TS 5204 EN 13756

TS 5204 EN 13756 is a terminology standard for wood flooring. It brings together the terms used in the field and their definitions, with the aim of establishing a common technical language rather than setting product requirements or installation rules. In practice, terminology standards help manufacturers, specifiers, installers, and technical writers use the same concepts consistently when discussing wood-based floor coverings.

How wood flooring terminology is organised

Wood flooring is a broad technical area that includes solid wood flooring, multi-layer wood-based floor elements, and related flooring solutions used on interior floors. A terminology standard in this field helps distinguish between product types, surface characteristics, element geometry, and the vocabulary used around flooring applications. That distinction matters because the same word can carry different technical implications depending on whether it describes the construction of the product, its appearance, or the way it is laid on the floor.

What this kind of standard is used for

The scope of this document is limited to terms and definitions relating to wood flooring, so it does not establish test methods, performance thresholds, or acceptance criteria. In general technical use, a terminology standard like this supports clearer specifications, catalogues, training material, and commercial documentation by aligning language across the supply chain. Consistent terminology reduces ambiguity when comparing products, describing assemblies, or communicating on site.

• Scope: terms and definitions relating to wood flooring
• Document type: terminology standard
• Main value: consistent technical language and concept definition
• Not covered: performance requirements, test methods, or installation instructions