Wood Flooring EPDs in the United States
Planning an EPD for hardwood flooring, engineered wood flooring, parquet, or plank wood floors this year? This 2026 deep dive shows who is publishing, which program operators they use, which PCRs dominate, when renewals will spike, and how to pick a smart path that moves specs and sales without drama.
Why wood‑flooring EPDs matter right now
Product‑specific EPDs remove penalties that many project teams apply when a product lacks verified data. That confidence keeps brands in the spec conversation longer and reduces last‑minute swaps driven by embodied‑carbon targets. In crowded bids, an EPD is the tie‑breaker you control.
The release curve at a glance
The category shows a fast start then a lull. Thirty wood‑flooring EPDs are currently valid in the United States, issued by seven manufacturers across five program operators using four distinct PCRs. The latest we saw was issued on Oct 9 2023 for MAPEI’s “Plan R 140 Flow,” expiring on Oct 8 2028.
EPDs issued per year
| Year | EPDs |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
The 2022 spike suggests portfolio rollouts, while the quiet 2024 and 2025 likely reflect teams waiting for PCR updates or focusing on other categories.
Who is publishing
Seven manufacturers carried the category in the last five years. Allwood Group accounts for most of the activity with twenty‑two current EPDs, pointing to a model‑line approach that blankets common specifications. Nydree Flooring shows three current EPDs, and individual declarations appear from Tarkett, J+J Flooring, MAPEI, Decorative Hardwoods Association, and A & S Building Systems.
Pragmatically, this is a long tail. One brand published the majority, while several others have a single, well‑placed declaration that keeps them eligible on projects where wood flooring EPDs are expected.
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Program operators used
Five operators published the current set. P3 Optima hosts twenty‑two EPDs from a single manufacturer, so its share here is concentrated rather than broad. SCS Global Services and EPD International AB each serve multiple manufacturers in the category. ASTM International and IBU appear with one wood‑flooring EPD each. If your goal is to match competitor comparability, follow where multiple brands already publish rather than a niche lane with one company.
The PCRs that define 2026
One rulebook clearly leads. "Part B: Flooring" under EN 15804 accounts for twenty‑seven EPDs. Three others are present at small volume, including "Part B: Requirements on the EPD for Floor coverings," "PCR 2012:01 Sub‑PCR‑E Wood and wood‑based products (EN 16485)," and "PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804+A2) 1.3.3."
What it means for teams choosing a path this year. If your competitors sit on Part B: Flooring, start there for apples‑to‑apples comparisons. The wood‑specific EN 16485 path may fit niche products with distinctive biogenic profiles, but it is less common in current U.S. wood flooring EPDs. Most EPDs are revalidated on a five‑year cycle, so PCR selection today shapes your comparability story for several years (EPD International, 2024).
Renewal watch in one view
No expiries hit in 2026. A wave comes in 2027 when twenty‑five wood‑flooring EPDs end their current validity window, followed by five more in 2028. Within that, Part B: Flooring drives the bulk of 2027 expiries, with individual dates clustered from Feb 10 to Nov 25. One EN 16485 declaration expires on Aug 1 2027. The MAPEI declaration under PCR 2019:14 expires on Oct 8 2028. EPDs remain valid until their stated date even if a PCR updates earlier, but the next renewal must align to the updated rule.
If you want to land fresh coverage before the 2027 rush, publishing in 2026 avoids crowded verification calendars and lets sales capitalize sooner.
EPD consultants and service providers in the mix
Eight of the current wood‑flooring EPDs were developed with an external EPD service provider. That is about twenty‑seven percent of the set. Teams typically call in a specialist when internal data wrangling would slow launches or when they need to align to a shifting PCR landscape. If white‑glove collection and speed are the priority, an EPD consultant like Parq can shoulder the heavy lifting while your engineers keep building product.
Notably absent manufacturers in 2026
As of Jan 17 2026, we did not find current wood‑flooring EPDs under MasterFormat 09 64 for several large names. Shaw Industries, Mohawk Industries, Mannington Mills, and AHF Products show historical wood‑flooring EPDs that appear to be expired. They may hold current declarations in other categories such as resilient, laminate, or carpet, but we did not see active 09 64 listings for wood at this time.
For manufacturers competing with these brands, that gap can be a commercial opening. An up‑to‑date, product‑specific EPD keeps your SKU eligible on specs where a verified declaration is the price of admission. This matters alot for bid teams.
Practical route to a wood‑floor EPD in 2026
Start by mapping your competitor set and the PCR they used. If most use Part B: Flooring, that is the shortest path to comparability. Pick a program operator your channel recognizes and that already hosts peer EPDs, which eases reviewer expectations. Lock a clean reference year for data, then finalize declared unit and system boundaries to match category norms. For newer lines, a prospective EPD can get you into the conversation now with a plan to refresh after a fuller data year.
If time is tight, a specialist partner can collect plant‑level data, manage PCR alignment, and publish with your preferred operator without pulling your best people off production. That speed can be the difference between chasing a spec and winning it.
One last thing
This overview uses the global public registry most architects and specifiers rely on. Due to normal loading delays, EPDs issued in the second half of 2025 may not yet be fully captured. If you want the raw, up‑to‑date dataset behind this article or a second opinion on the best‑fit PCR for your product, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a quick note. I am happy to share the data and hop on a short call to talk options.
Parent note on validity cycles for numeric context: Most program operators set EPD validity at five years (EPD International, 2024).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which program operators currently handle most wood‑flooring EPDs in the U.S.?
P3 Optima hosts the majority, though concentrated in one manufacturer’s portfolio. SCS Global Services and EPD International AB each serve multiple brands, with ASTM International and IBU appearing for single EPDs in this category.
Which PCR should a wood‑flooring manufacturer pick in 2026?
Follow the competitive norm. Part B: Flooring under EN 15804 dominates current U.S. wood‑floor EPDs, so it offers the clearest comparability for most products. EN 16485 can fit niche wood cases, and PCR 2019:14 appears in isolated system components.
When will many current wood‑floor EPDs need renewal?
A large renewal wave lands in 2027 with twenty‑five expiries, then five more in 2028. Publishing in 2026 avoids congested verification calendars.
Do EPDs become invalid if the PCR expires before my document does?
No. EPDs remain valid until their listed end date. On renewal, the update must align with the current PCR. This five‑year validity convention is typical across major operators (EPD International, 2024).
How often are outside consultants used to produce wood‑floor EPDs?
About twenty‑seven percent of current EPDs in this set were produced with an EPD service provider. Teams often engage specialists to accelerate data gathering and right‑size the PCR choice for their product family.
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.
