BS EN 16094:2021

What is BS EN 16094 about?  

BS EN 16094 specifies a test method for the micro-scratch resistance with two procedures (A and B) and a test method for polishing resistance (procedure C), which can be used for all types of laminate floor coverings. The resistance to polishing is related to mat surfaces. 

Who is BS EN 16094 for? 

BS EN 16094 on laminate floor coverings —is applicable to: 

• Martindale abrasion machine manufacturers and users 
• Laminate floor coverings producers 
• Laminate floor cover installers 
• Testing laboratories  

Why should you use BS EN 16094?  

Scratch testing is carried out to get an insight into materials to determine the resistance to abrasion and wear of modern composite material.  

BS EN 16094 provides a method that simulates the wear and tear at an accelerated rate to determine a product's resilience to gloss change and visible scratching. This will help the manufacture to provide products that are resistant to scratch and have longer shelf life. 

BS EN 16094 test method for the micro-scratch resistance. 

What’s changed since the last update? 

BS EN 16094:2021 supersedes BS EN 16094:2012, which is withdrawn. 

In BS EN 16094:2021 comparison with the BS EN 16094:2012, the following technical modifications have been made: 

• Addition of a method C for evaluation of polishing effect on mat laminate flooring Surfaces 
• Introduction of a reference HPL for calibration of the respective scrub materials