MÖBELFAKTA’S

REQUIREMENTS SPECIFICATION

Ver. 2023-04-01 (15)


 

 

CONTENTS

CONTENTS. 2

1        QUALITY. 4

1.1   Safety/function. 4

1.1.1   Domestic environment 4

1.1.2   Non-domestic. 7

1.1.3   Office environment 11

1.1.4   Educational environments. 15

1.1.5   Outdoor. 18

1.2   Dimensions. 19

1.2.1   Office furniture. 19

1.3   Surface resistance. 21

1.3.1   Use classes – indoor. 21

1.3.2   Use classes – outdoor. 24

1.4   Fire. 26

1.4.1   Upholstered seating furniture. 26

1.4.2   Reclining furniture and mattresses. 26

1.5   Upholstery. 27

1.5.1   Leather. 27

1.5.2   Textile (indoor furniture) 29

1.5.3   Textile (outdoor furniture) 30

1.5.4   Terms. 31

1.6   Acoustics. 32

1.7   Glass. 32

2        ENVIRONMENT. 33

2.1   Mandatory material requirements. 33

2.1.1   SVHC/ECHA’s candidate list 33

2.1.2   Wood and wood-based material 33

2.1.3   Textile and leather. 34

2.1.4   Plastic and rubber. 38

2.1.5   Padding material 39

2.1.6   Surface treatment of wood, plastic and metal 40

2.1.7   Metal 42

2.1.8   Adhesives. 42

2.2   Mandatory product requirements. 43

2.2.1   Recycling: Marking of plastic parts. 43

2.2.2   Traceability: Marking. 43

2.2.3   Spare parts and warranty. 43

2.2.4   Product information. 43

2.2.5   Packaging. 43

3        RESPONSIBLE SUPPLY CHAINS – SOCIAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITY. 44

3.1   Requirements within human rights, labour law, environment, and anti-corruption. 44

3.1.1   Human Rights. 44

3.1.2   Labour law.. 45

3.1.3   Environment 46

3.1.4   Anti-corruption. 46

3.2   Policies and procedures. 47

3.2.1   Policy obligation. 47

3.2.2   Communicating the policy obligation. 47

3.2.3   Division of responsibility. 48

3.2.4   Risk analysis. 49

3.2.5   Follow-up. 51

3.2.6   Compliance management 52

APPENDIX 1 - Definitions. 54

APPENDIX 2 - Component list 55

APPENDIX 3 - References. 56

4        INFORMATION.. 58

4.1   Version history. 58

4.2   Validity. 58

4.3   Applied version of requirement specification. 58

 

 


 

1         QUALITY

1.1      Safety/function

Safety/function is the collective term for the properties in the basic standards designated safety, strength and durability. Safety/function covers, and is separated into, the different environmental categories that an item of furniture is intended for and is tested for according to the relevant standard.

A valid test report/certificate from an accredited institute/laboratory/enterprise must be available to verify the safety/function requirements.  A valid test report/certificate means that the item of furniture/component is tested according to applicable standards including normative annex and has not changed in significant respects since it was tested. It is possible to test according to preliminary standards during the revision process.  This is only applicable where those preliminary standards are in the approval phase where no technical changes are allowed. Where applicable, there is a transition period for the current standard which in those cases are specified in the requirement.

1.1.1     Domestic environment

1.1.1.1        Seating furniture

The following standard sets the requirements for an item of seating furniture for adults, intended for use in a domestic environment. The requirements apply to all types of seating for domestic use.

EN 12520:2016

Domestic furniture – Seating furniture – Strength, durability and safety requirements

 

1.1.1.2        Tables

The following standard sets the requirements for a table for adults, intended for use in a domestic environment. The requirements apply to all types of tables for domestic use.

-          Glass as a material is included in section 1.7.

EN 12521:2016

Domestic furniture – Tables – Strength, durability and safety requirements.

 

1.1.1.3        Storage units/kitchen/bathroom

The following standard sets the requirements for a storage unit intended for domestic use. Fittings for kitchens and bathrooms included. The requirements apply to all types of storage furniture including worktops for domestic use. The units may be either freestanding or attached to the wall/building.

-          Kitchen drawers and doors should be tested at 80,000 cycles according to EN 16121:2013+A1:2018 table 5 level 2 and other storage furniture at 20,000 cycles.

-          Glass as a material is included in section 1.7.

EN 14749:2016+A1:2022

Furniture for domestic and kitchen use – Storage units and work tops – Safety requirements and test methods.

* Tests performed according to EN 14749:2016 are accepted until 2025-12-31.

Alternatively:

EN 16121:2013 + A1:2018 Level 1

Non-domestic furniture - Storage furniture - Strength, durability and safety requirements.


For other freestanding storage furniture such as magazine racks, coat hangers, etc. additional requirements as specified below apply:

EN 1023-2:2000*

Office furniture - Screens - Part 2: Mechanical safety requirements

*refers only to l stability only stability according to EN 1023-3:2000, 6.1

 

1.1.1.4        Reclining furniture/mattresses

The following standard sets the requirements for reclining furniture or mattresses for adults, intended for domestic use

The requirements apply to the following types of reclining furniture and mattresses:

·         Complete beds including relevant parts such as bedstead, bed base, mattress and overlay mattress.

·         Bedstead with or without bed base.

·         Bedstead with or without frame ends.

·         Bed base.

·         Mattress, including overlay mattress when applicable.

EN 1725:1998*

Domestic furniture – Beds and mattresses – Safety requirements and test methods.

EN 1957:2012

Domestic furniture - Beds and mattresses - Test methods for the determination of functional characteristics.

EN 1022:2018

Domestic furniture – Seating – Determination of stability

*Supplementary requirement is 20,000 cycles according to EN 1725:1998 item 7.3 and 25,000 cycles according to item 7.5.

 

1.1.1.5        Bunk beds/high beds

The following standard sets the requirements on bunk beds/high beds for domestic use. The requirements include bunk beds and high beds with a width of ≤1,200 mm. The distance, from the floor to the upper surface of the bed base, shall be
≥ 800 mm. The main purpose of these requirements is to prevent accidents to children.

Other products that may be included in a bunk bed or a high bed, e.g. tables or storage units, are not included in the specification.

EN 747-1:2012 + A1:2015

Domestic furniture – Bunk beds and high beds – Part 1: Safety, strength and durability requirements.

 

1.1.1.6        Children’s high chairs

The following standard sets the requirements on children’s high chairs for domestic use. The requirements include two different categories; active and passive high chairs. Active chairs are chairs where the child is strapped into the chair and passive chairs are where the child is not strapped in. The type of chair must be specified.

The requirements for high chairs are based upon the chair being used by children aged 6-36 months

EN 14988:2017 +A1:2020

Children’s high chairs - Part 1: Safety requirements

* Tests performed according to EN 14988:2017  are accepted until 2025-12-31.

 

1.1.1.7        Seating for children

The following standard sets the requirements for seating for children in domestic use. The requirement is based on that the furniture is used by children that is able to sit and walk by themselves up to 14 years.

The requirements is divided into 3 seating sizes  based on age and body height

Seating size 1: 1-3 years

Seating size 2: 4-7 years

Seating size 3: 8-14 years

It applies to the seating function only. If the seating has additional functions or can be converted into other products, other relevant European Standards may apply.

The standard is developed under a mandate from the EU-Commission,  M/527 (Children seats).

Standarden är utarbetad under mandat från EU kommissionen M/527 (Childrens seats) and it is inteded to be published in the OJEC.  

EN 17191:2021

 

Seating for children – Safety requirements and test methods

 

 


 

1.1.2     Non-domestic

1.1.2.1        Seating furniture

The following standard sets the requirements on seating furniture for adults intended for use in a non-domestic environment. The requirements apply to all types of seating for non-domestic use:

·         Chair/armchair

·         Stool

·         Easy chair/sofa including corner and section combinations

·         Bench

EN 16139:2013*

Non-domestic furniture - Seating furniture - Strength, durability and safety requirements.

*Furniture tested in accordance with EN 16139:2013 should be tested to at least level 1.

Load listing at higher user loads
With higher user weights, loads can be listed according to ISO 21015:2007 which means that the number of test loads in EN 16139: 2013 Table 1 should be listed using a factor which is directly proportional to the increase in load compared with the normal user weight of 110 kg. With user weights exceeding 110 kg the factors in Table 1 in EN 16139:2013 below should be listed: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12, and 13. With user weights up to 160 kg factors/loads should be listed using a multiple of 1.4 and with user weights up to 200 kg by 1.8. Factor 14 in Table 1 in EN 16139:2013 should be selected according to level 2 with user weights exceeding 110 kg.

 

1.1.2.2        Tables

The following standard sets the requirements on a table for adults intended for use in a non-domestic environment. The requirements include all types of table for non-domestic use:

·         Dining table

·         Desk/work table, other non-office tables

·         Coffee table

·         Sideboard

Glass as a material is included in section 1.7.

EN 15372:2016*

Level 2

Non-domestic furniture - Tables - Strength, durability and safety requirements.

 

1.1.2.3        Storage furniture

The following standards set the requirements on a storage unit intended for use in a domestic environment. The requirements apply to all types of storage furniture for use in a domestic environment:

·         Cupboard/cabinet/corner cupboard

·         Chest of drawers/draw unit

·         Bookshelf

·         Bureau

 

Fittings:

·         Base cabinet

·         Wall cabinet

·         High cabinet

·         Worktops

·         Coat hangers

·         Magazine racks

 

The units may be either freestanding or attached to the wall/building.

EN 16121:2013 + A1: 2018 Level 1

Non-domestic furniture – Strength, durability, stability and safety requirements.

For other freestanding storage furniture such as magazine racks, coat hangers, etc. additional requirements as specified below apply:

EN 1023-2:2000*

Office furniture - Screens - Part 2: Mechanical safety requirements

*refers only to l stability only stability according to EN 1023-3:2000, 6.1

 

1.1.2.4        Kitchens & Bathrooms

The following standard sets the requirements for kitchens & bathrooms intended for use in a non-domestic environment The requirements apply to all types of storage furniture for kitchen & bathroom incl. worktops:

·         Worktops

·         Bench cupboard

·         High cabinet

·         Wall cabinet

·         All cabinets including fittings.

 

Kitchen drawers and doors should be tested at 80,000 cycles according to EN 16121:2013 + A1:2018 table 5 level 2.

 

EN 14749:2016

+A1:2022*

Domestic and kitchen storage units and work tops - Safety requirements and test methods.

* Tests performed according to EN 14749:2016 are accepted until 2025-12-31.

 

Alternatively:

EN 16121:2013 + A1: 2018 Level 1

Non-domestic furniture - Storage furniture - Strength, durability and safety requirements.

 

1.1.2.5       Reclining furniture/mattresses

The following standard sets the requirements for reclining furniture or a mattress for adults for use in a non-domestic environment. These requirements are based on the European standard for domestic use, EN 1725:1998 including some tightening. The requirements apply to the following types of reclining furniture and mattresses:

·         Complete beds including relevant parts such as bedstead, bed base, mattress and overlay mattress.

·         Bedstead with or without bed base.

·         Bedstead with or without frame ends.

·         Bed base.

·         Mattress, including overlay mattress when applicable.


EN 1725:1998*

Domestic furniture – Beds and mattresses – Safety requirements and test methods.

EN 1957:2012

Domestic furniture - Beds and mattresses - Test methods for the determination of functional characteristics

EN 1022: EN 1022:2018

Domestic furniture – Seating – Determination of stability

* Supplementary requirement is 20,000 cycles according to EN 1725:1998 item 7.3 and 25,000 cycles according to item 7.5.


1.1.2.6        Bunk beds/high beds

The following standard sets the requirements for bunk beds/high beds intended for use in a non-domestic environment.

The distance, from the floor to the upper surface of the bed base, shall be ≥800 mm. The main purpose of the requirements is to prevent accidents to children.

Other products that may be included in a bunk bed or a high bed, e.g. tables or storage units, are not included in the specification.

EN 747-1:2012 + A1:2015

Domestic furniture – Bunk beds and high beds – Part 1: Safety, strength and durability requirements.

 

1.1.2.7        Children’s high chairs

The following standard sets the requirements on children's high chairs in non-domestic environments. The requirements include two different categories; active and passive high chairs. Active chairs are chairs where the child is strapped into the chair and passive chairs are where the child is not strapped in. The category of chair must be specified.

 

The requirements for high chairs are based upon the chair being used by children aged 6-36 months.

EN 14988:2017 +A1:2020

Children’s high chairs - Part 1: Safety requirements

* Tests performed according to EN 14988:2017  are accepted until 2025-12-31.

 

1.1.2.8        Seating for children

The following standard sets the requirements for seating for children in non-domestic use. The requirement is based on that the furniture is used by children that is able to sit and walk by themselves up to 14 years.

The requirements is divided into 3 seating sizes  based on age and body height

Seating size 1: 1-3 years

Seating size 2: 4-7 years

Seating size 3: 8-14 years

It applies to the seating function only. If the seating has additional functions or can be converted into other products, other relevant European Standards may apply.

The standard is developed under a mandate from the EU-Commission,  M/527 (Children seats).

Standarden är utarbetad under mandat från EU kommissionen M/527 (Childrens seats) and it is inteded to be published in the OJEC. 

EN 17191:2021

 

Seating for children – Safety requirements and test methods

 

 

 

1.1.2.9        Screens

The following standard sets the requirements for partitions for non-domestic environments. The requirements cover stand-alone partitions. Declaring the equivalent sound-absorbing area and screen damping according to section 1.6 Acoustics is optional.

 

 

 

 

EN 1023-2:2000

Office furniture - Screens – Part 2: Mechanical safety requirements

 

1.1.2.10    Sound absorbents

 

The following requirements apply for measuring and calculating a sound absorbent's acoustic performance. Products that are declared in Acoustic Facts fulfil the requirements listed in the specification. Acoustic performance data reported according to this specification can be used for calculating and dimensioning a room's acoustic performance.

In “Guide för ljudabsorbenter” (“Guide for sound absorbents”) at www.mobelfakta.se there are recommended minimum values for sound absorption capacity. Procuring organisations such as Kammarkollegiet (The Legal, Financial and Administrative Services Agency) use these recommended levels in their procurements.

Sound absorbing area

The below-specified standards for measuring and calculating acoustic performance the sound absorbing area of the sound absorbent shall be reported in the form of a diagram. Complete documentation on performed measurements and calculations in accordance with the standards above shall be kept available.


The requirements cover individual sound absorbents and larger composite surfaces (> 10m2) with several sound absorbents.




EN ISO 354:2003

Measurement of sound absorption in a reverberation room.

Individual items are evaluated in accordance with the Swedish standard:

ISO 20189:2019  

Acoustics -- Screens, furniture and single objects intended for interior use -- Rating of sound absorption and sound reduction of elements based on laboratory measurements

Larger surfaces (>10m2) made up of several sound absorbents should be evaluated in accordance with the Swedish and international standard:

SS-EN ISO 11654:1997

Acoustics - Sound absorbents for use in buildings - Rating of sound absorption

 



 

1.1.2.11    Writing boards

1.1.2.12     

The following standard sets the requirements for writing boards and is applicable for safety in normal use, the surface properties, durability of construction and ergonomics.

The requirements cover wall-mounted and stand-alone writing boards of the type writing boards and chalk boards, for educational institutions, offices, conference and board rooms.

EN 14434:2010

Writing boards for educational institutions - Ergonomic, technical and safety requirements and their test methods
When testing whiteboards in accordance with EN 14434:2010 the whiteboards should meet the standard requirements and minimum level 2 should achieved in terms of:
- 7.2.3 Ability to write and erase
- 7.3.2 Scratching
- 7.4.2 Staining
- 7.5.2 Colour degradation

When testing whiteboards in accordance with EN 14434:2010 the whiteboards should meet the standard requirements and minimum level 2 should achieved in terms of
- 8.3.3 Ability to write
- 8.4.2 Scratching
- 8.5.2 Staining
- 8.6.2 Colour degradation

 

1.1.3     Office environment

1.1.3.1        Office work chairs

This specification sets the requirements for work chairs intended for use in office environments according to the European standards EN 1335-2 and -3. EN 1335-1 is specified in item 1.2. Dimensions

The requirements include work chairs for office environments according to the following definition: An item of seating furniture for a single person with backrest and with or without armrest. The chair includes a revolving seat and adjustable height.

The chairs are divided into three types – Ax, A, B and C.
 The type is determined by the adjustment possibilities given by dimensions according to EN 1335-1:2020 (see also 1.2 Dimensions) and EN 1335-4. The requirements are based on being used eight hours a day by a person weighing 110 kg. When declaring a work chair, the chair’s category must be specified as below.

Type A: Seat – revolving, more adjustable height, adjustable seating-depth compared to Type A and adjustable leaning.

Type A: Seat – revolving, adjustable height, adjustable seating-depth and adjustable leaning.
Type B: Seat – revolving, adjustable height, fixed/adjustable seating-depth and fixed/adjustable leaning.
Type C: Seat – revolving, adjustable height, fixed/ adjustable seating-depth, fixed/ adjustable leaning. Backrest – fixed height.

EN 1335-2:2018

Office furniture – office work chair – Part 2: Safety requirements

 

1.1.3.2       Work tables

This specification sets the requirements for a work table and writing table intended for use in an office environment according to the European standard EN 527-2. EN 527-1 is specified in the item 1.2. Dimensions. For tables equipped with an electric motor for adjusting table height, CE marking is a requirement.

When declaring office work tables, you should also specify the type of table referred to in the declaration, table for sitting, standing or sit/stand. You must also specify the degree of adjustability according to one of four categories A, B, C and D which are specified in EN 527-1:2011.

 

Type A: Fully adjustable

Type B: Height selectable

Type C: Fixed height

Type D: Limited adjustability or selectability

 

Include work tables and writing tables according to the following definition

·         Tables intended for office work performed by a person.

·         Storage units, which are included and coupled/fixed to the table shall be tested in applicable parts according to the applicable standards for storage furniture for offices.

EN 527-2:2016+A1:2019

Office furniture – Work tables and desks – Mechanical safety requirements

 

1.1.3.3        Storage furniture

Storage furniture

The following standards set the requirements on an item of storage furniture for use in an office environment.

EN 14073-2:2004

Office furniture – Storage furniture – Part 2: Safety requirements

 

Alternatively:

EN 16121:2013 + A1:2018 Level 1

Non-domestic furniture - Storage furniture - Strength, durability and safety requirements

 

For other freestanding storage furniture such as coat hangers or magazine racks, additional requirements as specified below apply

EN 1023-2:2000*

Office furniture - Screens - Part 2: Mechanical safety requirements

*Lateral stability only

1.1.3.4        Screens

The following standards establish the requirements that partitions for office environments should meet. The requirements cover stand-alone partitions. Declaring the equivalent sound-absorbing area and screen damping according to section 1.6 Acoustics is optional.

EN 1023-2:2000

Office furniture - Screens – Part 2: Mechanical safety requirements

 

1.1.3.5        Table mounted screens

The following standards set the requirements for screens intended for use in office environments. The requirements cover screens mounted on table tops for offices. It is also optional to declare equivalent sound-absorption area and screen damping according to section 1.6 Acoustics.

EN 1023-2:2000*

Office furniture – Partitions – Part 2: Mechanical safety requirements

EN 14073-2:2004**

Office furniture – Storage furniture – Part 2: Safety requirements

*Load-bearing screen with loads according to EN 1023-2 and 2 times the manufacturer’s maximum recommended weight.

** Horizontal force 80 N 100 mm from top edge of screen according to EN 14073-2, after testing should be adjustable to original position, damage criteria: breakage, deformation, stability. Vertical force 200 N function and 300 N safety (10 x 10 seconds), 100 mm from edge of screen, damage criteria: no breakage. General exception for lightweight screens where mgh ≤65 Nm, m= mass (kg), g= gravitational acceleration (m/s2), height above floor to the screen’s centre of gravity (m).

 

 

1.1.3.6        Sound absorbents

 

The following requirements apply for measuring and calculating a sound absorbent's acoustic performance. Products that are declared in Acoustic Facts fulfil the requirements listed in the specification. Acoustic performance data reported according to this specification can be used for calculating and dimensioning a room's acoustic performance.

In “Guide för ljudabsorbenter” (“Guide for sound absorbents”) at www.mobelfakta.se there are recommended minimum values for sound absorption capacity. Procuring organisations such as Kammarkollegiet (The Legal, Financial and Administrative Services Agency) use these recommended levels in their procurements.

Sound absorbing area

The below-specified standards for measuring and calculating acoustic performance the sound absorbing area of the sound absorbent shall be reported in the form of a diagram. Complete documentation on performed measurements and calculations in accordance with the standards above shall be kept available.

 

The requirements cover individual sound absorbents and larger composite surfaces (> 10m2) with several sound absorbents.

EN ISO 354:2003

Measurement of sound absorption in a reverberation room.

Individual items are evaluated in accordance with the Swedish standard:

ISO 20189:2019

Acoustics -- Screens, furniture and single objects intended for interior use -- Rating of sound absorption and sound reduction of elements based on laboratory measurements

Larger surfaces (>10m2) made up of multiple objects should be evaluated in accordance with the Swedish and international standard:

SS-EN ISO 11654:1997

Acoustics - Sound absorbents for use in buildings - Rating of sound absorption

 

1.1.3.7        Writing boards

1.1.3.8        

The following standard establishes the requirements for writing boards and is applicable for safety in normal use, the surface properties, durability of construction and ergonomics.

The requirements cover wall-mounted and stand-alone writing boards of the type writing boards and chalk boards, for educational institutions, offices, conference and board rooms.

EN 1434:2010

Writing boards for educational institutions - Ergonomic, technical and safety requirements and their test methods
When testing whiteboards in accordance with EN 14434:2010 the whiteboards should meet the standard requirements and minimum level 2 should achieved in terms of
- 7.2.3 Ability to write and erase
- 7.3.2 Scratching
- 7.4.2 Staining
- 7.5.2 Colour degradation

When testing chalk board in accordance with EN 14434:2010 the writing boards should meet the standard requirements and minimum level 2 should achieved in terms of
- 8.3.3 Ability to write
- 8.4.2 Scratching
- 8.5.2 Staining
- 8.6.2 Colour degradation

 


 

1.1.4     Educational environments

School environment refers to the educational environment such as classrooms including preschool

For other types of furniture – not in classrooms – following applies:

Workplaces: 1.1.3 Office environment

Others: 1.1.2 Non-domestic

1.1.4.1        Seating furniture

The following standards set the requirements for chairs/seating furniture intended for use in school environments.

·         Student chairs in classrooms

EN 1729-2:2012+ A1:2016*

Furniture - Chairs and tables for educational institutions - Part 2: Safety requirements and test methods.

 

1.1.4.2        Seating for children

The following standard sets the requirements for seating for children in domestic use. The requirement is based on that the furniture is used by children that is able to sit and walk by themselves up to 14 years.

The requirements is divided into 3 seating sizes  based on age and body height

Seating size 1: 1-3 years

Seating size 2: 4-7 years

Seating size 3: 8-14 years

It applies to the seating function only. If the seating has additional functions or can be converted into other products, other relevant European Standards may apply.

The standard is developed under a mandate from the EU-Commission,  M/527 (Children seats).

Standarden är utarbetad under mandat från EU kommissionen M/527 (Childrens seats) and it is inteded to be published in the OJEC. 

EN 17191:2021

 

Seating for children – Safety requirements and test methods

 

 

1.1.4.3        Tables

Here are the requirements that a student table in a classroom must meet. For other tables in classrooms, see public environment and offices.

Glass as a material is covered according to section 1.7.

EN 1729-2:2012+
A1:2016*

Furniture - Chairs and tables for educational institutions - Part 2: Safety requirements and test methods.



1.1.4.4         Storage

The following standard sets the requirements for storage furniture intended for use in education/school environments The requirements apply to all types of storage furniture:

·         Cupboard/cabinet/corner cupboard

·         Chest of drawers/draw unit

·         Bookshelf

·         Bureau

 

Fittings:

·         Base cabinet

·         Wall cabinet

·         High cabinet

·         Worktops

·         Coat hangers

·         Magazine racks

 

The furniture may be either freestanding or attached to the wall/building.

 

SS-EN 16121:2013** + A1: 2018 Level 1

Non-domestic furniture – Storage furniture – Strength, durability and safety requirements.

For other freestanding storage furniture such as magazine racks, coat hangers, etc. additional requirements as specified below apply:

EN 1023-2:2000*

Office furniture - Screens - Part 2: Mechanical safety requirements

*refers only to l stability only stability according to EN 1023-3:2000, 6.1


 

1.1.4.5        Children’s high chairs

 

The following standards establish the requirements on children's high chairs in school environments. The requirements for high chairs include two different categories; active and passive high chairs. Active chairs are chairs where the child is strapped into the chair and passive chairs are where the child is not strapped in. The category of chair must be specified.

The requirements for high chairs are based upon the chair being used by children aged 6-36 months.

EN 14988: 2017 +A1:2020

Children’s high chairs - Part 1: Safety requirements

* Tests performed according to EN 14988:2017 are accepted until 2025-12-31.

 

1.1.4.6        Partitions

The following standards establish the requirements that a partition for educational institutions should meet. The requirements cover stand-alone partitions. Declaring the equivalent sound-absorbing area and screen damping according to section 1.6 Acoustics is optional.

EN 1023-2:2000

Office furniture - Screens – Part 2: Mechanical safety requirements

 

1.1.4.7        Sound absorbents

 

The following requirements apply for measuring and calculating a sound absorbent's acoustic performance. Products that are declared in Acoustic Facts fulfil the requirements listed in the specification. Acoustic performance data reported according to this specification can be used for calculating and dimensioning a room's acoustic performance.

In “Guide för ljudabsorbenter” (“Guide for sound absorbents”) at www.mobelfakta.se there are recommended minimum values for sound absorption capacity. Procuring organisations such as Kammarkollegiet (The Legal, Financial and Administrative Services Agency) use these recommended levels in their procurements.

Sound absorbing area

The below-specified standards for measuring and calculating acoustic performance the sound absorbing area of the sound absorbent shall be reported in the form of a diagram. Complete documentation on performed measurements and calculations in accordance with the standards above shall be kept available.

 

The requirements cover individual sound absorbents and larger composite surfaces (> 10m2) with several sound absorbents.

 

EN ISO 354:2003

Measurement of sound absorption in a reverberation room.

Individual items are evaluated in accordance with the Swedish standard:

ISO 20189:2019

Acoustics -- Screens, furniture and single objects intended for interior use -- Rating of sound absorption and sound reduction of elements based on laboratory measurements

Larger surfaces (>10m2) made up of multiple objects should be evaluated in accordance with the Swedish and international standard:

SS-EN ISO 11654:1997

Acoustics - Sound absorbents for use in buildings - Rating of sound absorption

 


 

1.1.4.8        Writing boards

1.1.4.9        

The following standard establishes the requirements for writing boards and is applicable for safety in normal use, the surface properties, durability of construction and ergonomics.

The requirements cover wall-mounted and stand-alone writing boards of the type writing boards and chalk boards, for educational institutions, offices, conference and board rooms.

EN 14434:2010

Writing boards for educational institutions - Ergonomic, technical and safety requirements and their test methods
When testing whiteboards in accordance with EN 14434:2010 the writing boards should meet the standard requirements and minimum level 2 should achieved in terms of
- 7.2.3 Ability to write and erase
- 7.3.2 Scratching
- 7.4.2 Staining
- 7.5.2 Colour degradation

When testing chalk boards in accordance with EN 14434:2010 the writing boards should meet the standard requirements and minimum level 2 should achieved in terms of
- 8.3.3 Ability to write
- 8.4.2 Scratching
- 8.5.2 Staining
- 8.6.2 Colour degradation

 

1.1.5     Outdoor

1.1.5.1        Seating furniture

 

The following standards set the requirements for seating for adults mainly intended for use in outdoor environments. The requirements include all types of outdoor seating intended for camping, domestic and non-domestic environments.

Seating furniture loungers, sun-beds, etc. shall fulfil the requirements according to section 3. Requirements and test sequence for stability and function are in standard EN 581-2.

EN 581-1:2017 +

EN 581-2:2015

Outdoor furniture – Seating and tables for camping, domestic and contract use – Part 1: General safety requirements.
Part 1: General safety requirements

 

1.1.5.2        Tables

1.1.5.3        

The following standards set the requirements for a table for adults intended for use in outdoor environments.
The requirements include all types of tables for outdoor use in camping, domestic and non-domestic environment.

EN 581-1:2017 +

EN 581-3:2017

Outdoor furniture – Seating and tables for camping, domestic and non-domestic use.
Part 1: General safety requirements

 

 

 


 

1.2      Dimensions

Dimensions can be attributed to two groups of standards; safety/function and ergonomics. The standards related to safety are found in item 1.1 Safety/function. They are relevant when testing furniture of the respective type of furniture.

1.2.1     Office furniture

The following standards set the requirements for the types of furniture that have separate standards with requirements for ergonomics. That is work chairs, work tables and screens, all in the office environment use class.

1.2.1.1       Office work chairs

The following standards set the requirements for work chairs intended for use in office environments with respect to dimensions.

 

Work chairs for offices can be divided into three categories – Ax, A, B and C.
The categorisation is determined by the chair's adjustment possibilities that are determined in the dimensional requirements in EN 1335-1:2020 and CEN/TR 1335-4. The requirements are based on being used eight hours a day by a person weighing 110 kg. When declaring a work chair, the chair’s category must be specified as below.

Type A: Seat – revolving, more adjustable height and adjustable seating-depth compared to Type A and adjustable leaning.

Type A: Seat – revolving, adjustable height, adjustable seating-depth and adjustable leaning.
Type B: Seat – revolving, adjustable height, fixed/ adjustable seating-depth, fixed/ adjustable leaning.
Type C: Seat – revolving, adjustable height, fixed/ adjustable seating-depth, fixed/ adjustable leaning. Backrest – fixed height.

EN 1335-1:2020+A1:2022*

Office furniture – Office work chair – Part 1: Determination of dimensions.

* Tests performed according to EN 1335-1:2000 are accepted until 2023-12-31 and tests performed according to EN 1335-1:2020 are accepted until 2025-12-31.

 

1.2.1.2       Office work tables

The following standards set the requirements for work tables for use in an office environment with respect to dimensions.

 

When declaring office work tables, you should also specify the type of table referred to in the declaration, table for sitting, standing or sit/stand. You must also specify the degree of adjustability according to one of four categories A, B, C and D which are specified in EN 527-1:2011.

 

Type A: Fully adjustable

Type B: Height selectable

Type C: Fixed height

Type D: Limited adjustability or selectability



EN 527-1:2011

Office furniture – Work tables and desks – Part 1: Dimensions.

 

1.2.1.3       Office screens

The following standards set the requirements for screens for use in office environments with respect to dimensions. The requirements cover stand-alone screens. Declaring the equivalent sound-absorbing area and screen damping according to section 1.6 Acoustics is optional.

EN 1023-1:1996

Office furniture – Screens – Part 1: Dimensions.

 


 

1.3      Surface resistance

Requirements for the surfaces of furniture apply to all varnished surfaces and to foiled or laminated hard surfaces. The requirements do not apply to surfaces treated with oil, wax or equivalent. Care and treatment recommendations should be provided with the furniture. Chromed and untreated surfaces are exempt. The requirements apply to all use classes.

1.3.1     Use classes – indoor

The following specification sets the requirements for the resistance of surfaces on furniture intended for use in indoor environments.

Application

Use class

Furniture surface

Requirements

Domestic

Seating furniture

Tables

Reclining furniture

Storage furniture

Undercarriage - legs and frames Undercarriage - legs and frames Undercarriage - legs and frames Interior surfaces incl. drawer bottoms.

Requirement category 1

Seating furniture

Reclining furniture

Storage furniture

Seats, backrests and arm rests

Other surfaces excl. bases

External surfaces

Requirement category 2

Tables

Table tops

Requirement category 4

Non-domestic/offices

Seating furniture

 Tables

Reclining furniture

 Storage furniture

Undercarriage - legs and frames Undercarriage - legs and frames Undercarriage - legs and frames Interior surfaces incl. drawer bottoms.

Requirement category 1

Seating furniture

Reclining furniture

Storage furniture

Seats, backrests and arm rests

Other surfaces excl. undercarriages

External surfaces

Requirement category 2

Table tops

For table tops such as conference, waiting room and library. Refers to the top. For e.g. restaurant, café and training halls see below.

Requirement category 4

Table tops

Designed for restaurants, cafés, study environments, etc. Refers to the top.

Requirement category 5

Kitchen and bathroom fittings

 

Interior surfaces and drawer bottoms, excluding shelves and bottoms

Requirement category 1

 

Exterior surfaces, shelves and bottoms

Requirement category 3

Worktop

 

Requirement category 6

 


 

 

 

Requirement category

 

 

1

2

3

4

5

6

 

Testing

References

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Water 1)

EN 12720:2009+A1:2013

6 hours a)

16 hours

16 hours

24 hours

24 hours

24 hours

 

Fat 1)

EN 12720:2009+A1:2013

24 hours b)

24 hours

24 hours

24 hours

24 hours

24 hours

 

Fat + scratching 1)

SS 83 91 22: 2017

-

-

-

24 hours + 3 N

24 hours + 5 N

24 hours + 5 N

 

Scratching

SS 83 91 22: 2017 2) *

alt. EN 15186 3)

-

 

3 N

1,5 N

3 N

1,5 N

3 N

1,5 N

5 N

3 N

5 N

3 N

 

Alcohol 1)

EN 12720:2009+A1:2013

-

 

-

-

1 hour

1 hour

1 hour

 

Coffee 1)

EN 12720:2009+A1:2013

-

1 hourc)

1 hour

1 hour

1 hour

1 hour

 

Dry heat 1)

EN 12722:2009+A1:2013

-

-

-

70° C

70° C

180°C

 

Wet heat 1)

EN 12721:2009+A1:2013

-

-

-

-

-

85°C

 

Heat to edges 1)

NS 8061: 1983

-

-

-

-

-

85°C

 

Assessment of edges 1)

SS 83 91 20 :2017

-

-

6 hour d)

-

-

1 hour

 

Perspiration– acid and neutral 1) according to EN ISO 105-E04:2013

EN 12720:2009+A1:2013

-

1 hour f)

-

-

-

-

 

Impact on surface and edge 1)

SS 83 91 23:2017

-

-

25 mmd)

-

-

25 mm

 

Steam to edge – doors 1)

SS 83 91 25:2021

-

-

55° (±5)f)

-

-

-

 

Steam to edge – worktop 1)

SS 83 91 24:2021

-

-

-

-

-

55° (±5)

 


 

*Tests according to SIS 83 91 17 is accepted till 2025-12-31

1) = When grading, 4 is the lowest approved score.
 2) = Max. scratch width 0.5 mm. Penetration of varnishing coating not acceptable.

3) = Max. scratch width 0.3 mm.

 For laminates, requirements and testing according to EN 438-2, -3 are also accepted., should also include clauses 10, 16, 20, 25 and 26 with the same fluids as in the table above and wet heat according to EN 12721:2009. VGS is accepted for requirement category 1–5 level and level HGS is required for requirement category 6, level and testing of edge of finished board.
 For melamine-faced boards, requirements and testing according to EN 14322:2017 are also accepted with fluids according the Table above.

a) For the inside back of kitchen fittings, 1 hour applies.

b) For the inside back of the kitchen fittings, Grease 24 h

c) Applies to storage furniture - external horizontal surfaces

d)Applies to doors and drawer pieces in kitchens and bathrooms

e)Applies to arm rest

f)Applies to doors and drawer front pieces in kitchens and bathrooms


 

1.3.2     Use classes – outdoor

The following specification sets the requirements for the resistance of surfaces on furniture intended for use in outdoor environments.

Application

Use class

Furniture surface

Requirements

Camping

Seating furniture
Tables
Seating and reclining furniture

All surfaces

All surfaces

All surfaces

Requirement cat. 1  

Domestic environment

Seating furniture

Tables

Seating and reclining furniture

Undercarriage - legs and frames

Undercarriage - legs and frames

Undercarriage - legs and frames

Requirement cat. 1

Seating furniture
Seating and reclining furniture
Storage furniture

Seats, backrests and armrests Other surfaces excl. undercarriage

External surfaces 

Requirement cat. 2

Tables

Table tops

Requirement cat. 3

Non-domestic

Seating furniture

 

 

 

Tables

Seating and reclining furniture

Undercarriage - legs and frames
Applies to those parts of the lower leg and legs that are accessible for wear Undercarriage - legs and frames

Undercarriage - legs and frames

Requirement cat. 1

Seating furniture
Seating and reclining furniture

Seats, backrests and armrests  Other surfaces excl. undercarriage 

Requirement cat. 2

Table tops

Table tops

Requirement cat. 3

 

 

 

 

Requirement category

 

 

1

2

3

Testing:

References:

 

 

 

Water 1)

EN 12720:2009+A1:2013

16 hours

24 hours

24 hours

Fat 1)

EN 12720:2009+A1:2013

24 hours

24 hours

24 hours

Alcohol 1)

EN 12720:2009+A1:2013

-

-

1 hour

Coffee 1)

EN 12720:2009+A1:2013

-

-

1 hour

Dry heat 1)

EN 12722:2009+A1:2013

-

-

70°c

Perspiration – acid and neutral 1) according to
EN ISO 105-E04:2013

EN
12722:2009+A1:2013

-

1 hour

-

 

1)       When grading, 4 is the lowest approved score.

Supplementary requirements for metal surfaces 
Applies to furniture in steel, untreated and surface-treated.
Corrosion testing with salt spray according to method Salt spray EN-ISO 9227 
 

 

Use class

Furniture surface

Requirements

Camping

All

6 hours. ≥5
Assessment according to EN-ISO 10289:2001

Domestic environment

All

24 hours. ≥5
Assessment according to EN-ISO 10289:2001

Non-domestic environment

All

72 hours. ≥5
Assessment according to EN-ISO 10289:2001

 


 

1.4      Fire

1.4.1     Upholstered seating furniture

The following standards set the requirements for upholstered seating furniture. The standard applies to all use environments except outdoor furniture explicitly for outdoor use only. As an alternative to a valid test report from an accredited laboratory, a certificate/product data sheet from the textile supplier is acceptable which proves that the textile has been tested and approved according to EN 1021:2014 with standard polyether (20-22 kg/m3) as padding. This requires the declared item of furniture to have polyether padding with a density equal to or greater than 22 kg/m3. Other upholstery materials must be tested according to current standards.

EN 1021-1:2014*

Furniture – Assessment of the ignitability of upholstered furniture – Part 1: Ignition source: Smouldering cigarette.

1.4.2     Reclining furniture and mattresses

The following standard sets the requirements for beds or mattresses. The standard applies to all use environments except outdoor furniture explicitly for outdoor use only.

EN 597-1:2016

Furniture – Assessment of the ignitability of mattresses and upholstered bed bases – Part 1:  Ignition source: Smouldering cigarette.




 

1.5      Upholstery

For furniture with upholstery, the following requirements on the upholstery shall be met. Applies to seating furniture, screen and sound absorbents. Not all the requirements below are applicable to screens and sound absorbents, see exceptions below.

1.5.1     Leather

This specification sets the requirements for a leather furniture upholstery. An alternative to the specified requirements specified in the table below is that the leather upholstery fulfils the requirements in SS-EN 13336:2012
The requirements do not apply for sheepskin. For artificial leather, requirements specified in 1.5.1.1.

 Characteristics

Test method

Requirements:

Colour fastness to rubbing Decolouring and change in colour

EN ISO 11640:2018

EN ISO 11641:2012 – The standard is used to specify the type of artificial sweat

Assessment according to:
EN ISO 105-A02:1993/Cor 2:2005 and
EN ISO 105-A03:2019
Assessment according to grey scale

Aniline
- dry leather/dry fabric 50 cycles.   ≥ 3-4
- wet leather/ dry fabric 20 cycles.      ≥ 3-4
- sweat-soaked fabric 20 cycles.      ≥ 3-4 Semi-aniline
- dry leather/dry fabric 500 cycles.   ≥ 4
- wet leather/ dry fabric 150 cycles.      ≥ 3
- sweat soaked fabric  80 cycles.           ≥ 3 Surface-dyed
- dry leather/dry fabric 500 cycles.   ≥ 4
- wet leather/ dry fabric 250 cycles.        ≥ 3
- sweat soaked fabric 80 cycles.          ≥ 3

Light fastness

EN ISO 105-B02:2014
Xenon arc light
Assessment according to blue scale  

Aniline                     ≥ 3
Semi-aniline              ≥ 5
Surface-dyed:            ≥ 5

Adhesion – surface finish*

EN ISO 11644:2022

- dry                         ≥ 2 N/10 mm
- wet                         ≥ 2 N/10 mm

Flexing resistance

EN ISO 5402-1:2022

 

Aniline:        Not applicable
Other:          20,000 cycles
                    No finish cracks permitted

Tear strength

EN ISO 3377-2: 2016

≥ 20 N

Determination of cold crack temperature of surface coatings

EN ISO 17233: 2017

Aniline:        Not applicable
Other:          10°C,  No finish cracks permitted.

Colour fastness to water spotting

EN ISO 15700: 2000
EN ISO 105-A02:1993.
Assessment
No manual treatment before
testing

≥ 3
 No permanent swelling permitted

*The requirement is only applicable if there is a smooth surface layer that can be glued against a board without the glue penetrating the surface layer. The surface layer must also be > 15 μm for the requirement to be applicable.

 

 

 

 

 

1.5.1.1        Artificial leather

1.5.1.2        

The following standards set the requirements for an artificial leather shall fulfil. An alterative to the specified requirements in the table is that the upholstery fulfils the requirement’s in SS-EN 15618:2019+A1:2013 Level (with the deviation for Adhesion where level E applies and Tear strength where level C applies) regarding these properties.

 

Characteristics

Test method

Requirements:

Colour fastness to rubbing Decolouring and change in colour

SS-EN ISO 105-X12:2016