Fire resistant paints are frequently used in industrial spaces, public buildings and commercial structures. They can be used on smaller DIY projects but not for those tasks that just need heat resistant paints. In homes, fire protection paints can be applied to doors on any floor above the second story for safety purposes and evacuation. Apart from this, it is extremely useful to apply fire resistant paints to other rooms.
Fire resistant paint, also known as intumescent paint is more and more used all over the world. It is like a paint material that provide the same finish as that of a normal paint. Fire resistant paint is extensively used in buildings requiring fire resistance for 30 mins to 120 mins. These paints are inert at low temperature and provide insulation at a temperature of about 200 to 250 degrees Celsius. This fire protection paint is designed to insulate of the steel from rising above the point where it will start to fail and is used to protect the steel substrate. The protective layer keeps the properties of the steel unaffected at higher temperature as well.
The fire resistant paint is perfectly inert at normal temperature. The paint expands at the time of fire plus a chemical reaction takes place which provides an insulating foam like barrier that protects the steel substrate. This paint can be used with stainless steel as well as galvanized substrate. But, it is vital ti degrease the galvanization with the primer before applying the intumescent paint.
Some of the key characteristics of fire resistant paint-
- Reduces flammability plus combustion of building materials it applied
- Does not prevent fires from occurring but delays the expansion of fires.
- There are various types and can be applied on metal, lacquered surfaces, wood, etc., depending on each type.
- This paint can be applied with spray gun, roller or brush.
- Suitable for both outdoor and indoor surfaces.
Whether you are looking to comply with safety legislation for your structure or just want to ensure your home, the restaurant, cafe, guesthouse, office, warehouse or hotel has an additional layer of fire protection. It is vital to ensure you have had an appropriate fire risk assessment. When it done, you will know the kind of measures you need to take from building with specific materials, installing fire extinguishers, upgrading doors to fire doors, selecting the right intumescent paints to making sure you have fire retardant curtains and furnishings plus fabrics inside. Fire protection does not have to be hard work, allow our technical staff you get the level of protection you need and the finish you are looking for.
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