Fire Walls
DDF FIRE LTD
About Fire Walls
In the UK, fire-rated walls are a critical part of passive fire protection, designed to contain fire and prevent its spread through a building for a specified period. These walls are built using fire-resistant materials and must meet specific British Standards for integrity and insulation performance.
What Is a Fire-Rated Wall?
A fire-rated wall (also called a compartment wall or fire-resisting wall) is a barrier constructed to resist fire for a specified time—typically 30, 60, 90, 120, or 240 minutes.
It serves to:
Contain the fire within a compartment
Protect escape routes
Allow safe evacuation
Maintain the structural stability of the building
Where Are Fire-Rated Walls Required?
Stairwells & escape routes
Between flats and common corridors
Plant rooms
Fire compartmentation boundaries
Riser shafts
Separating walls between dwellings
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Would you like help choosing the right fire-rated wall system for a specific application in a residential, industrial or commercial setting? DDF Fire are certified installers of fire-rated walls.