White Intumescent Fire Protection for Timber and Spray Foam
Where timber or spray foam is left exposed and on show, the fire-protection layer has to look the part as well as perform. FRED White is an intumescent thermal barrier that does both — a certified reaction-to-fire coating in a clean white finish.
The problem with exposed combustibles
Spray foam classifies only to Euroclass E on its own, and exposed timber is combustible — both need upgrading where they form part of the fire strategy under Approved Document B. The catch is that many fire coatings look industrial, which is a problem in plant rooms, lofts, garden rooms and feature ceilings where the surface stays visible.
The solution: FRED in white
FRED White is an intumescent thermal-barrier coating for timber and spray foam, certified Class A2-s1,d0 under BS EN 13501-1, finished clean and white so it can be left on show. In a fire it intumesces to form a protective char over the substrate.
Combine for a Class B airtight build-up
As with the standard grade, pairing FRED with Passive Purple achieves a Class B fire rating and up to 30 minutes of fire protection on 9mm OSB — fire performance, airtightness and vapour control in one system.
How it is applied
- Spray-applied internally to the certified wet film thickness
- Leave on show for a clean white finish, or overcoat as required
- Low-VOC for occupied spaces
Benefits
- Class A2-s1,d0 certified
- Clean white, on-show finish
- Protects timber frame and spray foam
- Part of a Class B airtight system with Passive Purple
Frequently asked questions
Is the white version as fire-rated as the standard FRED? Yes — it carries the same Class A2-s1,d0 certification, with a white finish.
Where is it typically used? Exposed soffits, garden rooms, plant rooms, lofts and feature timber or spray-foam areas left on show.
See Fire Protection for Timber Frame and Spray Foam, or ask our team.