Flame Retardant

Because the 58mm thick logs used in all our cabins and houses are so thick, they do not burn very easily. In the presence of flame a layer of char forms on the surface preventing the wood underneath from igniting.
However where a cabin is subject to building regulations it is likely the Building Inspector will require that the interior panelling surfaces such as ceilings and wall cladding are treated with an approved fire retardant.

We recommend and supply the Envirograf ES/VFR fire retardant system.

The ES/VFR System offers a clear or white coating

Suitable for upgrading wood and wood related surfaces to comply with Class 0 and Class 1 of UK Building Regulations. The ES/VFR system is suitable for use over most substrates, including new timber, bamboo, chipboard, hardboard, MDF, melamine-faced board, veneerfaced non-fire rated MDF, etc. It can also be applied over existing paints and varnishes (see application details). Tested to BS476 Part 6 & 7. Average drying time from 20 minutes to 2 hours, dependent on substrate, temperature and humidity.

Fire Performance

The ES/VFR system has been tested on a number of substrates to satisfy BS 476 Parts 6 & 7 and Class 0 and Class 1 of the UK Building Regulations. Tested at BTTG Fire Technology Services March 2007. The Coating has also been tested to comply with Classification B/S1/d0 of European Standard EN13501 Parts EN13823: 2002 single burn test (SBI) and EN11925-2 2002 ignitability.

Advantages

• Economical application to meet UK Building Regulations.
• Water based and environmental friendly
• Quick drying and UV protection
• Easy to combine with other products for primer and top-coat.