EN 686:2019
(Main)Resilient floor coverings - Specification for plain and decorative linoleum on a foam backing
Resilient floor coverings - Specification for plain and decorative linoleum on a foam backing
This document specifies the characteristics of plain and decorated linoleum on a foam backing as a compound floor covering, supplied in roll form.
To encourage the consumer to make an informed choice, this document includes a classification system based on the intensity of use, which shows where resilient floor coverings provide satisfactory service.
The term 'linoleum' is frequently incorrectly applied to a range of floor coverings, often to those based on polyvinyl chloride or rubber. Such materials are not included in this document.
Elastische Bodenbeläge - Spezifikation für Linoleum mit und ohne Muster mit Schaumrücken
Dieses Dokument legt die Eigenschaften von ungemusterten und gemusterten Linoleum-Bodenbelägen mit Schaumrücken fest, die als ein Verbundbodenbelag in Form von Rollen geliefert werden.
Um den Verbraucher bei seiner Auswahl zu unterstützen, enthält dieses Dokument ein Klassifizierungs-system auf Basis der Nutzungsintensität, das zeigt, wo diese elastischen Bodenbeläge einen zufriedenstellenden Nutzen bieten.
Der Begriff "Linoleum" wird häufig fälschlicherweise auch für andere Bodenbeläge, oft für solche auf Basis von Polyvinylchlorid oder Elastomeren, verwendet. Derartige Materialien sind in diesem Dokument nicht eingeschlossen.
Revêtements de sol résilients - Spécifications pour le linoléum uni et décoratif sur sous-couche de mousse
Le présent document spécifie les caractéristiques, en tant que revêtement de sol composé, du linoléum uni et décoratif sur sous-couche de mousse, fourni sous forme de rouleaux.
Pour aider le consommateur à faire un choix éclairé, le présent document inclut un système de classification basé sur l'intensité d'utilisation, qui indique l'endroit où ces revêtements de sol résilients sont supposés rendre un service satisfaisant.
Le terme « linoléum » est fréquemment appliqué à tort à une gamme de revêtements de sol, souvent à base de polychlorure de vinyle ou de caoutchouc. De tels produits ne sont pas couverts par le présent document.
Netekstilne talne obloge - Specifikacija linoleja na penastem hrbtišču z dekorativnim vzorcem in brez njega
Ta evropski standard določa značilnosti linoleja na penastem hrbtišču z dekorativnim vzorcem in brez njega kot sestavljene talne obloge, ki se dobavi v obliki zvitka.
Za spodbujanje potrošnikov k sprejemanju utemeljenih odločitev ta evropski standard vsebuje sistem razvrščanja na podlagi intenzivnosti uporabe, ki kaže, kje bi se netekstilne talne obloge lahko zadovoljivo uporabljale (glej EN 685). Vključuje tudi zahteve za označevanje.
Izraz »linolej« se velikokrat napačno uporablja za različne talne obloge, pogosto za talne obloge na osnovi polivinilklorida ali gume. Taki materiali niso zajeti v tem standardu.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 18-Jun-2019
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Dec-2019
- 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
- 14-Mar-2025
- Completion Date
- 14-Apr-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 08-Jun-2022
Overview
EN 686:2019 defines the specification for plain and decorative linoleum on a foam backing supplied in roll form. Produced by CEN/TC 134, this European Standard clarifies identification, performance requirements, classification by intensity of use, and marking to help manufacturers, specifiers and consumers make informed choices about resilient floor coverings.
Key identification features include chemical disintegration in 0.5 mol/l potassium hydroxide/methanol and the determination of linoleum cement and ash residue. The standard requires a minimum linoleum cement content of 30% and a maximum inorganic filler (ash) content of 50% (EN ISO 26985).
Key Topics
- Scope and definitions: Clarifies what is and is not considered linoleum; excludes PVC- and rubber-based floorings that are often mislabelled as linoleum.
- Performance requirements (selected):
- Residual indentation (average) ≤ 0.30 mm (EN ISO 24343-1)
- Peel resistance between foam and fibrous backing: average ≥ 10 N/50 mm (EN ISO 24345)
- Colour fastness to artificial light: Minimum 6 (EN ISO 105-B02)
- Castor chair test: no apparent damage (ISO 4918)
- Flexibility: no cracking when bent around specified mandrels (EN ISO 24344)
- Dimensions and tolerances: Requirements for roll length, width, overall thickness and layer thickness (EN ISO 24341, EN ISO 24346, EN ISO 24340).
- Classification system: Uses EN ISO 10874 categories based on nominal linoleum thickness to indicate level of use (domestic, commercial, light industrial). For example, nominal linoleum thicknesses of 2.0 mm and 2.5 mm correspond to defined class symbols and levels of use.
- Marking and packaging: Mandatory product and packaging information to support traceability and informed selection.
Applications
EN 686:2019 is intended for stakeholders involved in the specification, manufacture, testing and sale of resilient floor coverings where linoleum on a foam backing is chosen for its comfort, resilience and design options:
- Interior specification for residential and commercial spaces
- Product development and quality control for flooring manufacturers
- Procurement and compliance checks for contractors and retailers
- Consumer guidance to choose appropriate class/symbol for intensity of use
Benefits include consistent performance criteria, clearer product labelling, and a standardized classification that helps match flooring to expected traffic and durability needs.
Related Standards
Key normative references cited in EN 686:2019 include:
- EN ISO 10874 - Classification for resilient floor coverings
- EN ISO 26985 - Identification of linoleum and cement/ash determination
- EN ISO 24340 / 24341 / 24343-1 / 24344 / 24345 / 24346 - Test methods for thickness, dimensions, indentation, flexibility, peel resistance and overall thickness
- EN ISO 105-B02 - Colour fastness to artificial light
- ISO 4918 - Castor chair test
Manufacturers and specifiers should consult EN 686:2019 alongside these referenced test standards to ensure compliance, correct labelling, and appropriate selection for intended use.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 686:2019 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Resilient floor coverings - Specification for plain and decorative linoleum on a foam backing". This standard covers: This document specifies the characteristics of plain and decorated linoleum on a foam backing as a compound floor covering, supplied in roll form. To encourage the consumer to make an informed choice, this document includes a classification system based on the intensity of use, which shows where resilient floor coverings provide satisfactory service. The term 'linoleum' is frequently incorrectly applied to a range of floor coverings, often to those based on polyvinyl chloride or rubber. Such materials are not included in this document.
This document specifies the characteristics of plain and decorated linoleum on a foam backing as a compound floor covering, supplied in roll form. To encourage the consumer to make an informed choice, this document includes a classification system based on the intensity of use, which shows where resilient floor coverings provide satisfactory service. The term 'linoleum' is frequently incorrectly applied to a range of floor coverings, often to those based on polyvinyl chloride or rubber. Such materials are not included in this document.
EN 686:2019 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 686:2019 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 686:2011. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 686:2019 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011. 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.
EN 686:2019 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-september-2019
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 686:2011
Netekstilne talne obloge - Specifikacija linoleja na penastem hrbtišču z
dekorativnim vzorcem in brez njega
Resilient floor coverings - Specification for plain and decorative linoleum on a foam
backing
Elastische Bodenbeläge - Spezifikation für Linoleum mit und ohne Muster mit
Schaumrücken
Revêtements de sol résilients - Spécifications pour le linoléum uni et décoratif sur sous-
couche de mousse
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 686:2019
ICS:
97.150 Talne obloge Floor coverings
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN 686
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
June 2019
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 97.150 Supersedes EN 686:2011
English Version
Resilient floor coverings - Specification for plain and
decorative linoleum on a foam backing
Revêtements de sol résilients - Spécifications pour le Elastische Bodenbeläge - Spezifikation für Linoleum
linoléum uni et décoratif sur sous-couche de mousse mit und ohne Muster mit Schaumrücken
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 4
3 Terms and definitions . 4
4 Identification . 5
5 Requirements . 5
6 Classification. 6
7 Marking, labelling and packaging . 7
European foreword
This document (EN 686:2019) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 134 “Resilient,
textile and laminate floor coverings”, the secretariat of which is held by NBN.
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 December 2019, and conflicting national standards
shall be withdrawn at the latest by December 2019.
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 686:2011.
In comparison with the previous edition, the following technical modifications have been made:
— All referenced test methods have been changed.
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.
1 Scope
This document specifies the characteristics of plain and decorated linoleum on a foam backing as a
compound floor covering, supplied in roll form.
To encourage the consumer to make an informed choice, this document includes a classification system
based on the intensity of use, which shows where resilient floor coverings provide satisfactory service.
The te
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