E 30 – EI 60
Fire-Rated Curtain Walling
Facade glazing tested for fire where boundaries or compartments demand it.
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Greater London · SW10
Fire-Rated Windows across Chelsea
When a fire strategy, inspection report or building control comment in Chelsea calls for glazing tested to resist fire, our fire-rated windows service covers survey, supply and installation.
E 30 – EI 60SW10England
Quote for Chelsea
Tell us what you need. We reply with next steps and a guide price.
What's involved with fire-rated windows in Chelsea
Most fire-rated windows are fixed lights, because opening windows need the opening sash, hinges and locks to be tested too. We supply and install fixed and, where tested, opening fire-rated windows in steel, aluminium and timber, matched to the surrounding windows where possible.
- Fire-stopping to the wall opening
- Boundary-wall and escape-route windows
- Tested opening fire-rated windows where available
- External-grade fire glass in sealed units
Key checks for Chelsea projects
Why fixed lights are common
An opening sash introduces gaps and hardware that all need testing. Fixed fire-rated windows are simpler and more widely available.
Boundary distance
The closer a wall is to a boundary, the less unprotected area it can have. Fixed windows that meet the wall's full fire-resistance requirement, including insulation where required, are not counted as unprotected area; integrity-only glazing generally still is.
Escape windows are different
Windows used for escape from rooms have their own size and opening rules, and should not be confused with fire-resisting windows.
Fire glazing rules 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.
Areas we cover around Chelsea
Our Greater London coverage takes in Chelsea (SW10, SW3, SW7, SW1X, SW5, W1M) and the neighbouring towns of Battersea, Fulham, Pimlico. Chelsea sits within our Greater London coverage, alongside Battersea.
Windows in BatterseaWindows in FulhamWindows in PimlicoWindows in WestminsterWindows in Notting Hill
What every Chelsea quote includes
Rated systems, not just rated glass
Every quote in Chelsea identifies the tested system: frame, glass, beads, seals and fixings, within its pane-size limits.
England rules applied
Designs follow the building and fire safety rules that apply in England, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Work around occupied buildings
We can phase work in Chelsea around residents, staff or pupils, with out-of-hours options.
Sectors we cover in Chelsea
Fire-rated windows applies to many building types in Chelsea, including retail and leisure units and healthcare buildings.
FAQs for Chelsea
Is fire-rated glass in a standard window enough?
No. The frame, glazing system and fixings also need to be part of a tested window.
Do fire-rated windows look different?
Frames can be slightly heavier, but most can be finished to match surrounding windows.
How quickly can you survey in Chelsea?
Survey timing in Chelsea depends on access, the size of the building and how urgent the defect is. Tell us your deadline when you enquire and we will confirm a date before you commit.
Which rules apply to fire-rated glazing in Chelsea?
Building work in Chelsea follows the Building Regulations 2010 and Approved Document B, and occupied buildings are covered by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
Related
Related services in Chelsea
E · EW
Integrity Fire Glass (E & EW)
E and EW glass where flames and hot gases must be stopped.
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EI 30 – EI 120
Insulated Fire Glass (EI)
EI 30 to EI 120 glass that blocks heat as well as flames.
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up to EI 120
Steel Fire-Rated Screens
Slim steel frames for long spans, high ratings and heavy glass.
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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.
Site visit
A survey in Chelsea confirms sizes, access, existing evidence and fixing conditions.
Quote and evidence
Your quote lists each item with its classification and the evidence it relies on.
Fit and record
We install, photograph seals and fixings before closing up, and hand over the schedule.