Paints and varnishes - Paints and varnishes for interior walls and ceilings - Classification

This document specifies a general system for the classification of paints and varnishes for interior walls and ceilings for the decoration of new and old, coated and uncoated surfaces.

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Peintures et vernis - Peintures et vernis pour murs et plafonds intérieurs - Classification

Le présent document spécifie un système général de classification des peintures et vernis destinés à être appliqués sur des murs et plafonds intérieurs, pour la décoration de surfaces revêtues ou non revêtues, neuves ou anciennes.

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Ta evropski standard določa splošni sistem za klasifikacijo premazov na vodni osnovi ter premaznih sistemov za dekoracijo oziroma zaščito notranjih zidov in stropov, sestavljenih iz novih in starih, premazanih ter nepremazanih površin.

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Status
Published
Public Enquiry End Date
02-May-2021
Publication Date
22-Dec-2022
Technical Committee
IBLP - Paints and varnishes
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
15-Dec-2022
Due Date
19-Feb-2023
Completion Date
23-Dec-2022

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Overview

SIST EN 13300:2023 defines a systematic approach for the classification of paints and varnishes intended for interior walls and ceilings. This European Standard, adopted as a Slovenian national standard, establishes clear classification criteria for coatings used in the decoration and finishing of both new and existing, coated and uncoated, interior surfaces. The goal is to facilitate effective communication between manufacturers, suppliers, specifiers, and end users, ensuring an informed selection of suitable coating materials and the removal of technical barriers to trade.

Key Topics

  • Classification by End Use: Paints and varnishes are categorized based on their intended purpose:

    • Decoration
    • Special properties
  • Binder Type: Coatings are grouped according to the chemical type of binder responsible for core performance properties. Common examples include acrylic resin, vinyl resin, alkyd resin, epoxy resin, hydraulic lime, and silicate. The choice of binder heavily influences the durability, application, and appearance.

  • Gloss Level: Gloss classification is determined by specular gloss measurement at specific angles, providing standardized terms such as gloss, mid sheen (semi-gloss/semi-matt/satin), matt, or dead-matt. Gloss impacts the aesthetic and practical aspects like light reflectance and cleaning ease.

  • Granularity: The largest grain size in the coating determines texture and feel, classified as:

    • S1 Fine (≤ 100 µm)
    • S2 Medium (≤ 300 µm)
    • S3 Coarse (≤ 1500 µm)
  • Wet Scrub Resistance: Demonstrates a coating's ability to withstand repeated cleaning, an important attribute for high-traffic or frequently cleaned areas. Five classes indicate progressive resistance.

  • Hiding Power: Relates to a paint’s coverage efficiency, specifically for white and light-colored opaque paints. It classifies the capacity to obscure the substrate beneath with defined thresholds-from excellent to low hiding power.

  • Cleanability: Refers to how easily stains can be removed from a painted surface without significant alteration in appearance. This characteristic is especially critical for environments prone to soiling.

Applications

The system defined in SIST EN 13300:2023 supports a broad range of practical applications, such as:

  • Selection and specification of paints and varnishes for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings.
  • Quality assurance for manufacturers and suppliers, ensuring products are fit for purpose and meet client requirements.
  • Providing architects, interior designers, and contractors with standardized data to compare and select suitable products for decoration, renovation, or maintenance of interior environments.
  • Facilitating compliance with building codes and sustainability targets by ensuring that coating systems deliver appropriate performance for their intended use.

By utilizing this standard classification system, project teams can match paint and varnish characteristics-including durability, finish, texture, and ease of cleaning-to the functional needs and aesthetic goals of the space.

Related Standards

For comprehensive understanding and implementation, the following related standards are referenced in SIST EN 13300:2023:

  • EN ISO 787-7 / EN ISO 787-18: Methods for determining residue on sieve, relevant for assessing granularity.
  • EN ISO 1524: Determination of grind fineness, supporting evaluation of grain size.
  • EN ISO 2813: Standardized test methods for gloss measurement.
  • EN ISO 6504-3: Methods for measuring hiding power specifically for masonry and interior paints.
  • EN ISO 11998: Procedures for testing wet scrub resistance and cleanability of coatings.
  • EN ISO 4618: Terminology and definitions for paints and varnishes.

Adhering to these international standards ensures consistency, reliability, and compatibility across the coatings industry, supporting high-quality interior finishes for a wide array of construction and renovation projects.

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SIST EN 13300:2023 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Paints and varnishes - Paints and varnishes for interior walls and ceilings - Classification". This standard covers: This document specifies a general system for the classification of paints and varnishes for interior walls and ceilings for the decoration of new and old, coated and uncoated surfaces.

This document specifies a general system for the classification of paints and varnishes for interior walls and ceilings for the decoration of new and old, coated and uncoated surfaces.

SIST EN 13300:2023 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 87.040 - Paints and varnishes. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

SIST EN 13300:2023 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 13300:2002, SIST EN 13300:2002/AC:2002, SIST EN ISO 2813:2015, SIST EN ISO 1524:2020, SIST EN ISO 11998:2006, SIST EN ISO 787-18:1997, SIST EN ISO 787-7:2009, SIST EN 16402:2019, SIST EN ISO 19363:2021, SIST EN 16402:2014, SIST EN ISO 17409:2020, SIST EN ISO 6504-3:2020. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-februar-2023
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 13300:2002
SIST EN 13300:2002/AC:2002
Barve in laki - Barve in laki za notranje zidove in stropove - Klasifikacija
Paints and varnishes - Paints and varnishes for interior walls and ceilings - Classification
Beschichtungsstoffe - Wasserhaltige Beschichtungsstoffe und Beschichtungssysteme für
Wände und Decken im Innenbereich - Einteilung
Peintures et vernis - Peintures et vernis pour murs et plafonds intérieurs - Classification
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13300:2022
ICS:
87.040 Barve in laki Paints and varnishes
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EN 13300
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
November 2022
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 87.040 Supersedes EN 13300:2001
English Version
Paints and varnishes - Paints and varnishes for interior
walls and ceilings - Classification
Peintures et vernis - Peintures et vernis pour murs et Beschichtungsstoffe - Wasserhaltige
plafonds intérieurs - Classification Beschichtungsstoffe und Beschichtungssysteme für
Wände und Decken im Innenbereich - Einteilung
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 16 October 2022.

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-CENELEC 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-CENELEC 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, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and
United Kingdom.
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© 2022 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 13300:2022 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.

Contents Page
European foreword . 3
Introduction . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 5
4 Classification. 6
4.1 General. 6
4.2 Classification by end use . 6
4.3 Classification by chemical type of binder . 6
4.4 Gloss . 6
4.5 Largest grain size (granularity) . 7
4.6 Wet scrub resistance . 7
4.7 Hiding power for white or light-coloured opaque paints . 8
4.8 Cleanability . 9
Bibliography . 10

European foreword
This document (EN 13300:2022) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 139 “Paints and
varnishes”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by May 2022, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by May 2022.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 13300:2001.
In comparison with the previous edition, the following technical modifications have been made:
— Revision of normative references
— Revision of terms and definitions
— Changes in classification by specular gloss
— Changes in classification by granularity
— Introduction of uncertainty principle in wet scrub resistance classes
— Introduction of uncertainty principle in hiding power classes
— Introduction of cleanability
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations 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, Republic of North
Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and the United
Kingdom.
FprEN 13300:2022 (E)
Introduction
This document identifies criteria that need to be considered when assessing the suitability of a coating
material for a particular end use and provides a framework for communicating this information between
manufacturer and user. This should assist in the removal of technical barriers to trade. It is in the
responsibility of the manufacturer of a coating material to designate the appropriate categories for end
use and appearance.
The coating materials are assessed independently of the substrate to which the material is intended to be
applied. Properties such as adhesion and texture that are dependent on the substrate have, therefore, not
been included. Nevertheless, it is essential that the coating system adheres properly to its appropriately
prepared substrate. It needs to maintain adhesion under normal conditions during its specified lifetime.
Where applicable, the characteristics of the complete coating system, including combination of materials,
sequence and thickness of layers, method(s) of application, colour and opacity, should preferably be
agreed between supplier, specifier, applicator and customer. Requirements for substrate preparation
should also be specified and observed.
Coating thickness and texture are subject to the manufacturer's recommendations and are affected by
the method of application, the properties of the substrate and the formulation. These factors affect many
important properties of the coating system such as soiling resistance and general appearance.
Care shall be taken to apply the coating materials under suitable temperature and humidity conditions
and to observe recommended drying times and overcoating intervals.
The coating should be recoatable at least by the same coating material. Full information should be
provided in supplier's data sheets.
The classes defined in this document are not intended to represent a quality scale but shall enable a
qualified choice of the suitable coating material for an individual purpose.
1 Scope
This document specifies a general system for the classification of paints and varnishes, for interior walls
and ceilings, for the decoration of new
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