Doors in schools work far harder than doors in almost any other setting. They’re pushed, pulled, slammed, leaned on, wheeled through and opened thousands of times a week. Schools often need more bespoke doors designed to withstand heavy usage, high safety standards and any specific needs for pupils and staff alike. With more than 70 […]
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Fire Door Failures Hospitality Businesses Can Learn From
There are many things to juggle when running a hotel, restaurant or leisure venue to ensure things run smoothly. Whether its maintaining quality customer experience, coordinating and managing staff, or working on standard day-to-day operations, it can be easy for fire door maintenance to be low on the list of priorities. Nevertheless, they are extremely […]
Read MoreMeeting 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. […]
Read MoreNeed to Know: Changes in Fire Door Regulations
Being aware of and complying to the latest fire safety regulations is vital for anyone who works with fire doors – whether that’s manufacturing, installing, maintaining and inspecting, or specifying them. Earlier this year the UK Government confirmed that the BS 476 series, a set of British Standards for fire testing, is being phased out […]
Read MoreFire Door Regulations for Retail Businesses: What You Need to Know
In a busy retail environment, health and safety can sometimes take a back seat to customer experience and day-to-day operations. But when it comes to fire safety, there’s no room for compromise — and fire doors play a critical role in keeping people safe and protecting property. If you own or manage a shop, it’s vital to […]
Read MoreWhy Should Fire Doors Be Installed in a Retail Setting?
In a busy retail environment, fire safety may not always be top of mind, but it should be. Whether you run a small high street shop or a large multi-floor store, retail fire doors are a critical component of any fire protection strategy. At Enfield Speciality Doors, we specialise in supplying high-quality, certified fire doors to the retail […]
Read MoreCommon fire door myths debunked
It is a legal requirement for many buildings to be fitted with fire doors – commercial offices, public buildings, and large residential developments are typical examples where certified fire doors are mandatory. However, it’s also important to ‘debunk’ any myths and misconceptions around the use and maintenance of fire doors: Myth 1: A standard timber […]
Read MoreWhen and where fire doors are required in commercial buildings
In all commercial buildings health and safety is paramount, with fire safety a major consideration. There are legal requirements regarding fire and an important aspect of those mandatory requirements is the installation of fire doors. Fire doors are a vital component of any commercial building’s passive fire protection system. Here is some information on the […]
Read MoreThe Importance Of Fire Timber Doors In The Public Sector
All public sector buildings must treat fire safety as a major priority – there are both legal and moral responsibilities to provide as safe an environment as possible for all building occupants and users. There are government guidelines and mandatory conditions imposed on the relevant responsible people for these buildings. Here is some information on […]
Read MoreA Guide To Fd120 Fire Doors
Any building in which people live or work needs effective fire protection and fire doors are an integral part of any building’s passive fire protection. Fire doors are designed and manufactured to different fire protection standards and timeframes – these fire-rated doors are vital in helping save lives and property. Here are some aspects of Fd120 fire doors for you to consider:
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