Fire Doors
Fire doors are specifically designed to protect your property from the spread of flames and smoke in the event of a fire. They can be used in both residential and commercial buildings, requiring appropriate fire-rated frames, linings & casings to maximise their effectiveness and meet UK building standards.
Each fire door complies with FD30 or FD60 requirements, meaning they’re able to provide fire protection for 30 or 60 minutes. We also stock Q-mark fire doors, which are tested by the third party BM Trada group to EN 13501-2 standards. This is to comply with the most up-to-date standard for fire doors provided by the UK Government.
Crafted from materials including oak or walnut, it’s easy to match your new door with the style of other doors in your home. Here at DOOR SUPERSTORE, we offer a wide range of internal fire doors, including both kitchen and bathroom doors.
Our fire rated doors are crafted by industry-leading experts, including Deanta or JB Kind as well as our own brand, Door Superstore. Please remember that all fire doors must be fitted using the correct hardware and accessories, and according to the individual manufacturer's instructions. If you'd like more information, please give our knowledgeable team a call on 01752 422 501, or check out the FAQs below.
Fire Door FAQs:
Should fire doors be kept closed at all times?
Yes. Fire doors must be kept closed at all times, otherwise, they cannot help prevent the spread of fire and smoke. Some fire-rated and fire-safe door stopper systems are available that link to the building's fire alarm system, which triggers the fire door to close when signs of a fire are detected.
Do holiday lets require fire doors to the bedrooms?
If the bedroom door opens to a protected escape route, for example, a hallway leading to an exit, then yes, holiday let bedrooms require fire doors. If the house is classed as HMO, every bedroom is required to have a fire door. If the property is three or more stories high, including loft conversions, then the bedrooms must have fire doors as a legal requirement.
How often do fire doors need to be inspected?
Routine checks that detect any obvious signs of wear and tear or damage may be carried out as often as necessary, but every three months is recommended. Because these are mostly visual checks, they can be carried out by a responsible person such as a caretaker, property manager, or building owner.
For technical inspections, you must contact a certified fire door inspector. They will tell you how often you need a full inspection, as this depends on your property type. For communal fire doors in high-rise and high-risk buildings, buildings over 11 stories tall, and public buildings such as schools and hospitals, the UK Government requires an inspection to take place every 3 months. Flat entrance fire doors must be inspected every 12 months.
Can you paint fire doors?
Purchasing an unfinished or primed fire door means you can paint it a colour of your choosing. You may use regular paint that is suitable for the door material, so long as you apply thin coats and do not paint over any hardware.
What are fire doors made of?
Fire doors can be made from a range of materials, including different types of wood such as oak and walnut, and even laminate and MDF. What sets them apart from standard internal and external doors is that they have an engineered core. This is often made from very dense timber that is able to withstand the spread of flames and smoke for longer than a regular door. Fire doors are also fitted with intumescent strips which expand and contract as a reaction to heat, and seal the gap between the door leaf and the frame.
Don't forget the essential accessories to go with your new fire rated doors:
Need some help choosing your new fire rated door? Check out our handy guides below:
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