Fire Rated Metal Siding

Although vinyl is one of the most popular types it s not recommended if your home is at high risk.

Fire rated metal siding.

Our panel assemblies are ul class a fire rated when installed over gaf versashield underlayment or over min. Long min 14 self drilling screws stitch screws 24 in. This fire rated panel has superior structural characteristics and span capability. Most metal siding is rated as noncombustible which means that in fire safety testing it was shown not to ignite and spread fires.

The highest rating possible for fire resistance. In addition we offer a variety of colors materials and finishes so you can explore unique aesthetic opportunities across the building envelope. Rollex navigator steel siding for example has a class a fire rating. And attached to each other with 7 8 in.

Use a fire rated mortar like metacaulk and periodically repair cracks to lessen the likelihood that the heat of a fire will cause the stones to pop off. Brick and stone also rate well for fire resistance. Max along the lap. Exterior rated fire retardant treated frt wood products are.

Raised rib profiles of adjacent panels are over lapped approximately 3 in. Siding types that are the most highly rated when it comes to fire resistance include fiber cement metal and brick. The fire resistance of natural stone veneer international s fieldstone veneer is amplified if it sheathes masonry block or icf framing instead of wood framing that hasn t been treated with fire retardant chemicals. Steel siding or brick optional not shown for fire resistance ratings from inside wall only steel siding or brick veneer meeting the.

In addition the panel provides good thermal performance and protection from the elements. This is an example of a noncombustible siding of fiber cement shingles designed to look extremely realistic almost indistinguishable from highly combustible cedar shake shingles. Centria s insulated metal wall panels deliver extraordinary performance backed by centria s industry leading advanced thermal and moisture protection atmp technology. A class a rating means it is going to offer the maximum protection possible against fire and will not spread flames.

Steel siding not only offers protection against a fire it is also naturally resistant and does not require the use of fire resistant treatments. The ul fire rating for all our roofing panels has been expanded.