AHF Contract Nod to Nature USA 2.5mm & 4.5mm Luxury Vinyl Tile DATA SHEET

Product Information

Traffic Type: Commercial
Overall Thickness: 2.5 mm (0.100″), 4.5 mm (0.178″)
Wear Layer: 20 mil
Finish: EverNu™ Finish
Gloss: Low
Face Treatment: Embossed
Edge/End Treatment: Eased Edges/Eased Ends
Manufacturing Location: USA

Width x Length:

6″ x 48″ (15.3 cm x 121.9 cm)
9″ x 48″ (22.9 cm x 121.9 cm)
12″ x 24″ (30.5 cm x 60.9 cm)
18″ x 18″ (45.7 cm x 45.7 cm)
18″ x 36″ (45.7 cm x 91.4 cm)

Warranty

20 Year Commercial Limited Warranty*

*Add 10 years of overall Warranty coverage by using Strong System™ subfloor preparation products. Visit ArmstrongFlooring.com or FloorExpert.com for more information.

Product Structure

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  1. EverNu™ Finish
  2. Wear Layer
  3. Realistic Printed Visual
  4. Foundation Layer

Product Features

  • See the Nod to Nature USA collection at AHFContract.com
  • All new hardwood, stone, textile and tile designs and colors
  • Designed for high traffic and heavy loads
  • EverNu™ Finish Performance
    • Low maintenance, no polish solution
    • Superior resistance to scratches, scuffs and stains and offers easy cleanability
    • Reduces life cycle costs
    • Flexible maintenance options
  • 2.5mm can be used on walls (ASTM E84, Class A – the highest level of fire resistance for low flame spread and minimal smoke
  • Low VOC emissions – California Section 01350 compliant, third-party FloorScore certification and LEED eligibility

MATERIAL: A tough, clear, unfilled polyurethane wear layer composed of polyvinyl chloride resins, plasticizers, stabilizers and processing aids on a filled vinyl backing.

PATTERN AND COLORS: The overall visuals are created by a print between the wear layer and intermediate color layer. The clear wear layer is embossed with different textures to enhance each of the printed visuals. Color pigments are insoluble in water and resistant to cleaning agents and light.

REFERENCE SPECIFICATION: ASTM F 1700, Class III, Type B – Embossed Surface

Testing

Flame and Smoke Test Reports – Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT)
Resistance to Staining – Commercial Resilient Flooring

Per ASTM F 1700
PerformanceTest MethodRequirementPerformance vs. Requirement
ThicknessASTM F386Nominal ±0.005 in.Meets
Wear Layer ThicknessASTM F4100.020 in. (0.5 mm) minimum for Commercial UseMeets
SizeASTM F2421± 0.016 in. per linear footMeets
SquarenessASTM F24210.010 in. maximumMeets
Residual IndentationASTM F1914Average less than 8%Meets
Chemical ResistanceASTM F925No more than slight change in surface dulling, attack or stainingMeets
Resistance to HeatASTM F1514ΔE < 8 avg., maxMeets
Resistance to LightASTM F1515ΔE < 8 avg., maxMeets
Additional Testing
PerformanceTest Method                  RequirementPerformance vs. Requirement                                   
Static Load ResistanceASTM F970*≤ 0.005 in.3000 psi
Fire Test Data – Flame SpreadASTM E6480.45 W/cm2 or more Class 1Meets
Fire Test Data – Smoke EvolutionASTM E662450 or lessMeets
Fire Test Data – Wall Application (2.5 mm only)ASTM E84Class AMeets
Fire Test Data – CanadaCAN/ULC S-102.2Use dependent2.5 mm: Flame Spread – 15 | Smoke Developed – 90
4.5 mm: Flame Spread – 20 | Smoke Developed – 150
ADA Standards for Accessible DesignChapter 3, Section 302.1Floor surfaces shall be stable, firm and slip resistantMeets
Dimensional StabilityInternal≤ 0.018 in. per linear ft. MD
≤ 0.012 in. per lin. ft. AMD
Meets
Static Coefficient of Friction**ASTM D2047/UL 410≥ 0.5Meets
Acoustics (2.5 mm only)ASTM E492 (IIC)
ASTM E90 (STC)
ASTM E2179 (DELTA IIC)
International Building Code (IIC ≥ 50)
International Building Code (STC ≥ 50)
Sound Transmission Reduction
6 in. concrete, no ceiling with
S-1840 Quiet Comfort Luxury Flooring Underlayment
IIC – 53
STC – 51
Delta IIC – 22
*Testing at loads above 250 psi is outside the scope of the test method. Since testing is conducted on uninstalled flooring, results do not consider the performance of the adhesive, underlayment, or subfloor. These test results are not an indicator of the installed flooring system performance.

** Using the James Machine as described in D2047 and as directed in UL 410 for floor covering materials (FCM) using a leather foot under dry conditions. The application of site-applied floor sealers, polishes and other types of finishes routinely used to maintain resilient flooring materials will change the walking surface and consequently the SCOF value.

Recommended Applications

Recommended Applications Chart – Luxury Vinyl Tile

Sustainability

FloorScore Certificates – Luxury Vinyl Tile
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) – Luxury Vinyl Tile

Installation

Location:All grade levels
System:Commercial Luxury Flooring Installation Instructions
Fitting:All Methods
Adhesives:S-995 Flooring Adhesive
S-1000 Set-In-Wet on all substrates
S-319 Dry-To-Touch over porous and nonporous substrates
Acoustic Underlayment:S-1840 Quiet Comfort Luxury Flooring Underlayment

Installation Special Precautions and Recommendations:

  • Refer to the Commercial Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring Installation System for complete installation recommendations.
  • Armstrong Flooring S-1000 must be used in areas subject to direct sunlight, topical moisture, concentrated static and dynamic loads, temperature fluctuations and when installed over ceramic tile, terrazzo, marble, metal and polymeric (seamless) floors.
  • Same dye lot not required within an installation.
  • When installing planks, the end joints should be staggered a minimum of 6″ apart.
  • When installing rectangles, the tile can be installed in block/tile fashion or offset tile joints by one-half tile.
  • Can be installed over a single layer of existing resilient flooring.
  • Do not install over existing below-grade tile.
  • Armstrong Flooring commercial flooring is used in many applications where it is subjected to heavy concentrated static and dynamic loads. For questions regarding product suitability and detailed instructions for floor preparation and installation in these types of applications, please contact AHF Products.

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Recommendations:
Maintenance Recommendations For Commercial LVT

Maintenance Products:
Cleaner: Armstrong Flooring S-485
Polish: Armstrong Flooring S-480

Product Data Table

CARTON PROPERTIES6″ x 48″
Items
2.5 mm
9″ x 48″ 
Items 
4.5 mm
9″ x 48″ 
Items
12″ x 24″ 
Items
18″ x 18″
Items
18″ x 36″
 Items
Tiles Per Carton181211221612
Area Per Tile2 sq ft
(0.19 sq m)
3 sq ft
(0.28 sq m)
3 sq ft
(0.28 sq m)
2 sq ft
(0.19 sq m)
2.25 sq ft
(0.21 sq m)
4.5 sq ft
(0.42 sq m)
Length48.6″ (123.5 cm)48.6″ (123.5 cm)48.6″ (123.5 cm)24.3″ (61.6 cm)18.6″ (47.2 cm)36.6″ (93 cm)
Width6.3″ (16 cm)9.3″ (23.7 cm)9.3″ (23.7 cm)12.3″ (31.3 cm)18.3″ (46.5 cm)18.3″ (46.5 cm)
Height2″ (5.1 cm)1.4″ (3.5 cm)2″ (5.2 cm)2.8″ (7.1 cm)1.9″ (4.9 cm)1.4″ (3.5 cm)
Coverage Per Carton36 sq ft
(3.35 sq m)
36 sq ft
(3.35 sq m)
33 sq ft
(3.07 sq m)
44 sq ft
(4.09 sq m)
36 sq ft
(3.35 sq m)
54 sq ft
(5.02 sq m)
Carton Weight39 lbs
(17.7 kg)
39 lbs
(17.7 kg)
59 lbs
(26.7 kg)
54.5 lbs
(24.72 kg)
39 lbs
(17.7 kg)
55.8 lbs
(25.3 kg)
PALLET PROPERTIES6″ x 48″
Items
2.5 mm
9″ x 48″
Items
4.5 mm
9″ x 48″ 
Items
12″ x 24″
Items
18″ x 18″
Items
18″ x 36″
Items
Cartons Per Pallet545636365632
Coverage Per Pallet1944 sq ft
(178.2 sq m)
2016 sq ft
(187.6 sq m)
1188 sq ft
(110.52 sq m)
1584 sq ft
(147.24 sq m)
2016 sq ft
(187.6 sq m)
1728 sq ft
(160.64 sq m)
PatternColorNod to Nature USA 2.5mm
Model Number (Suffix)
Nod to Nature USA 4.5mm
Model Number (Suffix)
Size
California WalnutGolden HourST170 (641)N/A6″ x 48″
California WalnutTide WashedST171 (641)N/A6″ x 48″
California WalnutSun FadedST172 (641)N/A6″ x 48″
California WalnutNutshellST174 (641)N/A6″ x 48″
California WalnutRedwood Bark ST175 (641)N/A6″ x 48″
Bogart OakFeathered Gray ST180 (641)N/A6″ x 48″
Bogart OakBird TrillST181 (641)N/A6″ x 48″
Bogart OakSpikeletST182 (641)N/A6″ x 48″
Bogart OakGingery TanST183 (641)N/A6″ x 48″
Bogart OakForest TrailST185 (641)N/A6″ x 48″
Garden OakSun LusterST161 (911)L7161 (977)9″ x 48″
Garden OakSunset TouchST162 (911)L7162 (977)9″ x 48″
Garden OakRustled BrownST163 (911)L7163 (977)9″ x 48″
Garden OakCoppered GlowST165 (911)L7165 (977)9″ x 48″
Garden OakAcorn Hat ST166 (911)L7166 (977)9″ x 48″
Woodland OakQuiet MomentST192 (911)L7192 (977)9″ x 48″
Woodland OakSilent TwilightST193 (911)L7193 (977)9″ x 48″
Woodland OakLate PromenadeST194 (911)L7194 (977)9″ x 48″
ImpressionLyrical BeigeST791 (411)N/A12″ x 24″
ImpressionAtmosphere Tan ST793 (411)N/A12″ x 24″
Urban WalkWhite Clay ST822 (821)N/A18″ x 18″
Urban WalkCloud Gray ST821 (821)N/A18″ x 18″
TexturaLinen WhisperST770 (811)N/A18″ x 36″
TexturaRainfall GrayST771 (811)N/A18″ x 36″
PatternColorNod to Nature USA 2.5mm
Model Number (Suffix)
Nod to Nature USA 4.5mm
Model Number (Suffix)
Size
Updated on January 21, 2025

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