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 […]
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Why 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 More10 Things To Know About Fire Doors
Fire doors are an integral part of a building’s passive fire protection. These fire-rated doors help save lives and property – if you are a building owner or manager then it is important that you can recognise the differences between a standard door and a purpose-made fire-rated door. Here are some facts to consider with […]
Read MoreWhat Are Flush Doors And Why Choose Them?
Let’s Talk About Flush Doors So, just what is a flush door? A flush door is a simple, uncomplicated design, a door with plain facings on both sides. There is no panelling or bevelling on the facings, so it offers a sleek, modern look. Flush doors are built more simply than other door types. They […]
Read MoreThe difference between notional and nominal fire doors and when to upgrade
Do you know the difference between a notional fire door, a nominal fire door and an upgraded fire door? And how these differ to certified fire doors? There can be a lot of confusion over fire doors, so we’ve pulled together all the things you need to know about notional and nominal fire doors and […]
Read MoreHow long should fire doors keep fire out?
In the terrible event of a fire breaking out in a building, it is essential that measures and precautions are in place to help evacuate people to safety as quickly as possible. Perhaps the most vital component in that would be the fire resistant doors installed. These fire doors can make the difference in saving […]
Read MoreImportant reasons for installing fire doors
Typical wooden and metal doors cannot guarantee your safety from fire. These materials do not have resilience in case of a fire breakout. A fire incident can be managed by controlling the spread of the flames. You need to install fire rated doors that can withstand high temperatures without collapsing or allowing the fire to […]
Read MoreFire safety in schools – what the regulations say
Wherever there are groups of vulnerable people in a building, fire doors are of prime importance providing both a means of escape and a way to delay the spread of smoke and fire from one area of the building to another. There are fire safety regulations for both new and existing school buildings, both of […]
Read MoreMaintaining fire doors: what you need to know
Maintaining your fire doors is fairly straightforward, although it’s important that you have a plan in place when it comes to checking them over. That way you can be sure your fire resistant doors will give you maximum protection at all times. We’ve put together a guide to help you with the ongoing maintenance of […]
Read MoreDo I need fire rated doors in my home?
Renovating and extending a home comes with so many small jobs and considerations, not to mention the big ones, that something like fire doors can often slip the net. However whether or not you have fire resistant doors fitted can be an important question for building regulations and, down the line, may even save your […]
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