What are Fire Door Edge Guards?

Fire Door Edge Guards are protective strips designed to shield the edges of fire doors from damage and wear and are ideal for high-traffic areas. They play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of fire doors by preventing the degradation of edges, which can compromise the door's ability to resist fire and smoke. By protecting these vulnerable areas, edge guards help ensure that the fire door continues to perform its critical function in the event of a fire, contributing to the safety of building occupants by delaying the spread of fire and smoke.

Some edge guards also contain intumescent seals within them, which activate when exposed to extreme heat and swell to seal any gaps around the door. This prevents the spread of fire and smoke by closing off any airflow around the edges of the fire door. Some intumescent seals can only block fire, whilst others block both fire and smoke.

How are Fire Door Edge Guards installed, and can I fit them myself?

Fire Door Edge Guards can often be installed relatively easily, and many come with self-adhesive backing or pre-drilled holes for screws, allowing for straightforward fitting. However, the installation must not compromise the fire door's integrity, so it is strongly advised that you get a professional to install any Fire Door accessories.