EN 13413:2001
(Main)Resilient floor coverings - Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings on a filled fibrous backing - Specification
Resilient floor coverings - Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings on a filled fibrous backing - Specification
This European Standard specifies the characteristics of floor coverings with compact surface layers, made of polyvinyl chloride and modifications thereof, on a filled fibrous backing and supplied in roll form.
To encourage the consumer to make an informed choice, the standard includes a classification system (see EN 685) based on intensity of use, which shows where these floor coverings should give satisfactory service. It also specifies requirement for marking.
Elastische Bodenbeläge - Polyvinylchlorid-Bodenbeläge mit einem Rücken aus Fasermaterial - Spezifikationen
Diese Europäische Norm legt die Eigenschaften von Bodenbelägen mit einer kompakten Oberschicht auf der Basis von Polyvinylchlorid und dessen Modifikationen mit einem Rücken aus Mineralfasern fest, die in Form von Rollen geliefert werden. Um den Verbraucher bei seiner Auswahl zu unterstützen, enthält diese Norm ein Klassifizierungssystem (siehe EN 685) auf Basis der Nutzungsintensität, das zeigt, wo für diese Bodenbeläge ein zufriedenstellender Nutzen möglich wäre. Die Norm legt auch die Anforderungen zur Kennzeichnung fest.
Revêtements de sol résilients - Revêtements de sol à base de polychlorure de vinyle sur semelle en fibre minérale - Spécifications
La présente Norme européenne fixe les caractéristiques des revêtements de sol à couche de surface compacte, à base de polychlorure de vinyle ou de polychlorure de vinyle modifié, sur une semelle en fibre minérale, et livrés sous forme de rouleau.
Pour aider le consommateur à faire son choix, la présente norme inclut un système de classification (voir EN 685) basé sur l'intensité d'utilisation, qui indique l'endroit où ces revêtements de sol devraient pouvoir être utilisés de manière satisfaisante. La présente norme spécifie également les exigences de marquage.
Netekstilne talne obloge - Polivinilkloridne talne obloge na polnjenem vlaknatem hrbtišču - Specifikacija
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 11-Dec-2001
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Jun-2002
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 134 - Resilient and textile floor coverings
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 134/WG 7 - Resilient floor coverings
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 07-Jun-2023
- Completion Date
- 14-Apr-2025
- Directive
- 89/106/EEC - Construction products
Overview
EN 13413:2001 (CEN) defines the specification for resilient floor coverings consisting of a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) surface layer on a filled fibrous backing, supplied in roll form. The standard sets performance, dimensional and marking requirements to help manufacturers, specifiers and consumers make informed choices. It also links product performance to the EN 685 intensity-of-use classification so users can select PVC floor coverings suited to domestic, commercial or industrial environments.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Product scope: PVC and modified PVC floor coverings with a compact surface layer bonded to a filled fibrous (mineral-filled) backing.
- Dimensional and mass requirements: Specifies length, width, overall thickness (nominal ± tolerances), and mass per unit area (nominal ±13% / -10%).
- Mechanical and physical performance:
- Residual indentation after static loading (average ≤ 0.2 mm).
- Dimensional stability (≤ 0.4%) and curling after heat exposure limits.
- Shear force of backing (average ≥ 360 N; no individual < 280 N).
- Flexibility testing using mandrels (20 mm and optionally 40 mm).
- Spreading of water - maximum time to spread to edge (≤ 16 h).
- Wear resistance and wear groups: Classification into wear groups T, P, M using EN 660-1 (thickness loss) or EN 660-2 (volume loss). Transparent wear layers are pre-classified as group T.
- Level-of-use classification: Performance classes mapped to EN 685 levels (domestic, commercial, industrial) with criteria for wear layer thickness, castor chair effect, seam strength, and simulated furniture-leg movement.
- Marking and information: Packaging and product must include EN number and date (EN 13413:2001), manufacturer ID, product name, colour/pattern, batch/roll number, class symbols, dimensions and recommended bonding method. Cleaning and maintenance instructions must accompany the product.
- Optional and additional tests: Annex A lists optional properties (electrical resistance EN 1081, electrostatic propensity EN 1815, stain resistance EN 423, heavy swivel castor EN 1818). Annex B cites additional test methods available but not normative.
Applications and users
- Intended for manufacturers and quality laboratories producing or testing PVC sheet floor coverings on filled fibrous backings.
- Used by architects, specifiers, facility managers and procurement teams to select flooring for domestic, commercial or industrial spaces based on verified performance.
- Useful for installers and distributors to verify product marking, installation method (bonded/unbonded) and maintenance guidance.
Related standards
- EN 685 (classification by use), EN 660‑1 / EN 660‑2 (wear tests), EN 428 (thickness), EN 430 (mass/unit area), EN ISO 105‑B02 (colourfastness), EN 424/425/434/435, EN 661 and many other resilient-flooring test standards referenced in EN 13413.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 13413:2001 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Resilient floor coverings - Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings on a filled fibrous backing - Specification". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the characteristics of floor coverings with compact surface layers, made of polyvinyl chloride and modifications thereof, on a filled fibrous backing and supplied in roll form. To encourage the consumer to make an informed choice, the standard includes a classification system (see EN 685) based on intensity of use, which shows where these floor coverings should give satisfactory service. It also specifies requirement for marking.
This European Standard specifies the characteristics of floor coverings with compact surface layers, made of polyvinyl chloride and modifications thereof, on a filled fibrous backing and supplied in roll form. To encourage the consumer to make an informed choice, the standard includes a classification system (see EN 685) based on intensity of use, which shows where these floor coverings should give satisfactory service. It also specifies requirement for marking.
EN 13413:2001 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 97.150 - Floor coverings. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 13413:2001 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Elastische Bodenbeläge - Polyvinylchlorid-Bodenbeläge mit einem Rücken aus Fasermaterial - SpezifikationenRevetements de sol résilients - Revetements de sol a base de polychlorure de vinyle sur semelle en fibre minérale - SpécificationsResilient floor coverings - Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings on a filled fibrous backing - Specification97.150Netekstilne talne oblogeNon-textile floor coveringsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 13413:2001SIST EN 13413:2002en01-junij-2002SIST EN 13413:2002SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 13413December 2001ICS 97.150English versionResilient floor coverings - Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings on afilled fibrous backing - SpecificationRevêtements de sol résilients - Revêtements de sol à basede polychlorure de vinyle sur semelle en fibre minérale -SpécificationsElastische Bodenbeläge - Polyvinylchlorid-Bodenbeläge miteinem Rücken aus Fasermaterial - SpezifikationenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 4 November 2001.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 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 translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
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