Commercial Fire doors

Types of fire door

Wooden

Wooden fire doors, usually composed of a solid centre of timber, magboard, particleboard or flaxboard, with various reinforcement methods applied. These methods include using a timber frame with an outer laminate, directly gluing plywood to the centre without a frame, or adding a lipping along the edge of the core with a layer of veneer. Comes in both FD30 & FD60

Prehung

Installing pre-hung fire doors can be a great way to cut time and costs on major construction projects. These doors come with the frame and architraves already attached, making them easy to fit once all the construction has been completed. Not only does this save time, it also helps to reduce the risk of damage to the door, helping you meet fire safety standards.

Double set

Double fire doors must comply with either BS 476-22:1987 or BS EN 1634-1:2014 standards in order to ensure maximum safety and protection. These two-way swing doors are ideal for larger buildings with high occupancy, as they provide a greater degree of security than single fire doors.

FD30 & FD60

Flush, bespoke fire door & frame set for offices, retail developments and a wide range of commercial projects are all part of our every-day remit.

Property owners in the UK are legally obligated to install fire doors in all premises except private homes to prevent the spreading of fire and ensure that people can exit safely. Fire doors that are not properly installed can become ineffective within five minutes, endangering property and lives.

Fire Door maintenance - How often?

Fire doors must be inspected at regular intervals by a profesional in accordance with Building Codes. Generally, these inspections should occur at the intervals below:

6 months. Common Property Doors.
12 months. Sole Occupancy Unit Doors.

You should verify what regulations your local council has in place concerning buildings, as the rules might be different based on your location.

Regulations for Installation

By law, theres no need for a specific qualification or certification for the fitting of emergency doors. However, even a tiny gap or crevice between the frame and door, seal or glass can make the emergency door ineffective and unable to meet safety standards like BS 476-22:1987 or BS EN 1634-1:2014. It is therefore, recommended to hire a competent and experienced specialist to guarantee that the emergency door is installed correctly.

Fire door regulations: Frame
For optimal fire protection, it is recommended to purchase a certified fire door frame from a door supplier or a business that is licensed to make them. If fitting a new frame is not an option, intumescent seals may be used to fill the gap of no more than 3mil.

Fire door regulations: Maintenance
Emergency doors should be maintained and inspected at regular intervals in order to ensure that they are functioning properly. For commercial buildings, inspections should occur every six months. However, industrial and residential properties should take place annually.