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AC Rating System |
| AC hardness ratings are a standardized measure adopted by The Association of European Producers of Laminate Flooring (EPLF). The AC rating takes into account abrasion resistance, impact resistance, resistance to staining, cigarette burns, and thickness swelling along the edges. |
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| AC 1 |
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Residential, Low Traffic: Suitable for a private guest room, or bedroom.
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| AC 2 |
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Residential,General Traffic: Suitable for living rooms, dining rooms, or children?s rooms.
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| AC 3 |
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Residential,Heavy Traffic: Suitable for all areas-hallways, living rooms, or home offices.
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| AC 4 |
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Commercial, General Traffic: Office, boutique, caf?, retail pad sites, and small restaurants, bars, or department stores.
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| AC 5 |
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Commercial,Heavy Traffic: Public buildings, open-plan offices, large restaurants, bars, or department stores.
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