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The European Building Code regulates the general requirements of building products by defining their basic properties. Since floor coverings firmly connected with the substrate are considered to be building products they are subject to the definitions of the Building Code. The recently published EN 14... lists the characteristics for the labelling of floor coverings. In terms of the new code textile floor coverings fare far better than most other wall-to-wall carpets. On account of their excellent properties it would therefore be worthwhile to again push the use of textile floor coverings. New marketing concepts should concentrate on this fact when it comes to increase sales of textile floor coverings. The directive comprises regulations for mechanical resistance and stability, safety in case of fire, hygiene, health and environment, safety in use, and protection against noise. For example, the construction works must be designed and built in such a way that noise perceived by the occupants or people nearby is kept down to a level that will not threaten their health and will allow them to sleep, rest and work in satisfactory conditions.