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 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.

1.4 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 (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

D685 Practice for Conditioning Paper and Paper Products for Testing

D751 Test Methods for Coated Fabrics

D1308 Test Method for Effect of Household Chemicals on Clear and Pigmented Organic Finishes

D2486 Test Methods for Scrub Resistance of Wall Paints

E84 Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

E2404 Practice for Specimen Preparation and Mounting of Wall or Ceiling Coverings to Assess Surface Burning Characteristics

G21 Practice for Determining Resistance of Synthetic Polymeric Materials to Fungi

Federal Standards

ICC Codes

Keywords

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; Classification (standards)--consumer products; Consumer safety specifications; Durability--building materials/applications; Wallcovering materials/applications;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 91.180 (Interior finishing)

Citing ASTM Standards

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