EN 14527:2016+A1:2018
(Main + Amendment)Shower trays for domestic purposes
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies "characteristics", test methods and procedures for evaluation of conformity for shower trays used for domestic purposes which ensure that the product, when installed, used and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, will satisfy cleanability and durability when used for personal hygiene.
This standard is applicable to all sizes and shapes of shower trays.
This standard does not cover shower trays for use with medical provisions.
NOTE 1 For the purpose of this standard the term "domestic purposes" includes use in hotels, accommodation for students, hospitals and similar buildings.
NOTE 2 Annex A lists characteristics of materials commonly used for manufacturing shower trays.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 13-Nov-2018
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Aug-2020
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 163 - Sanitary appliances
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 163/WG 4 - Baths (W/Pools) - Shower trays (Performance testing)
- Current Stage
- 9092 - Decision on results of review/2YR ENQ - revise - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 09-Dec-2021
- Completion Date
- 17-Sep-2026
Overview - EN 14527:2016+A1:2018 (Shower trays for domestic purposes)
EN 14527:2016+A1:2018 is the CEN European standard that defines characteristics, test methods and conformity assessment for shower trays intended for domestic purposes. The standard ensures that shower trays, when installed, used and maintained according to the manufacturer’s instructions, meet required cleanability and durability for personal hygiene applications. It applies to all sizes and shapes of shower trays but excludes trays intended for medical uses. Annex A lists commonly used shower tray materials.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Scope & classification
- Two product types: Type 1 (requirements in Clause 5) and Type 2 (requirements in Clause 6).
- Cleanability
- Surfaces in contact with water must be non‑absorbent, smooth and free of inaccessible corners that impair cleaning.
- Drainage: at least one waste outlet complying with EN 251; tray must empty unless surface tension prevents it.
- Durability
- Stability of the bottom: no permanent distortion or cracking after load testing (Clause 8.1).
- Chemical and staining resistance: resistance to acids, alkalis, alcohols, bleaches and common stains (Table 1) with only removable superficial changes permitted (Clause 8.2).
- Resistance to temperature changes (Clause 8.3).
- Test methods
- Defined laboratory procedures for bottom stability, chemical resistance and thermal cycling.
- Conformity & factory control
- Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance (AVCP), type testing and factory production control requirements are specified (Clause 10).
- Materials & surfaces
- Informative annexes describe synthetic, ceramic, enamelled, stainless steel and natural stone options and surface considerations.
Practical applications - who uses EN 14527
- Manufacturers - design, material selection, product testing, marking and instructions to demonstrate compliance.
- Test laboratories - perform standardized tests for stability, chemical and thermal resistance.
- Specifiers / architects / consultants - select compliant shower trays for residential, hotel, student accommodation and similar buildings.
- Installers & facility managers - understand performance expectations, maintenance and cleaning guidance.
- Regulatory bodies & procurement - evaluate conformity under the Construction Products Regulation (see Annex ZA).
Related standards and keywords
- Normative references include EN 251 (connecting dimensions for waste outlets) and EN ISO 28706 parts for enamel chemical resistance testing.
- SEO keywords: EN 14527, shower trays, domestic shower trays, cleanability, durability, test methods, conformity assessment, EN 251, chemical resistance.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 19-Jan-2023
- Effective Date
- 18-Jan-2023
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 14527:2016+A1:2018 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Shower trays for domestic purposes". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies "characteristics", test methods and procedures for evaluation of conformity for shower trays used for domestic purposes which ensure that the product, when installed, used and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, will satisfy cleanability and durability when used for personal hygiene. This standard is applicable to all sizes and shapes of shower trays. This standard does not cover shower trays for use with medical provisions. NOTE 1 For the purpose of this standard the term "domestic purposes" includes use in hotels, accommodation for students, hospitals and similar buildings. NOTE 2 Annex A lists characteristics of materials commonly used for manufacturing shower trays.
This European Standard specifies "characteristics", test methods and procedures for evaluation of conformity for shower trays used for domestic purposes which ensure that the product, when installed, used and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, will satisfy cleanability and durability when used for personal hygiene. This standard is applicable to all sizes and shapes of shower trays. This standard does not cover shower trays for use with medical provisions. NOTE 1 For the purpose of this standard the term "domestic purposes" includes use in hotels, accommodation for students, hospitals and similar buildings. NOTE 2 Annex A lists characteristics of materials commonly used for manufacturing shower trays.
EN 14527:2016+A1:2018 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.140.70 - Sanitary installations. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 14527:2016+A1:2018 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 14527:2016/prA1:2017, EN 14527:2016, EN ISO 28706-2:2011, EN 251:2012, EN ISO 28706-1:2011, EN ISO 28706-3:2011, EN ISO 10651-5:2021, EN ISO 10524-3:2019, EN ISO 80601-2-13:2022, EN ISO 15002:2024, EN ISO 11197:2019, EN ISO 27427:2019, CEN/TR 17426:2019, CEN/TR 17221:2018, EN ISO 10524-1:2019. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 14527:2016+A1:2018 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011; Standardization Mandates: M/110. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Duschwannen für den HausgebrauchReceveurs de douche à usage domestiqueShower trays for domestic purposes91.140.70Sanitarne napraveSanitary installationsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 14527:2016+A1:2018SIST EN 14527:2016+A1:2019en,fr,de01-januar-2019SIST EN 14527:2016+A1:2019SLOVENSKI
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Materials . 16 A.1 Synthetic materials . 16 A.2 Ceramic materials. 16 A.2.1 Vitreous china . 16 A.2.2 Fireclay . 16 A.3 Enamelled materials . 16 A.3.1 Enamelled cast iron . 16 A.3.2 Enamelled steel . 16 A.4 Stainless steel . 17 A.5 Natural stone . 17 Annex B (informative)
Surface of shower trays . 18 Annex ZA (informative)
!Relationship of this European Standard with Regulation No. 305/2011" . 19 ZA.1 Scope and relevant characteristics . 19 ZA.2 System of Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance (AVCP) . 19 ZA.3 Assignment of AVCP tasks . 20 Bibliography . 21
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