Meeting Fire Standards in Social Housing Developments
Fire safety is absolutely crucial in social housing, and the rules have become much stricter since the Grenfell Tower tragedy in 2017. With so many different types of properties – from flats to sheltered housing and housing association homes – keeping residents safe means careful planning and using the right fire-resistant materials throughout each development.
At Enfield Doors, for more than 70 years, we’ve specialised in supplying high-quality internal fire doors for social housing which are designed to meet the fire safety and performance standards required, alongside acoustic ratings, and security enhancements such as solid cores and high security hardware.
We know how to provide doors that enhance safety, security and comfort for residents, all while meeting fire standards in social developments:
The Role of Fire Risk Assessments
Fire risk assessments must be carried out on social housing developments. They help identify potential fire risks and recommend safety measures to control or eliminate them. A designated “responsible person” must make sure appropriate fire-resistant materials, including fire doors, are installed, maintained and replaced when necessary.
Protecting escape routes
Fire doors play a pivotal role in protecting escape routes such as corridors, entrances, and stairwells. They slow the spread of smoke and fire to allow residents vital minutes to evacuate quickly and safely.
Our FD30 and FD60 bespoke doors and doorsets are manufactured to protect these routes, offering reliable performance where it matters most.
Maintaining compartmentation
Compartmentation divides buildings into fire-resistant sections, helping to limit the spread of fire between flats, floors, and communal areas. Internal fire doors are crucial in maintaining these barriers.
Enfield Doors manufacture made-to-measure fire doors and frames in any size, configuration, or timber type. We ensure every component fits precisely and performs as it should.
The most common fire door failures in social housing
In many buildings, the most common fire door failures are often the most avoidable. Issues such as:
- Missing, damaged or ineffective self-closers
- Incorrect fitting or poor-quality frames
- Missing, damaged or poorly installed intumescent seals
- Doors repeatedly propped open
- Unapproved modifications or hardware changes
The best solution is to source high-quality, certified fire doors from a specialist manufacturer, as well as ensuring they are installed correctly by competent contractors.
Why trade customers choose Enfield Doors
Fire safety in social housing is a legal and moral obligation – and the right fire doors are a crucial part of maintaining compliance. With over 70 years of experience, Enfield Doors is the trusted supplier for contractors, housing associations, local authorities and refurbishment companies who need dependable fire protection across their portfolios.
With Enfield Doors, you get:
- Made-to-order fire doors tailored to your exact specifications
- Full doorsets, including frames and ironmongery, manufactured in-house
- Acoustic performance options for improved resident comfort
- Enhanced security features, glazing, and specialist configurations
- Proven, certified performance built into every product
- Fast lead times – express delivery available from 1–3 weeks
We provide trade customers with precision-engineered fire doors that integrate seamlessly into social housing projects.
Call our team on 020 3199 5849 for an immediate fire door quote or to discuss specifications for your next social housing project.
