England · 45 postcode districts
Timber Fire-Rated Screens across Cumbria
Our Cumbria timber fire-rated screens service covers survey, supply and installation to the tested details, documented on handover.
E 30 – EI 60EnglandCALA
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Timber Fire-Rated Screens: an overview for Cumbria
Timber fire-rated screens are glazed partitions made with hardwood frames, glazing beads and intumescent seals that have been tested together to resist fire. They are common in schools, healthcare, heritage buildings and residential blocks where a warmer finish is wanted.
- Fire-stopping to the structure
- Hardwood frames to tested sections and densities
- Painted, stained or lacquered finishes
Key checks for Cumbria projects
Moisture and movement
Timber frames need dry conditions on site and acclimatisation before glazing to avoid movement around the glass.
Finishing
Paint and stain are fine on the timber, but intumescent seals must stay clear of paint. We mask them during finishing.
Heritage buildings
Timber suits listed and older buildings, and existing screens can sometimes be upgraded with new glass and seals, subject to an assessment of the frame.
Towns we cover in Cumbria
Cumbria coverage includes Carlisle, Barrow-in-Furness, Kendal, Whitehaven, Workington and the CA, LA postcode areas (45 postcode districts).
Which rules apply in England?
England Which rules apply?
Building work in England is covered by the Building Regulations 2010, with fire safety guidance in Approved Document B and impact safety guidance for glazing in Approved Document K.
Once a building is in use, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires the responsible person to maintain fire safety measures, including fire-resisting glazing. The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 add duties for multi-occupied residential buildings, including fire door checks in buildings over 11 metres.
Timber Fire-Rated Screens in Cumbria: questions
Can you upgrade an old timber screen?
Sometimes. If the frame can be shown to be suitable, we can replace non-rated glass and add the correct seals and beads. Where it cannot, replacement is the honest answer.
Can timber screens be painted?
Yes. The timber can be painted, stained or lacquered. Intumescent seals are kept clear of paint.
Can timber screens be fire-rated?
Yes. Hardwood screens are tested to 30 and 60 minutes in many configurations, with the right glass, beads and seals.
Which parts of Cumbria do you cover?
All of it: Carlisle, Barrow-in-Furness, Kendal, Whitehaven, Workington and every district in the CA, LA postcode areas.
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Process
From enquiry to handover in Cumbria
Start with the brief
Tell us the rating required, sizes and building type, or ask us to find out.
Site visit
A survey in Cumbria confirms sizes, access, existing evidence and fixing conditions.
Written quote
You receive a written quote naming the tested system and classification.
Fit and record
We install, photograph seals and fixings before closing up, and hand over the schedule.