BS EN 438-4:2016

What is BS EN 438-4 – Compact laminates about?  

BS EN 438-4 is the fourth part of an international standard used for high-pressure decorative laminates (HPL). BS EN 438-4 helps in classifying and characterizing these compact laminates which are useful in maintaining the surface clean, hygiene and healthy for end users. 

BS EN 438-4 specifies performance requirements for two types of compact laminates of thickness 2 mm or greater produced by using a high-pressure process intended for interior use.  

Note: EN 438-2 specifies the methods of test relevant to this European Standard. 

Who is BS EN 438-4 - Compact laminates for? 

BS EN 438-4 on high-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) is useful for: 

• Constructors of buildings 
• Architects 
• Interior designers 
• Civil engineers 

Why should you use BS EN 438-4 - Compact laminates?  

The compact laminates are useful in decorating surface materials. This compact laminate is the most durable decorative laminate.  

BS EN 438-4 can help you in determining the characteristic of compact laminates. This helps in evaluating the performance of these laminates. By using BS EN 438-4 you can ensure the sustainability of these compact laminates in different conditions.  

Using BS EN 438-4 you can classify the requirements for compact laminates. This helps in standardizing the manufacturing process and is useful in maintaining good hygiene and anti-static properties.  

What’s changed since the last update?  

BS EN 438-4:2016 supersedes BS EN 438-4:2005. BS EN 438-4:2016 includes some technical changes with respect to BS EN 438-4:2005. These include: 

• Table 2-dimensional tolerance requirements and table 3 general requirements have been revised. 
• Supplemental properties are added 
• Annex A has been revised