CFP Carpentry & Fire Prevention were instructed to carry out a new fire door installation at a property in Bournemouth after the existing door was found to be beyond repair.
Following inspection, it was clear that remedial works would not be the most suitable long-term option, so a full replacement was completed. A new FD30(S) glazed fire door was installed along with new ironmongery and door components to help ensure the door set performed correctly.
As part of the works, CFP fitted a new Briton 2003V door closer, grade 13 fire rated hinges and a drop down seal device. The drop down seal was particularly important on this project due to the uneven floor levels, helping to improve the seal at the bottom of the door when closed.
This project is a good example of when a damaged or non-compliant fire door is no longer suitable for repair and a full replacement is the better solution. Our team regularly carries out both fire door remedial works and complete fire door installations depending on the condition of the existing door set.
Existing Door Beyond Repair
Not every fire door can or should be repaired. In this Bournemouth property, the existing door had reached the point where replacement was the most practical and compliant option.
By installing a new FD30(S) glazed door set, the property now benefits from a more reliable fire door assembly that is better suited to the location and its required performance.
New FD30(S) Glazed Fire Door Installed
The new door installed was an FD30(S) glazed fire door, providing 30 minutes of fire resistance together with smoke sealing performance. The glazed vision panel also helps maintain visibility through the door while retaining the appropriate fire door specification for the setting.
Once fitted, the new door was prepared and adjusted so it sat correctly within the frame and worked smoothly in use.
New Ironmongery and Door Components
To complete the installation, CFP fitted a new Briton 2003V door closer and grade 13 fire rated hinges. These components are an important part of the overall performance of the fire door, helping to ensure the door closes correctly and remains properly supported in service.
A drop down seal device was also added to the bottom of the door. This was required because the floor levels were uneven, meaning a standard bottom edge arrangement would not have provided an adequate seal. The fitted drop down seal helps close that gap when the door is shut, supporting the fire and smoke performance of the door set.
Works Carried Out
- Inspected the existing fire door and confirmed it was beyond repair
- Removed the existing door
- Installed a new FD30(S) glazed fire door
- Fitted a new Briton 2003V door closer
- Installed grade 13 fire rated hinges
- Added a drop down seal device due to uneven floor levels
- Adjusted the door for correct closing action and fit
- Tested the completed door set
Fire Door Installation in Bournemouth
CFP carries out fire door installations and replacements across Bournemouth and the surrounding areas for landlords, managing agents, commercial premises and residential buildings.
Where an existing door is no longer suitable for repair, a replacement fire door can restore safety, improve compliance and provide a more dependable long-term solution. We also carry out fire door surveys to assess the condition of existing doors and identify where repairs or replacement may be needed.
If you need help with a similar project, visit our Bournemouth fire door services page or contact CFP Carpentry & Fire Prevention.
When Replacement Is the Best Option
Some fire doors can be improved with repairs such as seal replacement, gap adjustments or new ironmongery. Others, however, are too damaged or worn to be relied upon and are better replaced entirely.
On this Bournemouth project, a full replacement allowed CFP to install a new compliant FD30(S) glazed fire door, fit the necessary hardware and account for the uneven floor levels with a drop down seal device. The result is a much better overall door set for the property.
