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Kent · CT16
Timber Fire-Rated Screens — Dover and CT16
Our timber fire-rated screens service covers Dover and neighbouring areas such as Folkestone and Deal, with every job built around a tested system.
E 30 – EI 60CT16England
Quote for Dover
Tell us what you need. We reply with next steps and a guide price.
What's involved with timber fire-rated screens in Dover
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-rated timber doorsets set into screens
- Hardwood frames to tested sections and densities
- Fire-stopping to the structure
- Painted, stained or lacquered finishes
Key checks for Dover projects
Species and density count
Timber screens are tested with specific species and minimum densities. Softwood substitutions or thinner sections can fall outside the evidence.
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.
Which rules apply to timber fire-rated screens in Dover?
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.
Areas we cover around Dover
Our Kent coverage takes in Dover (CT16, CT17) and the neighbouring towns of Folkestone, Deal, Canterbury. Dover is about 58 km from Maidstone, the largest town in our Kent coverage.
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What every Dover quote includes
Fixed written quotes
After survey you get a fixed written quote for the agreed scope, so Dover budgets are not open-ended.
Work around occupied buildings
We can phase work in Dover around residents, staff or pupils, with out-of-hours options.
Evidence you can file
You receive the classification references, glass marks and installation photographs for your fire safety records.
Dover building types
Timber fire-rated screens applies to many building types in Dover, including public buildings and schools and colleges.
Questions about timber fire-rated screens in Dover
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 timber screens be painted?
Yes. The timber can be painted, stained or lacquered. Intumescent seals are kept clear of paint.
Do you carry out timber fire-rated screens in Dover?
Yes. We survey and install in Dover and across Kent, including the CT16 district and nearby Folkestone.
Can you price timber fire-rated screens in Dover from photos?
We can give a guide range from photos and sizes, including a clear photo of any marks on the glass. A fixed price follows a survey.
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What happens next
Start with the brief
Tell us the rating required, sizes and building type, or ask us to find out.
Measure and check
We measure each opening in Dover and check what the existing frames can accept.
Quote and evidence
Your quote lists each item with its classification and the evidence it relies on.
Complete and document
Work is completed to the manufacturer's details and documented for your records.