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An oil based, decorative flame-retardant paint with 4,000+ colours used to decorate and complete Thermoguard fire protection upgrading systems.
- BS476 Part 7; Class 1 surface spread to flame
- BS476 Part 6; Fire propagation
- Designated Class 0 in accordance with U.K. Building Regulations
- Metallic colours (steel, gunmetal) available in eggshell
- Please Note: Deep Base Colours are currently unavailable in this product
Please note: Colours are sold in the nearest tin size but actual paint volume per tin may vary up to 10% depending on colour.
Please note should you be unsure whether this product/system is suitable for your requirements please see below.
Product customisation
Don't forget to save your customization to be able to add to cartPlease note should you be unsure whether this product/system is suitable for your requirements please download and complete the 'Thermoguard Steel Enquiry Form' and return by email to [email protected]
Upon receipt our team will respond within 24-48 hours with specification/advice on our best suggestion for your project. If you have any questions regarding this process consult our technical department on 0113 2455450 (option 2).
Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat is an oil based, decorative flame retardant paint used to decorate and complete Thermoguard fire protection upgrading systems including:
Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat assists in the control of fire hazards caused by combustible materials such as wood and paint in buildings by releasing a flame extinguishing gas upon contact with fire.
Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat is suitable for use direct as a maintenance coat to bare or sound previously painted non-combustible substrates where the upgrading properties of a Thermoguard basecoats are not required.
Finish and Colour Range
Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat is available in over 4,000 colours from RAL, BS and NCS in a Gloss or Eggshell finish, please see above and choose from the available selection.
Metallic colours are also available (eggshell only):
- Gunmetal (Metallic – close to RAL 9007)
- Silver (Metallic – close to RAL 9006)
Fire Testing
- BS476 Part 7; Class 1 surface spread to flame.
- BS476 Part 6; Fire propagation.
- Designated Class 0 in accordance with U.K. Building Regulations.
IMPORTANT FIRE PRODUCTS NOTICE: The information displayed on this website should be used as a guide ONLY and our Technical Department should be contacted to obtain a tailored specification and any advice necessary before you place an order for fire protection products. Fire protection products are non-returnable except in accordance with Condition 8 of the Terms and Conditions and should be applied only by an individual with the necessary expertise and experience. We will not be held liable for any resulting damage to property, human life or monetary costs incurred due to the incorrect specification you have prepared or use of fire protection products caused by your negligence, including your failure to have contacted us to obtain the relevant advice/specification.
Data sheet
- Single, Two or Three Pack
- Single
- Application
- Brush, Roller, Spray
- Coverage
- 8-10m² per litre, depending on colour
- Touch Dry
- 6 hours
- UN Number
- UN1263
- Base Type
- Oil-Based
- Suitable For Use On
- Wood
- Suitable For Use On
- Steel
- Suitable For Use On
- Walls
- Suitable For Use On
- Ceilings
- Suitable For Use On
- Existing Thermoguard Coatings
- Finish
- Gloss
- Finish
- Eggshell
- Application Method
- Brush
- Application Method
- Roller
- Application Method
- Spray
- Product Usage Type
- Topcoat
- Best Seller
- Best Seller
- Fastest Delivery
- Next Working Day
- Colour Family
- Neutral
- Colour Family
- Metallic
- Colour Family
- Silver
- Colour Family
- Dark
- Colour Family
- Anthracite Grey
- Colour Family
- Lilac
- Colour Family
- Beige
- Colour Family
- Salmon
- Colour Family
- Grey
- Colour Family
- Green
- Colour Family
- Blue
- Colour Family
- Red
- Colour Family
- Brown
- Colour Family
- Pink
- Colour Family
- Orange
- Colour Family
- Purple
- Colour Family
- Yellow
- Colour Family
- Black
- Colour Family
- White
Questions
Question about the product
Olivia on 2024-09-28 23:04:48 | Question:
Hi there, We have a indoor steel rsj support Amtrak has been firecoated and passed building control. The paint is white and we would like the finished top coat to be black. Which product can we use that will not affect the protection of the fireproof coating, Thank you |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
We would recommend speaking to the manufacturer of the existing fire coating you have applied to see what approved topcoat they recommend in this instance. | |
Dean on 2024-08-04 20:54:05 | Question:
Hi, can I use this paint for the outside of my brick/ cement pizza oven? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Unfortunately no, this is a topcoat for intumescent paint systems and is not suitable for this application. | |
Paul on 2024-04-03 21:32:35 | Question:
Hi, can this be applied to a brand new door to achieve FD20? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Thank you for your enquiry, we have replied directly to this via e-mail requesting further information. | |
jessica bowen on 2024-03-17 10:43:15 | Question:
Hello, Would this product be suitable for MDF panelling behind a hob? If so, would we need to use an undercoat/top coat? Thank you in advance |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Unfortunately no, we do not have a product we can recommend for this application. | |
Hannah on 2024-01-16 16:46:58 | Question:
Hi there I’ve just applied my second coat and for some reason it isn’t drying. It been on for 36 hours, I’ve left the heating on all day and it’s still very tacky. The first coat was applied about six months ago on top of two coats of the base and I had no problems. Any ideas? Thanks Hannah |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Thank you for your enquiry. Please could you provide us with more information, and pictures of the area in question by conatcting the technical team on [email protected] to allow us to assist fully with your query. | |
Colette on 2023-11-01 14:33:02 | Question:
Can I use Thermoguard to paint polystyrene ceiling tiles? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Assuming you are looking to use a Fire Retardant Paint on polystyrene tiles, there isn't an approved paint for this application. You can provide us with more details of your requirements by e-mailing [email protected] if you require a product that isn't for Fire Rating protection. | |
Tom Vulliamy on 2023-10-17 15:12:31 | Question:
Hello, a client has asked if this product (on its own) is suitable for treating a wood panelled wall in a protected escape route. We need to ensure that class 0 or / BS EN Class B-s1,d0 to the escape route is maintained. Would this product meet the requirements? Alternatively do you have a product that would? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Thanks for your enquiry. In order to assist further with this enquiry we have replied directly via e-mail with some additional information required. | |
Yvonne White on 2023-09-11 19:45:22 | Question:
Hi can this paint be used on concrete casing of a wood burning stove. Thank you |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Unfortunately no, we do not have a product we can recommend for this application. | |
Leigh on 2023-08-21 17:04:32 | Question:
Hi, We have done a loft conversion and our Building inspector has confirmed we can use fire protection/retardant paint on our existing internal doors, providing they are suitable to be painted with fire protection/retardant paint. We have semi solid internal door, by Premdor. Can you please confirm if we are ok to use your paint on our doors, and paint over the existing paint. Thank you |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Thanks for your enquiry, we have e-mailed you to request more information. | |
Jessica on 2023-06-05 20:45:54 | Question:
Hello, do you do colour testers for this product? Thanks |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
The manufacturer does not produce tester pots of this product, but we can offer Colour Sample Sachets of a generic paint that can be supplied mixed to the same RAL, NCS or BS colours. | |
Darrell on 2023-04-13 16:09:48 | Question:
Can or do you need to thin out thermoguard flame retardant finish.eggshell If you are spraying it. As the guy wants it sprayed finish. If you do need to thin it out what do you use? Thanks |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
This product can be thinned 5 to 10% with white spirit in required for spray application. | |
Chantal on 2023-03-18 17:53:52 | Question:
I am looking for a paint to use on bare concrete floors in a house that floods. We also have two woodburners. Would this paint be both flame retardant and water resistant? I'm guessing it's one or the other. Would it also be suitable for heavy footfall? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Unfortunately this product is not suitable for application to a floor or an area that is trafficked. Please provide the information below to [email protected] and we can assist with a recommendation. Environment - interior or exterior Is there a damp proof membrane present | |
Kevin Johnston on 2022-12-12 11:35:11 | Question:
How long before you can recoat flame retardant eggshell? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
This can be recoated after 12 hours. | |
Lin on 2022-11-02 16:15:40 | Question:
Can I paint this on metal? thanks! |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
No, this paint is a topcoat for Thermoguard Intumescent paint systems. | |
David on 2022-05-16 12:58:25 | Question:
Hello, Will this product provide 30-minute fire protection and not just spread of flame, and how to achieve it? Thank you |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
No, this is a topcoat for application as part of a system and will not achieve a level of fire protection on its own. Assuming you are looking to achieve a level of fire protection on steel please provide the information below to [email protected] - Level of fire protection required (i.e. 30, 60, 90min, etc.) | |
Natalie on 2021-10-04 11:16:19 | Question:
We have just opened up our fireplace and will be installing a Wood Burning Stove. My husband has rendered the fire recess with VITCAS Render, then has plastered with VITCAS Finishing Plaster. We want to keep it simple and paint the recess rather than tiling etc. Is this paint suitable? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Thank you for the enquiry, please see our detailed blog post on this subject with product recommendations and application information. | |
Vivienne on 2021-08-18 19:09:29 | Question:
I have a new extension to my barn conversion. It is clad with black shiplap type wood boarding. Building Control require one face (by a wooden fence) to be treated with fire retardant paint. What would you recommend ? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Thank you for the enquiry, we have contacted you directly for more information. | |
Dan on 2020-12-04 18:30:12 | Question:
Can you cover exhisting coats of non fire retardent paint with this..? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat is suitable for use direct as a maintenance coat to bare or sound previously painted non-combustible substrates where the upgrading properties of a Thermoguard basecoats are not required. Applying this product alone will not upgrade the level of fire protection of the substrate. | |
Liam on 2020-06-21 15:59:11 | Question:
Can you paint over the flame retardant paint with normal emulsion paint ? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
No, this is not possible as it would effect the Level of Fire Protection. | |
Peter on 2018-09-17 12:00:18 | Question:
I have had a log burner installed. What paint should I use around the log burner? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Please see our Blog post Painting the Walls around a Fireplace or Multi Fuel Stove for details regarding this type of application. | |
Paul Jepson on 2018-08-05 16:06:27 | Question:
Can I use your paint to coat the existing ceiling plaster work to the cellar steps as this would save fireboarding etc Hope you can help, Many thanks Paul Jepson |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
We wouldn't recommend Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat for plasterboard/plastered surfaces. We can offer an alternative system if you can advise the level of fire protection required - i.e. Class 1, Class 0, 30min, 60min, etc? | |
Nigel Eustace on 2016-05-05 19:19:53 | Question:
Can I use your paint products to fireproof my ceiling as I have not used fire retardant plaster board to encase the new steel for my loft extension. I have to have it looked at by a building inspector.
Thanks. |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
You can use our products to achieve BS Class 1, Class 0, 30min or 60min protection on standard plaster walls and ceilings but the product you are currently looking at is not the one to do it. Please contact our Technical Team on 0113 2455450 to discuss your requirements and they will provide a specification and quotation accordingly. | |
Claire Pullen on 2016-01-31 21:39:37 | Question:
What paint should I use to paint an indoor brick fire wall? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
We recommend using Thermoguard Wallcoat Smoke & Flame Retardant Topcoat. This product isn't heat resistant and may discolour over time if continually subjected to high temperatures, but it is a much safer alternative to standard emulsion. | |
C raw on 2015-09-20 17:02:57 | Question:
Can I use Thermoguard Flame Retardant Eggshell directly onto wood or does it need primer? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Thermoguard Flame Retardant Eggshell can be applied directly to wood but if you require any level of fire protection then Thermoguard Timbercoat must be applied first in accordance with it's instructions. | |
IMPORTANT SHIPPING & DELIVERY INFORMATION
Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat is only available with the shipping and delivery timescales listed below - please do not contact our Customer Support Team with enquiries about alternative or earlier shipping and delivery times.
Saturdays and Sundays, as well as Bank Holidays, are not classed as working days.
Orders placed after the cut-off for this product will not be processed for earliest dispatch until 9am the next working day.
All delivery costs below are excluding VAT
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