications for
flooring grade laminates less than
2 mm thick intended for bonding to
supporting substrates
Stratifiés décoratifs haute pression (HPL, HPDL) — Plaques à base de
résines thermodurcissables (communément appelées stratifiés) —
Partie 5: Classification et spécifications des stratifiés pour revêtement
de sol d'épaisseur inférieure à 2 mm destinés à être collés sur des
supports
Reference number
ISO 4586-5:2018(E)
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Contents Page
Foreword .v
Introduction .vi
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Classification, designation and coding . 2
5 Requirements . 3
5.1 Compliance . 3
5.2 Inspection requirements .3
5.2.1 General. 3
5.2.2 Colour and pattern .3
5.2.3 Surface finish . .3
5.2.4 Reverse side .3
5.2.5 Visual inspection .3
5.3 Dimensional tolerance requirements .4
5.4 Test requirements .4
5.4.1 General requirements .4
5.4.2 Notes on requirements for reaction to fire .6
Annex A (informative) Addendum relating to electrostatic properties . 7
Bibliography . 8
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular the different approval criteria needed for the
different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www .iso .org/directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of
any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the Introduction and/or
on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www .iso .org/patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation on the voluntary nature of standards, the meaning of ISO specific terms and
expressions related to conformity assessment, as well as information about ISO's adherence to the
World Trade Organization (WTO) principles in the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) see the following
URL: www .iso .org/iso/foreword .html.
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 61, Plastics, Subcommittee SC 11,
Products.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 4586-5:2015), which has been technically
revised.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:
— correction of errors due to typographical, formatting, and omission issues.
A list of all parts in the ISO 4586 series can be found on the ISO website.
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Introduction
High-pressure decorative flooring laminates are characterized by their high resistance to abrasion,
aesthetic qualities, and durability. They have good hygienic and anti-static properties and are easy to
clean and maintain.
In an effort to harmonize ISO 4586 with other high-pressure decorative laminate standards,
multiple methods may be published that demonstrate similar properties. In these instances, the
same test method title is given and is annotated as either “Method A” or “Method B”. This is the case
in the following tests: Edge squareness — 8/9, Dry heat — 17/18, Dimensional stability at elevated
temperatures — 19/20, Dimensional stability at ambient temperature — 21/22, Staining — 30/31,
Lightfastness — 32/33, Formability — 38/39, and Blistering — 40/41. In these instances, either
method may be utilized in testing. Compliance to both methods is not required. While these tests are
similar they are by no means identical and results of one method do not necessarily correspond to the
results of the accompanying test. In these situations, it is intended that the documentation in specific
parts of ISO 4586 for performance requirements be consulted. Each specific method has performance
requirements particular to that method for individual grades of high-pressure decorative laminate.
This document has been harmonized with EN 438-5 whenever possible.
In addition, Annex A provides information on electrostatic properties and is included as a convenient
reference to answer common questions.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 4586-5:2018(E)
High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL, HPDL) —
Sheets based on thermosetting resins (usually called
laminates) —
Part 5:
Classification and specifications for flooring grade
laminates less than 2 mm thick intended for bonding to
supporting substrates
1 Scope
This document applies to five classes of flooring grade laminates less than 2 mm thick intended for
bonding to supporting substrates, to produce high-pressure decorative laminates (HPL, HPDL) flooring
elements. For laminate floor covering applications they meet the surface property requirements
[2]
specified in EN 13329 .
The requirements in this document apply only to the high-pressure laminate, and additional properties
are intended to be specified in order to define the functional performance of the finished flooring
product.
ISO 4586-2 specifies the methods of test relevant to this document.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 1183-1, Plastics — Methods for determining the density of non-cellular plastics — Part 1: Immersion
method, liquid pyknometer method and titration method
ISO 4586-2:2018, High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL, HPDL) — Sheets based on thermosetting resins
(usually called laminates) — Part 2: Determination of properties
ISO 10874, Resilient, textile and laminate floor coverings — Classification
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— IEC Electropedia: available at https: //www .electropedia .org/
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https: //www .iso .org/obp
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3.1
high-pressure decorative compact laminate
HPL
HPDL
sheet consisting of layers of cellulosic fibrous material (normally paper) impregnated with
thermosetting resins and bonded together by the high pressure process (3.2)
Note 1 to entry: This is a general definition of high-pressure decorative laminate(s). More specific product
definitions can be found in ISO 4586-3 to ISO 4586-8.
Note 2 to entry: The surface layer(s) on one or both sides, having decorative colours or designs, are typically
impregnated with melamine based resins. The core layers are typically impregnated with phenolic based resins.
3.2
high-pressure process
simultaneous application of heat (temperature ≥ 120 °C) and high specific pressure (≥ 5 MPa), to
provide flowing and subsequent c
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