Fire Doors Explained

A fire door is a type of door designed to resist the spread of fire and smoke between compartments of a building, such as rooms, corridors, or stairwells. They are an important safety feature in buildings as they help to prevent the spread of fire and smoke, which can be deadly.

Fire doors are tested to ensure that they meet specific standards for fire resistance, smoke control, and other fire safety features. They are rated based on the amount of time they can withstand exposure to fire, typically 30, 60, or 120 minutes. The higher the rating, the longer the door can withstand the heat and flames of a fire.

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Fire Door Importance

If you own or manage a building, you need fire doors to help prevent the spread of fire and smoke between compartments. This is important for the safety of the occupants of the building, as well as for the protection of property and assets.

It is important to ensure that fire doors are properly installed, maintained, and inspected to ensure that they function correctly in the event of a fire.

FIRE CONTAINMENT

LIFE PROTECTION

LEGAL COMPLIANCE

ASSET PROTECTION

Compliance & Regulations

  • Guardian Shield Doors are fully compliant with all relevant UK fire safety regulations and standards, ensuring the highest levels of protection for both life and property.

  • Each of our fire doors is rigorously tested and certified in accordance with BS EN 1634-1 or BS 476-22, providing reliable fire resistance ratings such as FD30 and FD60.

  • Our doors are manufactured as complete, third-party certified doorsets, incorporating fully compatible components including intumescent seals, fire-rated ironmongery, and automatic closers.

  • Guardian Shield Doors are installed in line with the BS 8214:2016 Code of Practice, ensuring correct fitting and long-term performance.

  • We support building owners and responsible persons in meeting their legal duties under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Building Regulations Approved Document B, and offer ongoing support with maintenance advice and fire door inspection guidance to meet the requirements of the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022.

The Difference Between Internal & External Fire Doors

INTERNAL

  • Installed within building interiors – rooms, corridors, staircases, compartments

  • Create fire-resistant compartments to prevent spread
  • Made with fire-resistant materials and intumescent seals
  • Fitted with self-closing mechanisms
  • May include fire-rated glass for visibility

EXTERNAL

  • Positioned at main and emergency building exits

  • Prevent external fires from spreading indoors

  • Aid firefighting by resisting outside fire entry

  • Equipped with panic hardware for fast emergency exit
  • Feature self-closing mechanisms and fire-resistant materials

Frequently Asked Questions

Our fire doors are certified to FD30, FD60, and higher ratings, tested to BS EN 1634-1 or BS 476-22 standards.

Yes, all Guardian Shield Doors are third-party certified for quality, performance, and compliance.

Absolutely. We offer professional installation by qualified technicians to ensure full compliance with UK fire safety regulations.

Yes, we offer bespoke designs, finishes, sizes, and hardware to suit both performance and aesthetic requirements.

Yes, we manufacture and install fire doors for offices, schools, hospitals, retail spaces, industrial sites, and other non-residential premises.

Our doors meet all relevant UK standards, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Approved Document B, and the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022.

Yes, all our fire doors are fitted with intumescent seals, self-closing mechanisms, and compatible fire-rated hardware.

Yes, we offer options with fire-rated glazed panels for visibility and light without compromising fire resistance.

While we don’t directly provide ongoing maintenance, we can offer guidance, inspection checklists, and trusted partner referrals.

Yes, we offer options with fire-rated glazed panels for visibility and light without compromising fire resistance.