What is PD CEN/TS 16611 – Furniture microscratching testing about ?
Furniture is not just practical, it is also decorative. Scratches and stains on furniture can affect the aesthetics of the entire space. In addition, these scratches and stains contribute towards reducing the longevity of the furniture.
PD CEN/TS 16611 specifies a method for the assessment of the surface resistance to micro scratching and relates to rigid surfaces of all finished products regardless of materials. PD CEN/TS 16611 mentions two methods for the same: Method A and Method B
Method A is suitable for all types of surface coatings and coverings except for lacquers with pearly or metallic effects.
Method B is suitable for all types of surfaces. It does not apply to finishes on leather and fabrics. The test is intended to be carried out on a part of finished furniture, but can be carried out on test panels of the same material, finished in an identical manner to the finished product, and of a size sufficient to meet the requirements of the test. It is essential that the test is carried out on unused surfaces.
Who is PD CEN/TS 16611 - Furniture microscratching testing for?
PD CEN/TS 16611 on ‘furniture microscratching testing’ is useful for:
- Furniture manufacturers
- Furniture designers
- Product development teams / innovation teams
- Quality control personnel
- Research and development teams
Why should you use PD CEN/TS 16611 - Furniture microscratching testing ?
Surface resistance to microscratching contributes to the performance of the furniture. The test surface is exposed to the scrub material for a predetermined number of rubs. PD CEN/TS 16611 walks you through using the martindale tester to assess micro scratches on furniture.
Using the test method provided in PD CEN/TS 16611, you will be able to provide your customers with high-quality, durable furniture.
What’s changed since the last update ?
PD CEN/TS 16611 supersedes CEN/TS 16611:2014. PD CEN/TS 16611 includes an editorial change with respect to CEN/TS 16611:2014 which is:
- In 8.2.2.1 “2 or 3” is replaced by “3 or 4”