EN 13748-1:2004
(Main)Terrazzo tiles - Part 1: Terrazzo tiles for internal use
Terrazzo tiles - Part 1: Terrazzo tiles for internal use
This European Standard specifies materials, properties and methods of testing for unreinforced cement-bound terrazzo tiles which are factory made and sold ready to be placed.
The tiles are intended for internal use.
Terrazzoplatten - Teil 1: Terrazzoplatten für die Verwendung im Innenbereich
Diese Europäische Norm legt Materialien, Eigenschaften und Prüfverfahren für unbewehrte zementgebundene Terrazzoplatten fest, die werkmäßig hergestellt werden und verlegefertig sind.
Diese Platten sind für die Verwendung im Innenbereich vorgesehen.
Carreaux de mosaïque de marbre - Partie 1: Carreaux de mosaïque de marbre à usage intérieur
La présente norme spécifie les matériaux, les propriétés et les méthodes d'essai relatifs aux carreaux de mosaïque de marbre à liant ciment, non armés, fabriqués en usine et prêts à être posés.
Les carreaux sont prévus pour un usage intérieur.
Teraco plošče – 1. del. Teraco plošče za notranjo rabo
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 10-Feb-2004
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Nov-2005
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 229 - Precast concrete products
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 09-Jun-2009
- Completion Date
- 09-Jun-2009
- Directive
- 89/106/EEC - Construction products
Relations
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
Overview
EN 13748-1:2004 - Terrazzo tiles (Part 1: Terrazzo tiles for internal use) is a European Standard published by CEN that specifies materials, properties and test methods for factory-made, unreinforced cement-bound terrazzo tiles sold ready to be placed for internal applications. The standard covers single- and dual-layer tiles and addresses product requirements at the factory (ex‑works). It does not cover laying or installation procedures.
Key topics and technical requirements
The standard sets out requirements and test methods for:
- Materials and composition: suitability and documentation of cement, aggregates, mixing water, admixtures and additions (e.g., pigments, fillers, fly ash).
- Finished product criteria: geometry, dimensions, thickness, surface appearance and texture.
- Mechanical and durability properties: breaking strength, abrasion resistance (wide wheel and Böhme methods), and structural behaviour of unreinforced terrazzo tiles.
- Slip resistance: method to determine unpolished slip resistance value (USRV) for pedestrian safety.
- Water absorption: procedures for sampling and measuring moisture uptake.
- Reaction to fire and thermal conductivity: referenced as part of declared product characteristics.
- Physical test methods: sampling plans, dimensional tolerances, straightness of edges, flatness of faces and test reporting.
- Conformity and factory quality control: type testing, ongoing production control and CE marking provisions (informative Annex ZA) in relation to the EU Construction Products Directive.
Note: EN 13748-1 focuses on ex‑factory verification; installation performance is outside its scope.
Practical applications
- Product specification: Architects and specifiers use EN 13748-1 to define required terrazzo tile characteristics (durability, appearance, slip resistance) for interior floors and finishes.
- Manufacturing control: Tile manufacturers implement the material, production and testing requirements to demonstrate conformity and to support CE marking and declared values.
- Testing & certification: Laboratories carry out the standardised tests (abrasion, USRV, water absorption, breaking strength) to verify compliance.
- Procurement & compliance: Building owners, contractors and procurement teams reference the standard when selecting terrazzo tiles for commercial, public and residential interiors.
Who should use this standard
- Terrazzo tile manufacturers and product engineers
- Architects, interior designers and specification writers
- Flooring contractors and installers (for product selection)
- Materials testing laboratories and certification bodies
- Building regulators and procurement managers
Related standards (normative references)
EN 13748-1 cross-references European and ISO standards for constituent materials and test methods, including:
- EN 197-1 (cement)
- EN 12620 (aggregates for concrete)
- EN 934-2 (admixtures)
- EN 450 (fly ash)
- EN 13369 (precast concrete common rules)
- ISO/EN test method standards referenced for surface texture and hardness
Keywords: EN 13748-1, terrazzo tiles, internal use, cement-bound terrazzo, test methods, slip resistance, abrasion resistance, water absorption, CE marking.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 13748-1:2004 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Terrazzo tiles - Part 1: Terrazzo tiles for internal use". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies materials, properties and methods of testing for unreinforced cement-bound terrazzo tiles which are factory made and sold ready to be placed. The tiles are intended for internal use.
This European Standard specifies materials, properties and methods of testing for unreinforced cement-bound terrazzo tiles which are factory made and sold ready to be placed. The tiles are intended for internal use.
EN 13748-1:2004 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.100.30 - Concrete and concrete products. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 13748-1:2004 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 13748-1:2004/A1:2005, EN 13748-1:2004/AC:2005. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 13748-1:2004 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/119. 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.Terrazzo tiles - Part 1: Terrazzo tiles for internal useCarreaux de mosaique de marbre - Partie 1: Carreaux de mosaique de marbre a usage intérieurTerrazzoplatten - Teil 1: Terrazzoplatten für die Verwendung im Innenbereich91.100.30Beton in betonski izdelkiConcrete and concrete productsICS:SIST EN 13748-1:2004enTa slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 13748-1:200401-april-2004SIST EN 13748-1:2004SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 13748-1February 2004ICS 91.100.30English versionTerrazzo tiles - Part 1: Terrazzo tiles for internal useCarreaux de mosaïque de marbre - Partie 1: Carreaux demosaïque de marbre à usage intérieurTerrazzoplatten - Teil 1: Terrazzoplatten für dieVerwendung im InnenbereichThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 4 December 2003.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 Central Secretariat 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 Central Secretariat has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of 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.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2004 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 13748-1:2004: E
Clauses of this European Standard addressing the provisions of the EUConstruction Products Directive.32ZA.1Scope and relevant characteristics.32ZA.2Procedure for attestation of conformity.33ZA.2.1System of attestation of conformity.33ZA.2.2Declaration of conformity.33ZA.3CE marking and labelling.34
provided that their suitability has beenassessed according to 4.1.1.4.1.4 Mixing waterThe suitability of mixing water shall be established in accordance with 4.1.1.In general in Europe, water from the public supply is suitable.4.1.5 AdmixturesEN 934-2 applies. The suitability of admixtures shall be established in accordance with 4.1.1.4.1.6 Additions (including mineral fillers, pigments and polymers)Where applicable, fly ash shall conform to EN 450. The suitability of the other additions shall be established inaccordance with 4.1.1.4.2 Finished product requirements4.2.1 GeneralWhen tested in accordance with the methods described in clause 5, the tiles shall comply with the followingrequirements at the minimum age of 28 days or at the age declared suitable for use by the manufacturer if earlier.4.2.2 Geometrical requirements4.2.2.1 GeneralThe work dimensions of the tiles shall be specified by the manufacturer.4.2.2.2 ThicknessThickness class I (Th I): The thickness of the facing layer of the manufactured tile shall be at least 4 mm for aproduct that will not be ground after laying.
1)The “Boulonnais Marble reference is:Lunel demi-clair, thickness: 5 cm, c/passe 2 faces ground with a diamond grit size 100/120, rugotest class N7 (Ra = 1,6 mm) inaccordance with EN ISO 4288.
2)Source where information can be obtained:— Materialprüfungsamt Nordrhein-Westfalen, Marsbruchstrasse 186, D-44287 Dortmund, Germany.
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