Fire doors are an essential addition to any fire security measures in your home. Alongside fire detectors, these passive fire security systems are some of the best ways to ensure the safety of your family or tenants and restrict the spread of fire should one break out in your home. Read on to learn more about the importance of fire doors.

Why install a fire door?

There are multiple reasons why you may want to install fire doors in your home. Slowing fires, preventing smoke from spreading, insulating rooms, and offering some soundproofing are just a few of the benefits of fire doors. Read on to find out the importance of fire doors and some of the great benefits they can offer.

1. Peace of mind

By far the best benefit of fire-rated doors is the peace of mind you can gain. Fire doors serve a very important purpose: should a fire break out in your home, they will help to slow the spread of the flames and smoke between rooms, helping to minimise the damage to your property as well as offer you and your family a chance to escape to safety. Installing fire doors on rooms such as the kitchen and in hallways can reassure you that if a fire breaks out, your family can reach safety quickly and safely.

2. Soundproofing

For those wondering “Are fire doors soundproof?” the answer is yes! Because the doors themselves are quite thick and heavy, they can be considered more soundproof than regular internal doors (although if you require more sound dampening, it may be best to look for dedicated soundproof methods). This means they can serve a dual purpose, protecting residents while offering them extra privacy at the same time and rooms such as utility rooms will benefit from the insulating properties - helping to block noise from the loud appliances.

3. Contain smoke

One of the best features of fire doors is their ability to prevent the spread of smoke. Smoke is one of the most dangerous parts of house fires and fire doors help to block it from spreading from room to room. Fire doors sit flush to the frame to ensure a good seal. In addition, every Leader Online’ fire door features an intumescent strip that expands when it detects heat, further blocking any smoke from leaking through.

An added feature is that these doors are also insulating and can block drafts, containing heat and saving you on energy bills and, if installed on a kitchen, will help to stop the fire alarms going off if you accidentally burn your dinner.

4. Safety without sacrificing style

Making sure your home looks good while still being safe is important. Ugly doors can really ruin home decor so if you’re a stickler for style, you’re in luck. Leader Door’s range of beautifully designed fire doors can elevate your home from drab to fab. Wave goodbye to the old standard of plain woodgrain doors and say hello to the stylish, modern designs taking their place.

Keep an eye out for the different ratings depending on your home and needs. FD30 means the doors can withstand the effects of a fire for 30 minutes while FD60 can last for 60 minutes.

5. Increase house value

Did you know that you can increase your house value by installing fire doors? Not only that but they can also help to reduce insurance premiums as it shows you’ve taken the initiative to protect your property.

However, it’s important to note that fire doors should be kept closed at all times as doors that are propped open in the event of fire might invalidate the insurance claim. So make sure you keep those doors closed!

Now that you’re sold on the reasons why having fire doors installed in your home are important and beneficial, take a browse through our range of internal fire doors right here at Leader Online to find the perfect, stylish addition to your interior decor.