ISO 10874:2009/Amd 1:2020

Overview

ISO 10874:2009/Amd 1:2020 is an important amendment to the international standard ISO 10874:2009, which addresses the classification of resilient, textile, and laminate floor coverings. This amendment specifically eliminates the class 22+ category within the classification system. Developed by the ISO Technical Committee ISO/TC 219 in cooperation with the European Committee for Standardization (CEN/TC 134), this update ensures that the classification framework remains relevant and practical for current flooring applications.

This amendment reflects evolving industry needs by refining the classification classes for floor coverings used in domestic, commercial, and light industrial environments. It facilitates clearer guidance on selecting the right type of flooring based on expected use and traffic intensity.

Key Topics

• Elimination of Class 22+: The amendment removes class 22+ from the classification table, simplifying the categorization of floor coverings.
• Classification Overview: The floor coverings are classified according to their level of use-domestic, commercial, and light industrial-with sub-classes based on intensity of usage:
  • Domestic: Classes 21 (Moderate), 22 (General), 23 (Heavy)
  • Commercial: Classes 31 (Moderate), 32 (General), 33 (Heavy), 34 (Very Heavy)
  • Light Industrial: Classes 41 (Moderate), 42 (General), 43 (Heavy)
• Use Considerations: Factors such as installation quality, maintenance standards, subfloor conditions, types of footwear, and traffic concentration influence wear and appearance within these classifications.
• Terminology and References Update: This amendment removes normative references and the bibliography from the original document and updates the standard’s terminology management approaches.
• Collaboration and Development: ISO’s development process involved international liaison and follows strict editorial and approval guidelines to maintain consistency and reliability.

Applications

ISO 10874:2009/Amd 1:2020 serves as a vital reference for manufacturers, suppliers, architects, and building professionals who specify resilient, textile, and laminate floor coverings. Key practical applications include:

• Product Development: Flooring manufacturers use this classification to design products suited to different levels of wear and traffic, ensuring durability and expected lifespan.
• Specification and Procurement: Architects and contractors rely on this classification to select appropriate floor coverings for residential, commercial, or light industrial environments, optimizing performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Quality Assurance: Facility managers and building owners apply the classification in maintenance planning and quality control to extend flooring life and maintain appearance.
• Industry Standardization: The update promotes harmonized understanding globally across markets, improving trade consistency and compliance.

Related Standards

While ISO 10874 focuses on classification, it is closely aligned with other international and regional standards related to floor coverings, including:

• ISO/TC 219 standards addressing performance, testing, and safety of floor coverings.
• European Norm EN 685, historically related to floor covering classification, which has been referenced and subsequently removed in this amendment.
• ISO/IEC Directives guiding the development and maintenance of ISO standards, ensuring robust processes across all technical committees.

By adhering to ISO 10874:2009/Amd 1:2020, stakeholders in the flooring industry can ensure compliance with internationally accepted classification criteria, leading to improved product reliability, customer satisfaction, and market transparency.