DIN EN 15468:2016-08

This European Standard specifies properties, requirements and test methods for directly applied laminate flooring with a resin surface layer. It contains a classification system with practical requirements for specific areas of use and stress classes. This serves to indicate in which areas laminate flooring can be satisfactorily used, as well as to enable the consumer to make an informed choice. It also specifies requirements for marking and packaging. Consideration is given to "residential" and "commercial" application areas, for example, for use in domestic kitchens. This standard does not specify requirements related to areas that are subject to frequent wetting, such as bathrooms, laundry rooms or saunas. Compared to DIN EN 15468:2008-01, a general definition for laminate flooring has been included and the test method for abrasion resistance based on the sandfall method and requirements based on this test method have been added. For the determination of the impact resistance with the large ball, a defined installation base has been specified. Micro-scratch resistance has been included as an additional technical property. The committee responsible for this standard is NA 042-04-30 AA "Laminatböden" ("Laminate floor coverings") at DIN