EPDs for Flooring in Europe: Definitive Data Guide
Planning an EPD for vinyl, linoleum, laminate, carpet, or wood flooring in 2026? Here is the data picture for Europe, with the key players, rulebooks, and timing signals that help product teams move quickly and win specs without guesswork.
The 2026 snapshot in one minute
Six currently valid flooring EPDs were issued in Europe across the last five years. They came from four manufacturers and were published by two program operators using three distinct PCRs. The most recent was issued on Nov 11 2025 by Combimix AB through EPD Hub under the EPD Hub Core PCR version 1.1 dated Dec 5 2023 and it is valid until Nov 11 2030.
Manufacturers: who is active right now
Four manufacturers account for all six EPDs. Combimix AB and Marshalls Bricks and Masonry each have two. Gerflor and Kronospan Ltd. each have one. It is a concentrated field, which means a new entrant can stand out quickly if they cover the right product lines like LVT, linoleum, laminate, parquet, or carpet tiles.
Program operators: where flooring EPDs are landing
Two operators handled these EPDs. EPD Hub published five EPDs for three different manufacturers, which shows real diversity in uptake. UL handled one EPD for one manufacturer. If your sales focus is pan‑European, both are recognized across the market. Pick based on fit to your PCR choice and publishing speed rather than brand familiarity alone.
PCRs: the rulebook choices that shape your math
A PCR is the rulebook of Monopoly. Ignore it and the game falls apart. Three PCRs cover the current set, with one clearly dominant.
| PCR | EPDs in last 5 years | Share | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPD Hub Core PCR version 1.1, Dec 5 2023 | 4 | 66.7% | Nov 11 2030 |
| Construction products, 2019:14 | 1 | 16.7% | Oct 24 2030 |
| Part B: Flooring | 1 | 16.7% | Apr 1 2028 |
What it means. The EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 is the current workhorse in Europe for flooring. Construction products 2019:14 appears as a generic fallback. Part B: Flooring is present but yields an earlier expiry in this set. When choosing, check your competitors first, then verify expiry horizons so you do not trap yourself into a short renewal cycle.
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Issuance trend 2021 to 2025
Momentum is moving up and to the right.
| Year | New EPDs |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 3 |
The doubling from 2023 to 2024 and then the jump in 2025 signals rising demand from specifiers and public tenders that prefer product‑specific EPDs for flooring. Waiting risks being measured against a competitor’s published numbers rather than your own.
Expiry runway 2026 to 2030
There are no expiries in 2026 or 2027. One EPD expires in 2028 under Part B: Flooring on Apr 1. Two expire in 2029 under EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 on Nov 8. Three expire in 2030, one under Construction products 2019:14 on Oct 24 and two under EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 between May 25 and Nov 11. Most flooring EPDs in Europe run on a five‑year validity cycle, so back‑time your renewal work by at least six months to avoid gaps.
EPD service providers: who helps behind the scenes
One out of six flooring EPDs in this set was developed with a third‑party EPD consultant. Many internal teams prefer to focus on R&D, production, and sales rather than LCA data wrangling, so they bring in an EPD service provider. If speed and completeness matter, pick a partner that takes on the heavy lifting rather than handing you a spreadsheet to fill out. Parq is one such option that streamlines data collection and publishing while staying agnostic to the program operator (Parq).
Operator choice and PCR choice move together
Operator familiarity speeds reviews only when the chosen PCR fits your product. Start with the PCR that aligns to your competitive set, then select the operator that publishes under that PCR with predictable timelines. If your roadmap includes several flooring types like LVT, linoleum, laminate, and carpet tile, aim for a consistent PCR family to minimize rework when renewing or extending the range.
How to act in 2026 without wasting a quarter
Pick a reference year, confirm your plant list, and lock the PCR. Then get bills of materials, utilities, and transport from your ERP and suppliers in one pass. There is fewer friction when the same data package supports multiple SKUs under one declaration family. Publish the highest volume product first to capture the most spec impact, then roll to adjacent SKUs while the data owners are still engaged.
Final notes and how to get the full dataset
This analysis is based on the global public registry of EPDs used by most architects and specifiers. Due to loading delays, some EPDs issued in the second half of 2025 may not appear yet. Want the full up‑to‑date background data and a quick read on the best‑fit PCR for your next flooring EPDs. Connect with me on LinkedIn and send a message. I am happy to share the raw numbers, answer questions, and hop on a short call to help you pick a route and recieve instant clarity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most used PCRs for flooring EPDs in Europe right now?
In this 2021 to 2025 set, EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 accounts for two thirds of the EPDs, with Construction products 2019:14 and Part B: Flooring each covering the remainder. Choose based on competitor alignment and expiry runway.
Which program operators published these flooring EPDs?
EPD Hub handled five EPDs from three manufacturers, while UL published one EPD from one manufacturer. Both are recognized in Europe, so select based on PCR fit and publishing cadence.
When do the current flooring EPDs expire?
No expiries in 2026 and 2027, one in 2028, two in 2029, and three in 2030. Plan renewals at least six months ahead to avoid gaps that can affect bid eligibility.
How often do European flooring EPDs need renewal?
Most run on a five‑year validity period. Renewal typically requires aligning to the latest PCR and refreshing the reference year data.
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.
