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How Frequently do I Need to Repaint a Surface with Fire Retardant Paint?
You know that fire retardant paint is the best way to protect a structure, whether it be a commercial building or residential home, from being engulfed in flames. You're right! In our online catalogue, you'll see that we have a wide variety of paints to choose from, all from top brands. Whether you're looking for a 5-gallon drum of paint/primer made for steel or a small, one gallon container of waterproof paint in your favorite color, we have it!Actually...this leads us to our next few questions
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Jul 28th 2021
Does Fire Retardant Expire?
Whether you're in charge of a commercial property or simply want the best for your residential home, you need to concern yourself with fire protection. Fires happen in an instant, but fire retardant ensures the flames either die out or grow so slowly that you have ample time to react. Is spraying or painting fire retardent a one-time thing? Or, will it expire and you'll need to upkeep and maintain it? Before we get too much further, let's first back up and discuss exactly what fire retardant is.
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Jul 28th 2021
Cold Fire - the Proven Alternative to AFFF
For more than 25 years,
Cold FIre has been used by progressive fire departments and police departments
to put out fires and protect the public. Completely non-toxic and eco-friendly,
Cold Fire is even more important in light of current industry events.
For the last several years, countries around the world have been
phasing out firefighting foams that contain perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances
(PFAS). These include PFOA and PFOS chemicals, which are man-made synthetic
chemi
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Jul 22nd 2021
5 Main Advantages of Fire Retardant Spray
If you are considering the need for fire retardant spray, you are right to think this is a good idea. These sprays are clear, non-toxic and made for sheers, organza, and other specialty fabrics, especially those with a higher plastic content. There are numerous benefits to using these sprays. Just a few of the top advantages include:#1 This spray foam gives you additional time to either escape or put out the flames. It wouldn't be accurate to say that fire retardant spray "puts out" a fire the w
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Jun 24th 2021
4 Main Benefits of Fire Retardant Paint
If you are considering the need for fire retardant paint, we're here to help you understand why this is such a good idea. There are numerous benefits to using fire retardant paint in both commercial and residential spaces. Just a few of the top reasons to do so include:#1 This paint gives you additional time. Fire retardant paint doesn't put out a fire the way sprinklers do. However, this paint can burn and burn, without letting the flames move on to the next wall or steel beam. Fire retardant p
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Jun 24th 2021