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Offline Mr P

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« on: May 14, 2007, 06:39:40 PM »
Hi,

just registered,

I am in the process of renevating a 2 storey grade 2 listed cottage and adding an extension. clearly everthing needs to be in keeping but I can't find any solution to a fire door which is traditional oak ledged and brace door.

Can anyone advise of any solutions ?

many thanks

Lloyd

Offline Auntie LIn

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« Reply #1 on: May 14, 2007, 07:40:41 PM »
I can possibly help you if you're looking for a framed ledged and braced door, but just ledged and braced could be a problem.

Offline Mr. P

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« Reply #2 on: May 15, 2007, 08:12:45 AM »
So, it appears I have a doppleganger! Mr P, Hello I'm Mr. P!
Speak with your local planners & bld control people, they may help with a solution that will suit all parties.

Offline JimK

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« Reply #3 on: June 11, 2007, 03:28:37 PM »
Normally 2 storey properties do not require fire doors, unless it is the door into an attached garage. Which does not sound likely in a listed cottage! Try speaking to your local Building Control Dept at the Council.
Good luck. Jim

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« Reply #4 on: June 11, 2007, 03:30:32 PM »
Normally 2 storey properties do not require fire doors, unless it is the door into an attached garage. Which does not sound likely in a listed cottage! Try speaking to your local Building Control Dept at the Council.
Good luck. Jim

Offline Mr. P

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« Reply #5 on: June 21, 2007, 09:46:15 AM »
English Heritage have a technical guidance note publication 'Timber panelled doors and fire' (upgrading the fire resistance performance of timber and panelled doors and frames). product code XH20054 May 97. Tel 0171 973 3434

Offline Martin Burford

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« Reply #6 on: June 21, 2007, 03:02:56 PM »
Mr P...[ the new one]!
Why do you need to upgrade doors............I don't think  this is necessary......however try looking up the TRADA documents relating to upgrading existing doors to 30mins FR.
Not convinced its needed.
Conqueror