Roof Sheathing Fire Proofing Paint

Firetect wt 102 8 oz.

Roof sheathing fire proofing paint.

Intumescent coatings often referred to as intumescent paint are used in buildings as a passive fire resistance measure. As leading developers in this industry we are dedicated to minimizing the casualties and destruction associated with fire disasters. They can be applied to structural members as an aesthetically pleasing fireproofing product. This type of product offers the structural strength of traditional osb along with icc certified fire code compliance.

Flameoff coatings is a manufacturer for fireproof paint and coatings dedicated to providing high quality coatings products related to fire protection for residential commercial and industrial buildings. White flat latex intumescent fireproofing flame retardant paint sample for wood. Some materials have a by assembly class a fire rating meaning that additional materials must be used between the roof covering and the roof sheathing in order to attain the fire rating. A fire resistant roof includes the entire roofing system including the deck insulation underlayment and even the roof incline.

It carries an exposure 1 classification which means it can withstand normal exposure to moisture during construction. The roof sheathing material plays a large role in preventing ignition and slowing the spread of fire to other parts of the building. With its exposure 1 classification lp flameblock sheathing in roof deck applications is able to withstand exposure to moisture during normal construction delays. Ffe on its own does not have fire retardant properties but its application on surfaces coated with ffa or ff88 will allow use of such products in exterior applications if used in strict compliance with firefree s recommendations.

If doing a remodel on a two family dwelling and the common wall between the two units is disturbed your local jurisdiction may require a minimum of 5 8 type x drywall to be applied to the common wall of the side being remodeled. Examples of roof coverings with a by assembly fire rating include aluminum some fire retardant wood shake products and recycled plastic and. Flameoff fire barrier paint is an intumescent paint that can be applied to most building materials. Fire resistance shall run from foundation to underneath the roof sheathing.

Another type of intumescent product is a firestopping pillow or putty that is used to protect openings from fire. Structural steel is the most commonly protected material but protection can include other materials such as sheet metal sheetrock composite panels and interior woods.