Do you have an appropriate paint for protection against mould growth on the underside of steelwork lintel plate for external use. Interior Heavy Duty Wood Varnish should not be applied over uncured oil base paint as this may cause discolouration. It's this wiping away of much or all of the excess that makes wiping varnish so forgiving, since the thin layer left behind dries more reliably flat (AKA 'levels out'), attracts less dust (so less need to 'de-nib') and also dries much more quickly when the working conditions are not ideal, e. For a dead flat finish with high durability and stain resistance, apply 2 coats of satin followed by 1 coat of dead flat. It looked OK as it was in the breakfast nook and fit with her decor, and I guess it worked as I never got a complaint.

ES/VFR Clear Varnish Fire Retardant Coating can be applied with a brush, roller or spray and has a theoretical coverage rate of 5m² per litre. The guy that did the tiles for me sealed them in with a coloured epoxy to prevent food and liquid getting in the area. Please note: Timber must be clean and thoroughly dry prior to application (maximum 18% moisture content). Utilising thin film intumescent technology allows the paints to provide a highly decorative finish for use internally and externally, reliably protecting the structure from high temperatures and open fire.The Thermoguard Fire Varnish System should only be applied to clean, dry wood (maximum 18% moisture content), with dry conditions during application and drying of basecoat and overcoat. Now available in wood stain colours as well, they are ideal for fireproofing any size area of exposed wood beams, boards, MDF, veneer, etc. It can be brushed on ( check the instruction and follow those relating to safety - mainly good ventilation). ES/VFR Clear Varnish Fire Retardant Coating is a decorative base coat designed to offer a comprehensive solution for achieving spread of flame to timber substrates. In one particularly hot fire I once saw a glass top distorted – and I've also seen many laminate products ruined by heat.

Could you advise what level of fire protection you require, the height of the area, the thickness of the wood to coat and whether it is bare or previously coated with something?

Developed to finish wood surfaces classified as D-s2,d0 according to UNE-EN 13238 and must accomplish the UNE-EN 13823:2012 norm of Reaction to fire (SBI test) and later classification according UNE-EN 13501-2007 + A1:2010 (Euroclasses). You may not, except with our express written permission, distribute or commercially exploit the content. Envirograf HWAP is a clear water-based primer for the use under Envirograf Clear Intumescent Lacquer and Intumescent Paint Coatings. Thereafter, the basecoat becomes gradually harder, until it reaches a point where the overcoat may not obtain a good bond. Fire retardant varnishes can offer BS Class 1, Class 0, EN Class B and 30 or 60-minute protection depending on the requirement, circumstance and system choice.

Luckily, fire retardant varnish is made of resins that don’t burn, as opposed to the incredibly flammable alternative. There are many people who may need this certification: Building Managers, Insurance Companies, Building Control Departments etc. If they happen to be the hollow type of interior doors that are constructed of cardboard and wood veneer, they can erupt into flames almost instantly. I would prefer it to be a glossy, lacquer-type finish, but anything that protects the wood will be fine.Their aim at Ronseal is always to provide products that meet exactly your requirements; that is why they spend a lot of time listening to what you have to say. This product adheres to bamboo, chipboard, decorative laminates, furniture, plywood, MDF, melamine and more. ES/VFR Clear Lacquer Fire Retardant is formulated to upgrade new and existing wood to comply with both UK and European Fire Regulations. Whilst you have to apply at least 2 coats to get the hard wearing finish required, it is no hardship as the drying time between coats is only a few hours and requires very little sanding between coats. Rawlins Paints sell a range of safety and security products, and it needs to be kept in mind that sources of arson or accidental fire can come from bins, storage facilities connected to a property, unkept foliage, and highly flammable materials left exposed to the sun or a heat source.

If the wood underneath has seen better days, and you don’t want to go to the trouble of repairing or replacing it, you can hide your ugly lumber with a coat of fire retardant paint. The protective Fire Varnish Overcoat provides protection against UV and wear, while offering a choice of sheen levels.In fact, paints which are suitable for external application require additional topcoat to protect them from the elements. That means that if you coat them with flammable materials, the entire place is primed to go up very quickly in a fire. Each pack contains the correct amount of basecoat ( Fire Varnish Basecoat) and topcoat ( Thermoguard Fire Varnish Overcoat (Interior) or Thermoguard Fire Varnish Overcoat (Exterior)) to ensure protection is achieved inline with the manufacturers recommendations to the respective area in question. To achieve the necessary classifications, two coats of ES/VFR Clear Lacquer at 10m2 per litre must be applied.