Snap Tiles Technical Specifications

Discover the key performance, safety, and durability features of Snap Tiles. Engineered from high-quality PVC with a service life of 25+ years, Snap Tiles are designed for strength, safety, and long-term use in demanding environments.


General Information

  • Finish: Smooth or Raised Disk

  • Material: PVC

  • Joint Type: Dovetail interlocking system

  • Tile Dimensions: 500mm x 500mm

  • Hardness: 90–92 Shore A (ISO 868)

  • Service Life: 25 years+ (anticipated)

  • Use: Indoor applications only (not suitable for outdoor use)


Safety & Compliance

  • Fire Performance: Does not support combustion; Class 1 spread of flame (BS 476: Part 7 / DIN 13501:2007 – Bfl-S1)

  • Slip Resistance: R10 Rating (EN 13893:2002)

    • Dynamic Coefficient of Friction = 0.75 avg.

    • EN 14041:2004 – Pass

    • DIN 51130:2004 – Pass

  • Sound Absorption: Up to 46 dB noise reduction

  • Colour Fastness: EN 20105-B021 – Rating 5


Mechanical & Physical Properties

  • Abrasion Wear: Group T (high resistance)

  • Mechanical Resistance:

    • 17 N/mm² (DIN 53516)

    • Annex A.1 of BS IEC 61340-5-1:2001

  • Compressive Strength: 520 kg/cm² (ISO 6721 standards)

  • Dimensional Stability: <0.1% change (BS EN 434:1994)

  • Residual Indentation: <0.1mm (BS EN 433:1994)

  • Length, Squareness & Straightness: <0.13% / 0.5mm max (BS EN 428:1993)

  • Resistance to Hot Objects/Solder: Good


Chemical Resistance

  • General Performance: Good resistance to most commonly used chemicals

  • EN 13529 Testing:

    • Acids, oils, gas oil: No deterioration

    • Solvents: Not resistant to prolonged contact