Tag Archives: Intumescent Products

The Top 10 Intumescent Products for Fire Protection

Fireman extinguish fire with the hose

Fire safety is a crucial aspect of modern construction, and intumescent products play a vital role in passive fire protection. These specialised materials react to heat by expanding and forming an insulating char, slowing the spread of fire and helping to protect the structural integrity of buildings. From intumescent paints to fire-rated door seals, the […]

Do Fire-Retardant Products Last Forever? Understanding Their Lifespan and Maintenance Needs

Firefighter using water to put out a fire

Fire-retardant products play a crucial role in protecting buildings, materials, and people from the devastating effects of fire. Whether it’s fire-retardant paints, coatings, fabrics, or treatments for timber and other materials, these products help slow down the spread of fire, giving occupants valuable time to evacuate and reducing damage to property. However, a common misconception […]

The Lifecycle of Intumescent Paint: When and How to Reapply

Apartment building fire

Intumescent paint plays a critical role in modern fire protection, offering a passive solution that helps maintain the structural integrity of buildings during a fire. When exposed to high temperatures, this specially formulated paint expands to form an insulating char layer, slowing down the heat transfer to structural elements like steel, timber, or concrete. This […]

Intumescent Strips: Small Additions That Make a Big Difference

Fire exit sign with light on the path way in the commercial building

Fire safety in buildings often relies on seemingly small components that play a crucial role during emergencies. One such element is intumescent strips, a simple yet highly effective fire protection measure commonly installed in fire doors and partitions. These strips might not look like much, but when a fire occurs, they can mean the difference […]

Understanding the Science Behind Intumescent Fire Products

Fire

Intumescent fire products play a crucial role in fire safety, offering passive fire protection by expanding when exposed to high temperatures. This blog will delve into the science behind these innovative materials.   The Basics of Intumescence Intumescent materials are designed to expand significantly when exposed to heat. This expansion is a result of a […]