ASTM F793

This classification provides criteria by which wall covering of appropriate use characteristics can be chosen for particular residential and commercial decorating applications.

1. Scope

1.1 This classification covers the classification of wall covering by use characteristics, that is, according to its serviceability in use, recognizing that certain wall covering is designed primarily for decorative effect, while other wall covering is also designed to achieve a high degree of serviceability.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the 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 is used to measure and describe the properties of materials, products, or assemblies to heat and flame under controlled conditions, but does not by itself incorporate all factors required for fire hazard or fire risk assessment of the materials, products, or assemblies under actual fire conditions

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

2. Referenced Documents

D1308 Test Method for Effect of Household Chemicals on Clear and Pigmented Organic Finishes
D2486 Test Methods for Scrub Resistance of Wall Paints
D685 Practice for Conditioning Paper and Paper Products for Testing
D751 Test Methods for Coated Fabrics
E2404 Practice for Specimen Preparation and Mounting of Textile, Paper or Vinyl Wall or Ceiling Coverings to Assess Surface Burning Characteristics
E84 Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
G21 Practice for Determining Resistance of Synthetic Polymeric Materials to Fungi
Fed. Spec. CCC-W-408D Wall Covering, Vinyl-Coated
Fed. Std. No. 191 Textile Test Methods
IBC International Building Code
IFC International Fire Code
NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
NFPA 255 Method of Test of Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
NFPA 265 Methods of Fire Tests for Evaluating Room Fire Growth Contribution of Textile Coverings on Full Height Panels and Walls
NFPA 286 Methods of Fire Tests for Evaluating Contribution of Wall and Ceiling Interior Finish to Room Fire Growth
NFPA 5000 Building Construction and Safety Code
UL 723 Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

Index Terms

abrasion resistance; blocking resistance; breaking strength; coating adhesion; cold cracking resistance; colorfastness; crocking resistance; flame spread index; flammability characteristics; heat aging resistance; shrinkage; scrubbability; smoke developed index; stain resistance; tear resistance; washability; wall covering; ICS Number Code 91.180

Citing ASTM Standards

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