Avoid Misconceptions and Choose the Right Fire Retardant Coating: Different spaces and materials have varying requirements for fire retardant properties. Therefore, when selecting coatings, consult experienced sales staff at stores. Only by using the appropriate fire retardant coating in the right place can the fire-retardant effect be achieved.

Misconception 1

Apply fire-resistant wood coating to steel structures

Due to the fact that both wooden structure fire-retardant coatings and steel structure fire-retardant coatings are indistinguishable to the naked eye, consumers must be aware of the detailed properties of fire-retardant coatings when making a purchase. If steel structures are coated with wooden structure fire-retardant coatings, their adhesion will significantly decrease, and they are prone to peeling off, which cannot guarantee fire safety.

Misconception 2

Unspecified solvent-based and waterborne fire retardant coatings

There are two types of fire-retardant coatings for steel structures: solvent-based and water-based fire-retardant coatings. In terms of adhesion, solvent-based coatings have a higher affinity, so outdoor steel structures should use solvent-based fire-retardant coatings, while indoor structures can utilize either solvent-based or water-based options.

Some fire-retardant coatings produced by domestic manufacturers release toxic gases when exposed to fire. If such coatings are used on fire-resistant electrical products, toxic gases will be emitted upon a fire. For instance, the obsolete G60 chlorinated polyvinyl chloride fire-retardant coating, which releases toxic chlorine gas upon ignition, should not be selected.

The quality of fire-retardant coating application affects the fire resistance of the material, so attention must be given to the coating quality of fire-retardant paints. There may be slight differences in the application methods of different fire-retardant paints, but their basic application points are the same.