The Benefits of Metal Fire Doors
Metal fire doors offer all the benefits of standard wooden fire doors, but with the additional bonuses of:
• Extra strength
• More security
• Enhanced durability
• Extended fire protection.
Made from mild steel (also known as plain carbon, or low carbon, steel) or stainless steel, fire resistant metal doors provide far more resistance against intruders, and their ability to withstand more extreme adverse conditions is undeniably impressive. When custom-made (which all of our steel fire doors are), they can be fashioned to fit in a variety of spaces, up to maximum measurements of 1385mm width and 2860mm height for latched or unlatched single doors, and 2700mm width and 2860mm height for double doors.
Metal doors are especially favoured by certain industries and areas of business. They are suited to premises like kitchens or food preparation environments because they can be cleaned to a high standard, and hygiene is easy to maintain. Hospital and health care environments often appreciate steel doors for these same reasons, while businesses whose premises are in an area where they are at a high risk of erosion can also find that steel doors, especially those made from stainless steel, can tolerate the conditions far more effectively than wooden doors. And finally, fire escape routes are also usually fitted with metal fire doors, for maximum safety and security.
Steel doors can offer users an incredible four hours of fire protection. This means that they will contain flames and smoke within one section of a building so that everybody can get out safely, and so that the rest of the building and its contents are protected. As long as the doors are made to measure to ensure a perfect fit, and are installed correctly – including the frame, seal and hinges – then this advanced degree of protection is available to all customers who choose this kind of fire door.
The appearance of your metal fire doors is up to you. They are usually finished on site, using polyester powder coatings, which are available in a range of colours. PVC laminate, including woodgrain, can also be used to apply a finish to steel fire doors, depending on the appearance and style of the premises they are fitted in.
We are able to install metal fire doors in one single visit, which saves you time and allows for minimum inconvenience. They are fully tested according to the appropriate British and European standards, and custom-made by us.
Choosing the best style and material for your fire doors can seem like a confusing and complex decision, and taking care to order the best and most suitable option offers not just good value for money and an effective, appropriate door, but also peace of mind. We understand that there is a lot to think about, so our customer service team are happy to talk you through your choices and help you to make the right decision. Because we custom make and fit all our own fire doors, we are experts at every stage of the production, installation and maintenance and are always happy to offer you our best advice.
