Flame Retardant Treatments for Timber – An Overview

Flame Retardant Treatments
Flame Retardant Treatments

Flame Retardant Treatments for Timber – An Overview

Date Published

19 January 2023

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TDUK
Flame Retardant Treatments
Summary

Flame Retardant (FR) chemical treatments for timber work by reducing its ignitability, slowing down the surface spread of flame and, as a result, reducing the heat released. This allows more time for escape in a fire situation.

These effects can improve the material’s ‘reaction to fire’ classification significantly.

Case studies

An elegant wave-like timber roof soars over this new swimming pool, reflecting the shape of water in motion.

Reconfiguring and extending a studio flat at the rear of a converted Edwardian house, this project by Christian Brailey Architects is a celebration of the characteristics and craftsmanship of timber.