BS EN 16776:2016 PDF Download

A standard known as BS EN 16776:2016 outlines the specifications and features of polyurethane-based heterogeneous resilient floor coverings with thermosetting qualities. Rolls, planks, or tiles can be used to supply these floor coverings. The specification covers polyurethane floor coverings with a wear layer and other compact layers that can vary in composition, chemical crosslinking, and design. A décor layer, reinforcement, and other backing materials might also be present in these floor coverings.

This standard does not apply to floor coverings that are described in other standards like EN ISO 10582, EN ISO 24011, EN 1817, or EN 14565, which is an important distinction to make. The goal of this standard is to give consumers the knowledge they need to choose these floor coverings in an informed manner. The standard contains a system of use-intensity classifications that specify the conditions under which certain floor coverings should perform satisfactorily. The standard also outlines standards for labeling the floor coverings in order to guarantee compliance.