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Fire Door Furniture and Ironmongery
Fire doors save lives. But they only work when fitted with the proper hardware. Every handle, hinge, and closer must meet strict fire safety standards to keep your building protected when it matters most. What fire door furniture do I need for my building? The type of fire door furniture you need depends on your building's layout, occupancy and fire safety requirements. Almost all fire doors should have self-closing mechanisms (with very few exceptions). Heavy-traffic areas demand robust hardware that can withstand constant use without compromising safety performance. The fire door furniture should always have a fire rating that matches the fire door it is being fitted to (which will be determined in the fire risk assessment). Which fire door ironmongery meets current regulations? All fire door ironmongery must carry CE marking and meet BS EN standards. Look for products tested to BS EN 1634-1 for fire resistance and BS EN 1935 for hinges. Door closers need BS EN 1154 certification, and handles must comply with BS EN 1906. These standards ensure your hardware will perform correctly during a fire emergency. How do I choose the right fire door closer? Fire door closers are available in three types: overhead, concealed, and floor-spring. Overhead closers are suitable for most applications and offer adjustable closing forces. Concealed closers provide a clean aesthetic for modern buildings. Floor springs are ideal for heavy doors or when overhead mounting isn't possible. Consider the weight, width, and frequency of use when selecting your closer. What's the difference between fire door handles and standard handles? Each fire door handle should have a fire rating - that means it has been performance tested to resist fire for a certain length of time. The fire rating should match the rating of the fire door it is going on to. Can I fit fire door furniture myself? Fire door furniture installation requires precision and a thorough understanding of fire safety regulations. Incorrect fitting can void your door's fire rating and create serious safety risks. We recommend using certified installers who are familiar with the specific requirements for fire door hardware. Poor installation is one of the leading causes of fire door failure during emergencies. Which fire door hinges should I choose? Fire door hinges must carry the same fire rating as your door. Ball bearing hinges handle heavy use better than plain bearing types. Stainless steel hinges resist corrosion in damp environments. Three hinges are standard for most doors, but heavy or tall doors may need four. Check the manufacturer's specifications for weight limits and fire ratings. How often should fire door ironmongery be inspected? Fire door ironmongery needs regular inspection to ensure continued performance. Check door closers monthly for proper closing action and adjust if needed. Inspect hinges for wear, corrosion, or damage every six months. Annual professional inspections help identify issues before they become safety hazards. Keep records of all inspections and maintenance work. Fire door furniture and ironmongery isn't just about compliance – it's about protecting the people who matter to you. Every component plays a vital role in your building's fire safety strategy. Choose wisely, fit correctly, and maintain regularly to ensure your fire doors are ready when needed most. Ready to upgrade your fire door hardware? Browse our complete range of certified fire door furniture and ironmongery, or contact our fire safety experts for personalised advice on your specific requirements. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Do I need intumescent backing when fitting fire door hinges? Yes, you should always fit intumescent backing material underneath fire door hinges. The cut-out for the hinge creates a weak point in the fire protection, and intumescent backing seals any gaps to prevent fire and smoke spread. Always refer to the manufacturer's specifications. Can I use the same pull handle on timber, metal, and glass fire doors? Most fire-rated pull handles are designed to work across all three door types. Briton's 4700 series handles come with universal fixing kits that accommodate timber, metal, or glass doors while maintaining fire integrity. What's included in a fire door furniture kit? Fire door furniture kits contain all the essential components for FD30 or FD60 doors. This includes fire-rated handles, locks, closers, hinges, and cylinders – everything needed to ensure your fire door functions correctly and maintains its fire rating. Are foot-operated door openers fire-rated? The DecaMed foot-operated door openers are designed for hygiene purposes and don't compromise fire door integrity. However, they're primarily hygiene solutions rather than fire safety products, so check compatibility with your specific fire door requirements. Why do vacant properties need letterbox blanking plates? Many insurance companies won't cover claims where unoccupied buildings have unprotected letterboxes. Letterbox blanking plates prevent arson and vandalism through the letterbox opening, which is often a contractual requirement for vacant property insurance.
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Foot Operated Door Opener - DecaMed
Providing a hands-free alternative to opening doors, the DecaMed foot operated door opener allows users to open doors with their foot to limit the spread of germs.
- Suitable for solid core wooden latch-less doors
- Easy to install and includes free door sticker
- Limits the spread of germs by using your foot to open doors
Heavy Duty Fire Door Hinges - Set of 3
These Grade 13 Fire Door Hinges are CE certified, fire rated, and supplied in sets of three with a choice of stainless steel or brass effect finish available.
- Grade 13 (120Kg Hanging Weight)
- Available in Stainless Steel and Brass
- Size: 102mm x 76mm x 3mm (4" x 3" x 3mm)
Selectrite MK2 Fire Door Co-ordinator
Ensure that your fire doors close fully and in the correct sequence with the MK2 Fire Door Co-ordinator. Designed for use with rebated double fire doors.
- Ensures doors close in the correct sequence
- Silver anodised aluminium finish
- UL certified and tested to BS EN 1158:1997 + A1:2002
Fire Rated Intumescent Air Transfer Grilles with Faceplates
- 60 minute fire protection (for use in fire resisting doorsets)
- Louvre air vents allow free circulation of air
- System is maintenance free and easy to install
- Faceplates are available in a choice of three powder coated finishes
Stainless Steel Foot Operated Door Opener - DecaMed
Allowing the user to pull open doors without using their hands, the DecaMed stainless steel foot operated door opener helps maintain hygiene standards.
- Suitable for solid core wooden latch-less doors
- Simple to install, includes fixing screws and sticker
- Eliminate contact with door handles and minimise the spread of germs
- Narrow tooth section helps to open door easily
Astroflame Fire Rated Door Viewer
The Astroflame Fire Rated Door Viewer has a 60 minute fire rating and features a privacy closer to prevent people from outside looking in.
- Suitable for 35mm - 55mm thickness doors
- Available in brass or chrome finish
- 60 minute fire rating with 180° viewing angle
Astroflame Fire Rated Security Door Viewer
This Astroflame Fire Rated Door Viewer has a 60 minute fire rating and has been designed with security in mind, featuring a prism lens that allows one way viewing only.
- Suitable for 35mm - 62mm thickness doors
- Available in gold or silver plastic finish
- 60 minute fire rating with 160° viewing angle
Intumescent Letter Plates - 30 Minutes Fire Rated
- Suitable for door thickness of 40-80mm
- 30 minutes fire protection (FD30)
- Available in 2 sizes: 10" and 12"
- Available in 4 different finishes
Briton 4700 Pull Handle - D Shaped
Suitable for timber, metal or glass doors, this D-shaped style pull handle from Briton is ideal for high use doors in areas such as offices and hotels. Fire rated to EN 1634.
- Available in 200mm or 300mm lengths
- Supplied with universal fixing kit
- Suitable for timber, metal or glass doors
Briton 4700 Pull Handle - Mitred
Suitable for timber, metal or glass doors, this mitred style pull handle from Briton gives your door a modern appearance. Fire rated to EN 1634.
- Available in 200mm or 300mm lengths
- Mitred / right angled design
- Suitable for timber, metal or glass doors
Briton 4700 Pull Handle - Pillar
Suitable for timber, metal or glass doors, this pillar style pull handle from Briton is suitable for areas with high footfall, such as offices and hotels. Fire rated to EN 1634.
- Available in 400mm or 600mm lengths
- Designed for high traffic doors
- Suitable for timber, metal or glass doors
Intumescent Ironmongery Protection for Fire Door Hinges - Astroflame
Intumescent backing material for use when fitting fire rated hinges to your fire doors and frames, sealing any gaps to help prevent the spread of fire and smoke.
- Dimensions (L x W x D): 100 x 30 x 0.8mm
- Suitable for use on FD30 and FD60 fire doors
- Supplied in packs of 6 (single door) or boxes of 300
- Available with square or rounded corners to match most hinges
Letterbox Blanking Plates - Letterblox™
Letterbox blanking plates are designed to protect your property from arson and vandalism whilst it is unoccupied. The plates fit most door types.
- Stops letterbox arson attacks when properties are unoccupied
- Fit most door types and letter plate openings
- 2 year manufacturer's warranty
Union Fire Door Kit - Lever on Rose Locking Kit
The lever on rose fire door locking kit from Union contains the essential door furniture, including euro profile cylinder, for your internal FD30 or FD60 fire doors.
- Kit includes door closer, hinges, lever handles, sashlock, euro cylinder and signs
- All products are certified to relevant British / European standards for peace of mind
- Suitable for FD30 and FD60 fire doors
Briton Fire Door Kit - Pull Handle Kit
The Pull Handle Fire Door Kit from Briton contains all the essential door furniture for your internal FD30 or FD60 fire door. Four different closer options are available.
- Kit includes door closer, hinges, pull handle, finger plate and fire door signs
- Available in 4 versions to accommodate different usage levels
- Suitable for FD30 and FD60 internal fire doors
Briton Fire Door Kit - Lever on Rose Latch Kit
The Lever on Rose Fire Door Latch Kit from Briton contains all the essential door furniture for your internal FD30 or FD60 fire door. Four different options are available.
- Kit includes door closer, hinges, handles, 72mm latch and fire door signs
- Available in 4 versions to accommodate different usage levels
- Suitable for FD30 and FD60 internal fire doors
Briton Fire Door Kit - Lever on Rose Locking Kit
The Lever on Rose Fire Door Locking Kit from Briton contains all the essential door furniture, including euro profile cylinder, for your internal FD30 or FD60 fire doors.
- Kit includes door closer, hinges, handles, sashlock, euro cylinder and signs
- Available in 4 versions to accommodate different usage levels
- Suitable for FD30 & FD60 internal fire doors
Briton 4700 Pull Handle Roses
These Pull Handle Roses are for 20mm and 22mm diameter pull handles from the Briton 4700 series and provide a concealed fixing method to complement your door.
- For use with 20mm and 22mm diameter 4700 series pull handles
- Supplied in pairs with stainless steel fixing screws
- Snap fit to conceal fixings
Briton 4700 Pull Handle Universal Fixing Kit
The Briton Universal Fixing Kit features all the components needed to fix 4700 series door handles to timber, glass or steel doors. Various mounting options available.
- Suitable for fixing all pull handles in the 4700 series
- Designed for timber, metal or glass doors
- Fire rated to EN 1634
Briton 4700 Stainless Steel Push Plate
Available in three sizes, the Briton 4700 Stainless Steel Push Plate complements any timber or steel door without compromising fire integrity. Ideal for high traffic doors.
- Available in three different sizes
- Supplied with stainless steel fixing screws
- Fire rated to EN 1634
Fire Door Hinges
Arson Protection
Door Handles and Levers
Fire Door Hinges
Fire door hinges consist of a set of three fire rated hinges, tested to exacting standards. When fitting fire door hinges you should also fit intumescent backing underneath the hinges, as the cut-out for the hinge is a weak point in the fire protection. As is the case for all of our products of this type, fire door hinges should conform to BS EN 1935 as the standard for single-axis hinges that are fitted to fire doors which open in one direction only.
Arson Protection
For unoccupied properties and buildings, arson and vandalism protection is critical, especially where insurance is concerned. Many insurance companies do not cover claims where unoccupied buildings have an unprotected letterbox. For vacant properties, insurance companies will often feature a clause in the contract to the effect of "All letterboxes must be sealed to prevent the insertion of material". This makes it clear that the letterbox needs to be adequately sealed for the insurance to be valid.
The letterbox is one of the most vulnerable parts of a building and is publicly accessible, allowing it to be targeted for vandalism or malicious damage. This can often lead to extensive property damage from fire and water through vandalism and arson.
One solution to this issue is the Letterblox. Designed for the majority of door types and letter plate openings, it seals the letterbox to prevent damage, whether this be malicious or otherwise. Once the original letter plate has been removed, this security device is very easy to attach to the door, with no additional tools or fixings required. Unlike other product options for sealing letterboxes, the Letterblox causes no damage to the door and can be re-used on other doors if the property becomes occupied.
Door Handles and Levers
Pull Handles
Designed to complement a range of wooden, metal or glass doors, our offering for fire rated pull handles features 3 different designs and are all supplied with a universal fixing kit. Manufactured from a durable stainless steel, these handles are ideal for use on high traffic doors and in locations such as offices, restaurants and hotels.
- D Shaped Pull Handle - Available in 200mm or 300mm lengths
- Mitred Pull Handle - Available in 200mm or 300mm lengths
- Pillar Pull Handle - Available in 400mm or 600mm lengths
Door Furniture Kits
Ensure you have everything you need to install your newly purchased FD30 or FD60 fire door with one of our fire door kits. A range of options are available, and include all the essential fire rated components required to ensure that your fire door is fully functional and maintains its integrity rating:
- Pull Handle Kit includes door closer, fire door hinges, pull handle, finger / push plate and fire door signs
- Lever on Rose Latch Kit includes door closer, fire door hinges, pair of levers, 72mm latch and fire door signs
- Lever on Rose Locking Kit includes door closer, fire door hinges, pair of levers, sashlock, euro profile cylinder and fire door signs