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Abrasion Class Rating System
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The Abrasion Class rating system (also known as AC rating), is the industry standard for determining the durability of a laminate product. AC ratings are specified after extensive product testing for impact resistance and potential abrasion from general foot traffic, pets, furniture legs and castors. If a floor meets or exceeds the basic requirements in all of these areas, it is assigned an AC rating between 1 and 5, with 5 being the highest and thus most durable (suitable for heavy commercial traffic). Below is a quick and simple overview of the 5 AC ratings:
AC1 - Suitable for home use with minimal foot traffic, such as in guest rooms.
AC2 - Suitable for home use with medium foot traffic, such as in a dining room or living room.
AC3 - Suitable for home use with all levels of foot traffic, including high-traffic areas such as entryways, kitchens, family rooms, and playrooms.
AC4 - Suitable for home use in all traffic areas and for standard commercial use, such as in office buildings.
AC5 - Suitable for home use and heavy commercial traffic, such as in hotels or department stores.