{"product_id":"fred-flame-retardant-paint","title":"FRED - Fire Retardant Thermal Barrier Intumescent Coating (Class A2-S1, D0) Timber and Spray Foam","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFred\u003c\/strong\u003e by Intelligent Membranes is an advanced, high-performance fire retardant designed to safeguard spray foam insulation and timber structures from fire hazards. Formulated with cutting-edge fire-resistant technology, \u003cstrong\u003eFred\u003c\/strong\u003e provides unparalleled protection while maintaining the structural integrity of your building. Whether you’re working on new builds or retrofits, \u003cstrong\u003eFred\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers exceptional safety and peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features and Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire-Resistant Protection for Spray Foam\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fred is specifically designed to provide effective fire resistance when applied over spray foam insulation, a material often vulnerable to fire risks. It helps prevent the spread of fire, giving added security to energy-efficient construction projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for Timber Structures\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fred is also an excellent solution for timber frame buildings, offering a protective barrier that significantly reduces the risk of fire damage. This ensures compliance with fire safety regulations while preserving the natural appeal of timber construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple Application\u003c\/strong\u003e: Available as a liquid-applied product, Fred can be sprayed directly onto surfaces, ensuring seamless coverage and a uniform protective layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Toxic and Eco-Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e: Formulated with low VOCs and environmentally-friendly components, making it safe for use in all types of buildings, including those aiming for Net Zero and Passivhaus standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTested and Certified\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fred meets the strictest fire safety standards, ensuring your project is compliant with the latest building regulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRED is certified Class A2-s1,d0.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFRED has been fire tested by Warringtonfire on 11mm OSB. We rate it at \u003cstrong\u003e15 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e of fire protection on 11mm OSB, a deliberate safety margin below the tested result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFRED is used inside. In case of external application, it should be coated with a fire retarding flexible coating such as Passive Purple External or local building regulations need to be followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFred has been tested as part of a system by UKTC on a non-load-bearing partition wall filled with 140mm closed-cell polyurethane foam, assembly when classified in accordance  \u003cstrong\u003eBS EN 13501-2:2023 as E20, EL20, EW20\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis testing means Fred, as part of the system, will have,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eE20 - Integrity for 20 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e - The barrier stops the physical passage of flames, smoke, and hot toxic gases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEW20 - Integrity \u0026amp; Radiation Control for 20 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e - Like E20 it blocks flames and smoke. However, it adds a layer of safety by restricting radiant heat transmission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEL20 - Integrity \u0026amp; Full Insulation\u003c\/strong\u003e - This is the highest class of fire protection. It blocks flames and smoke, while completely insulating against heat transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf Fred is to be spray applied, it must be applied with an intumescent spray machine. Intelligent Membranes would recommend a TriTech T5 spray machine or a machine with similar specifications.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso available in white and gray – please telephone Intelligent Membranes to discuss these other colors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top: 2px solid #b5985a; margin-top: 28px; padding-top: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #4a1a6e;\"\u003eSpray foam thermal barrier: the Class B build-up\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExposed spray foam is combustible; on its own it typically classifies as Euroclass E, so building control and insurers normally require a fire-rated thermal barrier over it. FRED is Intelligent Membranes' intumescent thermal barrier for the job, tested in the UK and EU to EN 13501-1. Applied as a build-up of \u003cstrong\u003espray foam → Supergrip FR fire-rated primer → FRED\u003c\/strong\u003e, it brings exposed foam up to a \u003cstrong\u003eClass B reaction to fire\u003c\/strong\u003e, while FRED itself is certified Class A2-s1,d0. \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/blogs\/educational\/spray-foam-fire-protection-thermal-barrier-fred\" title=\"Spray Foam Fire Protection: How Foam, Primer and FRED Achieve Class B\"\u003eRead the full spray-foam fire-protection guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top: 2px solid #b5985a; margin-top: 28px; padding-top: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #4a1a6e;\"\u003eRelated Guides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelpful guides related to this product:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/blogs\/educational\/spray-foam-fire-protection-thermal-barrier-fred\" title=\"Spray Foam Fire Protection: How Foam, Primer and FRED Achieve Class B\"\u003eSpray Foam Fire Protection: How Foam, Primer and FRED Achieve Class B\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/blogs\/educational\/intumescent-paint-explained\" title=\"Intumescent Paint Explained: How Fire Retardant Coatings Protect Timber and Spray Foam\"\u003eIntumescent Paint Explained: How Fire Retardant Coatings Protect Timber and Spray Foam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/blogs\/educational\/fire-protection-for-timber-frame-and-spray-foam\" title=\"Fire Protection for Timber Frame and Spray Foam\"\u003eFire Protection for Timber Frame and Spray Foam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/blogs\/educational\/understanding-our-certifications-and-what-they-mean-for-you\" title=\"Understanding Our Certifications and What They Mean for You\"\u003eUnderstanding Our Certifications and What They Mean for You\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuality assurance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/qa-sign-off-downloads\"\u003eDownload the free Installation \u0026amp; QA Record sign-off sheet (IM-QA-12)\u003c\/a\u003e for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Intelligent Membranes","offers":[{"title":"Orange","offer_id":52608800751956,"sku":"IM\/00FRED10ORANGE","price":412.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":52608800784724,"sku":"IM\/00FRED10WHITE","price":412.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/2104\/7636\/files\/FRED.png?v=1792502546","url":"https:\/\/intelligentmembranes.com\/en-us\/products\/fred-flame-retardant-paint","provider":"Intelligent Membranes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}