EN 15836-1:2010
(Main)Plastics - Plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-P) membranes for inground swimming pools - Part 1: Homogenous membranes of nominal thickness equal to or greater than 0,75 mm
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies the visual, dimensional, mechanical and durability characteristics of plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-P) homogenous membranes of nominal thickness greater than or equal to 0,75 mm for use as liners for inground swimming pools. It also specifies the characteristics of the composition of the PVC-P used to produce the membranes.
It applies specifically to homogenous membranes intended for use in swimming pools where the water temperature is less than or equal to 28 °C. If the membrane manufacturer permits a temperature of water continuously maintained above 28 °C, this document also applies.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 22-Jun-2010
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 402 - Private family Swimming Pools and related materials/equipment and accessories
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 249/WG 14 - PVC-P swimming pool liners
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 01-Aug-2021
- Completion Date
- 23-Sep-2026
Overview - EN 15836-1:2010 (PVC-P membranes for inground pools)
EN 15836-1:2010 is the CEN European Standard that defines requirements for plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC‑P) homogenous membranes used as liners for inground swimming pools. It covers membranes of nominal thickness ≥ 0.75 mm intended for pools with water temperature up to 28 °C (or higher when explicitly permitted by the manufacturer). The standard specifies visual, dimensional, mechanical and durability characteristics as well as composition limits for the PVC‑P compound.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Scope and application: Homogenous PVC‑P membranes for inground pool liners; sampling from unused rolls and conditioning in standard atmosphere (23/50) prior to testing.
- Material composition: Requirements for the PVC‑P compound including declared density (n ± 0.02 g/cm3), water absorption ≤ 1 % after 168 h immersion, and CaCO3 content ≤ 3 % (see Annex A).
- Chemical and health limits: Total concentration of heavy metals (Pb, Cd, Hg, Cr(VI), As) ≤ 100 mg/kg; compliance with applicable national/international regulations.
- Visual and surface quality: Inspection method for visible defects (bubbles, blisters, streaks, pinholes, mottling), colour matching and printed/embossed surface expectations (EN 1850-2, EN 20105-A02 referenced).
- Dimensional & mechanical tests: Dimensional stability, thickness, tensile strength and elongation, tear and joint resistance are addressed using referenced EN/ISO test methods.
- Durability assessments: Resistance to chlorine, staining agents and artificial weathering (xenon arc), microbial action and abrasion (Annex B and C and EN ISO methods).
- Documentation: Marking, designation, storage, installation, refurbishment and maintenance guidance for liners.
Practical applications and users
This standard is used to:
- Assist manufacturers in formulating and certifying PVC‑P pool liners.
- Guide testing laboratories performing compliance and QA tests.
- Help specifiers, architects, engineers and pool installers select suitable liners that meet safety, durability and aesthetic criteria.
- Support procurement and regulatory bodies in drawing technical specifications and verifying conformity. Practical uses include product development, factory and on-site quality control, procurement specifications, and maintenance/refurbishment planning for inground pools.
Related standards
- EN 15836-2 - Plastics: Reinforced membranes (nominal thickness ≥ 1.5 mm)
- Referenced test standards (examples): EN ISO 62, EN ISO 1183‑1, EN 1850‑2, EN ISO 4892‑2, EN 12310‑2, EN 12316‑2.
Keywords: EN 15836-1:2010, PVC‑P membranes, inground swimming pools, PVC pool liners, homogenous membranes, pool liner standard, durability, chlorine resistance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 15836-1:2010 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Plastics - Plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-P) membranes for inground swimming pools - Part 1: Homogenous membranes of nominal thickness equal to or greater than 0,75 mm". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the visual, dimensional, mechanical and durability characteristics of plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-P) homogenous membranes of nominal thickness greater than or equal to 0,75 mm for use as liners for inground swimming pools. It also specifies the characteristics of the composition of the PVC-P used to produce the membranes. It applies specifically to homogenous membranes intended for use in swimming pools where the water temperature is less than or equal to 28 °C. If the membrane manufacturer permits a temperature of water continuously maintained above 28 °C, this document also applies.
This European Standard specifies the visual, dimensional, mechanical and durability characteristics of plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-P) homogenous membranes of nominal thickness greater than or equal to 0,75 mm for use as liners for inground swimming pools. It also specifies the characteristics of the composition of the PVC-P used to produce the membranes. It applies specifically to homogenous membranes intended for use in swimming pools where the water temperature is less than or equal to 28 °C. If the membrane manufacturer permits a temperature of water continuously maintained above 28 °C, this document also applies.
EN 15836-1:2010 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 83.140.10 - Films and sheets. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 15836-1:2010 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 1849-2:2019, EN 1107-2:2001, EN ISO 1183-1:2025, EN 1848-2:2001, EN ISO 846:1997, EN ISO 291:2008, EN 20105-A02:1994, EN ISO 527-1:2019, EN 12317-2:2010, EN 12316-2:2013, EN ISO 5470-1:1999, EN 1850-2:2001, EN 495-5:2013, EN 12310-2:2018, EN 438-2:2005. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Kunststoffe - Membranen aus weichmacherhaltigem Polyvinylchlorid (PVC–P) für erdverlegte Schwimmbäder - Teil 1: Homogene Membranen mit einer Nenndicke von mindestens 0,75 mmPlastiques - Membranes en poly(chlorure de vinyle) plastifié (PVC-P) pour piscines enterrées - Partie 1: Membranes homogènes d'épaisseur nominale supérieure ou égale à 0,75 mmPlastics - Plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-P) membranes for inground swimming pools - Part 1: Homogenous membranes of nominal thickness equal to or greater than 0,75 mm83.140.10Filmi in folijeFilms and sheetsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15836-1:2010SIST EN 15836-1:2010en,fr,de01-september-2010SIST EN 15836-1:2010SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 15836-1
June 2010 ICS 83.140.10 English Version
Plastics - Plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-P) membranes for inground swimming pools -Part 1: Homogenous membranes of nominal thickness equal to or greater than 0,75 mm
Plastiques - Membranes en poly(chlorure de vinyle) plastifié (PVC-P) pour piscines enterrées - Partie 1: Membranes homogènes d'épaisseur nominale supérieure ou égale à 0,75 mm
Kunststoffe - Kunststoffbahnen aus weichmacherhaltigem Polyvinylchlorid (PVC-P) für erdverlegte Schwimmbäder - Teil 1: Homogene Bahnen mit einer Nenndicke von mindestens 0,75 mm This European Standard was approved by CEN on 19 May 2010.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN Management Centre or to any CEN member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
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Determination of the contents of CaCO3, heavy metals and other elements . 12Annex B (normative)
Assessment of chlorine resistance . 13B.1 Principle . 13B.2 Test liquid . 13B.3 Apparatus . 13B.4 Test pieces . 13B.5 Procedure . 13B.6 Test report . 14Annex C (normative)
Assessment of the resistance to staining agents . 15C.1 Principle . 15C.2 Staining agents . 15C.3 Apparatus . 15C.4 Test specimens . 15C.5 Procedure . 15C.6 Expression of results . 16C.7 Test report . 16Bibliography . 17SIST EN 15836-1:2010
Part 1: Homogenous membranes of nominal thickness equal to or greater than 0,75 mm [this standard] Part 2: Reinforced membranes of nominal thickness equal to or greater than 1,5 mm
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
removable independent pocket, factory-made from waterproof, flexible, expandable, plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-P) membranes NOTE The liner contributes to the leaktightness of a swimming pool in the same way as the parts to be sealed and the pipework. 3.1.3 inground swimming pool permanent installation containing treated water for water activities totally or partially realized under the ground level with a water depth ≥ 0,85 m or a water volume ≥ 8 m3 3.2 Symbols En thickness of the membrane declared by the manufacturer, in millimetres ln width declared by the manufacturer, in metres or millimetres Ln length of the roll declared by the manufacturer, in metres n mass density declared by the manufacturer, in grams per cubic centimetre 3.3 Abbreviations CaCO3
calcium carbonate PVC-P
plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) SIST EN 15836-1:2010
Test parameters Test method Density
(n ± 0,02) g/cm3 n: density as declared by the manufacturer Test temperature
23 °C EN ISO 1183-1
Water absorption
≤ 1 % mass Duration of immersion Test temperature
168 h (23 ± 2) °C
EN ISO 62:2008, Method 1 CaCO3 content ≤
3 % mass
Annex A
5.2 Heavy metals and other dangerous substances The PVC-P membranes should conform to all national and international regulations in force. The PVC-P membranes shall consist of materials that are not substances classified as carcinogen category 1 or carcinogen category 2, mutagen category 1 or mutagen category 2, toxic to reproduction category 1 or toxic to reproduction category 2 (see Directive 76/769/EEC [1]). The total concentration of lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), mercury (Hg), hexavalent chromium [Cr(VI)] and arsenic (As) shall not exceed 100 mg/kg. NOTE This requirement is based on the concentration levels of heavy metals present in packaging as defined in Directive 94/62/EC, Article 11 [2].
For the determination of the total concentration of Pb, Cd, Hg, Cr(VI) and As, the method given in Annex A shall be used. 5.3 Environmental aspects The PVC-P compounds are recyclable materials that can be treated in a material recovery process intended to save resources while minimising harmful emissions into air, water and soil as well as their impacts on human health. SIST EN 15836-1:2010
6 Visual characteristics
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