Description
protectionpaints Fire Varnish Basecoat is an essential component of the protectionpaints Fire Varnish Systems, providing intumescent fire protection for timber and timber-derived substrates. Here’s a detailed description of the product:
Purpose:
The protectionpaints Fire Varnish Basecoat offers intumescent fire protection for both internal and external surfaces of timber and timber-derived substrates. It meets the requirements of BS Class 1 and Class 0 Surface Spread of Flame standards, as well as BS EN Class B s2 d0.
Special Formula:
The basecoat’s special formula provides tough and durable finishes for internal and external wood surfaces. It enhances the natural beauty of the wood while simultaneously offering fire protection to new/bare surfaces and previously varnished substrates.
Components:
The protectionpaints Fire Varnish Basecoat is a two-component, water-based product consisting of a base and activator. This clear, intumescent varnish is to be paired with either a protectionpaints Interior Fire Varnish Overcoat or Exterior Varnish to provide additional protection against UV radiation and wear.
Categories:
Exterior
Wood
Sizes:
Available in a 20m2 pack size
Finish:
Basecoat
Fire Rating:
Achieves EN Class B, Class 0, and Class 1 fire ratings, offering significant fire resistance and protection.
Fire Ratings Achieved:
The product achieves EN Class B s1 d0 or 30 minutes of fire resistance when specified, ensuring compliance with stringent fire safety standards.
Additional Items:
It’s recommended that alongside the protectionpaints Fire Varnish Basecoat, users may also need the Fire Varnish Exterior Overcoat Clear for comprehensive fire protection and aesthetic enhancement.
Overall, protectionpaints Fire Varnish Basecoat stands out as a crucial component of fire protection systems for timber surfaces, offering durability, fire resistance, and enhancement of natural wood aesthetics. Its compatibility with other protectionpaints products ensures comprehensive protection against fire hazards both internally and externally
