Intumescent Coating

Intumescent Coating

Intumescent coatings are used for the protection of structural elements within a building. Application of intumescent paint to structural steel ensures its capability of withstanding high temperatures and structural stability of the building. Intumescent coatings are proven and effective method of protecting buildings from the risk of structural damage meeting UK standards. Our aim is to provide a comprehensive intumescent spray solutions that meets the needs of our client and their specific requirements. We also offer a free, no-obligation quotation service so that you can be sure you are getting the best possible price for your fire protection works.

Intumescent coatings, often referred to as reactive paint, reacts with the heat caused from a fire, specifically temperatures exceeding 120°C. When exposed to temperatures above this threshold, the paint will intumesce (swell) up to 50 times the thickness of the original paint forming a proactive, carbon layer which thermally insulates the steel for a set period of time. Depending on the coating, this is usually in the range of 30 – 120 minutes. This period allows people to be safely evacuated from the building and protects the very structure of a building before firefighters can extinguish the blaze.

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