
Product Information
Traffic Type: Residential, Light Commercial, Commercial
Overall Thickness: Parallel USA 20: 2.5 mm (0.100″)
Overall Thickness: Parallel USA 12: 2.0 mm (0.080″)
Wear Layer: Parallel USA 20: 20 mil
Wear Layer: Parallel USA 12: 12 mil
Finish: Urethane Plus
Gloss: Low
Face Treatment: Embossed
Edge/End Treatment: Micro Beveled Edges/Micro Beveled Ends
Manufacturing Location: USA
Width x Length:
6″ x 48″ (15.3 cm x 121.9 cm) |
18″ x 18″ (45.7 cm x 45.7 cm) |
Warranty
Parallel 20: 15 Year Commercial Limited Warranty, 30 Year Residential Limited Warranty
Parallel 12: 7 Year Commercial Limited Warranty, 15 Year Residential Limited Warranty
Product Structure

- Urethane Plus Coating
- Rigid Wear Layer
- Print Film
- Foundation Layer
Product Features
- See the Parallel USA 20 and Parallel USA 12 collections at ArmstrongFlooring.com
- Manufactured in the US, Parallel USA Luxury Flooring offers a balance of performance, design and price – and is just a truck delivery away. Its performance has been strengthened with Urethane Plus coating to provide enhanced resistance to scratches, stains and scuffs compared to standard urethane coatings.
- The curated collection features sophisticated fabric designs in subtle neutral tones on a tile format, and an array of wood species, and even a stone-inspired wood plank to balance the collection.
- Parallel USA 20 is ideally suited for areas where commercial flooring performance is a requirement. Parallel USA 12 can be used in light commercial spaces, Main Street businesses, and residential areas in mixed use properties.
- Low VOC emissions – California Section 01350 compliant, third-party FloorScore certification and LEED eligibility
MATERIAL: A tough, clear, unfilled polyurethane wear layer composed of polyvinyl chloride resins, plasticizers, stabilizers and processing aids on a filled vinyl backing.
PATTERN AND COLORS: The overall visuals are created by a print between the wear layer and intermediate color layer. The clear wear layer is embossed with different textures to enhance each of the printed visuals. Color pigments are insoluble in water and resistant to cleaning agents and light.
REFERENCE SPECIFICATION: ASTM F 1700, Class III, Type B – Embossed Surface
FIRE TEST DATA:
ASTM E 648 Critical Radiant Flux Critical Radiant Flux – 0.45 watts/sq. cm. or more – Class I
ASTM E 662 Smoke – 450 or less
CAN/ULC – S102.2 Parallel USA 20: Flame Spread – 5; Smoke Developed – 75 Parallel USA 12: Flame Spread – 0; Smoke Developed – 50
Numerical flammability ratings alone may not define the performance of the product under actual fire conditions. These ratings are provided only for use in the selection of products to meet the specified limits.
STATIC LOAD LIMIT: ASTM F 970*; 2000 psi
*Testing at loads above 250 psi is outside the scope of the test method. Since testing is conducted on uninstalled flooring, results do not consider the performance of the adhesive, underlayment, or subfloor. These test results are not an indicator of the installed flooring system performance
Sustainability
LEED Credit Information – Commercial
Sustainable Design Information
FloorScore Certificates – Luxury Vinyl Tile
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) – Luxury Vinyl Tile
On & On Floor Recycling Program
SDS
Resilient Sheet Flooring Products and Resilient Tile Flooring Products MIS
Installation
Location: | All grade levels |
System: | Commercial Luxury Flooring Installation Instructions |
Fitting: | All Methods |
Adhesives: | S-995 Flooring Adhesive S-1000 Set-In-Wet on all substrates S-315 Dry-To-Touch over porous and nonporous substrates S-319 Dry-to-Touch over porous and nonporous substrates Flip Spray Adhesive (residential installations only) |
Acoustic Underlayment: | S-1840 Quiet Comfort Luxury Flooring Underlayment |
- Armstrong Flooring S-1000 must be used in areas subject to direct sunlight, topical moisture, concentrated static and dynamic loads, temperature fluctuations and when installed over ceramic tile, terrazzo, marble, metal and polymeric (seamless) floors.
- Same dye lot not required within an installation.
- When installing planks, the end joints should be staggered a minimum of 6″ apart.
- Can be installed over a single layer of existing resilient flooring.
- Do not install over existing below-grade tile.
- Armstrong Flooring commercial flooring is used in many applications where it is subjected to heavy concentrated static and dynamic loads. For questions regarding product suitability and detailed instructions for floor preparation and installation in these types of applications, please contact AHF Products.
Care and Maintenance
Maintenance Recommendations:
Maintenance Recommendations For Commercial LVT
Maintenance Products:
Cleaner: Armstrong Flooring S-485
Polish: Armstrong Flooring S-480
Sealer: Armstrong Flooring S-495
Product Data Table
CARTON PROPERTIES | Parallel 20 6″ x 48″ Items | Parallel 12 6″ x 48″ Items | Parallel 20 18“ x 18” Items | Parallel 12 18“ x 18” Items |
Tiles Per Carton | 18 | 16 | 18 | 16 |
Area Per Tile | 2 sq ft (0.19 sq m) | 2.25 sq ft (0.21 sq m) | 2 sq ft (0.19 sq m) | 2.25 sq ft (0.21 sq m) |
Coverage Per Carton | 36 sq ft (3.35 sq m) | 36 sq ft (3.35 sq m) | 36 sq ft (3.35 sq m) | 36 sq ft (3.35 sq m) |
Carton Weight | 39 lbs (17.7 kg) | 29 lbs (13.2 kg) | 39 lbs (17.7 kg) | 29 lbs (13.2 kg) |
PALLET PROPERTIES | Parallel 20 6″ x 48″ Items | Parallel 12 6″ x 48″ Items | Parallel 20 18“ x 18” Items | Parallel 12 18“ x 18” Items |
Cartons Per Pallet | 54 | 66 | 56 | 64 |
Coverage Per Pallet | 1944 sq ft (180.9 sq m) | 2376 sq ft (221.1 sq m) | 2016 sq ft (187.6 sq m) | 2304 sq ft (214.4 sq m) |
Pattern Name | Color | Parallel 20 Model Number (Suffix) | Parallel 12 Model Number (Suffix) | Size | Multi-Purpose Trim Length 94″ |
Glen Brook Oak | Evening Shadow | J5202 (641) | J5102 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | U3063TRM |
Glen Brook Oak | Drift Sand | J5203 (641) | J5103 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | NA180TRM |
Hightop Hickory | Caramel Cove | J5210 (641) | J5110 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | U3031TRM |
Glendale Oak | Scotch Mist | J5215 (641) | J5115 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | J5215TRM |
Glendale Oak | Silver Fox | J5216 (641) | J5116 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | J5216TRM |
Glendale Oak | Forest Gray | J5217 (641) | J5117 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | J5217TRM |
Cornelius Creek | Sage Brown | J5220 (641) | J5120 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | NA150TRM |
Cottonwood Springs | Sunset Blonde | J5225 (641) | J5125 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | NA131TRM |
Flint Ridge | Storm Sky | J5235 (641) | J5135 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | U1021TRM |
Long Beach Oak | Golden Sand | J5240 (641) | J5140 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | U1021TRM |
Savannah Walnut | Endearing | J5245 (641) | J5145 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | U1051TRM |
Brushed Essence | Enchanted | J5255 (641) | J5155 (681) | 6″ x 48″ | D5003TRM |
Jace | Silver Gray | J5250 (821) | J5150 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | J5250TRM |
Jace | Pier Beige | J5251 (821) | J5151 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | J5251TRM |
Jace | Ebony Gray | J5252 (821) | J5152 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | J5252TRM |
Havana | Toast | J5260 (821) | J5160 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | NA925TRM |
Havana | Biscuit Beige | J5261 (821) | J5161 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | NA924TRM |
Havana | Heather | J5262 (821) | J5162 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | NA921TRM |
Havana | Henna | J5263 (821) | J5163 (851) | 18″ x 18″ | NA920TRM |
Pattern Name | Color | Parallel 20 Model Number (Suffix) | Parallel 12 Model Number (Suffix) | Size | Multi-Purpose Trim Length 94″ |