BS EN 13553:2017

What is BS EN 13553 – Specification for polyvinyl chloride floor coverings for use in special wet areas about?  

BS EN 13553 applies to resilient floor coverings. BS EN 13553 European standard specifies the minimum additional characteristics which are necessary for: 

• Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings in roll form according to  ISO 10581 or  ISO 10582 
• Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings with foam backing in roll form to BS EN 651 
• Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings with particle based enhanced slip resistance in roll form to BS EN 13845 to be installed satisfactorily in special wet areas to form a watertight installation with a long life. 

BS EN 13553 specifies two categories (A and B) for use on different substrates. The main objective of the BS EN 13553 is to ensure the efficiency of the polyvinyl chloride floor coverings and minimize the risk of product failure. 

Who is BS EN 13553 - Specification for polyvinyl chloride floor coverings for use in special wet areas for? 

BS EN 13553 on polyvinyl chloride floor coverings is useful for: 

• Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings manufacturers 
• Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings installers 
• Quality control authorities 

Why should you use BS EN 13553 - Specification for polyvinyl chloride floor coverings for use in special wet areas?  

Polyvinyl chloride floor coverings are waterproof and ensure spills and humidity will not damage the floor covering.   

BS EN 13553 provides the characteristics of polyvinyl chloride floor coverings that are suitable for wet areas that can ensure the floor covering can sustain the wet areas. BS EN 13553 provides water tightness for floor coverings that can help to determine the capillary action of the flooring. This can prove that the polyvinyl chloride floor coverings do not absorb water or are not sensitive to moisture that ensure the performance characteristics of the floor coverings.