
Product Information
Traffic Type: Residential, Light Commercial, Commercial
Overall Thickness: Parallel USA 20: 2.5 mm (0.100″)
Overall Thickness: Parallel USA 12: 2.0 mm (0.080″)
Wear Layer: Parallel USA 20: 20 mil
Wear Layer: Parallel USA 12: 12 mil
Finish: Urethane Plus
Gloss: Low
Face Treatment: Embossed
Edge/End Treatment: Micro Beveled Edges/Micro Beveled Ends
Manufacturing Location: USA
Width x Length:
6″ x 48″ (15.3 cm x 121.9 cm) |
18″ x 18″ (45.7 cm x 45.7 cm) |
Warranty
Parallel 20: 15 Year Commercial Limited Warranty*, 30 Year Residential Limited Warranty
Parallel 12: 7 Year Commercial Limited Warranty*, 15 Year Residential 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

- Urethane Plus Coating
- Rigid Wear Layer
- Print Film
- Foundation Layer
Product Features
- See the Parallel USA 20 and Parallel USA 12 collections at ArmstrongFlooring.com
- Manufactured in the US, Parallel USA Luxury Flooring offers a balance of performance, design and price – and is just a truck delivery away. Its performance has been strengthened with Urethane Plus coating to provide enhanced resistance to scratches, stains and scuffs compared to standard urethane coatings.
- The curated collection features sophisticated fabric designs in subtle neutral tones on a tile format, and an array of wood species, and even a stone-inspired wood plank to balance the collection.
- Parallel USA 20 is ideally suited for areas where commercial flooring performance is a requirement. Parallel USA 12 can be used in light commercial spaces, Main Street businesses, and residential areas in mixed use properties.
- 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
Light Reflectivity Values
Per ASTM F 1700 | |||
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Performance | Test Method | Requirement | Performance vs. Requirement |
Thickness | ASTM F386 | Nominal ±0.005 in. | Meets |
Wear Layer Thickness | ASTM F410 | 0.020 in. (0.5 mm) minimum for Commercial Use | Parallel USA 20 – Meets |
Size | ASTM F2421/F2055 | ± 0.016 in. per linear foot | Meets |
Squareness | ASTM F2421/F2055 | 0.010 in. maximum | Meets |
Residual Indentation | ASTM F1914 | Average less than 8% | Meets |
Dimensional Stability | Internal | ≤ 0.018 in. per linear ft. MD ≤ 0.012 in. per lin. ft. AMD | Meets |
Chemical Resistance | ASTM F925 | No more than slight change in surface dulling, attack or staining | Meets |
Resistance to Heat | ASTM F1514 | ΔE < 8 | Meets |
Resistance to Light | ASTM F1515 | ΔE < 8 | Meets |
Static Load Resistance @ 250 | ASTM F970 | ≤ 0.005 in. | Meets |
Additional Testing | |||
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Performance | Test Method | Requirement | Performance vs. Requirement |
Static Load Resistance | ASTM F970* | ≤ 0.005 in. | 2000 psi |
Fire Test Data – Flame Spread | ASTM E648 | 0.45 W/cm2 or more Class 1 | Meets |
Fire Test Data – Smoke Evolution | ASTM E 662 | 450 or less | Meets |
Fire Test Data – Canada | CAN/ULC S-102.2 | Use dependent | Parallel 20: Flame Spread – 5; Smoke Developed – 75 Parallel 12: Flame Spread – 0; Smoke Developed – 50 |
ADA Standards for Accessible Design | Chapter 3, Section 302.1 | Floor surfaces shall be stable, firm and slip resistant | Meets |
Static Coefficient of Friction** | ASTM D2047/UL 410 | ≥ 0.5 | Meets |
** 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 (LVT)
Acoustics
Collection | Test Structure | STC | IIC | Delta IIC |
Parallel USA 20 | 6″ Concrete Slab with S-1840 underlayment | 51 | 53 | 22 |
Parallel USA 12 | 6″ Concrete Slab with S-1840 underlayment | 50 | 54 | 24 |
Sustainability
LEED Credit Information – Commercial
Sustainable Design Information
FloorScore Certificates – Luxury Vinyl Tile
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) – Luxury Vinyl Tile
SDS
Resilient Sheet Flooring Products and Resilient Tile Flooring Products MIS
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 Flip Spray Adhesive (residential installations only) |
Acoustic Underlayment: | S-1840 Quiet Comfort Luxury Flooring Underlayment |
- 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.
- 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 PROPERTIES | Parallel 20 6″ x 48″ Items | Parallel 12 6″ x 48″ Items | Parallel 20 18“ x 18” Items | Parallel 12 18“ x 18” Items |
Tiles Per Carton | 18 | 16 | 18 | 16 |
Area Per Tile | 2 sq ft (0.19 sq m) | 2.25 sq ft (0.21 sq m) | 2 sq ft (0.19 sq m) | 2.25 sq ft (0.21 sq m) |
Length | 48.6″ (123.6 cm) | 48.6″ (123.6 cm) | 18.7″ (47.6 cm) | 18.7″ (47.6 cm) |
Width | 6.3″ (16 cm) | 6.3″ (16 cm) | 18.4″ (46.8 cm) | 18.4″ (46.8 cm) |
Height | 2″ (5.1 cm) | 1.6″ (4 cm) | 1.9″ (4.9 cm) | 1.6″ (4 cm) |
Coverage Per Carton | 36 sq ft (3.35 sq m) | 36 sq ft (3.35 sq m) | 36 sq ft (3.35 sq m) | 36 sq ft (3.35 sq m) |
Carton Weight | 39 lbs (17.7 kg) | 29 lbs (13.2 kg) | 39 lbs (17.7 kg) | 29 lbs (13.2 kg) |
PALLET PROPERTIES | Parallel 20 6″ x 48″ Items | Parallel 12 6″ x 48″ Items | Parallel 20 18“ x 18” Items | Parallel 12 18“ x 18” Items |
Cartons Per Pallet | 54 | 66 | 56 | 64 |
Coverage Per Pallet | 1944 sq ft (180.9 sq m) | 2376 sq ft (221.1 sq m) | 2016 sq ft (187.6 sq m) | 2304 sq ft (214.4 sq m) |
*Indicates molding item is discontinued.
Pattern Name | Color | Parallel 20 Model Number (Suffix) | Parallel 12 Model Number (Suffix) | Size | Multi-Purpose Trim Length 94″ |
Glen Brook Oak | Evening Shadow | J5202 (641) | J5102 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | U3063TRM |
Glen Brook Oak | Drift Sand | J5203 (641) | J5103 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | NA180TRM |
Hightop Hickory | Caramel Cove | J5210 (641) | J5110 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | U3031TRM |
Glendale Oak | Scotch Mist | J5215 (641) | J5115 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | J5215TRM |
Glendale Oak | Silver Fox | J5216 (641) | J5116 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | J5216TRM |
Glendale Oak | Forest Gray | J5217 (641) | J5117 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | J5217TRM |
Cornelius Creek | Sage Brown | J5220 (641) | J5120 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | NA150TRM |
Cottonwood Springs | Sunset Blonde | J5225 (641) | J5125 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | NA131TRM |
Flint Ridge | Storm Sky | J5235 (641) | J5135 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | *U1021TRM |
Long Beach Oak | Golden Sand | J5240 (641) | J5140 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | U1030TRM |
Savannah Walnut | Endearing | J5245 (641) | J5145 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | U1051TRM |
Brushed Essence | Enchanted | J5255 (641) | J5155 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | D5003TRM |
Jace | Silver Gray | J5250 (821) | J5150 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | J5250TRM |
Jace | Pier Beige | J5251 (821) | J5151 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | J5251TRM |
Jace | Ebony Gray | J5252 (821) | J5152 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | J5252TRM |
Havana | Toast | J5260 (821) | J5160 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | NA925TRM |
Havana | Biscuit Beige | J5261 (821) | J5161 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | NA924TRM |
Havana | Heather | J5262 (821) | J5162 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | NA921TRM |
Havana | Henna | J5263 (821) | J5163 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | NA920TRM |
Pattern Name | Color | Parallel 20 Model Number (Suffix) | Parallel 12 Model Number (Suffix) | Size | Multi-Purpose Trim Length 94″ |