All public, and many residential, buildings will have fire doors installed both internally and externally – these doors perform vital safety functions in the wellbeing of any occupants or visitors to the building in the event of a fire outbreak. Here are some details on the differences between internal and external fire doors: Internal […]
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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 MoreHow To Select The Right Commercial Interior Doors
An important part of any building or development are the doors selected – commercial buildings often have door considerations other than simply as entrances or exits from rooms or the building itself! Some doors for commercial buildings will require certain safety features, and the aesthetic finish and appearance of the door may be important considerations […]
Read MoreA Helpful Checklist For Pre Hung Commercial Doorsets
All commercial buildings – offices, retail, and hospitality outlets amongst these – are required to have approved fire doors throughout the property. This is especially important in buildings such as hospitals, schools, nurseries, and any environment in which potentially vulnerable people may be present. These commercial doorsets must all be of a certain standard and […]
Read MoreInternal fire doors to meet all your office requirements
All work environments have to treat safety of the staff and visitors as the first priority, and, as such, need to be fitted throughout with the appropriate, regulation fire doors. Office environments are used for lots of different functions and, as well as the vital safety aspects, there are often other, practical situations to be […]
Read MoreBespoke internal doors for architects and building projects
When it comes to residential developments, the tiniest details matter. From sleek, minimalist styles to opulent and ornate tastes, the choice of doors can make or break a property project. Covering both form and function, custom made doors are an opportunity to give the residence the wow factor. If you get the choice right, you’ll […]
Read MoreFire safety for tenants in rented accommodation
While landlords are primarily responsible for the implementation of fire safety in any private rented accommodation, it is essential that tenants are aware of their landlord’s responsibilities, as well as their own. As such, this brief guide aims to make you, as a tenant, aware of what safety and security features should be in place […]
Read MoreInternal fire doors made to your specifications
Fire doors save lives, both by containing the spread of a fire and providing a means to escape. There are strict regulations and guidelines governing the use of fire doors in a wide range of situations, you ignore them at your peril because properly fitted fire doors can mean the difference between life and death. […]
Read MoreFire door specifications for your home
Homeowners are beginning to take fire safety a great deal more seriously. Increasingly, people are realising that it makes sense to apply the same risk management principles where you l, as you would find in modern workplaces. This means making sure that you have well fitted domestic fire doors. A fireproof interior door, for example, […]
Read MoreThe importance of fire doors in rental homes
Landlords are required under the ‘2005 Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order (FSO)’ to ensure that their tenants and properties are safe. They are described as the “responsible person” and, if they fail to take action and fulfil their duties, they can be criminally prosecuted. A fire risk assessment in all non-domestic buildings, including common areas […]
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