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Fire Door Inspection at Chelsea FC Academy – Compliance Checks Across Training & Communal Areas

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Project Overview – Fire Door Inspection for a Professional Football Academy This project involved a detailed fire door inspection at the Chelsea FC Academy, focusing on ensuring that all internal and communal fire doors met current UK fire safety regulations. Due to the high daily occupancy of players, staff, and visitors, maintaining compliant fire doors […]

Fire Door Survey at 8 Finsbury Circus, London – 140 Communal Fire Doors Inspected for Compliance

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Project Overview – Large-Scale Fire Door Survey in a Commercial Building This project involved a comprehensive fire door survey at 8 Finsbury Circus, a prominent commercial property in central London. The purpose of the survey was to assess the condition, performance, and compliance of all communal fire doors throughout the building and to confirm alignment […]

FD30 Fire Door Installation at Chelsea FC Training Ground (New Build Commercial Project)

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Project Overview – Commercial Fire Door Installation for Elite Sports Facilities This project involved the supply and installation of multiple FD30(S) fire doors at the Chelsea FC training ground as part of a newly constructed commercial building. The objective was to deliver fully compliant fire doors that met UK fire safety regulations while maintaining a […]

Choosing the Right Fire Door for Your Building

Whether you’re managing a residential block, converting an HMO, or securing a commercial space, selecting the right fire door is critical for both life safety and legal compliance. With a wide range of materials, specifications, and certification standards, choosing the correct fire door can feel overwhelming. In this guide, we’ll break down: Types of Fire […]

Warehouse Fire Doors: Shutters, Exits and Compliance

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Warehouses and distribution centres face unique fire safety challenges due to their large volumes, high ceilings, storage density, and often unmanned zones. That’s why choosing the right fire doors—and ensuring they meet current regulations—is critical for both compliance and protection. Whether you’re fitting out a new industrial unit or upgrading an existing space, this guide […]

Bespoke Wardrobes for Maximising Space

Fitted wardrobes are one of the most effective ways to create more space, improve organisation, and add long-term value to your home. Whether you’re working with a compact bedroom, an awkward alcove, or a loft conversion with sloped ceilings, bespoke wardrobes offer tailored solutions that off-the-shelf furniture simply can’t match. At CFP Carpentry & Fire […]

Essential Fire Safety Measures for HMOs

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While understanding the regulations is crucial, fire safety in Houses in Multiple Occupation ultimately comes down to practical measures on the ground. In this second part, we focus on the hands-on fire safety features and actions every HMO landlord should implement. From ensuring clear escape routes with proper signage to installing the right alarms and […]

CFP Carpentry & Fire Prevention Completes BM TRADA’s – Fire Doors Explained, CPD-Certified Training

At CFP Carpentry & Fire Prevention, professional development is central to delivering best-in-class fire safety services. We are proud to announce that our team has successfully completed the BM TRADA Fire Doors Explained course – a CPD-certified seminar and live fire test demonstration event that reinforces our technical expertise in fire door compliance. About the […]

FD30 & FD60 Fire Door Specifications: What You Need to Know

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Fire doors play a critical role in passive fire protection strategies across residential and commercial buildings. They are particularly vital in high-risk settings like Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), care homes, and multi-storey buildings. Among the most common specifications are FD30 and FD60 fire doors, which provide 30 and 60 minutes of fire resistance, respectively. […]

HMO Fire Safety Regulations: Legal Framework and Landlord Responsibilities

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Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) are subject to strict fire safety regulations in the UK. Landlords must navigate a complex legal framework to ensure their properties are safe and compliant. Failing to meet these requirements can result in severe penalties and, more importantly, put tenants’ lives at risk. This article focuses on the legal aspects […]

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