Please note that this product CANNOT be used without first receiving an application schedule from our Technical Department. Please download and complete the 'Thermoguard Wood Enquiry Form' and return by email to [email protected]

If you have any questions regarding this process consult our technical department on 0113 2455450 (option 2).

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Fire Protection and Decoration of Wood in Buildings

Thermoguard Timbercoat

Part of a Fire Protection Upgrade System for bare & suitable multi-layer painted wood and wood derivatives. Part 1 of a system achieve 30 or 60 minute Fire Resistance for compartmentation. The finished system forms a smooth aesthetically pleasing, durable finish resistant to repeated cleaning to internal and external wood.

Packs containing both Thermoguard Timbercoat basecoat and SFR Topcoat can be found here: Thermoguard Timbercoat 30 & 60 Minute System.

How it Works

When exposed to fire:-

• Thermoguard Timbercoat expands to create a barrier, insulating wood from heat and oxygen to prevent wood burning & fire penetration.

Finish, Colours, Spread Rate and Pack Sizes

• Timbercoat is available in White as standard but can also be tinted to BS 4800, BS 381C, RAL and NCS undercoat shades
• Timbercoat is sold in 5kg and 20kg cans

Specification & Application

Please download and complete the 'Thermoguard Wood Enquiry Form' and return by email to [email protected]

For 30 & 60 minute protection please see Thermoguard Timbercoat 30 & 60 Minute System

For fire protection to doors, see Door Upgrade Products

Please note: Timber must be clean and thoroughly dry prior to application (maximum 18% moisture content). Any gaps should be sealed with Thermoguard Intumescent Mastic. Fire should be prevented from accessing unprotected wood surfaces and for external applications it is recommended wood has been sealed on the reverse face to stop water ingress.

NOT suitable for the topside of floor surfaces that will be trafficked/walked on.

Equipment Suggestions

Brush & Roller;

Woven fabric roller sleeves and synthetic bristle brushes

Spray;

Pressure Pot & Gun conventional unit with small compressor: Ensure all traces of solvent flushed out. Thin 5 > 10% with water to spray viscosity. Adjust fluid flow & air flow as normal for acrylic emulsion paint OR Airless Graco 1500, 3500 or equivalent. 3/8” line, 30 mesh filter on machine, no filter in gun. 521 or 523, broad areas 621 or 623 tip. Ensure coverage is applied as per technical specification.

Project Fire Certification

Once the works are complete the relevant certification can be applied for HERE

Preparation & Application Conditions

Preparation

All surfaces must be clean and dry.

Remove all possible surface contaminates such as grease, smoke residues, silicates etc.

Seal water-stain risks with stain blocking sealer suitable to overcoat with water-based acrylic paints.

Abrade hard or smooth surfaces with wetted 120 grit wet-or dry abrasive or dust extracting abrader. Rinse off slurry while still damp. When dry, remove any loose or suspect material back to firm edge.

Fill and repair any damage to the substrate using a good quality remedial filler

Application Conditions

• Apply to dry wood in dry conditions.
• Max. timber moisture content 18%.
• Max. relative humidity 75%.
• Min. temp 8°C (max. 30°C) and 3°C above dewpoint.
• Protect from rain until 1st coat of Thermoguard Smoke & Flame Retardant Dualcoat is dry.
• Touch Dry: 1 hour / Overcoat: 4 hours
• Ensure fully hard dry before next coat, only apply to dry timber in good drying conditions.

VOC & Composition

Low Voc. Limit for this product (cat A/i) is 140 g/l. This product contains just 16 g/lv

Catalytic powder, expansion agent, char former, char hardeners & fibres Binder: Fire protection adhesive grade rapid reaction acrylic resin. Water based

Clean Up and Health & Safety

Return as much unused material to its original container as possible. Wash brushes rollers and guns with clean waters immediately following use.

Please refer to the relevant Safety Data Sheet for full details of this product. Apply all products in accordance with BS 6150:2019- Code of practice for painting of buildings.

Do not store this product in cold temperatures below 5°C or above 30°C.

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.