Fire Door Remedial Works at Century Court, Southampton
CFP Carpentry & Fire Prevention recently carried out fire door remedial works at Century Court in Southampton, following findings from a Fire Risk Assessment. Several resident flat entrance doors had failed the FRA due to issues with gaps, closing performance and sealing. Our team attended site to carry out the required remedial works and help […]
Fire Stopping Surveys Across Three Residential Properties in Dorset
CFP Carpentry and Fire Prevention were instructed by Global | Group to carry out fire stopping surveys across three residential properties in Dorset. The surveys were completed to assess the condition of fire stopping and compartmentation in key areas of each building, including communal spaces, service cupboards, electrical intake areas, loft spaces, risers and service […]
Remedial Fire Door Works – Port of Dover Residential Block
Our team recently completed a programme of remedial fire door works within a residential block at the Port of Dover, helping ensure the communal fire doors met the required performance standards and operated correctly in the event of an emergency. Following a detailed inspection, several doors were found to have excessive perimeter gaps outside of […]
Christchurch Residential Apartments – Fire Door Survey & Compliance Assessment
We completed a Fire door survey with EAC Fire & Security within a residential apartment development in Christchurch, Dorset. The purpose of the survey was to assess the condition, performance, and compliance of communal and apartment entrance fire doors, ensuring they continue to provide effective fire compartmentation and protection for residents throughout the building. Each […]
South Western Railway – Fire Door Surveys & Compliance Programme
We have recently been appointed to undertake a comprehensive fire door survey programme across the South Western Railway network, covering 383 railway stations throughout the South of England. The project involves carrying out detailed inspections of fire door sets across operational railway stations, producing individual compliance reports for each location, and subsequently delivering all required […]
How Does a Fire Door Work?
Fire doors are specially designed doors that help compartmentalise a building during a fire, slowing the spread of flames and smoke. By keeping fire contained to one area, a well-built fire door protects escape routes and buys occupants valuable time to evacuate safely. Unlike sprinklers or extinguishers, fire doors don’t actively put out fires – […]
Bespoke Media Wall Installation in Bournemouth – Custom TV & Electric Fire Feature
Project Overview – Bespoke Media Wall Built for a Modern Living Space This project involved the design and installation of a bespoke media wall in Bournemouth, creating a modern focal point that seamlessly integrates a wall-mounted TV, electric fireplace, and custom-built recessed shelving. The client wanted a clean, contemporary finish that would elevate the living […]
Fire Door Regulations for Gyms and Leisure Centres
Fire Safety in Gyms – Why It Matters: Gyms and leisure centres are bustling, high-occupancy environments – the UK has over 11.5 million gym members (about 1 in 6 adults) and more than 5,600 fitness clubs nationwide. With hundreds of millions of visits to gyms each year, the stakes for fire safety are high. While […]
Tips to Maintain Your Decking
A well-maintained timber deck not only enhances your outdoor living space but also extends the lifespan of your investment. Whether you’ve just installed new decking or you’re looking to revive a weathered structure, proper care and regular upkeep are key. At CFP Carpentry & Fire Prevention, we offer expert carpentry services across Dorset and Hampshire, […]
National Audit Office – Bespoke FD30 & FD30(S) Fire Door Installation
Project Overview – Fire Door Compliance for a Government Building We were instructed to carry out a large-scale bespoke fire door installation project at the National Audit Office, delivering 40 bespoke single and double fire door sets as part of ongoing fire safety and building compliance works. Due to the nature of the existing structure, […]