Fire Resistant Board: Insulation & Fire Protection

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In the realm of fire safety, selecting the right materials is crucial. At Firestoppers, with over 20 years of experience, we thoroughly understand Irish fire safety regulations. We’ve seen it all and make sure you comply and stay safe, offering a wide range of services to ensure your construction meets the highest standards. From Corex […]

Interim Remediation Scheme for Fire Safety Defects in Apartments and Duplexes

The Interim Remediation Scheme represents a statutory scheme administered by the Housing Agency to address critical defects in apartments and duplexes constructed between 1991 and 2013. This comprehensive remediation scheme for fire safety provides essential funding to remedy defective workmanship and materials that breached the building regulations at the time of construction. Overview of the […]

A Comprehensive Guide to Fire Safety Management in Construction

Welcome to a comprehensive guide on fire safety management in construction. Effective fire safety management is crucial for safeguarding lives and property during construction projects. This guide provides expert guidance to ensure compliance with building regulations and implementation of robust fire safety strategies. Understanding Fire Safety Management Definition and Importance of Fire Safety Fire safety […]

Intumescent Paint for Steel: Fire Protection Coating

If you’re working with structural steel in Ireland, you’ve probably heard about intumescent paint. It’s one of those things that sounds complicated but is actually quite straightforward once you understand what it does. Basically, it’s a specialised coating that protects steel structures from fire damage, and it’s become pretty much essential for meeting Irish building […]

Passive Fire Protection in Dublin: What You Actually Need to Know for 2025

Here’s something most people don’t think about until it’s too late: the walls, floors, and doors in your building might be the only thing standing between a small fire and a complete disaster. We’ve been working in fire safety for over 20 years, and we’ve seen what happens when passive fire protection isn’t done properly. […]

Fire Safety Requirements for Mixed-Use Developments in Ireland

Mixed-use developments combining residential apartments with ground-floor retail, offices, or hospitality venues have become increasingly common across Dublin and Irish cities. While these buildings offer vibrant urban living, they present unique fire safety challenges that require careful planning and ongoing management. Understanding the fire safety requirements for these complex structures is essential for developers, management […]

Fire Protection for Irish Construction Sites: Passive Fire Protection During Building Works

Construction sites across Ireland present unique fire safety challenges that require careful planning and implementation of passive fire protection measures. With multiple trades working simultaneously, temporary structures, and stored materials, ensuring fire safety during construction is essential to protect workers, surrounding properties, and the developing structure itself. This guide examines the minimum requirements for fire […]

Cavity Barriers and Passive Fire Protection in Ireland

Understanding Cavity Barriers in Fire Protection Cavity barriers serve as essential components in passive fire protection systems throughout Ireland’s construction industry. These fire-resistant barriers prevent fire and smoke from travelling through concealed spaces within buildings, effectively blocking the passage of fire from one area to another. When properly installed, cavity barriers compartmentalise hidden spaces in […]

Surface Preparation for Fire Protection: Coatings for Steel, Gypsum, and Prevention

A construction workers in protective white suits and respirators spray-treating a large steel I-beam at a construction site.

Here’s something most building owners don’t realise until it’s too late: you can buy the most expensive intumescent coating on the market, get it installed by certified professionals, tick all the compliance boxes—and still end up with fire protection that fails when you need it most. The reason? The surface underneath wasn’t properly prepared. At […]

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