EN 12521

EN 12521:2015 Furniture – Strength, durability and safety – Requirements for domestic tables
This European standard specifies the minimum requirements for the safety, strength and durability of all types of domestic tables for use by adults, including those with glass in their construction. With the exception of stability tests, the standard does not provide assessment of the suitability of any storage features included in domestic tables. It does not include requirements for the durability of castors and height adjustment mechanisms. It does not include requirements for electrical safety. It does not include requirements for the resistance to ageing and degradation. If the domestic table is equipped with storage features it shall be tested to other existing EN standards.

Tables for domestic use can be assessed according to this standard.

Types of furniture testing