ASTM F137-08 (R2018) PDF Download

A method for assessing the flexibility of resilient flooring materials is provided by ASTM F137-08 (R2018). The ability of a material to be bent or rolled without breaking, cracking, or undergoing irreversible deformation is referred to as flexibility. This quality is crucial for flooring materials since it makes rolling, cutting, and other installation procedures easier to handle.

The required method for measuring flexibility calls for the use of cylindrical mandrel equipment. This technique works with a variety of resilient flooring materials, including some tiles and sheet goods. Using the mandrel device, this test method allows for the assessment of the material's flexibility properties by applying bending or rolling forces to the test material.