Intumescent Coating Specialists for Passive Fire Protection

Expert intumescent paint application services for steel and timber in commercial buildings across the South Island.

Fireshield

Zone Architectural Products

Altex Coatings

Experienced Intumescent Painting and Coating

Our sole focus is on intumescent coating application. We’re specialists at what we do and can provide professional advice to give your commercial building the best protection. We’re approved applicators for Fireshield, Zone, and Altex intumescent coatings, but we can work with other brands if your site requires it.

Intumescent paint is a special fire-resistant coating that can be applied to timber or steel to protect it when exposed to fire. When exposed to extreme heat from fire, it expands and forms an insulating char layer that acts as a protective barrier, slowing heat transfer and safeguarding the substrate while preventing or slowing structural damage or collapse.

Our team uses the latest technology and equipment, ensuring precise and consistent application of intumescent coatings. You can expect excellent results, and our testing procedures ensure compliance with building-plan fire-safety standards. At the end of every job, we provide PS3 Certification for building compliance and film coating thickness readings.

What Can Intumescent Coatings Be Applied To? 

Steel Construction

Timber

Interior & Exterior

Learn More About Our Process

Preparation

To ensure effective intumescent paint application, proper surface preparation is vital. The Straight Cut Intumescent Ltd team ensures surfaces are clean, dry, and free from rust, dirt, grease, or loose, flaky paint. When required, we remove existing coatings or corrosion and prime the substrate for optimal adhesion.

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Equipment

Our team uses top-of-the-line Graco equipment. The Graco Texspray Mark V spray unit is designed to deliver a high flow rate to complete every application job quickly and efficiently. It has a 20% higher productivity rate compared to previous models and can be used for all types of intumescent coating projects.

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Lifespan

The lifespan and durability of intumescent paint will vary depending on factors such as product type, environment, and maintenance. Typically, it's applied to meet specified fire protection durations in compliance with the NZ Building Code.

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Contact Us for a Free Quote for Intumescent Coatings

Our Office

Region

Located in Christchurch, Canterbury

Servicing the South Island

Phone

Email

liam@scpaint.co.nz

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