EPDs for Flooring Accessories in Europe: The Data Guide
Planning an EPD for flooring accessories in 2026 and want the facts, fast? This guide distills who is publishing, which rules they follow, and where renewals will hit so you can time your launch and meet specifier expectations. We cover adhesives, self‑leveling underlayments, grouts, trims, underlays, and similar “flooring installation products” often searched under flooring adhesives or tile adhesives.
What counts as “flooring accessories” and why it matters
Flooring accessories cover the products that make floors perform and last: tile and flooring adhesives, self‑leveling compounds, grouts, primers, trims, thresholds, sound‑control underlays, and skirtings. Specifiers often search these as flooring adhesives, tile adhesives, or underlayments. An EPD here helps keep your products in scope for projects that require product‑specific declarations under EN 15804.
The 2026 snapshot in numbers
Across Europe we see 17 current EPDs for flooring accessories over the last five calendar years. These came from 5 manufacturers and were published by 2 program operators. The most recent issue date we observed is Feb 6, 2024 for RAGREPRO by CERMIX under INIES with a validity to Jul 5, 2028 using the French national addition to EN 15804 A2.
Program operators used in Europe
INIES accounts for the majority of current EPDs in this category with 16 EPDs across 4 manufacturers, indicating strong momentum in France and French‑published records. IBU appears with 1 EPD from 1 manufacturer, showing limited but present activity in Germany. Translation for planning: if France is a target market, INIES is the path most peers choose. If Germany and DACH are core, IBU is still a credible home.
Who is publishing today
Five manufacturers hold current EPDs. CERMIX and PRODUITS DE REVÊTEMENT DU BÂTIMENT each have 6. SAINT GOBAIN WEBER FRANCE has 3. REGUPOL BSW GmbH and DUROMIT add 1 each. Two manufacturers account for about 71% of declarations, so the field is concentrated. That concentration makes new EPDs from other brands stand out in searches and on submittal sheets.
Issues by year
The release pattern shows steady activity with a pause in 2022. Activity resumed strongly in 2023 and 2024.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 0 |
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PCR choices that competitors actually used
Most current EPDs rely on the French national additions to EN 15804. EN 15804 A2 usage now dominates, which aligns with the market shift to A2 rules for new declarations.
| PCR used | EPDs | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| Sustainability of construction works… National addition to NF EN 15804+A2 | 10 | Feb 1, 2029 |
| Sustainability of construction works… National addition to NF EN 15804+A1 | 6 | Oct 20, 2026 |
| Part B: EPD requirements for floor coverings | 1 | Aug 23, 2028 |
What this signals: A2 is the default choice for new projects. A1 based EPDs are still valid, yet they cluster toward near‑term renewal.
Renewal calendar you can use
Renewals arrive in waves. Six EPDs expire in 2026, all A1 based and all on Oct 20. There is a quiet 2027, then a larger wave in 2028 with eight expiries, followed by three in 2029. If you plan to enter the category, releasing before the 2026 wave positions your declaration to appear in searches while others prepare updates. If you hold an A1 EPD, plan the A2 upgrade window now to avoid a scramble.
How much outside help competitors used
Seven of the 17 current EPDs were produced with an external EPD consultant or service provider. That is about 41% of the market. Many teams pick a partner to handle data collection inside the plant, manage the LCA modeling, and publish with the preferred operator so technical staff can stay on production and R&D. If you want a benchmark for what that looks like, see a partner like Parq.
Operator selection, in plain language
Pick the operator where your buyers look first. INIES is prevalent for France and French public works. IBU remains important in Germany. EPD International AB and other operators are also valid choices when distribution crosses borders, although competitors in this specific category skew toward INIES.
Practical playbook to launch in this space
- Map your product to the likely PCR. For flooring adhesives, grouts, and self‑levelers in France this often means EN 15804 A2 with the NF national addition.
- Confirm where your sales team submits most declarations. If France dominates, INIES is practical. If Germany leads, IBU is a fit.
- Lock the data year and who will collect it. Fast teams define plant data owners and agree on meters, recipes, utilities, and waste streams early.
- Set the review window against the expiry waves above. Hitting the calendar just before a wave helps your EPD surface while others renew.
A quick look across adjacent players
Some large European brands publish EPDs for adhesives, self‑levelers, and resin flooring under various operators and categories. That includes names you would expect in installation materials. If you do not see them in the counts above, they may classify products under adjacent PCRs or publish outside INIES for some lines. This is normal and not a red flag.
Final take for product managers
The category is small but visible. INIES leads, A2 rules are the norm, and two manufacturers carry most of the volume. There is room to win attention with a crisp, product‑specific EPD that launches before the 2026 and 2028 expiry waves. Teams that let an experienced service provider run data collection and publishing tend to move faster with fewer internal meetings. It is definately worth planning the timing.
Data note: this analysis uses the global public registry most specifiers consult. Due to typical loading delays, some EPDs published in the last half of 2025 may not yet appear. If you want the full underlying dataset, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a message. I am happy to share the latest extract and hop on a short call to help you pick the best‑fit PCR and operator for your next EPD.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 2026 renewal wave mean for flooring adhesive and underlayment EPDs in Europe?
Six current EPDs expire in 2026, all on Oct 20 and all based on EN 15804 A1 with NF national addition. If you are renewing, plan the A2 update window now. If you are entering the category, publishing before this wave helps visibility in submittals.
Which EPD program operator is most common for flooring accessories in Europe?
INIES is the dominant operator in this category today with 16 of 17 current EPDs across four manufacturers. IBU appears with one EPD.
How many flooring accessories EPDs were developed by external consultants or service providers?
Seven of the 17 current EPDs involved an external EPD consultant or service provider, about 41% of the market.
Which PCR should a new European flooring adhesive EPD follow in 2026?
Most competitors now use EN 15804 A2 with the French national addition for this category. A1 remains valid for existing EPDs but is trending toward renewal by 2026.
About the Author
With a passion for sustainability and a love for complex data, Toby helps manufacturers efficiently collect data from across their organization and get their EPDs done right. He’s especially interested in how AI can support human expertise, helping R&D and factory teams work faster, smarter, and with less friction.
