> Intumescent Paint, Coatings and Varnish
Trade Name: Astro HBP
Primer
Primer for intumescent paints | Compatible with Astroflame ISS Paint systems | Primes cleaned steel prior to overcoating | Assists in the control of flamespread | Provides a decorative rust-inhibiting decorative finish.
Trade Name: Astro ISS-S
Paint
Intumescent Paint for structural steel and cast iron | Fire resistance for load bearing elements of structure | Rated up to 120 minutes.
Trade Name: Astro FR Paint Eggshell
Fire proof paint | BS 4800 and RAL colours | An Eggshell finish to protect, seal and decorate over Astroflame ISS-S intumescent Steel Coating.
Trade Name: Astro ISS-WI & WO Paint
Water based Intumescent for structural steel | Fire resistance to structural steel and cast iron | Applied by brush, roller or airless spray | Up to 90 minutes protection.
Trade Name: Astro FR Paint Water Based Topcoat
Fire proof paint | Water Based Topcoat | Protects intumescent paint | Suitable for use direct to bare, intumescent painted or sound previously painted structural steel and cast iron.
Trade Name: Astro
ITC Paint
Intumescent paint for timber (bare or previously painted) | Class 1 and Class 0 intumescent paint | Available in a wide range of finishes | Brush, roller or spray application.
Trade Name: Astro IFV & FVO Varnish
Clear, intumescent, fire retardant varnish | Designated class 1, 0, & B s2 d0 in accordance with UK Building Regulations | Brush, roller or spray application.
Trade Name: Astro
IWC Paint
Intumescent paint for construction | Anti-virus test standards | Reduction of human coronaviruses and Bacteria | Protects from toxic gases & smoke as well as flamespread.
Flame Retardant Paint Colour Charts
Flame retardant decorative finishes in RAL & BS4800 colours | The paint colour, as supplied, will be mixed to the precise RAL or BS standard colour.
Click the Images to view more information about each Intumescent paint product. To place an order for Steel paints, Timber paint, Wall paint, Ceiling paint or varnish paint please click the following buttons:
> Fire Paints
> Quick Overview
- Intumescent Paint (Steel), Fire Proof Paint (Topcoat), High Build Metal Primer, Intumescent Paint (Timber), Intumescent Paint (Walls), Fire Retardant Varnish System.
- Fireproof Paints & Coatings.
- Fire Varnish.
- Flame Retardant Paints.
- Intumescent steel coatings to BS476 Part 21.
- Rated up to 120 minutes.
- Intumescent paint system providing fire resistance.
- Designated Class 0 in accordance with U.K. Building Regulations.
TO ORDER & SPECIFY
Once you have filled in the required forms we will contact you to confirm all details (Monday-Friday).
> Product Description
Intumescent paints and coatings produce a protective char retarding the spread of flames and the transfer of heat in the event of a fire. Astroflame stock a range of protective intumescent coatings, for steel, timber, plaster and brick and a range of decorative finishes to protect and complete fire protection systems.
These types of decorative finish are also referred to as fire proof paint, fire retardant paint or fire varnish (clear coat)
> Product Availability
| Product Name | Surface / Material | Type | Fire Rating |
| Astro HBP | Steel / Cast Iron | Metal Primer for ISS-S, ISS-WI & WO Paint Systemts | Class 0 on non-combustible or intumescent protected surfaces |
| Astro ISS-S Paint | Structural Steel / Cast Iron | A compatible decorative overcoat system | BS476 Part 21 |
| Astro FR Paint Eggshell | For use on ISS-S intumescent Steel Coating | Flame Retardant Eggshell finish to protect, seal and decorate over ISS-S intumescent Steel Coating | BS476 Parts 6 & 7 |
| Astro ISS-WI & WO Paint | Structural Steel / Cast Iron | Water based Intumescent for structural steel | BS476 Part 21 |
| Astro FR Paint WB | A Dual purpose decorative water-based flame retardant paint finish for use over Astro ISS-WI & WO | Water based interior finish. Use over Astro ISS-WI & WO on very well primed steel | Class O on on-combustible or intumescent protected surfaces |
| Astro ITC Paint | Wood (Painted) | Fire protection paint for decorative interior and exterior timber surfaces | BS476 Parts 6 & 7 |
| Astro IFV Varnish (Basecoat) | Wood | Clear topcoat | BS476 Parts 6 & 7 |
| Astro FVO Varnish (Overcoat) | Wood | Sealant coat for varnished wood | Not Rated |
| Astro IWC Paint | Walls & Ceilings | Intumescent coating for walls and ceilings | BS476 Parts 6 & 7 |
Astro ISS-S Intumescent Paint is an intumescent paint system providing fire resistance to structural steel and cast iron of up to 120 mins with a minimum number of coats. The Astro ISS-WI & WO is a compatible decorative overcoat system ensures the system will enhance the building’s architectural and design features. The range of topcoats are either water-based or 2010 compliant and safe to use in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
Astro ITC and Astro IFV Intumescent Coatings control flame spread and fire propagation on wood.
Fire retardant and flame retardant paints assist in the control of fire hazards from combustible materials, such as wood, by releasing a flame extinguishing gas when exposed to the high temperature of a fire.
Flame Retardant Eggshell finish is to protect, seal and decorate over Astroflame ISS-S intumescent Steel Coating. The Flame Retardant WB is a flame retardant paint water based topcoat which is suitable for use direct to bare, intumescent painted or sound previously painted structural steel & cast iron.
For certification and compliance with regulations the manufacturer will supply a Certificate of Supply on request.
> Product Availability
Intumescent paints are manufactured to BS476 specifications under the principles of ISO 9000
We can customise decorative requirements without compromising the fire protection qualities of the paint.
Available in gloss or eggshell finishes to match any BS4800 or RAL colour and in any quantity.
Also available in five metallic finishes and one plain non-decorative finish for hidden areas.
> To Order & Specify
We accept any order size
We are happy to provide a quote on your fire paint requirements of any size please use our specification forms (links below) to ensure we cover all aspects of your fire protection and decorative requirements in our quote.
Prior to application the contractor should contact the Astroflame Technical Department (see below) to obtain a basecoat application schedule.
Click here for all Steel / Metal Paint enquiry
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For help please speak to the technical team on: Tel: 01329 844 500 or Email: sales@astroflame.com
> Fire Tests
For certification and compliance with regulations the manufacturer will supply a Certificate of Supply on request.
> Application
Please refer to data on the product sheets.
For covering large areas spraying techniques may be employed - if so noted on the product data sheet. Here is a link to one of the leading suppliers of equipment for spray painting intumescent coatings, Lion Industries (we are not connected to this company).
> Health and Safety
The product does not present any known health hazards during or after installation. Normal good industrial and personal hygiene practices should be observed. For further information on health and safety please see the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) or please contact the technical team on: tel 01329 844 500 or email sales@astroflame.com
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> Delivery/Returns
For in-stock items orders received before 2pm (Monday-Friday) are generally dispatched for delivery on the following working day (Monday-Friday). All dates quoted for despatch are estimates only and are not guaranteed. We will endeavour to meet these dates but shall have no liability for any delay in despatch or delivery or any damage or loss occasioned thereby. We may deliver products pursuant to any order by instalments. If we are unable to deliver the goods for any reason,you will be contacted and you will not be obliged to pay for the goods which have not been delivered, you also have the option to cancel the goods that have been delivered, however we shall not be liable for any loss of income or profit which may have been caused by the delay or non delivery of goods.
For information about our returns policy please click here.
> Ask a Question
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Web Page Last Modified: 6th June 2022