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England · 37 postcode districts
Timber Fire-Rated Screens for East Sussex buildings
We take timber fire-rated screens enquiries from across East Sussex, with surveys arranged in Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Hove, Bexhill-on-Sea and the surrounding towns.
E 30 – EI 60EnglandBNTNRH
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Timber Fire-Rated Screens by town in East Sussex
Our East Sussex coverage spans 37 postcode districts across the BN, TN, RH postcode areas.
Brighton (BN2)Eastbourne (BN21)Hastings (TN34)Hove (BN3)Bexhill-on-Sea (TN40)Hailsham (BN27)Seaford (BN25)Crowborough (TN6)Portslade (BN41)
Timber Fire-Rated Screens: an overview for East Sussex
The rating depends on the timber species and density, frame sections, bead profiles, fixings and the glazing seals used in the test. We build timber screens to a tested specification, or to a formal assessment, and finish them without compromising the intumescent details.
- Fire glass with the specified intumescent glazing system
- Over-panels, side panels and borrowed lights
- Painted, stained or lacquered finishes
What to check before ordering in East Sussex
Beads are part of the rating
Bead profile, height and fixing type and spacing are all taken from the test. Short-cutting the fixings is a common reason screens fail inspection.
Insulating glass weight
Heavier insulating glass may need larger sections; we confirm the frame can carry the chosen build-up.
Finishing
Paint and stain are fine on the timber, but intumescent seals must stay clear of paint. We mask them during finishing.
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.
In higher-risk buildings, broadly 18 metres or seven storeys with two or more homes, the Building Safety Regulator is the building control authority. England is also phasing out BS 476 references from Approved Document B, with the remaining fire-resistance references due to go in September 2029.
FAQs for East Sussex
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.
Which timbers are used?
Dense hardwoods are typical; the exact species depends on the tested specification. We confirm species and density on the drawings.
Can you survey anywhere in East Sussex?
Yes. We can arrange surveys anywhere in East Sussex, including Brighton and Eastbourne, Hastings, Hove, Bexhill-on-Sea.
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Process
From enquiry to handover in East Sussex
Start with the brief
Tell us the rating required, sizes and building type, or ask us to find out.
Survey
We visit East Sussex to measure, record existing marks and check the frames and substrate.
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.