Intumescent Paint For Steel Black

The intumescent coating expands at high temperatures and forms a protective insulating layer on the surface of the steel.

Intumescent paint for steel black.

Water based and non toxic this fire retardant fire resistant coating is applied just like standard paints by rolling brushing or spraying and can create a fire rated wall for your structure in as. Fireguard e 84 intumescent coating is more cost effective than other solutions without sacrificing protection as low as 0 75 per square foot. The basic principle of intumescent coating fire protection of structural steel is attained by painting the steel structures with a special protective paint an intumescent coating. Up to 60 minutes of fire protection can be obtained for timber and dependant on the thickness of the steel up to 120mins protection can be achieved from applying an intumescent paint system.

Intumescent paint for steel acts to protect steel from the heat of fire by providing an insulating layer between the steel substrate and the flames. Intumescent paint and coatings can be applied by brush roller or spray and are generally white or clear timber only. Intumescent paints for structural fire protection the most common use for intumescent paint in architecture is to provide an aesthetically pleasing finish on exposed structural steel members. A water based intumescent paint system providing fire resistance to structural steel and cast iron that may be applied by brush roller or airless spray.

Typical spray applied fireproofing provides a thick and spongey surface that requires a finished surround to hide and protect the steel member. A compatible decorative overcoat system ensures the system will enhance the building s architectural and design features.