Fire-rated doors and frames are those that are designed for a fixed period of time to resist the passage of fire and smoke. They are usually 30, 60, 90, 120 minutes. A fire door is made of fire-resistant materials like steel, gypsum, or fire-treated wood. It forms part of the passive fire protection in a building. The frames that come with it are equally fire-rated so that the whole assembly is fire-rated. You can find this type of door fitted in stairwells, passages, commercial entranceways, and industrial areas in the UK. Fire-rated doors often contain intumescent seals that expand in heat and block smoke and flames. They often contain vision panels made of fire-glass.
Benefits:
1) Makes fire and smoke spread less quickly.
2) Gives time for safe evacuation during emergencies.
3) Follows fire safety and building regulations of the UK.
4) It is durable and can withstand foot traffic.
5) Works well with fire-safe hardware and accessories.
