Intumescent Paint Contractors

Midsummer Fire Protection, situated in the heart of Northamptonshire, is  Northamptonshire's leading fire stopping service provider. Our commitment extends beyond compliance; we prioritise the utmost protection of both the occupants and the structure itself.

Accredited Expertise: We are not just any contractor; our BMTRADA accreditation is a testament to our relentless pursuit of quality. We adhere to stringent standards, ensuring our services are not just effective but also meet the highest industry benchmarks.

Diverse Experience: Our portfolio speaks volumes of our versatility and expertise. From educational institutions like schools and universities to healthcare facilities such as hospitals, along with housing developments and associations, we've successfully executed projects across various sectors. Each project is a reflection of our ability to adapt and deliver, irrespective of the project's scale or complexity.

Client-Centric Approach: At Midsummer Fire Protection, we don't just provide a service; we forge relationships. Our client-centric approach means we're always striving to exceed your expectations, ensuring a seamless and satisfactory experience from start to finish.

Your Fire Safety, Our Responsibility: We understand the critical nature of fire protection and its impact on safety and compliance. Our team is always ready to assist, offering tailored solutions that align with your specific needs and ensuring the integrity of your project is maintained.

Our role as intumescent paint contractors is crucial in ensuring the effective fire proofing of steel structures. Choose Midsummer Fire Protection for a partner who not only understands the intricacies of intumescent paint but also values the safety and satisfaction of its clients above all else. 

Intumescent paint is a remarkable innovation in fire protection. Its unique property lies in its reaction to heat. When exposed to the high temperatures of a fire, the paint undergoes a rapid chemical transformation. This process is known as intumescence, where the paint swells up to many times its original thickness, forming a foam-like, carbonaceous char.

This char layer is the key to its protective qualities. It acts as an insulating barrier, significantly slowing down the heat transfer to the steel beneath. By doing so, it maintains the structural integrity of the steel, preventing or delaying its reach to the critical temperature where it would lose its load-bearing capacity and potentially lead to structural failure.

The science behind this transformation involves a series of chemical reactions. On heating, the components in the intumescent paint - typically a combination of a carbon source, a gas source, and a binder - react to form this expanded, charred layer. The char is stable and robust, capable of staying intact even under the pressure of expanding or flexing steel, providing reliable and long-lasting protection during a fire. This sophisticated response of intumescent paint to fire makes it an essential element in modern fire safety strategies for steel-structured buildings.