It doesn’t take long for an accidental or freak fire to rage out of control in mere minutes – even seconds. A fire can originate from carelessness, a tragic string of coincidences or even just a bizarre accident. And before you know it, that fire is on its way to becoming a catastrophic event. Because the outcome of even a minor fire can quickly reach devastating proportions, it’s vital that we do everything within our control to have every fire protection measure in place. The standard for fire safety includes fire extinguishers, automatic sprinklers, and smoke detector. But you can take it to the next level by using fire-resistant paints and coatings.
Today, paints and coatings that have Class A and Class B flame spread ratings are readily available. You can walk into Home Depot or most hardware stores and buy these special flameproof paints. You can purchase them in a variety of colors – black, white, and custom-mixed to a color of your choice. Another nice feature of this product is that they also can be used as a primer as well. Just by using special paint, you’ve added another extra potentially life-saving layer of protection from a fire.
What makes these fire-resistant paints such a smart choice is that they adhere to a number of different kinds of surfaces. Usually, we just think of paint on walls, but these paints can be used on wood and other decorative items. By using these specialized paints, you've now flameproofed that many more items on site.
When you use flame-resistant paints, you also can choose the sheen you want as well. This adds a Class B protection for a matte or clear semi-gloss finish. Not only will this help protect many valuable pieces of property, using paint with built-in fire retardants will minimize the spread and severity of a fire. And when you use clear-coat paint, you can coat items that you just want to protect but don’t necessarily want to paint. This offers protection without adding color, and it also can adhere to a variety of surfaces, including cardboard, fiberboard, plasterboard, or greenery.
When most people think of flameproofing, usually spraying fabrics or materials with fire retardant chemicals is what comes to mind. But you really can flameproof just about anything when you include fire-resistant paint and clear coatings.
If you have questions about flameproofing or anything pertaining to fire safety, Brooklyn Flameproofing would love to answer your questions. And if you need flameproofing treatments performed, we can also provide you with a free, no-obligation quote. Please call us today! 800-401-5415