When architects, developers and interior designers plan a new building, whether it is a hotel, a high-rise office block or a terrace of houses, they have to – very rightly – take into account the dictates of the myriad of UK fire regulations.
Some of the fire safety requirements may not be pretty – but when one measures form against function, the fact that fire safety devices, rules and guidance saves lives means they can’t be ignored, especially for the sake of aesthetics.
Things like the materials which are used to construct a building – and the cladding on its exterior; fire escape routes and fire safety doors; fire extinguishers; smoke alarms; and signage all have to be carefully considered in the planning and comply with regulations for safety’s sake.
Here at Bath & West Fire & Safety we have expert knowledge of what’s required for fire safety inside a commercial or residential building, and can help the responsible person find safety solutions that don’t impact too severely on style.
There are many businesses – particularly in the hospitality and retail sectors – for whom elegant interior design is vital as part of their luxury branding and message. This is particularly true in our area of operation, dealing as we do with clients in the World Heritage city of Bath and across the historic towns of north Wiltshire.
Bright red fire extinguishers and other industrial-looking fire safety equipment just doesn’t fit in with the look of an elegant Georgian hallway or an intimate dining experience in a period country pub. Somehow regulation fire protection equipment just seems a little out of place in a British stately home – even though everyone appreciates the necessity of it being there.
If you are facing a style vs safety dilemma with your property, we can help you find a compromise with our range of aesthetic fire safety appliances that will blend in far better than the standard equipment, yet still comply with regulations and be ready to be activated in the event of a fire.
Particularly popular are the latest luxury fire extinguishers, which comply with all the regulations and perform exactly as they should, according to specifications, but come in attractive corrosion-resistant finishes like mirror-bright stainless steel, antique copper or shiny gold.
These fire extinguishers come in all the standard types – water, foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder, or wet chemical – suitable for deployment in various fire risk environments in the usual way. The only difference is that they have a far more stylish look than you’d expect from a fire extinguisher.
Also available are matching accessories like minimalist stands or wall brackets and signs with a metallic background.
If you need some help equipping your premises with fire protection appliances that make a low impact on the aesthetics of the interior, while ensuring a big impact on fire safety, our highly experienced fire safety engineers will be happy to help.
With over 20 years experience as a local family firm, we have a wealth of knowledge and experience in the Fire Safety Trade. – We are your professional experts for all your fire and safety requirements.
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