Search for a fire door to the apartment - choose a seller in Moscow

Each of us at least once faced with the repair. Recently, I was engaged in the overhaul of the apartment and wanted to do everything myself. I had to understand all the intricacies of the construction business, but I decided that I could do it, plus you can always turn to knowledgeable friends or the Internet. I faced many difficulties and much more time was spent on solving trivial problems than if a specialist worked.

That became question about choosing the front door and this is a separate story that I will tell, answering the questions that arose along the way.

How to choose the front door?

I began my choice with a study of thematic articles, information portals. The first thing you need to pay attention to is the finish. Materials may be different:

• Vinyl leather;
• Laminate;
• Powder spraying;
• MDF panels;
• Solid oak;
• Glass;
• Other.

Each material has its pros and cons, but since there was a protective function in priority, the choice fell on powder coated metal door.

Such material is considered anti-vandal, and it is more resistant to damage of various kinds (for example, scratches, interaction with chemicals). Appearance is quite attractive and this is also a definite plus. Interestingly, such a coating is resistant to high temperatures and its used in the manufacture of fire doors.

This became more interesting, and I decided to learn more about fire doors.

Fire doors - should I put in an apartment?

I was always sure that fire doors are suitable for installation in warehouses or in public institutions (for example, in hospitals or schools), but it turned out that their scope is much wider. Today, fire doors are installed wherever there is a need to protect valuables from fire, and, ultimately, their own lives. That is why such doors are produced for installing them as entrance and even interior doors in ordinary apartments.

Of the benefits of using fire-fighting dealers in the apartment it is worth noting, first of all, the ability to provide an excellent barrier to fire, and therefore the ability to save a life. In addition to its direct function, such doors have good burglar resistance indicators, so they will make your safe home also in terms of protection against intruders. Of course, in this case we are talking about metal fire doors. By the way, they are able to maintain the microclimate in optimal condition, as they have good thermal insulation properties. And another significant plus is the ability to trap noises and smells from the stairwell, which will make the atmosphere in the apartment much more comfortable. In terms of design, such designs are often not inferior to conventional doors, but their only disadvantage - high price. Although, if you take into account all these advantages, as well as the durability of fire doors, then this price becomes not so scary.

The main criteria for choosing a fire door

In residential buildings, fire doors of a certain type are usually installed. fire resistance - usually it is either IE30 or IE60. In the first embodiment, fire protection will last for 30 minutes, in the second - 60.If desired, you can find the door, the fire resistance of which will be at the level of 45 minutes or 2 hours.

They also differ in type of construction:

• Single-sex;
• Double-headed;
• With a deaf cloth;
• Glazed.

The difference between all these types of doors is the number of leaves and the presence of glazing in them. For an apartment the most acceptable option is a door with a blank panel, when it comes to the front door. If you want to use a fire door as an interior door, which is still extremely rare, it is better to choose a glazed option. Today, many believe that single-door doors, which consist of only one leaf, are more reliable and safe, but experts unanimously argue that double-wing doors are no less convenient. Another question is that it is single-floor people who are more suitable for an apartment.

Locks and accessories must be resistant to heat. It is also worth noting the importance of having anti-panic systems, which allows in case of fire to leave the room as quickly as possible. The most reliable systems work automatically. You also need to consider door leaf thicknesswhich should not be less than 1.5 mm to ensure reliability and safety. In the manufacture of doors used thermally expanding sealant, which is located between the box and the canvas. This insert during the fire is able to foam and completely fill all the cracks, preventing the penetration of smoke.

The appearance of the fire door is not at all "technical." Models that are installed in residential premises can be made with different interior and exterior decoration and due to this they create a rather attractive appearance. Such a door protects not only from fire, but also from noise, perfectly retains heat in the room. It is recommended to use locks of the highest (fourth) class of reliability and burglar resistance.

Choosing a fire door to the apartment, it is worth paying attention to features door frame designs. Today, there are three main types: angular, internal and spanning. The first option is the simplest, can be installed in any opening. Interior door frames mounted, judging by the name itself, inside the doorway. Enclosing Door Frames can be used in the installation of the most expensive and luxurious doors, hide all defects of doorways.

Fire doors can be made of different materials:

• metal. Steel doors are very popular, as they are considered the most durable. The thickness of the structure depends on the type of insulation and heat insulator, but most often a mineral wool slab is used, which delays the penetration of hot air and smoke;
• tree. Today, natural materials are returning to fashion, and wooden entrance doors are in great demand. Fire-resistant wooden doors can have a steel box or be filled with fire-resistant fillers. For decoration often use veneer treated with special compounds;
• glass used in fire doors only as inserts. In this case, fire-resistant glass is used, which externally looks almost like ordinary and has the same light transmission capabilities.

Of great importance type of heat insulator, which is designed to minimize heating of that part of the door, which is located on the other side of the fire source. Most commonly used mineral wool, based on basalt fibers, but nevertheless the best option in this regard is precisely silica, which can withstand temperatures up to 1200 and even 1800 degrees.

The choice of the door is made, there remains an equally important question - where to buy a door? It is better to make a purchase in a trusted place, because poor-quality or defective products are not only a waste of money, but also a threat to their own safety and life. Manufacturer must provide all necessary certificates for its products, as well as a guarantee.

Buying a door from a manufacturer or supplier?

I live in Moscow, there are more than enough offers in our city, so there were plenty to choose from. I decided to immediately discard the option of buying from a supplier, since prices are usually higher and for quality they cannot answer 100%.

It remained to contact the company, which is directly involved in the production of doors. Many companies present their products at the stands, which is very convenient, since you can visually evaluate and estimate your potential future door.

I traveled a lot of companies and I want to talk only about one of them. It will be about the Estet company. The products on the stands looked very impressive, and only at them I saw the door that I had been looking for so long, other companies either did not manufacture fire doors for apartments, or for some reason they were reluctant to talk about them.

But here is another case. At the stand I saw powerful fire door, but not a two-floor, but quite compact, under a standard doorway. The manager told me everything, and with her we agreed on all the details: independently picked up accessories (in consultation with the manager for all the nuances), chose the color of the finish. It turned out that "Estet" give a guarantee for ten years. If I had doubts about them, then after this fact they disappeared, it is clear that manufacturers are vouching for their products, and this is exactly what I needed.

It was very pleasing that their specialist arrived and independently made all the measurements; there is no need to worry that the door may not fit.

The door was made in just two weeks, installed for free, checked and installed all the fittings. To say that I was satisfied is to say nothing. Six months have passed since the door was installed and there were no complaints, only good impressions.

I believe that scrupulousness is important in everything - and the choice of a door should in no way be an exception. Maybe you will choose another door and the manufacturer, the main thing is to spend a little time on this and delve into the particulars of the situation. It is worth thinking about your future and with all responsibility come to the choice of the manufacturer and type of door.