Loose Lay LVT · No Adhesive · No Click · Factory Direct · ISO 9001
Loose Lay LVT
Flooring
Manufacturer
Loose Lay LVT is a vinyl floor covering that holds position through self-weight and a specialised friction backing — without adhesive or a mechanical click system. Individual planks lift and replace in under 60 seconds without tools, making it the preferred specification for phased commercial renovation, raised access floors, and office environments where subfloor access is a recurring operational requirement.
Ecoflors supplies Loose Lay LVT factory-direct from Changzhou — 4mm, 4.5mm, and 5mm with fibreglass reinforcement layer (single standard / dual-layer upgrade). CE EN 14041, Bfl-s1 EN 13501-1, FloorScore SCS-FS-05154, and GREENGUARD Gold 135463-420 per shipment. FOB from US$8.80/m². MOQ 800 sqm per SKU.
CE · EN 14041
FloorScore · SCS-FS-05154
GREENGUARD Gold · 135463-420
Bfl-s1 · EN 13501-1
ISO 9001:2015
CARB 2
Three installation systems — choose by project requirement
Loose LayFriction only · 60s lift
Click LockMechanical · floating
DrybackFull adhesive · Class 44
7-layer construction · Fibreglass reinforcement layer ⑤ · Single or dual-layer configuration
Construction profile · Loose Lay LVT
Why Loose Lay Holds
Without Adhesive.
①
UV Coating
UV-cured topcoat — scratch, stain, and chemical disinfectant resistant. EN 16094 MSR-B2 rated. Protects the wear layer surface in daily commercial use.
0.01–0.02mm
②
Wear Layer
Transparent PVC film — the sole determinant of floor durability class. 0.5mm reaches EN 685 Class 33/42; 0.7mm reaches Class 43 heavy commercial.
0.5 / 0.7mm
③
Décor Film · EIR
High-resolution print registered to embossing die within ±0.1mm. Wood, stone, terrazzo, and carpet texture options. The visual and tactile surface buyers specify.
0.07mm
④
PVC Middle Layer
Flexible virgin PVC compound — provides the primary mass of the plank. Self-weighting stability begins here: heavier planks resist migration better than lighter ones.
1.5–2.5mm
⑤
Fibreglass Reinforcement Layer
The critical stability layer — and the defining difference between Loose Lay and standard LVT. Prevents the PVC mass from stretching or curling under temperature change. Without fibreglass, a Loose Lay plank would migrate out of position within months. Available single-layer (standard) or dual-layer (raised access floor upgrade).
Single / Dual
⑥
PVC Bottom Layer
Secondary flexible PVC — balances the plank and distributes point load evenly across the friction backing below.
0.5–1.0mm
⑦
Anti-Slip Friction Backing
Textured PVC backing creates sufficient grip against concrete, screed, and existing tile to prevent plank migration under sustained foot traffic — without any adhesive compound.
0.3–0.5mm
Standard
Single Fibreglass Layer
Suitable for commercial office, retail, residential, and healthcare. Dimensional stability ≤0.10% across −20°C to +60°C. Standard specification for EU, Canada, and Australia.
Upgrade
Dual Fibreglass Layer
Higher anti-flex rigidity for raised access floors spanning between pedestals. Recommended for data centres, trading floors, and EU office buildings with underfloor cable management.
Installation system comparison · Choose by project type
When to Specify Loose Lay
vs the Alternatives.
| Project Requirement | Loose Lay LVT | Dryback / Click |
|---|---|---|
| Subfloor access needed post-install | ✓ Lifts in 60 seconds, no tools | ✗ Adhesive bond or click perimeter — repeated access damages both |
| Raised access floor (Doppelboden) | ✓ Standard — dual fibreglass upgrade for heavy loads | ✗ Click joints stress under panel flex; adhesive bond fails on removable panels |
| Phased renovation in a live environment | ✓ Zone-by-zone — immediate re-entry, no cure time | ✗ Dryback: 24–48h adhesive cure; Click: perimeter disruption per zone |
| UFH underfloor heating compatible | ✓ Fibreglass layer stabilises across thermal cycling | ✓ All three systems compatible at ≤27°C surface temperature |
| EN 685 Class 44 heavy industrial | ✗ Not achievable — friction backing cannot replace full adhesive bond | ✓ Dryback only — full-spread adhesive is mandatory for Class 44 |
| Individual plank replacement (damage repair) | ✓ No solvent, no tools, no adhesive residue | ✗ Dryback: solvent removal damages subfloor; Click: perimeter access required |
| MOQ / FOB cost per m² | US$8.80–10.00/m² · 4mm–5mm | Dryback from US$3.80; Click from US$6.80 — lower FOB for permanent installs |
Specification guidance: Loose Lay is the correct system when subfloor access, phased installation, or raised access floor compatibility is required. It is not suitable for EN 685 Class 44 heavy industrial environments — specify Dryback LVT for airports, supermarkets, and hospitals where wheeled load resistance is the primary requirement. For permanent residential installation without access requirements, Click LVT offers a lower FOB cost per m².
Technical parameters · Every figure third-party certified per shipment
Performance Data.
Not Marketing Claims.
Every parameter below links to a third-party test certificate issued per production batch. Dimensional stability is the most critical figure for Loose Lay specifically — a plank expanding beyond ≤0.10% will migrate out of position under temperature cycling, even with friction backing in place.
Six certified parameters · Each explained in the context of Loose Lay-specific performance risks
≤0.10%
Dimensional Stability
The most critical Loose Lay parameter. A plank expanding beyond ≤0.10% over a 1.2m length generates 1.2mm of linear displacement — enough to overcome friction backing grip and cause visible plank migration at room perimeters.
EN ISO 23999 · ASTM F2199
Risk without fibreglass: solar gain in south-facing rooms can push substandard planks 3–5mm out of alignment within 12 months.
≥50N
Peel Resistance
Wear layer bond strength per 50mm width. In Loose Lay, horizontal shear at the wear layer is higher than in bonded systems because the plank can flex slightly under concentrated load. ≥50N ensures the bond exceeds any realistic shear force in commercial use.
ISO 24345 · per 50mm width
Risk: wear layer delamination at castor chair contact points — common in corporate offices. Fibreglass rigidity reduces flex, protecting the bond.
≤0.05mm
Residual Indentation
Permanent deformation after concentrated static load. In Loose Lay, a stationary load (server rack, office furniture) concentrates stress on a plank without adhesive support. ≤0.05mm average ensures recovery below the visible threshold after load removal.
ISO 24343-1 · Average of 3 tests
Risk: permanent visible dents under furniture legs — prevented by virgin PVC core density and UV-cured topcoat hardness.
Bfl-s1
Fire Classification
EN 13501-1 floor covering classification — mandatory for EU and UK commercial and public buildings. GREENGUARD Gold 135463-420 certificate supplied per shipment, accepted for LEED v4 EQ Credit and BREEAM Mat 03.
EN 13501-1 · EN 13823 · EN ISO 11925-2
R10 / DS
Slip Resistance
DIN 51130 R10 and EN 13893 DS dual-certified. Friction backing grip (keeping the plank in place) and surface slip resistance (keeping the person safe) are independent properties — both are verified in production QC.
DIN 51130 · EN 13893
25,000
Castor Chair Cycles
ISO 4918 castor chair test — no delamination, no surface failure at 25,000 cycles. Loose Lay must pass this without adhesive support. The fibreglass layer is essential rather than optional here — it prevents the micro-flex that would otherwise cause wear layer delamination at repeated castor contact points.
ISO 4918 · 5-wheel castor · No failure
Three thicknesses · Choose by application, EN 685 class, and fibreglass configuration
Thickness 01 · Entry level
4mm
Residential · Light commercial · Hotel guest rooms
Wear layer options0.5mm standard
EN 685 classClass 23 / 33
FibreglassSingle layer standard
Dim. stability≤0.10% · EN ISO 23999
Best applicationApartments · boutique hotels · low-traffic office
FOB from US$8.80/m² · MOQ 800 sqm / SKU
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Thickness 02 · Most specified
5mm
Heavy commercial · Raised access floor · Data centre standard
Wear layer options0.5mm or 0.7mm
EN 685 classClass 33 / 42 / 43
FibreglassSingle or dual layer
Dim. stability≤0.10% · EN ISO 23999
Best applicationCorporate office · data centre · raised access floor · healthcare
FOB from US$10.00/m² · MOQ 800 sqm / SKU
Request 5mm Quote
Thickness 03 · Mid specification
4.5mm
General commercial · Retail · Education
Wear layer options0.5mm standard
EN 685 classClass 33 / 42
FibreglassSingle layer standard
Dim. stability≤0.10% · EN ISO 23999
Best applicationRetail showrooms · boutique offices · education facilities
FOB from US$9.40/m² · MOQ 800 sqm / SKU
Request 4.5mm Quote
Primary export markets · EU · Canada · Australia · Compliance per destination
Primary export markets · Loose Lay LVT · Factory-direct wholesale
Where Loose Lay Is Specified — and Why.
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Netherlands
Standard for Dutch corporate office renovation with raised cable floors (verhoogde vloer). CE DoP · Bfl-s1 Bouwbesluit · EN 685 Class 42. Rotterdam 22–26 days.
CE DoPBfl-s1
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Germany
Büroflächen with Doppelboden (raised access floor). Dual fibreglass recommended. Eurofins IAC Gold · AgBB · CE · Bfl-s1. Hamburg 24–28 days.
AgBBEurofins IAC
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United Kingdom
NHS offices and data centres. Phased office refurbishment. UKCA · FloorScore · Bfl-s1 · BREEAM Mat 03. Felixstowe 26–30 days.
UKCAFloorScore
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Canada
Multi-residential condos and BTR. Fibreglass handles −30°C to +35°C temperature extremes across Canadian climate zones. FloorScore · CARB 2. Vancouver 18–22 days.
FloorScoreCARB 2
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Australia
High-rise residential and commercial office. NCC / BCA compliant. AS 4586 R10+ slip resistance. No adhesive means zero VOC off-gassing during installation. Melbourne 18–22 days.
AS 4586 R10+FloorScore
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Middle East
Commercial office and hospitality. Dual fibreglass upgrade handles extreme summer heat. CE · FloorScore · GREENGUARD Gold 135463-420. Dubai 18–22 days.
CEGREENGUARD
All Loose Lay LVT shipments include CE DoP, Bfl-s1 EN 13501-1 fire certificate, FloorScore SCS-FS-05154, and GREENGUARD Gold 135463-420 as standard. Moreover, market-specific documents — UKCA for the UK, Eurofins IAC Gold for Germany, AS 4586 for Australia — are available at no additional charge for all destinations.
FOB transit times · Ningbo → key ports
Shipping from China
to Your Warehouse.
to Your Warehouse.
🇳🇱 Rotterdam22–26 days
🇩🇪 Hamburg24–28 days
🇬🇧 Felixstowe26–30 days
🇨🇦 Vancouver18–22 days
🇨🇦 Toronto (via Halifax)24–30 days
🇦🇺 Melbourne18–22 days
🇦🇪 Dubai Jebel Ali18–22 days
Container loading: Loose Lay LVT at 5mm weighs approximately 8.5 kg/m². A 20ft container holds around 2,400 m² within the 28-tonne EU port weight limit. Recommend 20ft for all Rotterdam and Hamburg deliveries to avoid axle compliance issues at port gates.
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Tell us your thickness, fibreglass configuration (single or dual layer), wear layer, texture, target market, and annual volume. You receive a complete FOB quotation, compliance checklist for your destination market, container loading plan, and sample dispatch confirmation within one business day.
≤0.10% Dim. Stability
Fibreglass Single / Dual
Bfl-s1 · EN 13501-1
GREENGUARD Gold 135463-420
FloorScore SCS-FS-05154
MOQ 800 sqm / SKU
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HS Code: 3918.10 · FOB Ningbo / Shanghai
MOQ: 800 sqm / SKU · Lead time: 20–28 days
Rotterdam 22–26d · Vancouver 18–22d · Melbourne 18–22d
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