Guidance on the classification for reaction to fire performance of fire retardant coating systems: enhancing the fire performance of surfaces in buildings (Orange book)

Publication Year

2009

Document Status

Current

Abstract

Offers guidance on use of fire retardant coating systems including paint and varnish, intumescent reactive coating and surface impregnations. Provides an in depth view of regulations, codes and requirements and how they pertain to fire retardant coating systems and gives terminology and classifications for reaction to fire. Also covers meeting the requirements of Building Regulations and maintenance for existing buildings and structures. Advises on the selection of fire retardant systems based on substrate condition and includes a typical fire retardant systems data page.

Document History

Supersedes: Guidance on the classification for reaction to fire performance of fire retardant coating systems: enhancing the fire performance of surfaces in buildings (Orange book) (ASFP, 2008). Updates the introduction relating to fire and legal liability notice and a new disclaimer.

ISBN

9781870409353

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