This European Standard specifies the characteristics of plain and decorated linoleum on a foam backing as a compound floor covering@ supplied in roll form. To encourage the consumer to make an informed choice@ this European Standard includes a classification system based on intensity of use@ which shows where resilient floor coverings should give satisfactory service (see EN 685). It also includes requirements for marking. The term ??linoleum' is frequently incorrectly applied to a range of floor coverings@ often to those based on polyvinyl chloride or rubber. Such materials are not included in this standard.
EN 686:2011 history
2019EN 686:2019 Resilient floor coverings - Specification for plain and decorative linoleum on a foam backing
2011EN 686:2011 Resilient floor coverings - Specification for plain and decorative linoleum on a foam backing
1997EN 686:1997 Resilient Floor Coverings - Specification for Plain and Decorative Linoleum on a Foam Backing