Fire doors are essential for building safety. But when it comes to design, they are often treated as a last-minute requirement rather than an integral part of the process. This results in huge compromises in appearance, functionality and even compliance. By considering fire doors from the outset, architects and contractors can achieve better outcomes across […]
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Balancing Aesthetics with Compliance with Made-to-Measure Fire Doorsets
Architects can spend hours perfecting a building’s design, from layouts and lighting to materials and finishes. But there is one element that is often underestimated, both in design and safety; the fire door. While fire doors are a critical part of any building as they protect escape routes, compartmentalise risk and contain fire and smoke, they […]
Read MoreBuilding Contractors Get Better Accuracy with Made to Measure Doorsets
When it comes to construction, nothing is ever straightforward, and standard doors don’t always fit the mould of pre-existing structures or even new builds. Door openings can vary, and tolerances can tighten, which is why made to measure doorsets can make a real difference for building contractors. Rather than relying on off-the-shelf sizes, bespoke doorsets from […]
Read MoreHow Custom Fire Doorsets Help with Building Control Compliance
Fire doors are crucial to the safety of a building, which is why they are one of the most scrutinised elements during inspections and approvals. Building control officers regularly flag fire doors as areas of non-compliance, and the consequences of getting them wrong are significant. Many general compliance issues are down to poor specification, inaccurate […]
Read MoreAvoid Rework on Site with Made-to-Measure Fire Doorsets
Rework is one of the quickest ways to lose time, budget and momentum on a commercial build. When fire doors don’t fit as intended, the knock-on effects can be significant. Delays, waste, additional labour and compromised fire safety performance can quickly follow. Using made-to-measure internal fire doorsets helps avoid many of these issues before they […]
Read MoreCutting methods for timber doors
If you are considering using timber doors in a construction project, then an understanding of the different cutting techniques and methods is useful knowledge in making an informed decision on the best method to achieve the look you desire. Each individual timber cutting method offers different characteristics that can have a significant impact on the […]
Read MoreFire doors for commercial use: what you need to know
If health and safety is at the top of the priority pyramid for building managers at commercial sites across the UK, then fire safety is right at the very tip. Responsible organisations have a duty of care to put in place safety measures related to fire, and one of the ways they can do this […]
Read MoreCan High Security Wooden Doors Also Be Fire Resistant?
Many commercial buildings, along with industrial properties, will be fitted with high security doors to protect the property from illegal entry and to secure the people and contents inside the building. As well as the security aspect, all commercial buildings, and many domestic properties, must have fire resistant doors installed as a matter of law […]
Read MoreWhy Buy Pre-Hung Fire Doors
Anybody undertaking a building project of any kind, be it a whole new construction or a conversion, should consider pre-hung fire doors for your project. A pre-hung doorset consists of a door leaf which has been pre-hung into a frame with its architrave, handles and locks fitted on one side. Once secured onsite into the […]
Read MoreWill Commercial Door Installation Disrupt Your Business?
Most businesses and public buildings will have commercial doors of some description on their premises. All these doors need to be maintained and, at some stage, updated or replaced. When it comes to replacing commercial security doors, how much of an impact will it have on your everyday business routines and function? There are many […]
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