Intumescent paint for fire proofing

FG Fegan specialise in a comprehensive range of structural fire retardant solutions, including intumescent coatings for steel and other applications.

Intumescent paint is a fast method of providing 30 to 120 minutes of fire protection to structural steel alone.

The key feature of intumescent coatings is that they expand significantly when exposed to high temperatures, such as those found in a fire. As the product expands it becomes much less dense, acting as an insulator that keeps high temperatures away from structural members or protected openings.

Intumescent paint can be used alongside other fire protection systems. Because of the way it activates, care must be taken with its application, which is why it pays to use a specialist.