What is BS EN 17142 - Modular multilayer floor coverings with a surface layer based on wood powder about?
BS EN 17142 discusses about modular multilayer floor coverings.
BS EN 17142 specifies characteristics, states requirements, and gives test methods for modular multilayer floor coverings with a surface layer based on wood powder (as defined in 3.1).
BS EN 17142 includes a classification system, based on ISO 10874, giving practical requirements for areas of use and levels of use, to indicate where powder-based floor coverings will give satisfactory service, and to encourage the consumer to make an informed choice.
BS EN 17142 also specifies requirements for marking and packaging.
Note: Powder-based floor coverings are considered for domestic and commercial levels of use.
Who is BS EN 17142 - Modular multilayer floor coverings with a surface layer based on wood powder for?
BS EN 17142 on modular multilayer floor coverings with a surface layer based on wood powder is useful for:
- Floor coverings manufacturers
- Floor coverings distributors
- Quality control personnel
- Floor coverings assemblers
- Designers of floor coverings
Why should you use BS EN 17142 - Modular multilayer floor coverings with a surface layer based on wood powder?
Modular multilayer floor covering with wood powder-based surface layer upper decorative layer consisting of one or more wood powder-based layers which consist of a minimum 20% w/w of wood particles, together with aminoplastic, thermosetting resins (usually melamine), additives, pigments, and any corundum, and these components are dry mixed and scattered in layers on the substrate.
BS EN 17142 provides test methods that help the manufacturers provide durable and quality modular multilayer floor coverings to the consumers.
BS EN 17142 specifies characteristics and state requirements that will make the user’s job easy to decide the appropriate floor covering that matches their requirement.
