Provides requirements for dimensions, minimum spongeability and grades of washability and colour fastness to light. Shows the symbols, used for marking purposes, for these characteristics and for matching methods of application and removal. Details marking requirements and covers the designation system. Marking requirements are primarily for consumer information to enable optimum use to be made of the product. Suitable for finished wallpaper, wall vinyl and plastics wallcovering adhesives which are not to be decorated after hanging. Excludes rigid materials, materials not attached by adhesive, wallcoverings for subsequent decoration, textile wallcoverings, heavy duty wallcoverings and non-decorative wallcoverings or those with special properties, e.g. thermal or acoustic insulation.

BS 1248(1954) : LATEST

BS EN 233 : 2016

EN 233 : 1999 - Identical