Fire Classification explained for facade material specification

Author Martin Smithurst, EQUITONE Technical Manager UK

Fire classification for cladding materials is changing. While the facades industry expects and welcomes more stringent laws on materials, we look at what the current classifications means when specifying materials on buildings above 11m and 18m and the difference in legislation across the UK.

Here, we delve deeper into the meaning behind the EN 13501-1 fire classification. The information can help you to find the right materials to specify and gain confidence in your selection, while giving you a clearer picture of the standard of our EQUITONE fibre cement facade materials.