ASTM D2394 : 17(2022)

Standard Test Methods for Simulated Service Testing of Wood and Wood-Based Finish Flooring

Standard Details

1.1 These test methods cover procedures for measuring the performance of finish flooring under the following service loadings and conditions:

	Section
Loading Tests
Concentrated Loading	7
Floor Surface Indentation from Small Area Loads	12
Falling-Ball Indentation	18
Rolling Load	23
Mechanical Tests
Abrasion Resistance	28
Coefficient of Friction	33
Moisture Tests
Surface Wetting	38

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International StandardDetails, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.