Overview
EN ISO 10582:2018 (ISO 10582:2017) defines specifications for resilient floor coverings made from heterogeneous poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC). It applies to non-cushioned PVC floor coverings supplied as tiles, planks or rolls, and allows products with a transparent, non‑PVC factory finish. The standard helps manufacturers and purchasers by specifying material identification, performance requirements, test methods and marking so consumers can make informed choices.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Scope and definitions: covers heterogeneous floor coverings (wear layer + other layers), factory finish, plank/tile geometry, binder content and related terms.
- Identification - Binder content: products are identified by minimum wear‑layer binder content. Two types:
- Type I: minimum 80% binder content in the wear layer
- Type II: minimum 30% binder content in the wear layer
- Performance and dimensional requirements: includes limits and test methods for:
- overall thickness and wear layer thickness (ISO 24346, ISO 24340)
- mass per unit area (ISO 23997)
- length, width, straightness and squareness (ISO 24341, ISO 24342)
- dimensional stability and curling after heat exposure (ISO 23999)
- flexibility (ISO 24344), residual indentation (ISO 24343-1)
- effect of castor chair (ISO 4918) for higher wear classes
- Classification and consumer guidance: references ISO 10874 classification based on intensity of use to indicate suitability (e.g., residential vs. heavy commercial).
- Marking, labelling and packaging: specifies information manufacturers must provide to ensure traceability and correct use.
- Test references: normative test standards are listed (ISO and ASTM/EN methods) for colour fastness, seam strength, adhesive peel, etc.
Applications and who uses this standard
- Manufacturers - to design, document and declare product properties (binder content, thickness, durability).
- Specifiers & architects - to select appropriate PVC tiles/planks/rolls for intended intensity of use (commercial, healthcare, education, residential).
- Installers & flooring contractors - to verify dimensional tolerances and installation suitability (weldable edges, loose‑lay, glued or floating systems).
- Laboratories & quality control - for testing against the specified ISO/EN methods.
- Procurement & compliance teams - to ensure products meet labeling and performance requirements for contracts and regulations.
Related standards
- ISO 10874 (classification by use intensity)
- ISO 24340, ISO 24341, ISO 24342, ISO 24343‑1, ISO 24344, ISO 24346, ISO 23997, ISO 23999, ISO 4918, ISO 16906, ISO 105‑B02, ASTM F1515, EN 1372
EN ISO 10582:2018 is essential for anyone involved in the production, testing, selection or installation of heterogeneous PVC resilient floor coverings, providing clear specifications and referenced test methods to ensure performance and consumer confidence.
