INTUMESCENT COATING THICKNESS: WHY IT MATTERS
Intumescent coating thickness varies by substrate, assembly, and fire rating. See how testing and project details determine the right coating thickness.
What Is Intumescent Technology?
Firefree Coatings has specialized in developing and manufacturing advanced intumescent fire-retardant and fire-resistant coatings.
What Are the Techniques for Fire-Resistant Construction?
Fire-resistant construction focuses on controlling fire behavior inside a building. Fire does not remain confined to its point of origin and can spread through structural voids, wall cavities, and mechanical…
Fire-Resistant Paint for Wood: What Every Builder Needs to Know
Fire safety shapes every major decision in commercial building design. As a builder or architect, you already know that material selection directly affects how a structure reacts under fire exposure.…
How to Evaluate Fire-Retardant Coatings for Code Compliance and Safety
When it comes to the use of fire-retardant coatings for building materials, all products are not created equal. Model building codes, like the International Building Code® (IBC), International Fire Code®…
ASTM E84: A Standard Test Method for Surface Burning
Fire performance is not something you leave to interpretation on a project set. As an architect or engineer, you already know that once materials go into a building, their behavior…
What You Need to Know About Fire Protection Systems in Mass Timber Buildings
Mass timber is appearing more often in architectural projects, especially in WUI (Wildland-Urban Interface) zones. However, it behaves differently from steel or concrete. Even though it performs predictably under fire…
What You Should Know About Fire-Rated Wall Assemblies: A Guide for Architects 2026
As an architect, you already understand the importance of fire-rated walls in your projects. These are carefully tested and certified systems designed to slow fire and heat for a specific…
What Are WUI Exterior Wall Requirements?
Wildfires are no longer rare events that only affect remote areas. Today, millions of homes sit in areas where development meets natural vegetation. In fact, according to the ICC (International…
What Are the Best Fire Coating Products for Structural Steel in Commercial Buildings?
Structural steel plays a central role in modern commercial construction because of its strength and flexibility. However, its performance under fire conditions requires careful attention. Fire retardant coatings for structural…