Intumescent Paint
Fire Protection That Doesn’t Compromise on Style
Intumescent paint offers a seamless blend of fire safety and design. When exposed to high temperatures, this specialist coating expands into a thick, insulating foam that shields structural steel from the effects of fire. It can delay structural failure for up to two hours, providing valuable time for evacuation and response, all while preserving the sleek, exposed steel aesthetic that architects and developers often prefer.
Where Intumescent Coatings Excel
This type of fire protection is commonly used in buildings where steel is left visible, such as open-plan offices, contemporary flats, retail units and schools or healthcare buildings that value both performance and appearance. It’s an ideal solution for refurbishment projects too, where visual continuity and safety upgrades must go hand-in-hand.
What Sets SBS Apart?
At SBS Limited, we approach every intumescent project with precision. From helping you select the right product for your steel thickness and desired fire rating, to preparing the substrate and applying the coating with care, our goal is to ensure safety and finish are never compromised. Our team follows strict measurement and QA procedures, including dry film thickness and temperature logs, as well as humidity and steel temperature checks, which are all recorded and placed on the report in conjunction with the area/grid lines that were treated that day. You can rely on us to coordinate with your programme and leave the steel looking clean, smooth and fully compliant.
Benefits Snapshot
Intumescent coatings provide up to 120 minutes of fire resistance with minimal thickness, making them a lightweight alternative to cladding or boarding. They’re suitable for a wide range of environments and compatible with water-based, solvent,or epoxy systems depending on the build. With the right top coat, they also hold up well in semi-exposed areas. Most importantly, they meet the UK’s most stringent fire safety standards, without interfering with the building’s visual identity.
If you’re unsure what system you need or you’d like support interpreting your fire strategy, our technical team is ready to help. Get in touch today and we’ll guide you from specification to completion.
Ready to Enhance Your Fire Protection?
If you’re planning a large-scale project and need a high-performing fireproofing system that can be installed efficiently and certified with confidence, speak to SBS today for a consultation.
